James W / Friday, February 19, 2021 / Categories: Meet Our Team Members Arielle Kniffen, MSW, LCSW About Me The first thing people usually ask me is if I was named after Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Ariel; the answer is no. When I was born my mother was on a Shakespeare kick and named me after a sprite from Shakespeare’s play The Tempest. I am a nature enthusiast and I love hiking, camping, kayaking and exploring. One of my biggest travel dreams is to explore the Amazon River with my husband. My Qualifications I received my bachelor’s degree in psychology and my master’s degree in social work from Saint Louis University. I have completed both levels of social work licensure, LMSW and LCSW, and am now also licensed in Illinois. I worked as a hospice and home health social worker for the first two years out of graduate school and then for eight years as an inpatient medical social worker at Missouri Baptist Medical Center before joining BJC Medical Group. What Inspires Me Our world can be filled with violence and greed, but it is also brimming with kindness and love and those things give me hope and make me want to help change the world for the better. What I Would Like My Patients to Know I will do my best to help find you needed resources and to help you problem solve. I enjoy finding new resources and creating guides to help my patients as well as my colleagues. Phone: 314.996.7015 or toll-free 844.996.7020 Email address: [email protected] Print 1283
Gina Uzendu, NP Gina Uzendu, NP Andrew Williams / Thursday, July 2, 2020 0 1911 Gina Uzendu, NP, has been practicing since 2007. She attended nursing school at Maryville University in St. Louis, MO and completed a preceptorship with Veteran’s Affairs Hospital. Read more
Jeffrey Parks, MD Jeffrey Parks, MD BJCDNN / Monday, July 3, 2023 0 182 Received his medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Carbondale, Illinois, and completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Read more
Jei Martin, MD Jei Martin, MD Andrew Williams / Wednesday, June 6, 2018 0 2737 Jei Martin, MD, received her medical degree from Meharry Medical School and completed her internship and residency at Loyola University Hospital. Read more
Jessica Willis FNP Jessica Willis FNP BJCDNN / Monday, July 3, 2023 0 167 Received her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish School of Nursing and her Masters of Science in nursing from Maryville University. Read more
Mary Maloney, AGNP Mary Maloney, AGNP BJCDNN / Monday, July 3, 2023 0 168 Received her Master of Science in nursing with a specialty in adult geriatric medicine from Maryville University. Read more
Michael Nash, MD, CMD Michael Nash, MD, CMD BJCDNN / Monday, July 3, 2023 0 184 Received his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. He completed his residency at Scott Air Force Base-Saint Louis University School of Medicine, near Belleville, Illinois. Dr. Nash has been the president of the Missouri Association of Long-Term Care Physicians since 2022. Read more
Mweemba Chipepo, NP Mweemba Chipepo, NP Andrew Williams / Thursday, July 2, 2020 0 2872 Mweemba Chipepo, NP, is a board-certified Adult Nurse Practitioner. He received his Master’s of Science in Nursing from Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College. Mweemba has a unique passion for serving the elderly and provides compassionate care to all his patients. Read more
Ray Bartlett, RN, PAC Ray Bartlett, RN, PAC BJCDNN / Monday, July 3, 2023 0 1121 Graduated from St. Louis University’s Physician Assistant Program. Ray specializes in primary and geriatric care. Read more
Roohi Siraj, MD Roohi Siraj, MD BJCDNN / Monday, July 3, 2023 0 174 Received her medical degree from Tver State Medical Academy. She completed her residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center and her fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis Read more
Sylvia Taylor, Practice Manager Sylvia Taylor, Practice Manager Anonym / Friday, March 12, 2021 0 1489 Hello, my name is Sylvia. I work as a practice manager to help maintain and increase outstanding patient care. I support the physicians and staff in providing care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely and efficient. Read more
Anne “Annie” Schwartz, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist Anne “Annie” Schwartz, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist Anonym / Friday, February 26, 2021 0 1450 Hello, my name is Anne but I go by Annie. I am a clinical pharmacist and I work alongside BJC doctors to assist with medication-related concerns such as cost, side effects, and making sure medication regimens help reach patient’s health goals (for example, blood sugar or blood pressure goals). Read more
Lara Kerwin, PharmD, BCACP, Clinical Pharmacist Lara Kerwin, PharmD, BCACP, Clinical Pharmacist Anonym / Tuesday, April 6, 2021 0 2822 Lara Kerwin, PharmD, BCACP, is a board-certified, ambulatory care pharmacist. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy and completed a two-year residency at the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy. Her areas of expertise include patient-centered, pharmacist-provided care and leadership. Read more
Adam Mayhew, RN, BSN Adam Mayhew, RN, BSN Anonym / Friday, February 19, 2021 0 1179 Hello, my name is Adam and I work as a care partner to support patients transitioning from hospital to home by offering them assistance with medications, follow up appointments, and therapies. I also assist patients with chronic health care needs who may not have had a recent hospitalization, but may benefit from an additional layer of nursing support. I work closely with patients’ physicians for continuity of care and timely management of health care issues. Read more
Alison Lowe RN, LCSW, CCM Alison Lowe RN, LCSW, CCM Anonym / Tuesday, June 19, 2018 0 2063 Hello my name is Alison. As a care partner, I act as a resource to patients and their families. I can help coordinate services that patients receive and communicate with your doctor’s office directly when needed. I am here to provide education and support. Read more
Amanda Bantle, MSW, LCSW Amanda Bantle, MSW, LCSW Denis Klinac / Monday, April 4, 2022 0 633 Hello, my name is Amanda, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I love my job helping patients. I will be your biggest advocate and will work with you and your family to help you achieve your goals. Read more
Amanda Zalders (BSN, RN) Amanda Zalders (BSN, RN) BJCDNN / Monday, July 3, 2023 0 150 Hello, my name is Amanda, and I am a mom to a beautiful little girl. I work for the BJC Medical Group Accountable Care Organization as a nurse case manager. Read more