Kathleen Leistikow

In addition to her position at Summit Health, Claudia A. Wagner, MD, is Attending Physician in the Department of Family Medicine at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, New Jersey. She is Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Medical School in New Brunswick, and she is a volunteer faculty member of the Overlook Hospital Family Practice Residency Program.Before joining Summit Health, Dr. Wagner practiced with Paramount Medical Group/Westfield Family Practice in Westfield, New Jersey. She has been Vice Chair and Secretary of the Overlook Medical Center Department of Family Medicine and a member of the Overlook Medical Center Medical Staff Executive Committee.Dr. Wagner is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians. She is listed in the Consumer's Guide to Top Doctors.Dr. Wagner notes, "The concept of continuous care for the family, with emphasis on preventive and behavioral health inspired me to become a family practitioner." She adds, "I most value quality care that is delivered in a compassionate, collaborative manner."When she is not working with her patients, Dr. Wagner enjoys activities with her husband and 2 children as well as running, tennis, reading, and music

Summit Health is a leading healthcare provider in Westfield, NJ, offering a wide range of medical services and specialties including Internal Medicine, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Dermatology, and Family Medicine. With a patient-centered approach, they provide convenient access to healthcare through their patient portal, urgent care locations, and a wealth of health and wellness resources. Summit Health is committed to empowering patients to take charge of their healthcare by providing them with the tools and information they need. Through their patient portal, patients can schedule appointments, access test results, ask questions, and even refill prescriptions. With a focus on connected care, Summit Health ensures that patients have easy and secure access to their healthcare needs, making their overall experience seamless and efficient.Generated from the website

Ellen Seuffert, RN, FNP, has expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive health care plans to address patients' needs throughout the span of their lives. Ms. Seuffert identifies and manages episodic and chronic health issues, recommends and orders preventive screenings, and educates patients about prevention and wellness.Ms. Seuffert has been with Westfield Family Practice for almost 2 decades. Before joining the Westfield practice, she was Director of Student Health at Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.Ms. Seuffert says, "As an undergraduate student, I worked with a nurse practitioner in a busy New York City clinic who was consistently kind and compassionate despite the complexity of her patients' needs. Her approach moved and inspired me. I strive to treat my patients with the same compassion I would want for my family."When she is not working with her patients, Ms. Seuffert volunteers for a soup kitchen. She also is a Eucharistic Minister for her church. She also has trained and handles 2 therapy dogs, with whom she visits schools, hospitals, and nursing homes.Ms. Seuffert is a recipient of the New Jersey College Health Association College Health Nurse of the Year Award.