Vinita Patel

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

In addition to her position with Summit Health, Kathleen H. Leistikow, MD, is Attending Physician at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, New Jersey. She also is Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark.Before joining Summit Health, Dr. Leistikow practiced privately with Paramount Medical Group/Westfield Family Practice in Westfield, New Jersey. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Physicians.Dr. Leistikow is focused on preventive measures such as healthy dietary, exercise, and lifestyle habits to help avoid disease. She says, "I empower my patients with education about ways they can help stay healthy. While traditional medicine can have a positive role in helping my patients achieve and maintain their health, I encourage them to take an active role in their health each day."When she is not working with her patients, Dr. Leistikow enjoys swimming, tennis, and hiking with her husband and 3 children.

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.