Our Physicians

Our board-certified physicians understand your company’s needs.

  • Quick evaluation of an employee’s injury or illness – appointments on same or next business day
  • Prompt communication about return to work restrictions and next appointments, when needed

Margaret S. Atwell, MD, FACP, Medical Director

Margaret S. Atwell, MD Education and Employment History:
  • Albright College (BS in Biology)
  • University of Pennsylvania (MD)
    The Reading Hospital and Medical Center (Internal Medicine Residency)
  • Medical Director at AT&T/Lucent Technologies, 1989-2000
  • More than five years experience in internal medicine (primary care for adults)
Credentials:
  • Board Certified, American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Certified Medical Review Officer
  • NCQA Recognized Physician


Treatment Philosophy:
Working is good for the mind and body. Giving injured workers the treatment they need to return to work as soon as possible is top priority. Respect and communication are essential - with both the employee and employer - for a successful process. It's a real joy to see patients get well!

Timothy A. Ferenchick, MD

Timothy A. Ferenchick, MD Education and Employment History:
  • University of Pennsylvania (BA in Communications)
  • MCP-Hahnemann University (MD)
  • The Reading Hospital and Medical Center (Family Medicine Residency)
  • More than ten years experience in family medicine
Credentials
  • Board Certified, American Board of Family Medicine
Treatment Philosophy:
As a physician, nothing is more satisfying to me than helping patients get better. I strive to help injured workers get back to work as quickly and safely as possible by working closely with patients and their employers.

Vera N. Guertler, MD

Vera Guertler, MD Education and Employment History:
  • Penn State University (BS in Biology)
  • Southern Illinois University Medical School (MD)
  • San Bernardino County medical Center (Family Medicine Residency)
  • More than 15 years experience in family medicine private practice with a focus on occupational cases
Credentials:
  • Board Certified, American Board of Family Medicine
  • Certified Medical Review Officer
  • NCQA Recognized Physician


Treatment Philosophy:
I will serve as a valuable liaison between industry and employees for the purpose of optimizing communication, diagnosing and treating work-specific conditions, and developing preventive strategies. I believe in partnering for the safety and well-being of patients and corporate clients, the building blocks of our community.

Beverly A. Pattillo, MD

Beverly Pattillo, MD Education and Employment History:
  • University of Pennsylvania (BA in Biology)
  • New York Medical College (MD)
  • Danbury Hospital/Yale University Affiliate (Internship)
  • New York Hospital/Cornell Medical Center (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency)
  • The Reading Hospital and Medical Center - Staff Physiatrist, 1993-2003
Treatment Philosophy:
I strive to provide excellent care to all patients. My role in Occupational Medicine involves communicating thoroughly with both the employee and employer. My goal is to have patients resolve their injuries and successfully return to work.
 
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