Our Staff
Kerri Battista – Patient Care Coordinator
Kerri has been working closely with Dr. Newman since 2008. It is Kerri’s responsibility to help assure that your experience working with Dr. Newman is a positive one. Kerri is involved with all aspects of your care both before and after surgery. She will assist you with insurance and other financial issues related to your care. In general, Kerri makes sure your questions are answered and is your ‘point person’ in the practice.
Deborah Ramos, RN – Surgical Nurse
Deborah is a seasoned surgical nurse with extensive experience as a surgical and obstetrical nurse. Her over 30 years experience in a variety of medical and surgical specialties makes her ideal for the outpatient surgical environment in this practice. She is a talented nurse who is also familiar with the protocols of outpatient surgical certifications. She is a caring nurse who will make you feel comfortable during your surgical experience.
Deborah Platt, DO – Board Certified Anesthesiologist
Dr. Platt is a Board Certified Anesthesiologist with over 20 years experience and has worked with Dr. Newman for over 15 years. Dr. Platt trained in Anesthesiology at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. She served as the Director of Obstetrical Anesthesiology at the Nassau County Medical Center and held an academic appointment as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology at the State University of New York at Stonybrook. She is a member of both the American Society and New York of Anesthesiology and has been practicing exclusively Ambulatory Anesthesiology for the past 18 years.