Primary Care
Renee Fay-LeBlanc, MD, FACP
Dr. Renee Fay-LeBlanc has served as Chief Medical Officer at Greater Portland Health since June 2014. Dr. Renee graduated from the University of Vermont College of Medicine in 2003 and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at New York University in 2006. Prior to joining Greater Portland Health, she worked at Maine Medical Partners Cape Elizabeth Internal Medicine for 8 years. Dr. Renee is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, a Fellow in the American College of Physicians, and a McAfee Fellow through the Hanley Center for Health Leadership. Born and raised in Portland, Dr. Renee is honored to provide excellent healthcare to those most in need.
Gladys Estrada, MD
Dr. Gladys Estrada provides the clinical leadership and oversight at our South Portland primary care practice. She moved to Maine from Chicago, where she completed her residency and fellowship after earning her Bachelor of Arts from Harvard and Doctor of Medicine from Georgetown Medical School. Dr. Gladys speaks fluent Spanish and has a passion for family medicine, with a particular interest in women's health.
Rob Fulton, MD
Dr. Rob Fulton provides leadership at our recuperative care site, which helps people experiencing homelessness recover from acute medical issues that require hospitalization. He went to medical school at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Rob has been practicing Internal Medicine in the Greater Portland area since 2015 and enjoys the Maine outdoors with his family when not working.
Diana Lapp, MD
A board-certified family physician, Dr. Diana Lapp attended medical school at Howard University and completed her residency training in Oak Park, Illinois. She provides clinical leadership at the 180 Park Avenue health center. Dr. Lapp enjoys providing care from birth to end-of-life.
Anthony Martin, PA-C
Anthony completed his Master of Science as a Physician Assistant at the University of New England. He is full spectrum Primary Care provider. He is National Health Service Corp Scholar and spent his early career practicing rural Family Medicine on the Hopi Reservation in Northeastern Arizona. Anthony developed a specialty treating substance use disorder treatment while working at a Maine based federally-qualified health center in the Lewiston/Auburn/Augusta area. He sees patients of all ages and has a focus on providing thorough, comprehensive care in an environment where all patients will feel heard and valued.
Kate Maurer, PA
Kate Maurer earned her Bachelor of Science and Physician Assistant Studies Certification from the MEDEX Northwest University of Washington Medical School, after receiving a Bachelor of Science from the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington. She has over 20 years of Physician Assistant experience, largely in primary care, working with underserved populations in Seattle and throughout the state of Maine. She combined her love of healthcare and travel joining medical missions in Oaxaca, Mexico and in Luang Prabang, Laos. In April 2020, Kate worked in a Covid-19 field hospital in Queens, New York City. Kate is passionate about providing evidence-based medicine with efficiency and compassion to all the diverse community members of Maine.
Gita Rao, MD
Dr. Gita Rao earned her Doctor of Medicine at Boston University School of Medicine and completed her pediatric training at Boston Children’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. In addition to her medical experience, she organizes broader family wellness programs.
Kevin Sullivan, MD
Dr. Kevin Sullivan earned his Doctor of Medicine from Emory University in Atlanta, completed his Internal Medicine training at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, and is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Addiction Medicine. He has a passion for bringing clinical care to those who most often fall through the cracks, and meeting patients wherever they are physically, emotionally, or situationally. When confined to four walls, Dr. Kevin sees patients at Bayside and 654 Riverside Street — our Health Care for the Homeless health centers.
Cate Gaynor, FNP-C
Cate Gaynor received her Master’s Degree in nursing from the University of Southern Maine, and has worked in primary care and women’s healthcare since 2006. She integrates a holistic approach into primary care for patients of all ages, with a focus on women’s health. Cate enjoys working with entire families, and values the connections that are made by providing primary care with a multigenerational approach. She feels privileged to be a part of each patient’s journey toward a balanced, healthy life.
Jennifer Daigle, APRN-CNP
Jen Daigle is the Clinical Program Coordinator of our Gender-Affirming Services program. She received her undergraduate education at Springfield College in Massachusetts and her graduate education at the Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions. Jen has been providing gender-affirming healthcare for over a decade and is a member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health. Prior to joining the Greater Portland Health team, she was a provider at Martin’s Point Healthcare.
Ariel Zodhiates, MD
Dr. Ariel Zodhiates received her Doctor of Medicine from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia, and completed her residency in Family and Community Medicine at University of California San Francisco/San Francisco General Hospital in 2014. She practices full spectrum family medicine, including perinatal care, is American Board of Family Practice certified, and is fluent in Spanish. Dr. Ariel has clinical experience working with multi-cultural and new immigrant communities in California and is excited to work with newly arrived families here in Maine. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking and spending time outdoors with her family.
Jeff Benson, MD, MPH
Dr. Jeff Benson graduated with his Doctor of Medicine from Harvard Medical School and received his Master of Public Health from the Johns Hopkins School of Hygiene and Public Health. He completed the Residency Program in Social Medicine at Montefiore Hospital in the Bronx, New York. Additionally, Dr. Jeff holds a Master's Degree in Chinese History from the University of California, Berkeley. He brings healthcare experience from working in various states and countries to Greater Portland Health, including experience from here in the Greater Portland area. Outside of work, Dr. Jeff enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and doing woodworking.
Shuli Bonham, MD
Dr. Shuli Bonham earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Minnesota Medical School, and received her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Biology from Oberlin College in Ohio. She is a member of the Physicians for Human Rights – Asylum Support Network. Dr. Shuli was also recognized by the CDC and the New England Tuberculosis Consortium with their TB Hero Award.
LaShawna Fitts, FNP
LaShawna Fitts received her Master of Science as a Family Nurse Practitioner and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Southern Maine. She brings previous primary care and dental care experience to her role at Greater Portland Health. One of LaShawna's favorite things about working with people is the challenge of helping to ease the anxiety many patients bring to the healthcare setting. She is passionate about working with a diverse patient population with a spectrum of concerns. Outside of work, LaShawna enjoys spending time camping, hiking, and going on new adventures with her husband, son, and dog Duke.
Natalie Fleming, FNP
Natalie Fleming received her Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner Track from the University of Massachusetts after completing her Bachelor of Science in Biology at Queen's University. She completed a family nurse practitioner residency in Connecticut and has experience working at community health centers and school-based health centers. Natalie has a special interest in adolescent care and substance use disorder treatment. Outside of work, her favorite things include reading on her front porch and having friends over for dinner. She is new to Maine and looks forward to exploring the seacoast and the ski mountains with her husband and two kids.
Chris Gage, FNP
Chris Gage received his Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Illinois at Chicago and has been a family nurse practitioner for over 30 years. He has worked in medical settings throughout the United States and abroad. He is dedicated to sustained patient empowerment and advocacy and is conversational in Spanish and Thai. Outside of work, Chris enjoys reading, hiking, and traveling.
Cameron Goller, FNP-C
Cameron Goller received his Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration from Emory University. They have over three years of experience as a family nurse practitioner in Maine. Cameron is passionate about health justice and providing high quality care to the most marginalized individuals in our community. Outside of work, they enjoy spending time with their dog, Otter, hiking, and trying new restaurants.
Alison Gorman, MD
Dr. Alison Gorman, a Baltimore native, is board certified in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine. She completed her undergraduate degree at Stanford University, her Doctor of Medicine at Albany Medical College, and her residency in family medicine at Harbor-UCLA in Los Angeles, California. A former National Health Service Corps scholar, she has dedicated her career to working with vulnerable populations. She has worked in numerous federally qualified health centers, and has been at Greater Portland Health since 2012. Dr. Gorman feels privileged to work with patients from birth to end of life, supporting them in preventive care as well as chronic disease management. At Greater Portland Health, she is also the electronic health record lead physician trainer. Outside of work, Dr. Gorman spends time with her four children, husband, and dog, and enjoys staying active, reading, sewing, painting, and most anything creative.
Jonathan Harvey, MD
Dr. Jonathan Harvey received his Bachelor of Arts from Harvard, attended Dartmouth Medical School and completed his residency at Maine Medical Center. He is board certified in Family Medicine, has practiced clinical care for over 20 years and is passionate about caring for people of all ages and from all walks of life. He and his wife, Vicky, have always enjoyed living and working in their communities and they have three grown children who also love Maine. He is also fond of running, biking and cross country skiing which allow him to embrace the outdoors in New England through all of its seasons.
Emily Hickey, FNP
Emily Hickey received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Southern Maine and Master of Science in Nursing from Regis College. She is a pediatric nurse practitioner and has been working in pediatrics in Maine since 2006. She considers every child and adolescent unique, creative, and worth time and attention. Emily’s passion is to work alongside kids and teens and their families to promote optimal growth and holistic wellness.
Gretchen Pianka, MD, MPH, FAAP
Gretchen Pianka is a pediatrician who received her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Vermont and her Master of Public Health from the University of New England. She completed her pediatric residency at the University of Virginia and has worked in pediatrics for over 20 years. Dr. Gretchen developed Resilience University to foster resilience in primary care using evidence-based strategies to support positive childhood experiences. She is passionate about equitable access to proven protective factors that support child and family health.
Courtney Pladsen, FNP
Courtney Pladsen received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Boston College and worked as an Emergency Room Nurse for five years before going on to receive her graduate degree from Georgetown University and becoming a Nurse Practitioner. In 2018, she was awarded the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s Culture of Health Leaders Fellowship to develop programs that promote health equity, specifically for people experiencing homelessness. Courtney provides medical, mental health, and substance use to people who are experiencing homelessness, as well as medical outreach to people who were formerly homeless.
Maggie Ray, FNP
Maggie Ray earned her Master’s Degree in nursing at the University of Southern Maine and her Master’s Degree in international affairs from New School University in New York. She is a family nurse practitioner with a background in critical care nursing and international development. A Florida native, Maggie has a passion for working with people from all over the world and feels privileged to be able to provide care for families in Greater Portland.
Lea Ratliff, MA, MD
Dr. Lea Ratliff earned her Doctor of Medicine at the George Washington School of Medicine and completed her family medicine rural track residency at Southern Colorado Family Medicine in Pueblo, Colorado. She received her Master's Degree in Bioethics from Loyola University in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Lea brings experience as a family medicine physician, palliative care physician, and medical director to her role at Greater Portland Health. She has worked in the Indian Health Service and in underserved clinics in Colorado and has a great appreciation for people who work with marginalized populations. Outside of work, Lea enjoys any exercise in the outdoors with her partner and three dogs.
Jennifer Rogers, NP-C, AAHIVS
Jen Rogers is a Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program nurse practitioner who has been caring for people living with HIV and viral hepatitis since 2005. A former member of the Maine HIV Advisory Council and the New England Division of the American Liver Foundation’s Medical Advisory Committee, she holds an HIV Specialist certification with the American Academy of HIV Medicine. Jen is honored to work with her patients at Greater Portland Health.
Jessie Schaumburg, DO
Dr. Jessie Schaumburg received her undergraduate degree from the University of Miami before earning her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine and Pediatrics combined residency at Maine Medical Center. She is passionate about immigrant health, preventative medicine, infectious disease care, and adolescent medicine. Dr. Jessie is fluent in Spanish, and outside of work, enjoys surfing and hiking with her family.
Allison Seitz, AGPCNP-BC, WHNP-BC
Allison Seitz received her Master of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the MGH Institute of Health Professions after earning her undergraduate degree from Simmons University. She is an adult primary care and women’s health nurse practitioner with a focus on providing culturally-affirming and trauma-informed care to individuals experiencing homelessness. Allison also has clinical experience in gender-affirming and reproductive health services.
Bradley Smith, PA
Bradley Smith earned his Master of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of New England and Bachelor of Arts from Dickinson College. He has 15 years of experience working with patients of all ages in the Greater Portland area. Bradley looks forward to serving the Riverton and Sagamore communities and providing excellent, timely care. In his free time, he enjoys reading, triathlons, and exploring new places with his wife and family.
Gretchen Speed, Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner
Gretchen Speed received her Master of Science in Nursing from Northeastern University in Boston. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts. Gretchen enjoys her work optimizing health and wellness for a diverse population.
Lindsay Tremblay, MS, FNP
Lindsay Tremblay received her Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration from Georgetown University. She has experience working in both primary care and urgent care settings, including as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Sacopee Valley Health Center. Lindsay feels privileged to be working at Greater Portland Health in primary care for patients from birth to end-of-life.
Andrea Truncali, MD, MPH
Dr. Andrea Truncali is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Addiction Medicine. She completed medical school and residency at New York University before receiving further training in preventative medicine and public health at Columbia University-Mailman School of Public Health and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. In pursuit of improving health and well-being for underserved populations, she works both in specialty substance use and primary care settings, teaching and delivering care. In her role at Greater Portland Health, Dr. Truncali enjoys providing care to all adult patients.
Megan Waterman, MD, MPH
Dr. Megan Waterman is a board-certified family physician. She received her Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health from Boston University, and completed her residency and academic fellowship training at the University of Illinois Chicago. Dr. Megan cares for patients of all ages, and is particularly passionate about substance use disorder treatment (including medication-assisted treatment), chronic disease management, and women’s reproductive health (including contraceptive device placement and colposcopy procedures).
Amy Wilson, FNP
Amy Wilson earned her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Duquesne University and Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from The Pennsylvania State University. Amy brings experience working in addiction medicine, geriatrics, and intensive care to her role at Greater Portland Health. Outside of work, Amy enjoys hiking, backpacking and paddle boarding with her partner and dog, Tuukka.
Behavioral and Mental Health
Grace Fosler, LCPC
Grace has lived and worked in Southern Maine for most of her life. She earned her bachelor’s degree in theater arts from Brandeis University and her master’s in mental health counseling from Lesley University. Grace integrates expressive arts therapies with other evidenced-based practices and believes that everyone has the capacity for creativity.
Megan Lufuta, LCSW
Megan Lufuta earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of New England after moving to Maine from Missouri. Her background includes utilizing behavioral and attachment-based therapies with both children and adults. Megan is passionate about building effective helping relationships with people from across the United States and around the world.
Jennie Yamartino, LCSW
Jennie Yamartino is a native Mainer who earned her Master’s Degree from the University of Michigan. She has worked with and alongside people facing oppression and injustice in Chicago, New York City, and Oakland, California. At the heart of Jennie’s work is an unshakable belief in the intrinsic worth of every human being.
Catherine Choquette, LMSW-cc
Catherine Choquette received her Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from the University of New Hampshire. She has experience providing therapy services to both children and adults, and she speaks English, Spanish, and French. Catherine is passionate about fostering a collaborative approach that empowers individuals to create sustainable change and reach their full potential.
Andaria Crespi, PMHNP
Andaria Crespi received her Master of Science as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner from the University of Southern Maine in 2019. Before coming to Greater Portland Health, she had been working on a psychiatric unit. Andaria is thrilled to be working with such a passionate team serving the Greater Portland community.
Marianne Donahue, LCSW
Marianne Donahue earned her master's degree in clinical social work from Boston University after receiving her bachelor's degree in psychology from Boston State College. She has over 25 years of experience helping individuals gain insight and learn skills to improve their emotional well-being, and has particular interest and training in trauma, grief, mental health, and substance misuse. Marianne has worked at Greater Portland Health for over 10 years.
Paula Hernández, LMSW-cc
Paula Hernández has roots in Vermont, New York City, and Chile. She has been living in Maine for the past 8 years and has experience working with adults, teens, and children from many different backgrounds. She grew up in a multicultural and bilingual household, and she speaks Spanish and English fluently. Paula was an American Studies major at Wesleyan University as an undergrad, and she received her Master of Social Work at the University of Southern Maine. She primarily utilizes narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness in her work. Paula believes there are problematic societal messages we all grow up receiving and often internalizing. There is power in reclaiming and redefining our own life stories so we are able to understand who we are with more compassion and acceptance.
Rachel Kinsler, LCSW
Rachel Kinsler is dually licensed as a clinical social worker and certified alcohol and drug counselor in Maine. Originally from the Boston area, Rachel moved to Maine in 2019 after earning her Master of Social Work with a concentration in Medical Social Work from Boston College. Rachel has worked with adults in various settings and uses a variety of approaches to connect with and support patients, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness-based practices. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys running and spending time outside, especially with her dog Georgia.
Jillian Littlefield, PMHNP
Jillian Littlefield received her Master of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Southern Maine. She is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with experience in non-profit healthcare, including working with our community partners. Jillian provides care for both adolescents and adults. She enjoys building collaborative, transparent, and trust-based therapeutic alliances with each patient to support and empower them to achieve their goals. She is grateful to have the opportunity to work with a passionate team of individuals to ensure patients have access to a variety of healthcare services. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, including their beloved dog and cat, and exploring the Maine outdoors.
Christine Peura, LCPC-C
Edie Sherburne, LMSW-CC
Edith "Edie" Sherburne received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts before earning her Master of Social Work from Anna Maria College in 2022. Edie has worked with a wide range of individuals and sees adults, teens, and older children alike. She believes there is no “one size fits all” approach to therapy and uses an array of techniques and theories when working with individuals. Outside of work, Edie enjoys spending time on the water, playing music, and making art. A new Mainer, Edie is excited to discover all that Maine has to offer and to work with a passionate team dedicated to culturally sensitive and LGBTQIA aware patient care.
Erika Skirbe, LCSW
Erika Skirbe received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University before earning her Master of Social Work from Salem State University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with adolescents and in emergency crisis services.
Dental
Kristen Hoglund, DMD
Dr. Kristen Hoglund earned her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from the University of New England’s College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Kristen has proudly served the dental needs of Northern and Southern Maine since 2006 as a dental hygienist, and as of 2021, as a dentist. She is passionate about dental health education and prevention and enjoys diverse treatments and tailoring care to individuals with compassion and honesty. When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Kristen enjoys spending time with her husband and three children watching shows, playing games, and enjoying the outdoors.
Jenna MacDonald, RDH
Jenna MacDonald earned her Master of Science in Dental Hygiene from the University of Bridgeport and her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from the University of New England. She has been working in dentistry since 2006 with experience as a dental assistant, hygienist, and instructor. Jenna hopes to promote and demonstrate the mastery of the clinical skills necessary to provide a high standard of care for all patients.
Mariah Harding, DMD
Mariah Harding earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine, Certificate of Public Health, and Bachelor of Science in Medical Biology from the University of New England. She then completed a one-year residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. Outside of dentistry, she loves baking, spin classes, and hiking with her husband and dog.
Riley Powers, DDS
Riley Powers earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from The Ohio State University and her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Bowling Green State University. She has previous work experience at a federally qualified health center in Ohio where she grew up and went to school. In her free time, Dr. Riley enjoys playing video games, taking improv classes, renovating her home, watching Formula 1 racing, and spending time with her husband and their two rescue guinea pigs.
Jess Gellar-Cote, RDH
Delaney Mullen, RDH
Delaney Mullen earned her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from the University of New England. She worked as a dental assistant before joining the Greater Portland Health team. Delaney has a local anesthesia license. In her role at Greater Portland Health, she enjoys traveling to Portland area schools and working with children.
Elizabeth Sullivan, RDH
Elizabeth Sullivan received her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from the University of New England. She volunteered with Head Start providing sealants to local students and has experience in providing exceptional preventative and therapeutic care. Elizabeth loves connecting with community members while working as a Dental Hygienist at Greater Portland Health.
Debi, RDH
Debi received her Master of Science in Dental Hygiene with a focus in public health from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and her Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of New England. She has worked as a dental hygienist since 2009 and also has experience providing didactic and clinical instruction at the University of New England.
Practice Administrators
Georges Kanda, MD
Georges Kanda holds a graduate certificate in Public Health from the University of Southern Maine and is in progress of earning his Master of Public Health. He received his Doctor of Medicine and Bachelor of Biomedical Science from Mbujimay Official University in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Georges joined the Greater Portland Health team in 2020, starting as a Community Health Worker and then working as a Clinical Manager before becoming the Director of Clinical Services. He speaks English, French, Swahili, Lingala, and Ciluba. Georges' favorite part of his job is when he puts a smile on patients' faces, and outside of work, he enjoys reading.
AnnaMae McInerney
AnnaMae McInerney has a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and is currently studying to receive her Master of Public Health from University of Southern Maine’s Muskie School of Public Service. She joined Greater Portland Health in 2021 and is the practice administrator of GPH’s Bayside and Recuperative Care clinics. Anna brings previous health care experience from her years as a practice manager of a pediatric office. Anna lives in Portland and enjoys running and playing tennis. She says, “I feel incredibly privileged to work with and in support of the exceptional teams at Bayside and Recuperative Care as they provide accessible healthcare services to vulnerable populations.”
Nichole Brown
Nichole Brown received her Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics with a Psychology minor from the University of Maine at Farmington. For over a decade, she has been an essential member of Greater Portland Health. Her enduring commitment is rooted in the fulfillment she finds as part of an organization dedicated to supporting and caring for the entire community. She joined the Greater Portland Health team in 2014 as a Patient Services Representative and transitioned to her current role as Practice Administrator for our Brickhill location in 2016. She also oversees Greater Portland Health’s Access Team in addition to other centralized departments and roles. Outside of work, Nichole enjoys spending time with her family and friends exploring the beautiful state of Maine. She also loves gardening, cooking, baking, and anything sports related.
Optometry
Katie Regan, OD/MS
Dr. Katie Regan earned her Doctor of Optometry and Master of Science in Vision Science from the New England College of Optometry and completed her residency in ocular disease through the Southern California College of Optometry. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Boston University. Prior to starting at Greater Portland Health, Dr. Katie worked as an Optometrist at the Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation based in Dillingham, Alaska. Dr. Katie is interested in public health and connecting patients to care for their overall health.