Internal Medicine

Hours of Operation:

Monday through Friday
9:00 am-5:00 pm

Appointments:

NEW HARTFORD LOCATION

1729 Burrstone Road,
New Hartford, NY 13413

ILION LOCATION

55 Central Plaza,
Ilion, NY 13357

Generations of Quality Care Under One Roof

An Internal Medicine physician provides primary care for adult patients. This type of physician specializes in the prevention and treatment of adult diseases and the general health care of the patient. Because Internists have a wide range of medical knowledge, they are able to treat the whole person and provide quality life-long care.

Internal Medicine is devoted to the comprehensive care of adult patients and includes diagnosis and treatment of such problems as:

  • Heart disease
  • Kidney disease
  • Gastrointestinal problems
  • Arthritis and other joint problems
  • Allergies
  • Cancer
  • Anemia
  • Infections
  • Depression
  • Skin disease
  • Diabetes
  • Nutritional problems

Why do I need a primary care physician?

  • It is important to select a primary care physician because he or she will be responsible for about 90% of your health care.
  • A primary care physician coordinates your medical care including: referring you to the appropriate specialist when needed, ordering diagnostic tests and treatments and answering questions regarding your health.
  • A primary care physician can provide continuity of care including routine physicals which can help prevent or detect the onset of certain diseases and conditions.
  • Establishing a relationship with a primary care physician allows him or her to better understand your medical history and gain knowledge about you overtime, therefore when problems arise a better diagnosis can be made.

Slocum-Dickson’s Internal Medicine Physicians

Adnan Cemer, MD

Adnan Cemer, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse. He earned his Medical Degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Roseau, Dominica, West Indies.

Daniel Goodman, MD

Daniel Goodman, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Internship at St. Vincent Hospital in Worchester, MA. He received his Medical Degree at SUNY Downstate Medical College in Brooklyn, NY.

Celesta M. Hunsiker, MD

Celesta M. Hunsiker, M.D. completed her Internal Medicine Residency and Internship at Wilford Hall Medical Center at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. Dr. Hunsiker received her Medical Degree from Louisiana State University in Shreveport Louisiana.

Thomas John, MD

Thomas John, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency and internship at Mercy Catholic Medical Center in Darby, PA. He received his Medical Degree from the University of Jos in Jos, Nigeria.

Timothy H. LaFont, MD

Timothy H. LaFont, MD completed his Residency in Internal Medicine at San Joaquin General Hospital in French Camp, CA. Dr. LaFont completed an Internal Medicine internship at Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn, NY and a Surgery Internship at Booth Memorial Medical Center in Flushing, NY. He received his Medical Degree from the Autonomous University of Guadalajara in Jalisco, Mexico.

Steven LaGrant, MD

Steven LaGrant, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Jamaica Hospital in Queens, NY. He completed an Internship at Roger Williams Hospital in Providence, RI and received his Medical Degree from the University of Technology at Santiago, Santo Domingo, DR. Dr. LaGrant is also certified in FLEX and ECFMG.

Thang Le, MD

Thang Le, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency and internship at Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical College of New York located in New York City. Dr. Le received his Medical Degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA.

Picture of Dr. ShahApurva Shah, MD

Apruva Shah, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital in Pontiac, MI where he was the Chief Resident. He received his Medical Degree from the American University of Antigua College of Medicine in Antigua and Barbuda.

Mohsin Syed, MD

Mohsin Syed, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Internship at Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY. He received his Medical Degree from Sindh Medical College.  He is Board Certified in both Internal Medicine and Addiction Medicine.

George K. Tomy, MD

George K. Tomy, M.D. completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Internship at Metropolitan Hospital Center, New York Medical College, in New York. Dr. Tomy received his Medical Degree from Kottayam Medical College in Kerala, India.

Photo of Dr. Kenneth VisalliKenneth Visalli, DO

Kenneth Visalli, Jr., DO, MPH is Board Certified in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. He specializes in the total healthcare of adults and children of all ages.

Dr. Visalli was born and raised in Utica, NY. He is a graduate of Notre Dame High School and Utica College. Dr. Visalli completed a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatric Residency at the University of South Florida, Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa, FL, serving as Chief Resident from 2015 to 2016. Dr. Visalli earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree and his Master of Public Health Degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, ME.

Roger Breslow, MD

Dr. Breslow retired on July 14, 2022 after 49 years of service to his patients and Slocum-Dickson Medical Group.
Roger Breslow, MD completed a GI Fellowship at the Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY. Dr. Breslow spent several years as a Flight Surgeon in the B-52 Squadron, United States Air Force. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Internship at the Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY. Dr. Breslow received his Medical Degree from the State University of New York in Syracuse, NY.

Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants

Working in collaboration with Dr. Le:
Renee Lynn Carney, FNP

Renee earned her Master’s Degree in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program at SUNY Polytechnic Institute.  She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from SUNY Empire State College and her Associate in Applied Science of Nursing from St. Elizabeth’s College of Nursing.  She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.

Working in collaboration with Dr. John:
Michelle Chambrone RN, ANP-C

Michelle earned her Master’s Degree in the Adult Nurse Practitioner program at the State University of New York Institute of Technology where she also earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. She is a graduate of St. Elizabeth School of Nursing and a Nationally Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner.  She is a member of the American Nursing Credentialing Center and the Nurse Practitioner Association.

Working in collaboration with Dr. Goodman:
Kathleen W. Davis RN, ANP-C

Kathleen earned her Master’s Degree in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program at University of Rochester.  She graduated from Hartwick College in Oneonta, NY with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.  Kathleen is a member of the national honor society for nurses and certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Working in collaboration with Dr. LaGrant:
Erin Krupski, FNP

Erin is Board Certified by the American Nursing Credentialing Center.  She earned her Bachelors of Science in Nursing Degree from St. John fisher College in Rochester, NY and her Masters of Science Degree in Family Nurse Practitioner at SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Marcy, NY.

Working in collaboration with Dr. Visalli:
Shannon Lee, MSN, FNP-C

Shannon earned her Master of Science in Nursing from SUNY Upstate Medical University and she’s Family Nurse Practitioner Certified.  She attended SUNY Polytechnic Institute for her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and earner her Associate in Applied Science from St. Elizabeth’s College of Nursing (Registered Nurse).

Working in collaboration with Dr. Syed:
Shawna Lee, MSN, FNP-C

Shawna earned her Master of Science in Nursing from SUNY Upstate Medical University and she’s Family Nurse Practitioner Certified.  She attended SUNY Polytechnic Institute for her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and earner her Associate in Applied Science from St. Elizabeth’s College of Nursing (Registered Nurse).

Working in collaboration with Dr. Syed:
Ethan Myers, FNP-C

Procedures & Services

All aspects of Adult Medicine

Physical examinations

General healthcare

Treatment for chronic medical problems

Diagnosis and treatment of:

  • Heart disease
  • Kidney disease
  • Gastrointestinal problems
  • Arthritis and other joint problems
  • Allergies
  • Cancer
  • Anemia
  • Infections
  • Depression
  • Skin disease
  • Diabetes
  • Nutritional problems