Medical Services at Esperanza Health Center
Esperanza Health Center serves over 6,000 patients annually through over 22,000 medical care visits, and is recognized as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Esperanza meets patient needs daily by offering comprehensive primary medical services for adults and children, including the following:
- Family Practice Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Gynecological Services
- Adult and Pediatric Preventive Services
- HIV Testing, Counseling and Medical Treatment Services
The following ancillary services are available to Esperanza patients:
- Spiritual and Pastoral Care
- Mental Health Counseling
- Nutritional Counseling
- Social Services
- Family Planning
- After-hours/On-call services
Esperanza's Care Providers
A team of 12 medical providers provide care for patients of all ages. These clinical providers have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to delivering compassionate patient care, and are highly-qualified and board-certified in family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, or medicine/pediatrics. They are supported by a dedicated team of nurses, medical assistants, counselors and social workers. The entire provider staff is fully bilingual in Spanish and English.
- Bryan R. Hollinger, M.D., M.P.H. - Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, Medical Director
- Laura L. Layer, M.D. - Pediatrics
- Melissa Nieves, M.D. - Family Medicine
- Timothy J. Leaman, M.D. - Family Medicine, Associate Medical Director
- Robert W. Reich, PA-C - Physician Assistant, Health Educator
- Randal Hirsch, M.D. - Family Medicine
- Wendell E. Kellum, M.D. - Family Medicine, Associate Medical Director
- Timothy D. Johnston, M.D. - Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
- Janice Tizon, CRNP - Nurse Practitioner
- Kristie Mast, M.D. - Family Medicine
- Trina Wisecup, D.O. - Family Medicine
- MaryEllen Pfeiffer, D.O. - Family Medicine
Services by Referral
Diagnostic laboratory and radiology services are provided by referral and are subsidized by Esperanza. A number of other supplemental health services are provided to Esperanza's patients by referral, including: obstetrical care, occupational/vocational therapy, physical therapy, child care, and discharge planning.
Hospital Inpatient Care
Esperanza's medical providers conduct hospital inpatient rounds for their patients who have been admitted to Temple University Hospital and Northeastern Hospital. These patients benefit greatly from being seen by their Esperanza provider, who speaks their language, already knows their medical history, and can minister to them in their time of need.