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We are very proud of our team approach to patient care. It leads to a more effective relationship with our patients. In fact, many of our patients have commented that our office is among the best run and most friendly in the area. Telephone calls during business hours are answered by one of our staff and are seldom directed to an automated answering system, even during lunch hours.
Each member of our staff, regardless of job function or expertise, is personally responsible for ensuring that your questions are answered and your medical needs are addressed. We look forward to a long and healthy relationship with all of our patients. |
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Mark A. Lupo, M.D. is board-certified in Endocrinology and Internal Medicine and has a subspecialty focus in thyroid and parathyroid disorders. Dr. Lupo is President of the Academy of Clinical Thyroidologists (2008-2009), member of the American Thyroid Association (ATA), American Association of Clinical Endocrinologist (AACE), AACE Nuclear Medicine Task Force, ATA Programming Committee, Endocrine Society, Florida Medical Association, and American Mensa Society. Dr. Lupo serves as the moderator for the patient-oriented Medhelp International Thyroid Disorders forum.
A native of Tampa, Florida, Dr. Lupo received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Duke University, completed his Medical Doctorate at The University of Florida, and received post doctoral training in Internal Medicine at Shands Hospital, University of Florida. Dr. Lupo completed a fellowship in Endocrinology at University of California, San Diego and Scripps Clinic. His hospital affiliations include Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Doctors Hospital of Sarasota. |
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Dr. Melissa Murfin is licensed in the State of Florida as both a physician assistant and a clinical pharmacist. Dr. Murfin works closely with Dr. Lupo to provide a team approach to patient care. A native of Ft. Myers, Florida, Dr. Murfin received her Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Central Florida in Molecular and Microbiology. She also completed a dual Masters degree in Physician Assistant Studies and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Florida. Dr. Murfin has previously worked as a clinical pharmacist at Manatee Memorial Hospital, Bradenton, Florida and in the area of clinical research. She is a member of American Society of Endocrine Physician Assistants, American College of Clinicians, Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, Florida Society of Health-System Pharmacists and American Mensa Society. |
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Along with Dr. Lupo and Melissa Murfin, Debbie leads the nursing and front office staff in a patient-oriented team approach to your medical needs. Debbie studied at Emory University and the Sarasota County Technical Institute and has over thirty years of management experience, including seventeen years in medical management. Debbie is the Practice Management and Billing Consultant for the Advanced Thyroid Ultrasound-Guided FNA Course taught by Dr. Lupo and Dr. Nicole Massoll of the University of Florida. |
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Shawna facilitates appointment scheduling, testing, procedures, physician referrals, and authorizations. She also assists with medical billing and patient billing questions and has worked in the medical field for twelve years. Shawna is the founder of the local chapter of the Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association (Thyca), a nonprofit organization dedicated to thyroid cancer patients and their families. Shawna is also coordinating the efforts to start a local chapter of Thyroid Awareness, a national organization sponsored by the American Thyroid Association. |
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Janine is the warm, smiling face first seen by patients as they enter our office. Janine greets patients, answers phones, schedules appointments, prepares patient charts and obtains authorizations. She also assists with patient check-out. Janine is a certified nursing assistant and has worked in the medical field for five years. |
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Shelly’s front office responsibilities include answering phones, greeting patients, confirming appointments, patient check-out, and scheduling appointments. She also prepares patient charts and obtains authorizations. Shelly is currently attending Keiser College and plans to join our practice full-time upon graduation. |
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Amanda is Medical Assistant to Dr. Mark Lupo. Amanda assists Dr. Lupo with ultrasounds, ultrasound-guided FNA biopsies, patient intake, patient calls, and scheduling. Amanda is also an on-site phlebotomist. Amanda received her Medical Assistant Certification from Georgia Medical Institute and has worked exclusively in the field of Endocrinology. |
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Kendra is a graduate of Keiser University where she received her Medical Assistant Certification and Phlebotomy Certification. Kendra works with Dr. Murfin assisting with ultrasound, patient intake, patient calls, and on-site phlebotomy. Kendra became a Certified Medical Assistant in January, 2008. Kendra and Amanda share in their responsibilities to best facilitate the needs of our patients. Kendra is a native of Sarasota, Florida. |
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Cindy is responsible for testing and lab results of our CLIA certified thyroid lab. She is also a Phlebotomist at Doctors Hospital of Sarasota. Cindy received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern Philippines and has obtained her Medical Assistant Certification and certification in Phlebotomy. |
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MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: The information found on this website is for educational purposes only and is not providing medical or professional advice. It should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease. It is not a substitute for professional medical care. If you have or suspect you might have any health problems, you should consult a physician. |
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