Our Providers
Michelle Feldman
MSN, AGNP-C
Adult Nurse PractitionerMichelle Feldman joined Specialty Infusion Centers in 2019. Michelle is a Nurse Practitioner and graduated Cum Laude from Emory University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She then went on to attend The University of Pennsylvania and graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing with a special focus in Adult-Gerontology Care. With her background in private practice and inpatient care, Michelle is an expert in infusion therapy across many specialties…
Michelle Feldman
MSN, AGNP-C
Adult Nurse PractitionerWith her background in private practice and inpatient care, Michelle is an expert in infusion therapy across many specialties, including Gastroenterology, Rheumatology, Neurology, and endocrinology. Michelle is an active member of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, Infusion Nurses Society, and is on the Standards Development Team for the National Infusion Centers Association, helping to create industry-wide standards.
Michelle has a unique way of making patients feel at ease by taking the extra time to educate and provide support in a personable and relatable way. Michelle strives to guarantee the best possible clinical outcomes while cultivating a stress-free and safe experience for all patients.
Crystal Persky
MSN, AGACNP - BC
Adult Nurse PractitionerCrystal is originally from Naugatuck, CT. She graduated from Southern CT State University with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After practicing as a Registered Nurse for over 5 years, she attended New York University, where she obtained her Masters degree as well as her Nurse Practitioner certification. She is a board-certified adult gerontologic acute care nurse practitioner with over 10 years of nursing experience. She has worked in a variety of…
Crystal Persky
MSN, AGACNP - BC
Adult Nurse PractitionerCrystal enjoys traveling, running, movies, and spending time with her family.
Jendayi Waugh
BSN/RN, MSN/ANP-C
Adult Nurse PractitionerJendayi Waugh is an adult nurse practitioner currently providing care with specialty infusion, the upper east side is her primary location. Her career started in Mpls, Minn after obtaining her Bachelor of Science in nursing from the College of St. Catherine (the nation’s largest women’s university). She then moved to the east coast and obtained her master’s degree from The College of Staten Island (CUNY)…
Jendayi Waugh
BSN/RN, MSN/ANP-C
Adult Nurse PractitionerHer career started in Mpls, Minn after obtaining her Bachelor of Science in nursing from the College of St. Catherine (the nation’s largest women’s university). She then moved to the east coast and obtained her master’s degree from The College of Staten Island (CUNY).
A wise woman once said, “To be a good teacher one must first learn to be a good student”
During her studies, a professor noted she was skilled in academia and invited her to become an adjunct professor during her final semester as a master’s student in 2012. That year she received the Mu Upsilon Award for outstanding student performance from the Nursing Honor Society of Sigma Theta Tau and was inducted as a member.
Her world paradigm centers around transmitting knowledge, this translates into her patient care and broaches the question of “What good is knowledge if it doesn’t bring about change in the world” or in this case, the patient care experience. A big part of that experience is empowering the people she cares for with the understanding that they are more than just the role of the patient. This ideology puts her in the position to learn from her patients as well, something she describes as “very humanizing”.
Melissa Robinson
MSN, FNP-BC
Family Nurse PractitionerMelissa Robinson is an accomplished Nurse Practitioner and brings over 16 years of experience to Specialty Infusion Centers in Syosset. Her prior work at Long Island’s community hospitals allowed her to build a strong foundation focused on providing the highest level of patient care. She is proud to be a member of the Specialty Infusion team and work with exceptionally well-managed and cohesive staff members…
Melissa Robinson
MSN, FNP-BC
Family Nurse PractitionerPrior to her career in nursing, Melissa excelled academically. She completed her undergraduate studies at Suffolk Community College and then went on to receive her bachelor’s and master’s degree from Long Island University.
“This career has been a blessing thus far, and I’m passionate about serving the communities I’ve grown up in.”
Miho Jo
MS, RN, FNP-C, AOCNP
Family Nurse PractitionerHer career in nursing spans the last 20 years. After she became a Registered Nurse in South Korea in 2002, Miho completed an RN-BSN program at Edinboro University in Pennsylvania as an international transfer student in 2012. She received a Master’s degree at Lehman College in New York with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner. Miho’s passion and competence are a result of her vast experience as a certified…
Miho Jo
MS, RN, FNP-C, AOCNP
Family Nurse PractitionerHer career in nursing spans the last 20 years. After she became a Registered Nurse in South Korea in 2002, Miho completed an RN-BSN program at Edinboro University in Pennsylvania as an international transfer student in 2012. She received a Master's degree at Lehman College in New York with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner.
Miho’s passion and competence are a result of her vast experience as a certified critical care nurse, an advanced oncology certified nurse practitioner, and a nurse volunteer in several countries for years.
Miho’s passion and competence are a result of her vast experience as a certified critical care nurse, an advanced oncology certified nurse practitioner, and a nurse volunteer in several countries for years. Miho emphasizes evidence-based clinical practice that can provide each of our patients with safe and quality care.
Karishma Deonarain
MSN, FNP- BC, SCRN
Family Nurse PractitionerKarishma Deonarain is a compassionate and enthusiastic Family Nurse Practitioner who has 5+ years of experience as a stroke certified registered nurse specializing in cardiology
and neurology.
Prior to starting her nursing career, Karishma graduated Cum Laude from Hunter College with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She then attended SUNY Downstate Medical College…
Karishma Deonarain
MSN, FNP- BC, SCRN
Family Nurse PractitionerPrior to starting her nursing career, Karishma graduated Cum Laude from Hunter College with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She then attended SUNY Downstate Medical College and completed both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing with a specialty in Family Practice.
Karishma is motivated to learn continually and is committed to providing the highest level of care. She is a strong advocate for her patients and believes in empowering them through education. She joined our team of caring professionals and providers to help ensure the best experience for our patients.
Pamela Rasheed
MSN, RN
Registered NursePamela Rasheed has been a Registered Nurse with Specialty Infusion Centers since 2019. She brings over a decade of nursing experience to this excellent and fast-growing healthcare facility. Her scope of practice encompasses an extensive background in women’s healthcare, which includes ten years at Columbia University Medical Center for Infertility where she excelled both…
Pamela Rasheed
MSN, RN
Registered NurseHer scope of practice encompasses an extensive background in women’s healthcare, which includes ten years at Columbia University Medical Center for Infertility where she excelled both professionally and academically. Prior to joining Specialty Infusion Centers, Pamela also worked at Coram CVS Specialty Infusion providing home-infusion therapies.
Pamela Rasheed is the author of a non-fiction clinical book entitled: Barren – the inside world of infertility. She is a public speaker on women’s health issues, and is passionate about her nursing career. She currently resides with her family on the beautiful suburbs of Long Island, NY.
Nicole R. Taranto
MSN, FNP-BC
Family Nurse PractitionerNicole Taranto is an ANCC board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who has worked in the healthcare industry since 2013. She originally attended the College of Staten Island, in New York, where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology. Nicole then decided to pursue her interest in nursing and went on to get her Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctor of Nursing..
Nicole R. Taranto
MSN, FNP-BC
Family Nurse PractitionerNicole is delighted to be apart of the Specialty Infusion Center’s team where she is able to utilize her skills to help and support those in need.
Christopher Ljucovic
MS, APRN, FNP-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CCRN
Family Nurse PractitionerChristopher Ljucovic is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and dual board-certified Registered Professional Nurse in adult critical care and medical-surgical nursing. He received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from SUNY Farmingdale and went on to achieve his Master of Science in Family Nurse Practitioner from Stony Brook University Graduate School. Since…
Christopher Ljucovic
MS, APRN, FNP-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CCRN
Family Nurse PractitionerSince starting his professional career in 2011, Christopher has worked in various inpatient and outpatient settings, including Allergy, Asthma, & Clinical Immunology, Infusion Therapy, Hospice & Palliative Care, Stroke/Telemetry, Critical Care, and Emergency - Trauma Level 1. With his experience spanning multiple specialties, Christopher brings an array of clinical knowledge and expertise to our patients at Specialty Infusion Centers, ensuring they continue to receive high-quality, evidence-based care.
Aside from working at Specialty Infusion Centers, Christopher practices Primary Care - Family Medicine, LGBTQ+ Health, and Urgent Care in the New York City area.
Jennifer Kay
MSN, FNP-C
Family Nurse PractitionerJennifer Kay graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, degree from Pace University, and is board certified by and a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree with honors from Houghton College, a postgraduate certificate in legal studies from Wagner College, and is…
Jennifer Kay
MSN, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
Melanie Raz
MSN, FNP-BC
Family Nurse PractitionerMelanie Raz is an accomplished ANCC Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner who has vast experience in multiple healthcare areas since 2014. Melanie is a highly motivated individual who consistently strives to provide the most current evidence-based care to her patients. Following the completion of her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, Melanie then pursued and…
Melanie Raz
MSN, FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner
