Faculty
Administrative Faculty
Michael Kost, DNP, MSN, MS, CRNA
Director
Michael Kost, DNP, CRNA has served in the role of Director of the Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia/La Salle University School of Nursing since 1991. He received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Widener University, his anesthesia clinical education at the Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia at Montgomery Hospital, Master of Science in Anesthesia and Healthcare Administration from Saint Joseph’s University and Master of Science in Nursing as a geriatric clinical nurse specialist from Gwynedd Mercy College. Michael completed his Doctorate in Nursing Practice at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and his Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education from La Salle University School of Nursing.
Cynthia Betron, DNP, MSN, CRNA, CHSE, CNE
Associate Director
Simulation Lab Director
Cindy graduated from the Williamsport Hospital School of Nursing. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Excelsior College of Albany, NY. Prior to becoming a CRNA she functioned as an assistant clinical manager and unit educator in the PACU/ICU setting for 25 years. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing at LaSalle University and her CRNA education at the Frank J Tornetta School of Anesthesia. She completed a Post Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education at La Salle University School of Nursing and is credentialed as a certified nurse educator (CNE). Cindy completed her Doctorate in Nursing Practice at Chatham University in Shadyside, Pennsylvania. In addition, she is an active member of the International Society for Simulation in Healthcare, and is certified in healthcare simulation education.
Diane Quinley, AMSS
Program Coordinator
Diane Quinley is the Program Coordinator for the Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia/La Salle University School of Nursing managing many of the day to day functions associated with a graduate nursing educational program. Diane received her Associate Degree in Medical Secretarial Sciences from Peirce College in Philadelphia. In addition to serving in the role as Program Coordinator, Diane has been employed in the healthcare field for over 20 years.
Sarah Murray
Administrative Assistant
Sarah Murray is the administrative assistant for the Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia at Einstein Medical Center Montgomery/La Salle University School of Nursing. Sarah is currently completing business administration courses at Montgomery County Community College with plans to transfer to Temple University to complete her Business/Marketing degree. In addition to administrative duties, Sarah enjoys coordinating events that celebrate the accomplishments and milestones of both the program and enrolled students.
Didactic Faculty Members
Fred Ackler, CRNA, MS
Administrative Director
Lehigh Valley Anesthesia Services
Dawn Bent, DNP, CRNA
Staff Anesthetist
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
Cynthia Betron, DNP, CRNA, CHSE, CNE
Associate Director
Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia/La Salle University
Ann Bryson, CRNA, MSN
Staff Anesthetist
Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
Ferne Cohen, EdD, CRNA
Assistant Clinical Professor, Director of Clinical Education
Drexel University Nurse Anesthesia Program
Daniel Delaney, CRNA, MS
President
Anestiplus Anesthesia Services
Rachel Gernerd, CRNA, MSN
Staff Nurse Anesthetist
United Anesthesia Services
John Giglio, CRNA
Clinical Coordinator/Open Heart Team Anesthetist
Regional Hospital of Scranton
Daniel Graves, CRNA, MSN
Staff Anesthetist
St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem Campus
Jill Hanisak, CRNA, MSN
Staff Anesthetist
Lehigh Valley Healthcare Network
Val Jakovlevs, CRNA, MSN
Staff Anesthetist
Abington Memorial Hospital
Michael Kost, DNP, CRNA
Director
Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia/La Salle University
Jill Krystofinski, CRNA, MSN
Staff Nurse Anesthetist
Lehigh Valley Healthcare Network
Ralph Morgan, CRNA
Clinical Coordinator/Staff Anesthetist
Abington Memorial Hospital
Jeff Murray, CRNA, MSN, APN, FPD
Staff Nurse Anesthetist
West Jersey Anesthesia Associates
Michael Myers, CPA, MST
Certified Public Accountant
O’Fria and Company, P.C.
John O’Donnell, CRNA, MSN, DrPH
Professor and Chair
University of Pittsburgh/Nurse Anesthesia Program
Jeff Petrillo, CRNA, MS
Staff Anesthetist
Abington – Lansdale Hospital
Donald Rank, CRNA, MSN
Chief CRNA
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
Robert Simon, CRNA, MS
Staff Nurse Anesthetist
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Rachel Snyder, CRNA, MSN
Staff Nurse Anesthetist
Lancaster General Hospital
Elizabeth Stewart, CRNA, MSN
Staff Nurse Anesthetist
St. Luke’s Hospital Allentown
Kelly Stillwell, CRNA, MSN
Staff Nurse Anesthetist
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
University of Pennsylvania Healthcare System
Rick Tennesen, DNP, MHA, CRNA, ARNP
Chief CRNA
UPMC/Pinnacle Health
Gennady Vitorsky, CRNA, MSN
Staff Anesthetist
Abington Memorial Hospital
Stephanie Woodruff, DNP, CRNA
Program Director at Cedar Crest College
Nurse Anesthesia Program
Derek Yohn, CRNA, MSN
Staff Nurse Anesthetist
Pinnacle Health System
Scott Zalut, MD
Staff Anesthesiologist
Einstein Healthcare Network