Faculty
Administrative Faculty
Michael Kost, DNP, CRNA, CHSE
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. In addition, he is an active member of the International Society for Simulation in Healthcare, and is a certified healthcare simulation educator.
Cynthia Betron, DNP, 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.
Robert W Simon, DNP, CRNA
Assistant Program Director
Didactic Education Coordinator
Rob received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Holy Family University in 2004. In 2011, he completed his nurse anesthesia education at the Nazareth Hospital School of Nurse Anesthesia and received a Masters of Science degree in Anesthesia and Healthcare Administration from Saint Joseph’s University. Rob completed his Doctorate in Nursing Practice at the University of North Florida. Robert is a well established author, educator, preceptor, and presenter.
Kelly Stillwell, CRNA, MSN
Assistant Clinical Professor
Kelly received her bachelor of science in nursing from Temple University. She is an alumnus of the Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia at EMCM/La Salle University School of Nursing and Health Sciences, class of 2015. She is completing her Doctorate in Nursing Practice degree at the University of North Florida. She is the faculty wellness coordinator for the nurse anesthesia program and a staff nurse anesthetist at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
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
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
West Viriginia Anesthesia Associates
Karen Clow, CRNA, MS
Staff Anesthetist
United Anesthesia Services
Adam D’Alonzo, CRNA, MSN
Staff Anesthetist
Abington Memorial Hospital
Daniel Delaney, CRNA, MS
President
Anestiplus Anesthesia Services
Angelarosa Didonato, DNP, CRNA
Staff Anesthetist
Pennsylvania Hospital
Daniel Graves, CRNA, MSN
Staff Anesthetist
St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem Campus
Val Jakovlevs, CRNA, MSN
Staff Anesthetist
Abington Memorial Hospital
Michael Kost, DNP, CRNA, CHSE
Director
Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia/La Salle University
Michael Myers, CPA, MST
Certified Public Accountant
O’Fria and Company, P.C.
John O’Donnell, DrPH, MSN, RN, CRNA, CHSE, FSSH
Professor and Chair
University of Pittsburgh/Nurse Anesthesia Program
Jeff Petrillo, CRNA, MS
Staff Anesthetist
Abington – Lansdale Hospital
Kevin Plews, CRNA, MSN
Staff Anesthetist
Cooper University Hospital
Donald Rank, CRNA, MSN
Chief CRNA
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
Robert Simon, DNP, CRNA
Staff Nurse Anesthetist
Holy Reedemer 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
Derek Yohn, CRNA, MSN
Staff Nurse Anesthetist
Pinnacle Health System