Andrei Cocieru Joins CHI Saint Joseph
LEXINGTON Andrei Cocieru, MD, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Surgery in Lexington bringing extensive general surgery and surgical oncology expertise. Cocieru specializes in hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery, addressing complex conditions affecting the liver, pancreas, and bile duct. Originally from Moldova, Cocieru discovered his passion for healthcare early in life.
“My mom was a family physician and served as an example to me,” says Cocieru.
Cocieru specializes in the surgical management of liver, pancreas, and bile duct diseases, offering both open and minimally invasive, laparoscopic procedures.
Cocieru earned his medical degree in Chisinau, Moldova. After moving to the United States, he completed his surgical residency at Danbury Hospital in Connecticut and pursued a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. He then completed advanced training at Duke University Medical Center to further hone his hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery skills. Cocieru is board-certified in both HPB surgery and general surgery.
Saint Joseph London Awarded Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery from The Joint Commission
LONDON Saint Joseph London has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Certification in Spine Surgery, the fourth hospital in Kentucky to earn the certification. The hospital received this certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.
“Providing safe, high-quality care is at the center of everything we do, and this certification reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence and enhancing access to advanced clinical care close to home,” said John Yanes, president, Saint Joseph London.
“Earning this certification is a big milestone for Saint Joseph London and, more importantly, for our patients,” said Vincent DePalma, MD, spine surgeon, Saint Joseph London. “It shows that we’re delivering the highest level of spine care, using the most advanced surgical techniques and maintaining a strong focus on patient safety.”
Officers Announced for Lexington Clinic’s 2025 Board of Directors
LEXINGTON Lexington Clinic’s Board of Directors elected officers for 2025. They are President Tharun Karthikeyan, MD; Vice-President Kimberly Hudson, MD; Secretary Robby K. Hutchinson, MD; and Treasurer Jordan Prendergast, DO.
Other members of the board include Walaa Ayoub, MD; Jonathan Keeling,
MD; Erin Moore, MD; Brandon Devers, MD; David Kielar, MD; Mr. Nick Rowe; and Mr. Paul Rooke.
OB-GYN Joins Women First
LOUISVILLE Katherine V. Shannon, MD, is the newest member of Women First, joining the full-service
OB-GYN practice in September 2023. Shannon completed her undergradu – ate degree at the University of Kentucky in Lexington and received her medical degree at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, where she received the Schwartz Medical Humanities Award. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Cincinnati in 2017.
Before joining Women First, Shannon performed OB-GYN work including gynecologic surgeries, labor and delivery, emergency consultations, and annual wellness exams. Having worked with patients of all ages, she is particularly passionate about providing care for adolescent and post-menopausal women. She also greatly values the opportunity she has in her role to empower women through comprehensive health and reproductive education.