Quality Awards
Faculty
Erin Bendas, DO
Program Director
Program Director
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine
- Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Dr. Erin Bendas is a graduate of The Kansas City School of Medicine and Biosciences where she received both her Master's degree in Bioethics along side her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include education, medical ethics, and integration of palliative medicine with other specialties. Outside of work she enjoys traveling, riding horses, crafting and cheering on her favorite football and baseball teams.
Christopher M. Smith, MD
Associate Program Director
Associate Program Director
- Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
- Board Certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Dr. Christopher M. Smith is a graduate of Drexel University [BS in Mathematics] and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University [Doctor of Medicine]. He provides palliative coverage to our Monroe campus. Outside of work you can find our friend either adventuring with his family, swinging the sticks [Golf], launching arrows [Archery], shredding the six-string [Guitar], or capturing the beauty in nature [iPhone photography].
Nuha Cebeci, MD
Hospice Medical Director
Hospice Medical Director
Dr. Hena Cebeci is a graduate of the Lewis Katz School of Medicine. She completed her primary training in Family Medicine. She is a graduate of the St. Luke's HPM fellowship. Outside of work, her interests include being outdoors, taking care of her many plants and two sons, and baking.
John Interrante, MD
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine
- Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Dr. Interrante is a graduate of Penn State University undergraduate and Temple University School of Medicine. As a Graduate Fellow of the HPM Fellowship program, he continues to enjoy his work at St. Luke’s practicing in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. Outside of work, he enjoys various outdoor activities as well as a love of music and the occasional board game.
