Latrobe Hospital Family Medicine Residency

04/17/2026

✨The April 2026 Resident of the Quarter is........... ✨

Allison Silber, DO

Dr. Silber has received recognition over the last quarter for going above and beyond. She has received praise from Faculty, Residents, and Staff.

Here are a few of her nominator’s comments:

Dr. Silber is always willing to help with tasks and answer questions.
She consistently goes above and beyond for her patients.
A great team player who is supportive and dependable.
She is always kind and truly cares about her patients.
One of the friendliest and most approachable people I know-she truly brightens the office.
Dr. Silber is always eager to help, assisting with tasks, and answering questions with a positive attitude.

Congratulations, Dr. Silber!
Well deserved!

04/13/2026

Match Party 2026 at Aroma Italiano was such a great time that I forgot to grab a group photo! We loved welcoming our incoming interns for a meet & greet on Friday, April 10th. Here are a few action shots I managed to capture during the fun.

03/24/2026

Please join us in warmly welcoming the 2026–2027 PGY‑1 class of the Latrobe Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program. We are excited to have each of these outstanding physicians begin their training with us.

Top Row
Magen Polczynski – Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Joshua Prokopec – Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Olamide Sanya – American University of Antigua College of Medicine

Second Row
Dre'marcus Ferrell – Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

Mitchell Cashmer – Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Third Row
Joseph Theiss – Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Bailey Gaston – Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Thomas Starr – Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

We are delighted to welcome you to our residency family!

01/26/2026

‼️ Weather Update ‼️

All Outpatient locations will be fully operational and operating on normal schedules on Tuesday, January 27.

Independence Health System Hospitals remain open and are fully operational after the snowstorm, including Clarion Hospital, Butler Memorial Hospital, Frick Hospital, Latrobe Hospital and Westmoreland Hospital.

Patients scheduled for procedures or office visits should confirm their appointments before traveling. If you have not already heard form your provider’s office about your upcoming appointment or visit this week, please call your provider or 833-602-CARE (2273) to confirm, cancel, or reschedule your appointment. In some cases, you may be able to schedule a virtual visit.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

With the remaining snow and cold temperatures expected this week, please, stay safe.

For updates, please continue to check our social media or the weather page on our website: https://www.independence.health/weather-alert/.

01/26/2026

‼️ ALERT ‼️
INCLEMENT WEATHER NOTICE: For the safety of our patients and staff during the winter storm, some locations have adjusted hours and schedules. Please contact your provider's office or call 833-602-CARE (2273) before traveling to your appointment, and to confirm, cancel or reschedule your appointment. In some cases, you may be able to schedule a virtual visit.

Thank you for your understanding, and please, stay safe.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

‼️PLEASE NOTE‼️
‼️CLOSED: All Independence Health System OUTPATIENT clinics, services, and testing will be CLOSED on MONDAY, JANUARY 26, including but not limited to:
❄️ All Squares
❄️ Laurel Surgical Center
❄️ Lab and Imaging services
❄️ Physical Therapy services
❄️ Cardiac testing
❄️ FasterCare locations and FasterCare virtual visits

‼️DELAYED START‼️
In the Westmoreland Area: All hospital-based surgeries at Frick, Latrobe and Westmoreland Hospitals will have a delayed start. Patients will be contacted by their provider’s office to confirm the time.

❄️ In the Butler and Clarion Areas: All Butler Memorial Hospital, Clarion Hospital, and Benbrook ASC patients will be contacted on Sunday, January 25 to confirm surgical appointments for Monday, January 26.

Even if your location is not listed, please be sure to call before traveling.

‼️For updates, please continue to check our social media or the weather page on our website: https://www.independence.health/weather-alert/.

01/20/2026

And the January 2026 Resident of the Quarter is..........................

Gabrielle Beck, DO

Dr. Beck has received recognition over the last quarter for going above and beyond. She has received praise from Faculty, Residents, and Staff.

Here are a few of her nominator’s comments:

Dr. Beck goes above & beyond for her patients and does the same for the office staff. She is always prompt with the monthly lecture schedule. She represents the residents with passion and empathy.

A strong leader who effectively represents resident voices.

An exceptional role model whose contributions are made without expectation of recognition.

Dr. Beck is always willing to instruct medical students and observation students. She offers thoughtful ideas to enhance the educational experience for all learners.

Keep up the great work, Dr. Beck!
Well deserved!

12/29/2025

Exciting News!! A proud graduate of our Latrobe Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program, Dr. Ream has returned to serve with Independence Health System’s Obstetrics & Gynecology and Latrobe Family Medicine teams.

A Latrobe native has joined Independence Health System’s Obstetrics & Gynecology and Family Medicine departments in a move that the company said represents growth.

10/24/2025

The Latrobe Area Hospital Aid Society and the Latrobe Area Hospital Charitable Foundation truly know how to roll out the red carpet! On October 7, 2025, they hosted a beautiful Family Medicine Residents Reception at the Latrobe Country Club — and it was a night to remember.

Our intern residents were greeted with thoughtful goodie bags from local businesses and had the chance to share fun facts about themselves with our wonderful community members. A HUGE THANK YOU to both organizations for their incredible hospitality and support. It’s this kind of community spirit that makes the Latrobe Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program the BEST place to learn, grow, and serve! 💙

10/17/2025

Congratulations to our October Resident of the Quarter-
Dr. Logan Felton!

Dr. Felton has received recognition over the last quarter for going above and beyond. She has received praise from Faculty, Residents, and Staff.

Here are a few of her nominator’s comments:

"Her kindness never goes unnoticed”

"Her love of life is refreshing and infectious”

“Such a genuine admiration and love for what she does, and it shows!”

“Everyone thinks so very highly of her.”

“Kind and respectful; always goes above and beyond”

“She is a very hard worker and is very inspiring!”

“It's a breath of fresh air to have someone that listens without judging”

“She is so kind and is always willing to help if needed"

Congratulations Dr. Felton! Well deserved!!

10/01/2025

All providers are taking new patients with various age ranges and locations

09/19/2025

https://www.latrobebulletinnews.com/education/medical-students-build-careers-continue-legacy-through-bagby-scholarship-at-independence-health-system/article_e60037f0-2010-4288-991c-4fb16c0f81aa.html

Congratulations to the 8 medical students that received the Dr. Andrew David Bagby scholarship!

In November 2001, Dr. Andrew D. Bagby, a first-year resident in the Latrobe Hospital Family Medicine Residency, died tragically. To honor his memory, the Andrew D. Bagby Family Medicine Scholarship

05/29/2025

Latrobe Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program is proud to share this write up by The Latrobe Bulletin.
Latrobe Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program Director, Dr. Mike Semelka along with Dr. Gabrielle Beck, PGY-2 Resident, who is also the incoming chief resident for the 2025-26 academic year, completed a mission trip to Honduras in April 2025.
Please take the time to read this!
Great people doing wonderful things!

Independence Health System physicians Gabrielle Beck and Michael Semelka recently participated in a mission trip to Honduras.