ABOUT US

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Lakeview Specialty Hospital and Rehab is a Joint Commission Accredited and licensed long term acute care hospital (LTACH) that has delivered 25 years of innovative programs and extensive services with expertise in medically complex care, neurobehavioral health, rehabilitation, and community supportive living. With superior proficiency in brain injury rehabilitation and complex respiratory care we are able to help our patients with difficult medical conditions reach their highest level of healing and functional independence possible. Located on more than 80 acres in a rural community outside of Milwaukee in Waterford, Wisconsin. Our peaceful grounds, coupled with tenured, talented and caring staff, lend to the healing and recovery process.

Services

  • Long Term Medical Acute Care
  • Pulmonary/Vent Program
  • Coma Recovery Program
  • Neurobehavioral Program
  • Complex Wound Care
  • Dialysis
  • Physical, Occupational, & Speech Therapies
  • Behavioral Health Services
  • Out-Patient Medical Clinic
  • Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF)
  • Critical Care Transport Service

Services

  • Long Term Medical Acute Care
  • Pulmonary/Vent Program
  • Coma Recovery Program
  • Neurobehavioral Program
  • Complex Wound Care
  • Dialysis
  • Physical, Occupational, & Speech Therapies
  • Behavioral Health Services
  • Out-Patient Medical Clinic
  • Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF)
  • Critical Care Transport Service
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Our Mission

Lakeview’s integrated continuum of care facilitates the full realization of human potential through quality, state-of-the-art services.

Lakeview’s mission is to help those we serve and with whom we work realize their full human potential in a safe and respectful environment. We provide effective programing for people facing significant physical, cognitive, and behavioral challenges. As a community partner, we are dedicated to quality, person-centered care and treatment of the individuals we support.

Values

Respect
Integrity
Great Service
Honesty
Truth
Professionalism
Accountability
Teamwork
Humor

Values

Respect
Integrity
Great Service
Honesty
Truth

Professionalism
Accountability
Teamwork
Humor

Vision Statement

As a leader in the field, Lakeview is a respected, reliable provider dedicated to the treatment, rehabilitation, care, education and support of individuals with complex challenges. This is achieved through effective person-centered care, efficient use of available resources, best practices and engagement with stakeholders.

Professional Medical Team

Habel, Alfred
Alfred Habel, MD

Pulmonologist,
Executive Medical Director

Alfred Habel, MD, Pulmonologist, Executive Medical Director

Dr. Alfred Habel is the Executive Medical Director at Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab and is on the pulmonary staff at United Hospital System in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Dr. Habel completed his undergraduate training at University of Parkside and the Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. His post-graduate training was completed in Minneapolis, Minnesota at Hennepin County Medical Center and the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Habel is a member of the Education Committee, Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the Mayo Clinic, and Chairman of the Ethics Committee at the United Hospital System. He has published several articles and won the American College of Chest Physicians Young Investigator Award.

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Majeed, Mustansir
Mustansir Majeed, MD

President of MEC and
Director of Clinic Services

Mustansir Majeed, MD, President of MEC and Director of Clinic Services

Dr. Mustansir Majeed is board certified in Family Practice and is the Director of Outpatient Services for Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab. He is also an attending physician for the hospital and is vent certified. In addition, he oversees the medical direction of the residential programs. Dr. Majeed is a graduate of Rawalpindi Medical College in Pakistan. He completed his externship in Brooklyn, New York followed by a residency with the Bassett-St. Elizabeth Family Medicine Program. After his residency in Family Medicine in Utica, New York, Dr. Majeed moved to Wisconsin where he has been affiliated with the Aurora System and is a staff physician at a multispecialty group practice in Milwaukee. In addition to his numerous professional affiliations, he has received several honors including Top Doctor in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Eraso
Jairo Eraso, MD .
 

Infectious Disease

Jairo Eraso, MD, Infectious Disease

Jairo Eraso is an Infectious Disease physician at Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab and is affiliated with St. Luke’s Medical Center. He graduated from the National University of Colombia and completed his Graduate Medical Training at the University of Texas. He is board certified in Infectious Disease and Internal Medicine.

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Sorenson, Cindy
Cindy Sorenson, PsyD

Clinical Director of Behavior Health Services

Cindy Sorenson, PsyD, Clinical Director of Behavior Health Services

Dr. Sorenson is Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab’s Clinical Director of Behavior Health Services. Dr. Sorenson received her PsyD from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology and her BA from Luther College, Decorah, Iowa. She finished her residency at Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab with a specialty in Clinical Neuropsychology. She plays an intricate role in creating individualized behavioral and rehabilitation programs for program participants and also counsels families, adults, and emotionally disabled children and adolescents in group and individual formats.

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Patti
Patti Wagner, LPC

Hospitalist

Patti Wagner, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor

Patti has a Master of Arts degree in Community Counseling along with a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration. She has worked with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem as well as the victims of domestic and sexual abuse. Her goal is to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Her counseling style is warm, supportive, and interactive. Her technical approach is eclectic, utilizing a strength-based focus, while incorporating CBT skills to help clients achieve the best version of themselves.

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Ruffolo, Stefanie Suzanne
Stefanie Ruffolo, MD

Hospitalist

Stefanie Ruffolo, MD, Hospitalist

Dr. Stefanie Ruffolo is a Hospitalist for Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab who is certified in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. She completed her post-graduation education at the University of Pennsylvania in 2014, and she is also affiliated with the Kenosha Medical Group in its outpatient clinic.

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Williams, O’Rell- preference
O’Rell Williams, MD

Hospitalist

O’Rell Williams, MD, Hospitalist

Dr. O’Rell Williams is a Hospitalist for Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab. American Board Certified in Internal Medicine, completing his post-graduation education at Aurora Sinai, Milwaukee, WI in 2004.  Also affiliated with Wheaton Ascension St. Joe’s Hospital.

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Museitif, Raaid
Raaid Museitif, MD

Hospitalist

Raaid Museitif, MD , Hospitalist

Dr. Raaid Museitif is a Hospitalist for Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab. American Board Certified in Interventional Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease and ACLS, completing his post-graduate education at Aurora Sinai, Milwaukee, WI in 2004. Also affiliated with St Luke’s Medical Center, Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare and Kenosha Medical Group.

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Warren, Paul
Paul Warren, MD

Nephrologist

Paul Warren, MD, Nephrologist

Dr Warren has been a consultant with Lakeview Specialty Hospital and Rehab since 2006. He graduated from St. George's University, St. George’s, Grenada, and completed his Residency and Fellowship at Medical College of WI Affiliated Hospitals, Milwaukee. Dr. Warren is American Board Certified in Nephrology. 

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Khan, Tahir
Tahir Khan, DPM

Podiatrist

Tahir Khan, DPM, Podiatrist

Dr. Khan has been a consultant with Lakeview Care Partners and Lakeview Specialty Hospital and Rehab since 2017. He graduated from the William Scholi College of Podiatric Medicine, Illinois in 2011, completed his residency at the Wyckoff Heights Hospital and NY Harbor Healthcare System, New York in 2014. Dr. Khan is American Board Certified in Podiatric Medicine. 

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Semon, Bruce
Bruce Semon, M.D

Psychiatrist

Bruce Semon, M.D., Ph.D, Psychiatrist

Dr. Semon is a consultant with Lakeview Specialty Hospital and Rehab and is a licensed psychiatrist with over a decade of experience in treating children, adolescents and adults. Dr Semon receive his medical training at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and was awarded a Ph.D in nutrition from the University of California, San Francisco. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Society of Nutritional Sciences.

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Nitesh Kumar
Nitesh Kumar, M.D

Traumatic Brain Injury Specialist

Nitesh Kumar, MD, Director of Business Development & Contracting, Traumatic Brain Injury Specialist

Dr. Nitesh Kumar, a unique blend of medical expertise and business acumen, serves as the Traumatic Brain Injury Specialist at Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab. With over a decade of experience in the healthcare sector, his core competencies include clinical management, business development, executive leadership, data analysis, and contract negotiations. Dr. Kumar's ability to provide medical consulting services that align effectively with hospital executive leadership, coupled with his sharp clinical acumen, has significantly enhanced patient outcomes.

Dr. Kumar's latest publication, "Spontaneous Spinal Hematoma in Patients Using Antiplatelets and Anticoagulants: A Systematic Review," featured in World Neurosurgery in April 2024, is a testament to his dedication to advancing the field of neurosciences. This comprehensive review delves into the critical issue of spontaneous spinal hematomas, particularly in patients on antiplatelet and anticoagulant therapy, offering valuable insights into their management and outcomes.

When Dr. Kumar is not busy advancing healthcare reform or meeting patients and their families, he enjoys running, traveling, cooking, and spending quality time with his family.

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Leadership Team

Chief Executive Officer

Christopher Slover

512-773-8076
Administrator/COO

Andy Olivares

262-534-7297 x510
Accounting Manager

Ronzel Darling

262-534-7297 x563
Chief Nursing Officer and Director of Quality

Mary Safiran

262-534-7297 x 514
Director of Admissions

Natalie Taylor, MSM

262-534-7297 x509
Director of Pharmacy

Raymond Lange, PharmD, RPH

262-534-7297 x564
EMS Medical Director

Ben Feinzimer, MD

bfeinzimer@lakeviewsystem.com
Director of EMS

Todd Bluhm, CCP

262-534-7297 x558
Lead Occupational Therapist

Julie Michals, OTR

262-534-7297 x230
Lead Physical Therapist

Stacey Schmidt, PT

262-534-7297 x231
Interim Director of Residential Services

Tobie Johnson

262-534-7297 x578
QAPI Coordinator

Nicole Greider

262-534-7297 x589
Director of Business Development

Nitesh Kumar MD MBA

262-534-7297 
Director of Reimbursement

Angela Johnson

262-534-7297 x597
Clinical Director Mill Pond

Cindy Buchanan  MSN, MHA

608-296-4195
Clinical Liaison

Kimberly Senczyszyn

262-537-7297 
Executive Assistant/Supervisor

Julie Natrop

262-537-7297 x549
Director of IT

Kha Vu

262-534-7297 x545
General Counsel

John Burnside

262-534-7297 x219
Clinical Liaison

Candace Cerka

414-336-2491