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Physician Assistants & Nurse Practitioners

Deep Jose

Deepa M. Jose, MS, ANP, GNP-BC

Deepa Jose is a board-certified Adult Nurse Practitioner and Geriatric Nurse Practitioner working with the physicians in our Pain Management Center of Excellence. She has comprehensive experience in pain management, with a focus on managing acute and chronic pain in both hospital and outpatient settings. Jose received a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Manipal College of Nursing in India, then received a Master of Science degree / Nurse Practitioner from Hunter College in New York. Her vast experience working in pain management includes managing patients with chronic, acute, neuropathic, cancer, rheumatologic, oral, and maxillofacial pain. In addition to working directly with BSSNY pain physicians and patients, Jose also teaches clinical and educational courses at the College of New Rochelle’s BSN program. She is a current member of the Nurse Practitioners of New York and the National Indian Nurse Practitioners Association of America. Deepa enjoys traveling, biking, reading, and Bikram Yoga.

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Kelsey Kimble, MSN-Ed, FNP-BC, CNOR

Kelsey Kimble is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner working with Dr. Peter Costantino. She is highly knowledgeable and experienced in a multitude of specialties, especially the operating room. She earned a BSN from Hartwick College, went on to earn an MSN in Education from Western Governors University, and a Post Masters FNP from The College of Mount Saint Vincent graduating with magna cum laude status. Kelsey is a Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) certification, which allows her to work alongside Dr. Costantino in the operating room as a first assist, providing patients a comprehensive holistic approach to their care. Additionally, she is a Professional Registered Nurse, a member of the American Nurses Association, and Sigma Theta Honor Society. She is also certified with the American Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery for Botox, Fillers as well as Peels.

Chihiro Shinohara

Chihiro Shinohara, PA-C

As a highly experienced board-certified Physician Assistant for Dr. R. Michael Koch, Chihiro Shinohara works primarily with patients undergoing cosmetic surgery, breast surgery, and microsurgical reconstruction. She assists Dr. Koch in the office and in the operating room. She earned an undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences at the University of Delaware, and a Master of Science degree with PA certification from the Pace University | Lenox Hill Hospital Physician Assistant Program in New York City. She is a member of several prestigious associations, including the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the New York State Society of Physician Assistants, and the Japanese Medical Society of America. In addition to English, Chihiro speaks fluent Japanese and is conversant in medical Spanish.