Our Providers

QUOTE NEEDED HEREMark Schulte, MD

Dr. Mark Schulte is a native of Western New York, having been born and raised in Batavia, NY. He completed his undergraduate and Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Palmer College in Davenport, IA before pursuing his medical degree. Dr. Schulte graduated with honors from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica, West Indies then completed his residency in internal medicine at Cleveland Clinic and his fellowship in Rheumatology at University Hospitals of Cleveland at Case Western Reserve University where he served as chief fellow in rheumatology from 2008-2009.

Dr. Schulte was excited to move back to the WNY area in 2009. During his free time he enjoys fly fishing, fly tying, hunting, traveling, and spending time with family.

I’m enthusiastic about providing compassionate care to the community within the full scope of rheumatology.”Michael Weingarten, MD

Dr. Weingarten was born and raised in Amherst. After finishing his education in 2010, he was excited to return to WNY to be near family. He lives with his wife, daughter and 3 sons in Orchard Park. During his free time he enjoys hiking, walks with his beagle, watching hockey, and playing with his children.

I am dedicated to providing compassionate rheumatologic care, helping to make a difference in the health and quality of life of my patients. I welcome the challenge that often encompasses rheumatologic diseases.Holly Luderman, FNP

Holly is a native of Western New York. Following the completion of her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Niagara University in 2000, she graduated magna cum laude, receiving her Master’s of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2002. She is a member of the Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals and Sigma Theta Tau, the International Honor Society of Nursing.

Holly enjoys living in the country, spending time with her family, friends and pets.

QUOTE NEEDED HEREAbby McCarville, RPA-C

Abby McCarville is a native of Western New York. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Buffalo in 2000. She then graduated with honors from the Daemen College Masters of Physician Assistant Program in 2004. She is an active board member with the Lupus Alliance of Upstate New York.

Abby enjoys hiking, skiing, tennis and spending time with family and friends.

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Tricia DiFranco is a native of Western New York and feels honored to be serving the members of this great community. She completed her education and professional training locally to remain close to beloved family and friends. She was immediately drawn to specialize in rheumatology by the unique and varied conditions that fall under the realm of this field, the opportunity to form close relationships with her patients, and personal experience with rheumatologic diseases within her own family. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and family, traveling, baking, reading and a multitude of outdoor activities.

Quote Coming Soon – Katie Hare, RPA-C

Katie Hare is a native of Western New York. She graduated from Daemen College in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and Master in Physician Assistant Studies. She worked in primary care for several years before deciding to specialize in rheumatology. Kate enjoys spending time with her husband and their two dogs, the outdoors and traveling.