Sentara Anesthesiology Specialists 

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Meet Dr. James Oleksa We want patients as happy and comfortable as possible.

Meet Dr. Stephen P. White “I am very protective of my patients, and they become my family.”

Sentara Anesthesiology Specialists are quality physicians who specialize in anesthesiology. They are responsible for delivering anesthesia safely to patients, and focus on patient care before, during and after surgery. Anesthesiologists have the important job of monitoring a patient's breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure during surgical procedures. Our specialists also ensure patient safety and comfort, as well as direct pain relief during the recovery period.

There are multiple types of anesthesia. Our Sentara Anesthesiologists will work with you and evaluate your health to decide which method is best for you. We believe in taking the time to work with each patient to ensure their questions are answered and concerns addressed. We understand that you are trusting us with your life, and we are here to ensure your health and safety! 

Types of Anesthesia: 

General Anesthesia – This affects the entire body and the patient is medically asleep.
Regional Anesthesia – Only one area of the body is affected.
Sedative Anesthesia – The patient is deeply relaxed, but is able to respond to questions and physical stimulation.
Local Anesthesia – Only a small area of skin or tissue is numbed. 

Office Locations:
Sentara Anesthesiology Specialists has offices throughout Hampton Roads. View our Locations and Directions page for addresses and hours of operation for each location.

Physicians
Sentara anesthesiologists are board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. 

     At Sentara Princess Anne Hospital:

      Matthew P. Chow, M.D. 
      Keith B. Gustafson, M.D.
      Robert E. Houston, M.D.

      James S. Oleksa, M.D.
        Yun Qin, M.D.
        Patrick Schuette, MD
      Leonid Stepanov, D.O. 

 

 
     

 
     James Wingo, M.D.


     At Sentara Obici Hospital:
      Yolanda Harold, M.D.
      Amy Marks, M.D. 
      Benford Nance, Jr., M.D.
      Karen Sickenger, M.D.
      Linwood Spruiell, M.D.
     


Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists 

Sentara nurse anesthetists are certified by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists. 

      Kimberly Adams
      Mark Allen
      Michael Biscan 
      Whitney M. Bechtel
      Maria Broussard
      Caren Cajares
      Frankie R. Carr
      Jonathan W. Cotton
      Teresa Cousins
      Brian Currie
      Katherine Dean
      Chad Driscoll 
      Lisa Gander
      William J. Gardella
      Ralph J. Gargiulo
      Dave Gembel
      Robin R. Gibbs
      Karen Gillikin 
      Danielle Goss
      William Harper 
      Debra Heffner
      Jennifer Hester
      Lester E. Hilbert
      Cheryl W. Hite
      Kelly Hoffman
      Robert Hoffman
      Robert Johnson
      Jeffrey Jones
      Ben Kershnar
      Bruce W. Litton
      M. Ann McInally
      Briana Meseroll
      Susan A. Murrell
      Susan M. Oncu
      Robert S. Rinehart
      David Von Rump
      Beth E. Schatzman
      Rosalie C. Shepard
      Heidi W. Simons
      Laura Smith
      Lynne Southern
      Kenneth L. Spence
      David J. Stewart
      Sheri W. Taylor  
      Tamara K. Tjepkema
      John D. Waegerle
      Philip F. Whalen
      Patricia Wirth
      Eujeong Yoon