Experts

Dr. Erin F. Heiskell, MD – Family Medicine Physician & Primary Care Specialist

Erin HeiskellErin Heiskell is a board-certified family physician with more than 20 years of experience in both adult and pediatric primary care. She trained at the Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency at MacNeal Hospital, building a career centered on continuity of care and prevention. Her work ranges from routine checkups to long-term care, with an emphasis on catching issues early instead of dealing with them later. People value her steady, practical approach and the way she looks beyond symptoms to understand the whole situation.

She currently works across several primary care sites within the Massachusetts General Brigham network, where flexibility and teamwork are part of the job every day. Alongside her clinical role, Erin stays actively involved in community work. She serves as a board member and volunteer with organizations such as the Essex County Community Foundation and Plummer Youth Promise. Board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine since 2002, she treats patients while also working to expand access to care, strengthen local support networks, and improve long-term health across communities.

Dr. Peter S. Antkowiak, MD – Emergency Medicine Physician & Acute Care Specialist

Peter AntkowiakPeter Antkowiak is a board-certified emergency medicine physician working on the front lines of acute care. He treats adult patients across a wide range of urgent and life-threatening conditions. His clinical work takes place within the Baystate Health system, including Baystate Medical Center and its affiliated hospitals. Each shift calls for quick decisions and clear, steady judgment. Alongside his clinical work, Peter serves as an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at UMass Chan Medical School – Baystate. He stays closely involved in teaching and guiding future physicians.

He earned his MD from Albany Medical College and completed his residency through Maine Medical Center in collaboration with Tufts University. Board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine, Peter uses a calm, structured approach in high-pressure situations. He focuses on quick assessment and clear priorities. Patient safety and effective treatment stay at the center when it matters most. His work focuses on steady care in unpredictable situations. Peter keeps communication clear and straightforward for patients and their families.

Mark Kamen, PharmD – Pharmacist & Medication Safety Specialist

Mark KamenMark Kamen is a PharmD-trained pharmacist with hands-on experience across hospital, retail, and industry settings. His experience includes roles at Tufts Medical Center, Fenway Health, and Walgreens, where he gained hands-on experience in dispensing and refill coordination. Day-to-day patient support became a key part of his work, shaping a grounded, no-nonsense approach. Mark understands how medications move from prescription to patient – and where issues can arise along the way. That perspective shapes his careful, detail-oriented approach to pharmacy practice.

Since 2023, Mark has worked at Insulet Corporation in complaint handling and vigilance. His role centers on medication safety, product quality, and real-world patient feedback. He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in 2023. Experience across both clinical practice and pharmacy operations shapes his approach. He focuses on making treatments work in daily life – safe, consistent, and easy to manage day to day.

Krista Dariotis, PharmD (Candidate), MBA (Candidate) – Pharmacist

Krista DariotisKrista Dariotis is a pharmacy professional currently completing her Doctor of Pharmacy and MBA at the University of Rhode Island. Her training combines clinical pharmacy knowledge with a clear understanding of how healthcare systems operate day to day. She has gained hands-on experience through pharmacy internships in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island, along with certifications in immunization delivery, CPR/AED, and research ethics. She keeps her work centered on patient safety, prevention, and treatment choices that hold up in everyday life.

Her academic path goes hand in hand with active involvement in professional organizations such as Rho Chi, Phi Lambda Sigma, and the Industry Pharmacists Organization. In these roles, she takes part in communication efforts and helps shape strategy initiatives. She also serves as a college ambassador and connects with prospective students and their families. Regular Dean’s List honors and a Presidential Scholarship point to strong focus and follow-through. Her dual-degree path signals a clear plan to pair pharmacy practice with leadership and healthcare strategy.