|
|
- Rehabilitation Specialists
- Medical Case Management
- Insurance Education
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Educational Support Services
|
 |
Premiere Consultants
|
Consultants available Medical Case Management Services, Vocational Counseling, Educational Support Services, French and German Translation
Medical Case Managers
|
B. Sue Smith, RN — Medical Case Manager (Florida - Sarasota, Bradenton, Tampa, Orlando) — Sue joined the Newton Team July 2010.
|
 |
|
Brenda Reeber, RN, M.Ed, CRRN — Medical Case Manager (Ludington and Western Michigan Coastline) — The highlight of my nursing career of 40 plus years has been the opportunity to work as a Medical Case Manager for Newton Consulting, Inc, since moving to Ludington 10 years ago to enjoy ‘semi-retirement.’ Case management has challenged me to utilize the experience and skills I had developed over the years, particularly the rehabilitation nursing skills honed during 5 years as a primary nurse at the Rehabilitation Institute of Detroit and in the 10 additional years as a case coordinator in the Cognitive Retraining Program of Beaumont Hospital. Case Management has provided the stimulation and professional satisfaction I still seek in my ‘semi-retirement’ but the flexibile hours have also allowed me time to do volunteer work at the local Women’s Shelter, belong to two book clubs, X-Country Ski in the winter and swim in Lake Michigan in the summer.
|
 |
|
Cynthia Lapp, RN, MSN — Medical Case Manager (Michigan: Metro Detroit north to Bay City and Florida visits Tampa Area) — Cindy continues to work as a nursing supervisor at Providence Hospital. She also has her own company. Cindy has been working with Newton Consulting since 2004. She has experience working with individuals who have suffered amputation, brain injuries, spinal cord injury, and severe multiple fractures. Cindy is very active playing on a volley ball league, active with church functions, and finds the time to travel, visiting family coast to coast.
|
 |
|
Diane Mason, RN — Medical Case Manager (Metro Detroit Area and will go anywhere in Michigan) — Diane has been a nurse for 17 years and working as a case manager for 4 years. She started with Newton Consulting in 2007. She is currently studying for her Certified Case Management exam. She has experience in working with individuals who have been involved in automobile accidents and worker compensation injuries. Diane has experience working with individuals suffering from severe multiple fractures, amputation, brain injury, and spinal cord injuries. Diane is very active with boating and camping. She loves to travel.
|
 |
|
Elizabeth A. Weber, RN — Medical Case Manager (Retired) — Elizabeth “Beth” has decided to "retire" from case management so she can focus all of her energy into speaking and writing. She has been seen already at many womens retreats and conferences. She will be missed by all of us at Newton Consulting. Beth was a case manager with Newton Consulting for 9 years 2002 through 5/2011. Beth is a woman of many talents not only a wonderful nurse and case manager and motivational speaker Beth is busy writing books. We can't wait to see her first published book! We will miss you Beth! Thank you for you have done for us. Beth you touched many lives and made a difference to many hearts. We are all very proud of you!
|
 |
|
J. Suzanne Mulcay, RN — Medical Case Manager (Fort Myers, Florida)
|
 |
|
Karen L. Fralick, RN, MSN — Medical Case Manager (Metro Detroit north to Bay City) — Karen has her own medical case management consulting company and has worked with Newton Consulting since 2004. Karen continues to work as an Administrative Nurse Manager at Providence Hospital. She has been busy volunteering her time traveling around the world using her nursing skills working at hospitals in under privileged countries. Karen also finds time to teach first aide and CPR. Karen has been busy visiting family at various places around the world.
|
 |
|
Linda J. Krumm, RN, BSN, CCM — Medical Case Manager (Metro Detroit, Jackson, Flint to Lansing) — Linda has been working with Newton Consulting since 1996. Linda’s nursing experience with pediatrics and psychiatric expands her client base to include children as well as adults. Linda has broad knowledge and experience working with catastrophic injuries: brain injuries, spinal cord with ventilators, amputation and burns. Linda is active with her family. She enjoys watching her son in sporting events and enjoys golfing with her husband and son. Another hobby of Linda's is running and she has been in some marathons.
|
 |
|
Patrice N. DuFour, RN — Medical Case Manager (Metro Detroit north to Port Huron) — Patrice has been working with Newton Consulting since 1999. Prior to case management Patrice worked at Children’s Hospital, Hospice of Michigan, and Henry Ford Home care. Patrice has pediatric nursing experience. In Patrice’s spare time she loves making jewelry, sailing, long walks and spending time with her family.
|
 |
|
Roelie Byker, RN, BSN, CDMS, CCM — Medical Case Manager (Greater Grand Rapids area, south to Indiana, east to Lansing, north to Traverse City, west to Lake Michigan) — Roelie has her own company in addition to working with Newton Consulting since 1998. Roelie has very broad nursing knowledge in working with individuals suffering from brain injury, spinal cord injuries, amputation, severe fractures, and burns. Roelie has been assisting several patients with the complexities of moving to another states and has helped the transitions go smoothly. Roelie is on the board of directors of RINC, enjoys traveling, does a lot of fishing during the summer with her husband, also enjoys year round fun with her grandchildren. One of her secret interests is to learn to fly!
|
 |
|
Sheri Smith, , PTA, BSHM, MAOM, CBIS — Marketer and Case Manager Assistant, Vacation coverage for Case Managers (State wide - Michigan)
|
 |
|
Teri V. Carris, RN, BSN, CCM — Medical Case Manager (Metro Detroit Area) — Teri has been working as a case manager for 15 years. She has her own company in addition to working with Newton Consulting since 2004. She has experience working with individuals who have suffered injuries from auto accidents and workers compensation. Teri is experienced in working catastrophic injuries: brain injury, spinal cord, amputation,burns and complex fractures. Teri enjoys traveling with her family including her grandchildren.
|
 |
Vocational Consultant
|
Meg McCollister, MA, CVE, LPC, CCM — Vocational Counselor (SE Michigan, SW Michigan, Flint, Saginaw, Bay City, Port Huron)
|
 |
Administration
|
Deborah Newton — Owner (Michigan and Florida) — Newton Consulting began in 1994. After many years working at a large auto insurance company in Michigan, Debbie saw a need to help define Medical Case Management. She saw an area in the medical field that would help those individuals who have suffered from catastrophic injuries. Today the company has grown to include vocational rehabilitation and educational support. Debbie has also expanded her business to Florida. Beginning une 2011 Debbie is the Chairman of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan. She has served on the board for 6 years. Debbie was one of two people honored at the 2010 Brain Injury Association Legacy Society Event. While keeping busy with Newton Consulting, Debbie finds the time to enjoy traveling with her husband, fishing, playing golf and tennis.
|
 |
|
Suzanne Trella-Gillespie — Administration Manager (Michigan) — Suzanne started with our company in January 2000. She came to us with 25 years of Administrative/Secretarial skills. Her strong interpersonal skills allow her to work as part of our team. She provides administrative and technical support to Debbie Newton, as well as to all the case managers; she is computer proficient; handles referrals, editing, invoicing and is the person you will hear answering the phone when you call our office. Her hobbies are sewing, home remodeling, and being the ultimate sports fan via watching the Red Wings, Pistons, Tigers, and Lions.
|
 |
Susan Keen — Administration Assistant — I am excited to have Sue full time as an Administrative Assistant. She will be there to assist both Suzanne and I with all the day to day activity. Sue will continue to be available if there are any children in need of personal tutor after head injury.
|
Mark Wendland, BS — Administrative Assistance and Marketing (Florida) — Mark has been working with Newton Consulting since early 2010. After witnessing many struggles in his own family, Mark developed a passion for Senior Care and Medical Case Management. Prior to joining the Newton Consulting team, Mark worked as a sports writer for the News-Press and The Cape Coral Daily Breeze. Despite living In Florida most of his life, Mark is still a loyal Lions, Tigers, and Wolverines fan. In his free time, Mark enjoys kayaking, spending time with his friends and family, and taking long walks with his beagle, Molly.
|
 |
Educational Specialist
|
Sue Keen — Teacher (Greater Ann Arbor) — Sue has taught elementary education for 7 years at both the fourth and fifth grade level. She has a passion for inspiring her students to greatness and for creating lessons that are exciting, fun-filled experiences. She provides a personal, individualized curriculum for all her students. Sue is active with her family, loves to travel and is an avid Red Wings fan. Her favorite hobby is creating family scrapbooks. Sue is available for home tutoring and student advocate.
|
 |
Interpreter -- French and German
|
Valerie Jablonski, MA (Michigan, France, Germany) — Valerie has been bilingual since spending a high school year in Switzerland learning French. She added German in college and continues to experiment with language learning. She earned a tri-lingual secretarial diploma, a bachelor’s degree with majors in German and Business French, and a master’s degree in German and International Trade before completing secondary teacher certification allowing her to teach French and German from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Valerie currently teaches high school French and is active in world language associations at the state, regional and national levels. She spends time off with her husband and three grown daughters. Although she enjoys knitting, reading, and gardening, Valerie is passionate about travel. She has visited countries on four continents and spends summers in Europe as often as possible.
|
 |
|
|
