Born: November 3 in Norman, OK
Married 18 years to Jim Airola - Prof. of Economics @ Naval Postgraduate School
Jill and her husband have two young sons.
Education
- Undergraduate: Rice University - BA in Biology
-Medical School: University of Texas
-Internship/Residency in Pediatrics: Baylor College of Medicine - Texas Children’s hospital in Houston, TX
Board certified by American Academy of Pediatrics 1998-present
Work History
1998 - 2001: Assistant Professor of Pediatrics - Texas Children’s Hospital (pediatric emergency medicine)
2001 - 2005: Private Practice - Salinas, CA
2006 - Present: MPPMG
Favorite Food
Thai food - yum! Mac & Cheese!
Nickname
“Jelly Rolla” or Dr. “Fruit Roll-up”
Just For Fun
Hike, Hike, Hike! Sand volleyball! Nintendo & Wii! Church youth group volunteer!
Pamela Breslin, CPNP
Dr. Jill Airola
Born in California but lived all over the world!
Married for 32 years and raised four children
Education
- B.S. in Nursing from Misericordia University
Became a Pediatric Nurse in Denver, Colorado
Work History
Joined the U.S. Army and was a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for them for six years.
1996 - Present: MPPMG
Just For Fun
Enjoys hiking, bird watching and traveling. Involved with the Carmel Chapter of the American Red Cross in Disaster Preparedness and in Health and Safety.
Dr. Barry Gendelman
Born: Charelston, SC
5 children - Ashley, Meghan, Kate, Joe and Tom
Education
- Undergraduate, University of Cincinnati
- Medical School, University of Cincinnati Medical
- Internship, USC Medical Center
- Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
Board certified by American Academy of Pediatrics 1972-present
Work History
1972 - 1974: Thorngate Medical Group
1974 - Present: MPPMG
Favorite Food
Clam Chowder
Just For Fun
Golf and Scuba are my favorite past times!
Dr. Valerie Josephson
Born: San Fernando, California
Married to Hans Poggemeyer a Pulmonary / Critical Care Doctor.
She has a young son and daughter.
Education
- Undergraduate: B.S. from UCLA in Psychology
- M.D. from U.C. Irvine College of Medicine
-Internship/Residency in Pediatrics: U.C. Irvine Medical Center
Work History
1999 - 2003: U.C. Irvine Medical Center
2003 - 2006: Monterey County Department of Health
2005 - Present: MPPMG
Just For Fun
Love Mexican and Indian Food!
Enjoys bike riding, outdoor activities, and time with family.
Special moment from Medical Practice
Smiles, hugs, and kisses from my patients
Dr. Pierre LaMothe
-Born: Carmel Community Hospital
-Married to Eileen LaMothe, Faculty member at MPC Nursing School.
-Two Sons, Gabe (20) at UCSD and Andre a senior at Stevenson
Education
-Undergraduate: UCLA B.A. Biology and Economics
-Medical School: Wayne State University
-Pediatric Internship and Residency: UCSF
Work History
1987 to present: MPPMG
Favorite Neckware
Bowtie
Just For Fun
Excellent Golfer (2 Handicap), Surfing, Physical Fitness, Cooking, and Gardening
Dr. Alan Rosen
Born: Charleston, South Carolina
Married to Lyn, a docent at the Point Sur Lightstation
One child Johanna is a Pediatric Resident at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Education
- Undergraduate: Clemson University / Emory University
-Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina
-Pediatric Internship and Residency: Mount Zion Hospital (SF) / Riverside General Hospital / Hospital for Sick Children (Toronto)
Work History
1978 to Present: MPPMG
Just For Fun
I collect antique medical items and enjoy research and genealogy. I also enjoy garage "saleing".
Dr. David Tappan
Born: Pasadena, CA
-Engaged to be Married
-3 children, 3 step children, 4 step grandchildren
Education
- Undergraduate: Stanford University B.S. Chemistry
- Medical School: UCSF
- Pediatric Internship and Residency: Boston City Hospital / Kaiser Hospital (SF)
Work History
1974 to 2001: Private Practice in Pasadena
2001 to Present: MPPMG
Special Moment from Medical Practice
Taking care of the children of my former patients
Just for Fun
Hiking, Nature Study, Foreign Languages (especially California Indian Languages)
AnneMarie Merrick, ADN
Born in San Jose, California
Two children: Tessa and Ethan
Education
- Undergraduate: BA from University of California at Santa Cruz, 1994
- ADN: Maurine Church Coburn School of Nursing at MPC, 2003
Work History
RN - MPPMG 2009
RN - St. Louise Hospital
RN - Visiting Nurses Association
EMT - Monterey County
Ocean Lifeguard / Junior Lifeguard - California Parks
Just For Fun: My favorite foods are Japanese / Sushi and Veggies!
I am more coordinated in the water than on land . . . I love to swim!
We have a yellow lab Chloe, who loves the beach.
Nickname: Annie
Special moment from Medical Practice
The rapport and special connection that develops with patients and parents even over the phone!