We are a team of licensed, Board Certified Pediatricians dedicated to the health and welfare of children. We are all Fellows of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP). Our primary hospital affiliations are with Crouse Hospital and Golisano Children’s Hospital at Upstate Medical University. We attend to newborns at Crouse Hospital and hold clinical faculty appointments at Upstate. Upstate’s Golisano Children’s Hospital’s commitment to the highest quality pediatric care is exemplified by its Pediatric Hospitalist Program which staffs the state of the art Inpatient Pediatrics Units.
We are a team of licensed, Board Certified Pediatricians dedicated to the health and welfare of children. We are all Fellows of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP). Our primary hospital affiliations are with Crouse Hospital and Golisano Children’s Hospital at Upstate Medical University. We attend to newborns at Crouse Hospital and hold clinical faculty appointments at Upstate. Upstate’s Golisano Children’s Hospital’s commitment to the highest quality pediatric care is exemplified by its Pediatric Hospitalist Program which staffs the state of the art Inpatient Pediatrics Units.
Almost 50 years ago, three community pediatricians, Drs. Francis M. Shields, Raymond J. Cassady, and Martin C. Ushkow joined forces and “opened up shop” at 600 East Genesee Street. They were joined in 1976 by Dr. Stephen H. Mintz. In 1990, Dr. Linda Imboden joined the group and Dr. Mintz decided it was time to move the practice to its current location at 151 Intrepid Lane and “Brighton Hill Pediatrics”, as we are known today, was born.
Dr. Kathryn G. Webster joined the group shortly after the move in 1991. In 1993 Dr. Cassady retired and Drs. Joanne G. Rosser and Margaret Hellems-Stanley joined the group. As time has passed, the group has been blessed with the additions of Drs. Barbara Anne Morisseau (2001), Michael K. Soeder (2003), Derek P. Gorski (2015), Elizabeth Cassalia (2019), Lauren Carlyle (2019), Veronica Szalkowski-Lehane (2023) and Zachary Augustine (2025). We have wonderful pediatric Nurse Practitioners: Stacey Muscolino, and Eleanor Gustke.
Through all the changes over all the years, one thing has remained constant – our dedication to providing the highest level of pediatric care for all of our patients.
Zachary Augustine, M.D.
Thorough, kind, and took his time answering all of our questions
Stacey Muscolino, CPNP
Always fantastic & informative! Takes her time with patients.
Derek Gorski, D.O.
We are so lucky to have Dr. Gorski as our daughters pediatrician. He is so easy to talk to and relate to as a parent and is thorough in his explanations.
Barbara Anne Morisseau, M.D.
She is phenomenal! She always takes the time to answer any and all questions and concerns!
Veronica Szalkowski-Lehane, M.D.
Dr. Veronica is so caring, warm, knowledgeable and thorough. She truly cares for the whole family. We are so grateful for her.
Michael Soeder, M.D.
We are happy for Dr Soedor to enjoy his retirement but sad to lose him as our doctor. He is so compassionate.
Michael Soeder, M.D.
Dr Soeder is the best!!!
Veronica Szalkowski-Lehane, M.D.
We LOVE Veronica!! Our little guy lights up when he sees her and she goes above and beyond every time we see her!
Zachary Augustine, M.D.
Great bedside manner and informative
Derek Gorski, D.O.
Our family loves Dr. Gorski! We have been with him for years and he not only allows me to advocate for my children, he advocates for them too. He encourages open conversation and asks what I as the parent am comfortable with. He has been supportive through all of our unknowns and celebrates our children's success right along with us. He is always responsive and makes sure we are satisfied with his care plan. We cannot recommend him enough.