Welcome to Som Medical Practice

James Sheehan (Jim) is a highly experienced Mental Health Counselor with nearly 40 years in the field, specializing in addiction recovery. Holding master's degrees in Counseling and Bioethics, along with a CASAC-2 certification and a Doctor of Divinity degree, Jim brings a holistic and spiritual approach to well-being.

In addition to addiction recovery, Jim works with individuals dealing with codependency, domestic violence, grief, self-esteem, intimacy/relationship issues, stress, spirituality, trauma, and LGBTQ+ concerns. His compassionate guidance creates a safe space for clients to explore and heal. If you're on a journey to wellness, Jim is here to support you.

Alisa is a compassionate provider, who obtained her BSN from Daemen in 2013. She went on to practice at a medical facility for 2 years, followed by working as a RN at ECMC’s psychiatric emergency room for 7 years. While working as an RN, she attended D’youville, obtained a master's degree as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, followed by board certification. As a nurse practitioner, she worked on an Assertive Community Treatment team, serving the community on a mobile unit, as well as working in a clinic setting, serving clients 13+.

Her clinical experience ranged from ages 4 – 95 years of age. She has specialized in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and those with psychotic illness, in addition to clients with coexistent substance use disorders.

Jenna Carroll is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a wealth of experience across diverse healthcare settings. Her journey began at the University of Alabama, where she earned a Bachelors of Psychology with a specialization in Drug and Alcohol Use. Building on this foundation, Jenna pursued her Bachelors in Nursing through Niagara University's Accelerated Nursing Program, achieving her RN, BSN.

Her career as a nurse specialized within the mental health sector working within various departments, from adolescents to adults and geriatrics, spending the majority of her time on the psychiatric intensive care unit. Jenna continued her education at D'Youville University, where she earned a Master's of Science in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Since then, she has made significant contributions in both inpatient hospital settings and outpatient clinics, providing compassionate and evidence-based care to her patients.

Jenna is known for her expertise, empathy, and dedication to improving the mental health and well-being of her patients, utilizing her extensive experience to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care.

Jody Joustra Grahn attended Alfred University in Alfred, NY for her Bachelor’s Degree where she received the Award of Top Female Senior. She continued on to get her Master’s degree at Nell Hodgkins Woodruff School of Nursing in Atlanta, GA. Jody has over 20 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner.

In her spare time, Jody enjoys cooking, spending time with her family, gardening, entertaining and baking. She makes the best pecan pie in all of WNY!

Corinna Donner is a caring and experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a decade of practice. She helps people aged four and up facing mental health challenges and medical diagnoses, offering personalized care to meet their needs. After graduating from Niagara Wheatfield High School in 2005, Corinna served in the military for 12 years, earning an Honorable Discharge in 2017.

During her military service, she pursued her BSN/MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner studies at D’Youville University. Corinna believes in treating each person with respect and dignity, focusing on their individual needs and preferences. She specializes in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, striving to reduce the stigma around mental health and ensure everyone has access to quality care.

Outside of work, Corinna is a proud wife to a North Tonawanda Firefighter and a devoted mother of four. Her dedication to her family and her patients reflect her compassionate nature and commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Jean Hayward has over 7 years of experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 17 years of healthcare experience in family practice, geriatrics, rehab and wound care. She received her Nursing Degree from Jamestown CC, her bachelor’s degree from Jacksonville University, and her master’s degree for FNP from Saint Joseph's College.

She worked fulltime as a RN charge nurse while successfully completing her degrees and become a board-certified medical provider. She earned her MBA and worked as a financial analyst/stock broker. Today, she feels fulfilment after making the change in her career to a medical provider.

When she’s not working, Jean enjoys traveling, singing, spending time with her family. She has served the church as a Eucharistic minister, early childhood religious education teacher, and an intergenerational religious education instructor. She earned her Doctor of Divinity degree and she received the St. Joseph’s service award from the Bishop of Buffalo. She is currently working on her DNP, “.. the more I know the better it will be for my patients." She believes in the words of Mark Twain, “Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.”

Jillian is a dedicated nurse practitioner with a strong background in healthcare, having worked as a registered nurse since 2011. She brings years of experience to her new role, with a career that spans across Buffalo and Rochester. Passionate about patient care, Jillian has honed her clinical skills in various settings, always striving to provide compassionate and effective treatment.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her daughter, baking, and hiking, embracing a balanced life that nurtures both her personal and professional well-being.

Prashant Sharma is a skilled physician assistant who brings dedication and expertise to patient care across a diverse age range. With a focus on addressing both acute and chronic health conditions, Prashant is committed to fostering a compassionate and supportive environment for each patient.

His approach emphasizes empathy, ensuring that all patients feel heard and respected as they navigate their healthcare journeys. Prashant's dedication to improving patient outcomes makes him an invaluable part of the healthcare team.

Amanda Fajardo is an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Daemen University. During her training, she gained extensive clinical experience in primary care settings. Her approach emphasizes delivering compassionate care that aligns with each individual's goals and values.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, children and their golden retriever. She is proud to be a part of the Som Medical Practice team, and to partner with patients to maintain optimal health and quality of life.

Cheryl Patterson Reeves was born and raised in Medina, NY, with deep family roots in Orleans County. She pursued her college education at Eastern Mennonite College in Harrisonburg, VA, before beginning her career as a counselor at a domestic violence shelter in Sterling, Illinois. Cheryl later moved to Iowa City, Iowa, where she worked as a research assistant and married her husband, who was raised there. She graduated from the University of Iowa College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program and went on to practice internal medicine in Davenport, Iowa, where her son Jake was born.

Cheryl later moved to Harper, Iowa, a small town of 120 people, working in internal medicine and family practice clinics. During this time, her daughter was born in Ottumwa, Iowa. In 2016, she returned to Medina, NY, to care for her mother. Since then, Cheryl has worked locally and at the Pine Ridge Indian Health Service hospital, an experience she found deeply rewarding.

Johnna Coleman graduated from Holly High School in 1999 then left for the US Navy as a hospital Corpsman. After returning home in 2010, she attended D’Youville College for her BSN/MSN Family Nurse Practitioner. After graduation, she worked at Southtowns Pediatrics for 3 years, Grand Island Family Practice for 2 years, then started at Niagara Primary Care and Urgent Care in 2021.

She resides in the Southtowns with her family and enjoys working out, singing, and reading anything non-fiction.

Julie Stoddard started her nursing career in 2014 as a dialysis nurse. She then became a charge nurse while simultaneously continuing her education by receiving a Masters degree in Nursing Education.

She then spent 7 years as a travel nurse, providing patient care in dialysis clinics and hospitals all across the country, including Hawaii and Alaska.

Wanting to help her patients more, she acquired her advanced nurse practitioner degree in 2021 and received her first position at a small clinic in Honolulu, Hawaii. There she trained under a doctor trained in Holistic treatments. She has a passion for helping patients with chronic conditions such as weight loss and diabetes.

Her family decided to relocate to her birth state of New York, where they recently purchased an old farm. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two kids traveling and going on hikes. She also has a love for movies and books.

Dr. Santanu Som is a highly skilled and experienced board-certified family medicine physician. He has a diverse background, having worked as a hospitalist, in general surgery, in emergency medicine, along with other specialties. He is originally from India and has since become a citizen of the United States.

In his personal life, Dr. Som is a proud parent of twin children, a boy and a girl. In his spare time, he enjoys both working and watching movies. Overall, Dr. Som is a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is dedicated to providing the highest level of care to his patients.