PennCare®-Adolescent and Young Adult Associates

PennCare®-Adolescent and Young Adult Associates is a unique medical practice that focuses solely on the needs of young women and men ages 12 to 30. It is primary care offered in a comprehensive manner with a full understanding of the physical and psychological changes associated with the transition to adulthood. Janice K. Hillman, MD, FACP and Mercedes Timko, MD, are an outstanding team with a wealth of experience in providing health care services to teens and young adults.

When patients visit the practice, they are assured that the visit is strictly confidential. Patients decide whether they would like their parents to attend the visit. Some prefer to be accompanied by one or both parents/guardians, but it is entirely up to the patients.

To schedule an appointment call 610-902-2450 or 800-789-PENN (7366).

Patients should bring:

• A copy of their medical records for the first visit. Patients can obtain their records by contacting their previous primary care provider.
• Co-payment and insurance information.

Services
Primary Care

• Diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses
• Physicals for school, sports camp and college
• Driver's license exam and work physicals
• Immunizations
• Health care services for college students

Reproductive Care

• Pelvic exams, including the first exam
• Evaluation for irregular or missed periods
• Birth control counseling and services
• Emergency contraception
• Evaluation for sexually transmitted diseases
• Routine gynecological examinations
• Male contraception

Specialty Care

• Eating disorders
• Managing and coordinating care for chronic illness, stress, depression or anxiety
• Drug and alcohol use
• Smoking cessation
• Managing conflicts with parents, siblings, teachers and peers

The Team
PennCare®-Adolescent and Young Adult Associates has an outstanding team with experience in providing health care services to teens and young adults.

Janice K. Hillman, MD, FACP,
is one of only a few internists in the United States board certified in both internal medicine and adolescent medicine. She is a graduate of Cornell University Medical College and completed her residency in internal medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Hillman has been recognized by Philadelphia magazine as a "Top Doc" in adolescent medicine for more than 10 years.

Mercedes Timko, MD,
received her medical degree from Drexel University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Abington Memorial Hospital. She received The Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award and was named the 2009 Abington Women's Board Scholar during her residency. She enjoys working with adolescent and young adults as they take responsibility for their health.

Elizabeth Rainville, PA-C,
completed her undergraduate work at Johns Hopkins University and completed the physician assistant program at Drexel University. She worked in primary care for several years, during which she especially enjoyed working with teenagers and young adults. Elizabeth specializes in developing health and wellness strategies for lifelong health.

Carrie Santoro, PA-C,
received her bachelors degree in psychology from Villanova University. She completed the physician assistant program at Drexel University and received awards for excellence including the Pennsylvania Society for Physician Assistants Leadership Award. Carrie spent nine years in family practice, pediatrics and adolescent medicine. She especially enjoys working with teens and young adults with chronic medical conditions and has a strong interest in female health issues.

How to Find the Practice
PennCare®-Adolescent and Young Adult Associates is located at Penn Medicine Radnor, 250 King of Prussia Road, Radnor, PA 19087. Free parking is available.

610-902-2450 or 800-789-PENN
610-902-2466 (fax)

Office Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am to 8 pm
Friday: 8:30 am to 5 pm
Saturday: 8 am to noon

Other On-site Services
Penn Medicine Radnor provides the services of nearly 30 Penn specialties, including dermatology, oncology services, radiology, lab services, orthopaedics, pulmonary medicine, ophthalmology and many others.