Ability Beyond is pleased to announce an expansion to its medical leadership structure with the appointment of dedicated Medical Directors for its Connecticut and New York programs, effective October 1. 

In New York, Claudia Lampel, MD will serve as Medical Director for Ability Beyond’s New York operations. Dr. Lampel is already familiar to many within the organization through her work in Ability Beyond’s New York clinics and her longstanding support of the people served by the organization. Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with a subspecialty certification in Pediatric Rehabilitation, Dr. Lampel brings more than three decades of rehabilitation medicine experience to the role. 

In Connecticut, Stephen Kelly, DO, of StationMD, will provide Medical Director support and oversight for Ability Beyond’s Connecticut programs. StationMD has partnered with Ability Beyond for several years, providing urgent care services across numerous programs. Dr. Kelly earned his medical degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed his emergency medicine training and fellowship in International Emergency Medicine at Tufts Baystate Medical Center, and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

“For many years, Ability Beyond has been fortunate to work with highly skilled, compassionate physicians who have always placed the people we support at the center of their care,” said Jane Davis, Chief Executive Officer of Ability Beyond. “We are grateful for the dedication and expertise Dr. Robert Bonwetsch has provided throughout his tenure as Medical Director. As we expand this role, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Claudia Lampel and Dr. Stephen Kelly to our medical leadership team. This expanded structure will allow us to better support the growing number of people we serve while providing focused clinical leadership in both Connecticut and New York.” 

Ability Beyond also extends its sincere gratitude to Dr. Robert Bonwetsch for his 14 years of service as Medical Director. His expertise, guidance, and commitment to person-centered care have had a lasting impact on the organization and the people it supports. Ability Beyond thanks Dr. Bonwetsch for his many contributions and wishes him continued success in the future. 

This expansion of Ability Beyond’s medical leadership structure reflects the organization’s continued commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services and clinical oversight. With dedicated Medical Directors serving Connecticut and New York, Ability Beyond is well positioned to meet the needs of a growing population while ensuring focused support and collaboration in each state.