Our Team

Carolann graduated from Porter and Chester and received her Registered Medical Assistant Certification in 1996 and has remained a member in good standing since that time. Her specific area of expertise is orthopaedics and has been a medical assistant in that specialty for over 12 years. Carolann works primarily with Dr. Mariani but always is ready and willing to assist the other providers as needed.

Karen graduated from Naugatuck Valley Community College in 1975 with an Associate Degree in Science and became a licensed radiology technologist. She specializes in orthopaedics and we’re fortunate that she’s been with Waterbury Orthopaedic Associates for over 20 years!

Kathy started working in healthcare 36 years ago where she was employed at Winsted Hospital, primarily in orthopaedics. She has been with Waterbury Orthopaedic Associates for 13 years and is cross trained in many areas of our practice. She is the Medical Assistant working with Dr. Rodin but you might find her stepping in to assist with other tasks when called upon.

Marie has 35 years in the medical field and has worked in different specialties. She received her Registered Medical Assistant Certification from Stone School of Business in 1978 and has been with Waterbury Orthpaedic Associates since 2006. Marie is the medical assistant for Dr. Olson and Alan Houle, PA which requires her to be a muli-tasker and very efficient. She always keeps things moving.

Pam is a healthcare executive with over 30 years of experience in practice management, business development and compliance. She is a Certified Medical Compliance Officer and was appointed by the governor to serve as a public member of the Connecticut Medical Examining Board. She is challenged daily by the constantly changing healthcare landscape and the goal to continually keep patients the primary focus of Waterbury Orthopaedic Associates.

Patrice graduated from Branford Hall Career Institute where she received her Registered Medical Assistant Certification in 2017. She started working in healthcare 16 years ago as a Certified Nurse Aid. Primarily in skilled facilities, she’s been working as a medical Assistant to Dr. Dennis Rodin @ Waterbury Orthopedic Associates for over a year, but is always willing and ready to assist the other providers when needed.

Robyn joined the Waterbury Orthopaedic team in 1995 upon completion of her Bachelors in Communications and Human Relations from Western Connecticut State University. Her years of experience in the practice have enabled her to provide extensive leadership and support. As Practice Administrator her focus is on organizational growth while providing exceptional quality Orthopaedic care to the community in an evolving healthcare environment.