Our Staff

Dr. Mark J. Pamer, D.O.

Dr. Mark J Pamer is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and specializes in Pulmonary Diseases, Critical Care and Internal Medicine.

Mark J. Pamer, D.O. has been in private practice in Port Saint Lucie since 2009. He founded the practice with a simple belief that everyone deserves access to high quality care and to be able to sit and talk with the doctor about their health care. A native of South Florida, he graduated from Palm Beach State College and holds a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from Florida Atlantic University, where he also completed his pre-med classes. He graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002 and then completed a traditional osteopathic internship at Palmetto General Hospital in 2003. He did his Internal Medicine residency at University of Florida Shands-Jacksonville in 2006 and then his pulmonary/critical care fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in 2009. Following graduation, he moved to Port Saint Lucie and started this practice.

Dr. Pamer believes in holistic care and using appropriate technology to improve diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic outcomes. He has authored or co-authored six articles in peer-reviewed journals, including the sentinel article that linked acute exacerbations of COPD to gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) in 2005. He is a consultant for pharmaceutical companies and speaks for several of them, helping to educate other physicians and health care workers on current medications and management strategies. He has been featured in the local news multiple times and is highly respected by local physicians and patients alike. He is married to Sarah Pamer, who also works at the office as a Respiratory Therapist. Together they have six children. He enjoys spending time with his family, live music, RV trips and the outdoors, teaching, and learning.

Sara V. Notman-Michel, PA-C, RRT

Sara V. Notman is currently a certified Physician Assistant and registered Respiratory Therapist. She has worked alongside Dr. Mark Pamer since January 2019.

Sara V. Notman-Michel, PA-C, RRT is currently a certified Physician Assistant and registered Respiratory Therapist. She has worked alongside Dr. Mark Pamer since January 2019. She graduated from Keiser University-Fort Lauderdale in December 2018 with her Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Health Education at the University of Florida—Cum Laude in 2015. She studied Respiratory Care at Palm Beach State College and graduated with her Associate of Science degree in 2013. Prior to becoming a Physician Assistant, Sara worked as a Respiratory Therapist at local hospitals in Palm Beach County, where she trained mainly in adult and pediatric emergency medicine and critical care.

Sara is a lifelong south Florida native. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, taking her Labrador retriever, Carolina, to the dog park, online shopping, watching crime TV, college football (Go Gators!), and spending time doing outdoors activities.

Sarah Pamer, RRT, RPFT

Sarah Pamer is a Registered Respiratory Therapist and Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist with over 19 years of experience.

Sarah Pamer, RRT, RPFT is a Registered Respiratory Therapist and Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist with over 19 years of experience. She graduated from Indian River State College in 2001 with her Associate of Science degree in Respiratory Care. She then obtained specialized training and passed both her Certification and Registration exams in pulmonary function testing. Sarah worked at Lawnwood Regional Medical Center in Fort Pierce, Florida for 16 years. She worked as a staff respiratory therapist covering all areas of the hospital, then as a Cardiopulmonary staff supervisor and Blood Gas and Pulmonary Function Lab supervisor. She was also involved in maintaining hospital wide safety and quality standards. Sarah first joined Mark J. Pamer, DO, LLC in 2011 to open the diagnostics lab and start the Pulmonary Rehabilitation program. She resumed her hospital work at Lawnwood for another five years, then returned to the practice in 2017 to work alongside her husband. In addition to her respiratory care services she also operates as the office manager for Dr. Pamer’s practice.

Sarah is originally from Michigan. She moved to Stuart, Florida in 1997. She is a dedicated mother and step-mother of six children, three boys and three girls, ranging in ages that span 25 years. She enjoys nature, family game nights, and reading.

Claudia Zarrate, RRT

Claudia Zarrate, RRT, is a Registered Respiratory Therapist. She joined Mark J. Pamer, DO, LLC in August of 2022. Claudia joined the team...

Claudia Zarrate, RRT, is a Registered Respiratory Therapist. She joined Mark J. Pamer, DO, LLC in August of 2022. Claudia joined the team with over 30 years of combined experience in Physical Therapy under her belt. She speaks fluent Spanish and holds a Bachelors of Science in Physical Therapy in Colombia, South America and her Associates of Science in Respiratory Care from IRSC. Claudia’s goal is to instruct, motivate, and assist patients in combating respiratory issues. It is very important for her that her patients feel comfortable and confident in the medical office setting. Claudia is originally from Bogota, Colombia and has lived in Florida for the past 22 years. In her free time she likes cycling and outdoor sports with her husband. Her daughter Carolina works in finance, and her son Daniel practices architecture. Both live and work in New York City.

Nicole Trujillo

Nicole Trujillo, is a medical assistant at Dr. Pamer's practice. she is a Florida native who has had the unique experience of residing in Hawaii for a few years.

Nicole Trujillo is the lead Medical Assistant at Dr. Pamer's practice. She is a Florida native who has had the unique experience of residing in Hawaii for a few years. She has a background in research as well as over 11 years of experience in primary health care.

She is a mom to a 12 year old daughter and 17 year old son. Her daughter participates in competitive dance which coincides with her love for travel.

Danielle Turgeon

Danielle Turgeon is a certified Medical Assistant at Dr. Pamer’s practice. She was born in Canada, served in the U.S. Airforce and became a U.S. citizen in 1986.

Danielle Turgeon is a certified Medical Assistant at Dr. Pamer’s practice. She was born in Canada, served in the U.S. Airforce and became a U.S. citizen in 1986. She has an extensive background in Cardiology and Internal Medicine and over 30 years in Medical Office Management. Danielle enjoys spending time with her twin daughters and hairless cats.

Evelynn Morrissette

Evelyn Morrissette is a certified medical assistant and a Keiser University graduate. She was originally born in Germany...

Evelynn Morrissette, is a certified medical assistant and Keiser University graduate. She was originally born in Germany but has spent most of her life growing up in Florida. She has over 12 years experience in the medical field with ear, nose, and throat care as her specialty. While at Dr. Pamer's office, she enjoys performing PFT (pulmonary function testing) because "it really allows her to help find answers for people".

Evelynn describes herself as a "kind, caring person who like to help others". When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, their corgipups, and participating in a bowling league.

Lovelie Joseph

Lovelie Joseph, is a practicing medical assistant who has been in the medical field since 2015. She was born in Haiti, moved to the United States...

Lovelie Joseph, is a practicing medical assistant who has been in the medical field since 2015. She was born in Haiti, moved to the United States when she was 16, and grew up primarily in Orlando. She now resides in Port St. Lucie and is a mom of 4, including a set of twins.

Her medical experience includes work as a CNA as well as staffing coordinator. In Lovelie’s free time, she enjoys cosmetology and styling hair. She says she chose the medical profession because she likes helping others.

Rebecca L. Gould, MSC, CCC-SLP, BRS-S

Rebecca L. Gould is the Director/Owner of MedSpeech Inc, Medical Speech-Language Pathologists
of the Palm...

Rebecca L. Gould, MSC, CCC-SLP, BRS-S is the Director/Owner of MedSpeech Inc, Medical Speech-Language Pathologists of the Palm Beaches. She has over 30 years of Medical Speech Language Pathology experience, directing and developing programs in every aspect of SLP service delivery. Her experience includes Director of a Speech Clinic in Fort Walton Beach from 1981-1989, Supervisor of Speech Services at St. Mary’s Hospital from 1990-1995, and Vice-president of Continuing Education for FLASHA 1991-1993 and charter board certified swallowing specialist 2005-present. Rebecca is also actively involved with the American Speech Language & Hearing Association, and voice and swallowing special interest groups. Her specialties include speech language pathology, airway disorders, neurogenic disorders, videostroboscopy, fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing, dysphagia, voice disorders, dysarthria, language disorders, cognition, aphasia, and laryngectomy.

Rebecca enjoys running, Zumba, and being active in her community

Claudia Powell, RN

Claudia Powell, RN, is a Registered Nurse who specializes in oncology and IV therapy nursing. She joined Mark J. Pamer, DO, LLC in May 2022...

Claudia Powell, RN, is a Registered Nurse who specializes in oncology and IV therapy nursing. She joined Mark J. Pamer, DO, LLC in May 2022. Claudia obtained her nursing degree from Reading Hospital School of Nursing in 2010. She is planning to further her education at Indian River State College. She has experience in PACU, GI, home health, geriatrics, oncology, and infusion therapy. Claudia is originally from Pennsylvania. She moved to Florida in 2018. She enjoys spending time with her daughter and playing outdoor sports.

Carmen Sturchio

Carmen Sturchio is a Medical Receptionist. She has been in the medical field for over 31 years. She worked in Medical Records...

Carmen Sturchio is a Medical Receptionist. She has been in the medical field for over 31 years. She worked in Medical Records at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Connecticut for 15 years. After moving to Florida in 2004, she worked in Medical Records at Lawnwood Regional Medical Center in Fort Pierce for two years. Since then she has worked as a Medical Receptionist in doctors’ offices. Carmen has been at Mark J. Pamer, DO, LLC since 2016.

Carmen is family-oriented and loves spending time with her children and grandchildren. She enjoys the beach, interior decorating, and traveling.

Traci Alves

Traci Alves is a Medical Receptionist. She joined Mark J. Pamer, DO, LLC in December 2019. She has over four years of medical office experience...

Traci Alves is a Medical Receptionist. She joined Mark J. Pamer, DO, LLC in December 2019. She has over four years of medical office experience. Prior to her medical office work, Traci worked as an insurance verification specialist at a medical supply company.

Traci is originally from Pennsylvania. She moved to south Florida in 1990. Traci enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.

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