Our Professional Staff

Kenneth N. Panitch, MD

Kenneth N. Panitch, MD

Dr. Panitch has served as medical director of Advocare Grove Family Medical Associates for more than a decade. Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Panitch provides prevention-based health care for the entire family. He has been recognized by the Courier-Post as one of Southern New Jersey's Top Doctors. Dr. Panitch also serves as clinical instructor of family medicine at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, where he completed his residency and fellowship. He is a graduate of Case Western Reserve Medical School.

Melissa A. Bauer Sheldon, DO

Melissa A. Bauer Sheldon, DO

Dr. Bauer Sheldon is board certified in family medicine and has special expertise in gynecologic and women's health, skin care, adolescents, and adult care. A graduate of the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) School of Osteopathy, Dr. Bauer Sheldon completed her residency at Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center.

Bernice L. Clark, MSN, CRNP

Bernice L. Clark, MSN, CRNP

Ms. Clark is a board certified family nurse practitioner with more than 20 years of clinical experience in managing all aspects of family medical care. Her expertise includes gynecology and women's health, adolescent issues, nutrition, and preventive care. She earned her bachelor's and master's degrees at Temple University and a post-master's certificate in family medicine nursing at Thomas Jefferson University.