Our Team
Emily Kalberer
Senior Nurse Practitioner
Emily Kalberer is a Board-Certified Adult-Gerontology Senior Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) with the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Northwell Health. Emily completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Molloy College and later returned to earn her Master's Degree in Nursing. Emily received her board certification from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Emily has extensive clinical experience working as a registered nurse in the Cardiothoracic ICU and Coronary Care Unit. Her experience in the Cardiothoracic ICU led her to obtain a role as a Nurse Practitioner in Thoracic Surgery at Northwell Health. Emily earned her RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assist) certification from the National Institute of First Assisting. Emily has extensive experience working in Plastic Surgery and caring for patients before, during, and after their surgery. Dr. Tanna and Emily share the same philosophy in that patient care should be individualized and tailored to fit the entire spectrum of a patient's needs. Emily's unique combination of experience, knowledge, and personal attention to detail is what enables her to provide exceptional and compassionate patient care to each and every one of her patients.
Peyton Law, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Peyton is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C, MSPAS) with the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Northwell Health. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of South Carolina Honors College with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. She then earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2025. Peyton takes pride in improving the patient experience by fostering a safe, compassionate environment where patients feel empowered to share both their concerns and goals. She enjoys providing individualized care that addresses each patient's unique needs during their surgical journey. She assists Dr. Tanna in the operating room and collaborates with the care team to manage pre-operative and post-operative care. As a Chicago native, she enjoys running and exploring different parks and neighborhoods around New York in her free time and is also a proud Chicago Bears fan.
Marie Roantree
Nurse Practitioner
Marie Roantree is a passionate and devoted Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with the Center for Prevention of Women’s Hereditary Cancer at Northwell Health. Marie, along with other key experts at Northwell, is part of the surgical team helping women with genetic predispositions to breast and ovarian cancer navigate their risk-reducing surgical care. Marie obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Thomas Jefferson University (TJU). After gaining nursing experience in multiple fields such as oncology, emergency and post-surgical recovery, Marie returned to TJU and obtained her Masters in Family Nurse Practitioner. Marie has a deep appreciation of the courage it takes to proceed with risk reducing surgery, allowing personalized care options throughout the decision-making process before and after surgery.
Alana Cardona
Senior Executive Assistant
Alana Cardona is the Senior Executive Assistant to Dr. Tanna. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Rhode Island and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology at Arizona State University. Alana provides executive and administrative support while helping oversee the day-to-day operations of the practice. She works closely with patients, physicians, and staff to coordinate scheduling, streamline communication, and ensure a seamless, patient-centered experience at every stage of care. Dedicated to exceptional service, she strives to create a welcoming, organized, and compassionate environment for every patient and family. Through her graduate studies, Alana is building expertise in leadership, organizational effectiveness, and employee motivation. She is passionate about applying these principles to enhance workplace efficiency, strengthen team collaboration, and support organizational growth, all while elevating both the employee and patient experience.
Hannah Love
Surgical Scholar
Hannah Love serves as the current Surgical Scholar with Dr. Tanna and the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Northwell Health. She joins the team after graduating cum laude from the University of Chicago with a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences and a minor in Visual Arts. As this year’s Surgical Scholar, Hannah brings extensive experience in clinical research and public health programming. Her interests in surgical innovation and the relationship between form, function, and identity motivate her to pursue a career in academic surgery. During her gap year, Hannah is contributing to clinical research projects alongside faculty, residents, and medical students, exploring surgical techniques, outcomes, and approaches to patient education. What excites her most about the Surgical Scholar program is the opportunity to learn how surgeons advance patient autonomy throughout the full course of care, from initial consultation and surgical planning to long-term follow-up. Hannah looks forward to learning from Northwell’s healthcare team and contributing to the field of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery through collaborative research and patient education initiatives. Learn more about the Surgical Scholar Program at Northwell Health.
Louis Cutignola
Billing & Account Specialist
Louis Cutignola is Dr. Tanna’s account representative and manages billing inquires and the insurance authorization process. He has been in the medical profession for many years and has worked specifically in the plastic surgery field. His focus is in the attention to detail with an emphasis on accurate and timely clearance for patients to move forward with surgery. Louis is committed to assisting patients obtain detailed information through the authorization, claims, and appeals processes. It is his intention to provide education and understanding so our patients understand the full scope of what their benefits and billing entail.
