Meet Our Doctors & Staff

Robert A. Garwood, MD

Dr. Garwood joined the RMH medical staff in 2007. He earned his medical degree from the Penn State University College of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Virginia. Dr. Garwood also completed a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery from the University of Virginia. He is board certified in general surgery.

Gene D. Branum, MD

Since 2001 Dr. Branum has been a part of the RMH Medical Staff. He received his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine. Both his internship and residency were completed at Duke University Hospital. Dr. Branum is a board certified general surgeon.

Bonnie Paine, PA-C
Physician Assistant–Certified

Bonnie has returned to the Harrisonburg area after working in Charleston, West Virginia for a comprehensive weight loss clinic, Medabolix, Inc. She attended Radford University, earning a bachelor of science degree in biology before completign the physician assistant (PA) program at James Madison University.

Amy Herman
Practice Manager, RMH Surgical Clinic

Amy holds a bachelor of science degree in nutrition from Bridgewater College. She has worked with RMH surgical patients for 20 years and has been involved in many aspects of total surgical patient care. She has worked closely with Harrisonburg Surgical Associates physicians to provide optimal customer service while attending to the needs of both patients and their families.

Dwynn M. Stovall
Bariatric Navigator

Dwynn has been involved in medical and surgical patient care for 22 years.  As the bariatric navigator, she works one-on-one with each patient, coordinating the patient's care through the preoperative processes, insurance authorizations and postoperative care.

Elise Sinagra, MS, RD
Outpatient Dietitian

Registered dietitian Elise has worked in the nutrition field for more than 30 years, guiding people to make healthier food and lifestyle choices. At RMH, Elise sees outpatients with a variety of problems such as diabetes, obesity, digestive problems and eating disorders. She is certified by the American Dietetic Association in adult weight management and enjoys helping people meet their weight management goals.