Doctors & Providers

Helen M. Torok, M.D., is the Medical Director for the Dermatology & Surgery Center at Trillium Creek. Dr. Torok, a nationally noted, board-certified dermatologist, has been practicing medicine for over twenty-five years. She is considered an expert both in medical and cosmetic Dermatology, earning an excellent reputation in her specialty: diagnosing and treating disorders of the skin, hair, and nails. She is also known for her expertise in lip enhancement, providing full, gorgeous lips to the delight of her cosmetic patients.

Dr. Torok earned her Doctorate at Ohio State University and completed her residency in Dermatology at Case Western Reserve University. She has authored numerous articles in skin disorders and has been published in many respected medical journals.

Dr. Torok leads the Trillium Creek medical staff in treating patients using state-of-the-art technology. As experts in research and patient education, our staff is knowledgeable in the exciting breakthroughs in skin care and repair that can improve the health and appearance of your skin.

Leonard J. Torok, M.D., is the medical director for Ohio Holistic Medicine. He is board-certified in Holistic and Homeopathic Medicine, as well as in Orthopedic Surgery.

After many years spent studying Holistic Medicine and Homeopathy, Dr. Torok gave up his successful Orthopedic practice to devote himself full-time to helping patients with natural and holistic therapies.

Dr. Toroks background in Holistic Medicine is extensive, having completed training in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Sound Therapy, Neurotherapy, Hypnosis, Behavioral Medicine, Electrodermal Screening, Craniosacral Therapy, Somatoemotional Release and Advanced Homeopathy.

His interest in natural healing began at Wadsworth Rittman Hospital. As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Torok saw many patients with severe pain. When traditional therapies failed, Dr. Torok sent them to Dr. Pat Mok, an Anesthesiologist on staff who also happened to be trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine. When acupuncture produced remarkable results, Dr. Torok became interested in discovering other non-traditional therapies that could truly help patients.

In addition to his extensive studies, Dr. Torok has presented numerous lectures both to physicians and the public. Among his topics are The Philosophy of Homeopathic Medicine, Homeopathy in the Continuum of Subtle Energy, The Diagnosis and Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Introduction to Holistic Medicine, Losing Weight Naturally, Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy, Chinese Medicine: Ear Acupuncture and Gua Sha Therapy, The Tones of Tinnitus, and many more.

Dr. Toroks unique standing as a traditional M.D. and a board-certified Homeopathic Practitioner enable him to expertly recommend the correct homeopathic and holistic treatments to complement a patient's traditional medical therapy. While traditional therapies seek to ease suffering caused by symptoms, natural healing works on a slower and steady basis to eventually eliminate the cause of the problem itself.

Patrick M. Killian, M.D., is a Mohs Cancer Surgeon and board-certified Dermatologist skilled in all aspects of dermatological care. He serves as Mohs Cancer Surgeon at Trillium Creek Dermatology & Surgery Center.

As a forward-thinking scholar, Dr. Killian began developing an interest in Mohs Surgery early in his medical career. After obtaining his Doctorate from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1999, Dr. Killian quickly joined the American Academy of Dermatology, the Ohio Dermatological Association and the Central Ohio Dermatological Society.

Dr. Killian completed his internship in 2000 in the Department of Internal Medicine at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. From 2000-2003 he served as a resident in the Division of Dermatology at Ohio State University and completed a fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery in 2004 at the Skin Cancer Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.

A noted authority on Mohs Surgery, Dr. Killian has authored several publications and lectures to colleagues on a variety of dermatology topics. He has received many honors including Salutatorian at University of Notre Dame where he received his undergraduate degree, and honors standing throughout medical school.

His volunteer experience is significant and includes skin cancer screenings for many groups and organizations as well as campaigning to students on the hazards of smoking.

Dr. Killian was born and raised in Akron, Ohio. He is married to Dr. Valerie Killian and they have three daughters. Dr. Killian's personal interests are family, cooking, golf, tennis and travel.

Erika Kimble, RN, BSN, MA, MS, CNP, is a board certified nurse practitioner, with a foundation in Family Practice and specialization in Dermatology.

She graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s in nursing, and then pursued a career as a nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. While working as a NICU nurse, she decided to further her education and received a scholarship for study at The Ohio State University, for a Masters degree in family practice. In addition to completing a Master’s as a nurse practitioner, a love for writing, compelled her to obtain a Master’s in Journalism & Communications, with a focus on health communications. This educational preparation has allowed pursuit of her interest in medicine, as well as, hopeful authorship in children’s health literature. Erika has been working in the medical field since 2003, and has found her niche in dermatology. She has experience in diagnosing and treating common dermatological conditions, surgical procedures, and laser hair removal.

For leisurely pursuits, Erika is fond of writing, cooking, traveling, and being with her husband and children.

Judy Yetzer, RN, BSN, MSN, CNP, graduated from the University of Akron with her Master of Science degree in nursing. Currently, she is attending Case Western Reserve University, where she will obtain a post graduate degree in family practice. She received her Bachelors of Science degree in nursing from The Ohio State University.

Judy has been a nurse for 23 years in various clinical settings including pediatric intensive care, coronary intensive care, emergency care, outpatient clinics, and most recently, radiation oncology. She is eager to work in dermatology, focusing on the goal of providing preventive skin care.

Judy’s passion in caring for people spills over into her volunteer work. For over seven years, she and her husband, Jerry, have spent time visiting sick and homebound members of their parish. She is a volunteer for the American Heart Association. She teaches basic life support to members of non-professional groups as well as healthcare providers. She is also a member of the Altar and Rosary Society and assists with various volunteer activities for the organization.

Judy is a member of two professional organizations, The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and Northeast Ohio Nurse Practitioners.

Francine Johns, P.A.-C., has been a Certified Physician Assistant for over twenty years. She obtained her degree from Bayley Seton Hospital in Staten Island, New York, where she first worked as a birthing instructor. She then worked as a Certified Physician Assistant for ten years.

Francine began working for Dr. Helen Torok in 2000 when she moved to Ohio with her husband. She performs a wide range of procedures, and has advanced training in the specialized area of laser hair removal.

Francine is married to Larry Johns and has two daughters, Tessa and Brittany. She said being a "people person" by nature makes it easy for patients to open up to her, helping her do the best job possible in providing outstanding care and service.

Richard Schwartz, M.D., is a board-certified Pathologist skilled in clinical and anatomic Dermatopathology.

Dr. Schwartz was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He received his Bachelors of Science in Biology at Dickinson College in Pennsylvania, after which he was accepted into the University of Pittsburgh, where he received his Doctorate of Medicine.

Dr. Schwartz completed his internship in the Department of Internal Medicine at Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh. He served as a resident in the Clinical and Anatomic Pathology Department at the University of Colorado Medical Center in Denver, Colorado.

Dr. Schwartz is an Assistant Professor at the Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine and has been teaching there since 1978. He is also involved with many professional organizations such as the American Society of Dermatopathology, American Society of Clinical Pathologists, and the Ohio State Medical Association.