Support a Surgical Health Mission Trip

Vincent Scarpinato, MD, FACS, MBA

President

Dr. Scarpinato is the Senior Medical Director for the Department of Surgery at Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. Originally from New York, he is a General Surgeon specializing in breast cancer care. He is an Alpha Omega Alpha graduate of New York Medical College and is proud to have trained at St. Vincent's Hospital in New York City. He feels privileged to be part of the organization

Nick Erlenwein, BSN,RN,CNOR

Vice President

Nick has been in surgery for 20 years. He began his career as a Surgical Technician in 2006, earned his Nursing degree in 2011, Bachelors in Nursing, and then earned his CNOR(Certified Nurse of the Operating Room). He loves surgery and the challenge it presents as a career. Caring for people has always been a passion for Nick and Hands and Hearts for Christ is another opportunity to help people in need. In December of 2019 Nick participated in a week long spiritual/medical mission trip to The Dominican Republic. In March of 2025 He was a member of the team that traveled to Antigua Guatemala and donated Surgical Services to Antigua Residents and the surrounding communities. Along with surgery and mission work Nick has several other passions in life such as his faith in God, his family, Singing, Music, Hunting, Fishing, and generally just enjoying each God given moment of life. Nick is so excited to participate again this year in the Antigua, Guatemala Surgical Mission Trip of August 2025! He is so thankful for this opportunity and wants you to know any and all contributions provider will be so appreciated and used wisely to help improve the lives of the Residents of Guatamala! We pray he will bless each and every human on earth! For here am I, send me. Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 Jeremiah 29:11 

Kaitlynn Adkins, BSN,RN

Treasurer

Kaitlynn has been a Registered Nurse for 7 years and currently serves as a Team Leader in the Surgery Department. She is passionate about providing high-quality patient care and supporting her team in creating a positive, efficient surgical environment. Outside of work, Kaitlynn loves spending time with her husband, daughter, and their two dogs. She also enjoys reading, watching movies, and traveling the world.

Lydia Butler, CST

Secretary

Lydia has been a Certified Surgical Technologist for three years and has been working in the operating rooms since then. She prioritizes patient advocacy to ensure that each individual receives the best care possible. When she's not working, Lydia spends most of her time with her husband and their fur-babies. They keep busy being active outdoors and traveling, but love to settle down for a good movie or series. She also enjoys cooking and baking.