Meet Our Executive Team
Each member of our team reflects our values and dedication to providing the best care, products and services to the most important part of our business — you! Get to know the executive team today by checking out their bios below.
Michael McCartney, RT (Senior Vice President of Operations)
Michael McCartney is the CEO and Owner of Respiratory Services of Western New York. He spends his days making sure that operations are running smoothly at all RSWNY locations and that our staff is meeting the highest quality standards in providing services and products to our customers. Michael is a graduate of the Respiratory Therapy Program at Mohawk Valley Community College.
Michael and his wife, Gina, have two children and one dog. He is an avid sports fan, and cheers for the Dallas Cowboys, New York Islanders, Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Lakers and St. John’s College Basketball team. Whenever he can, Michael enjoys big game hunting and volunteering his time to support local non-profit organizations.
Patti Capitani, LPN ( Vice President of Operations)
Patti Capitani has been with Respiratory Services of Western New York since 2004 and currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Sales. She received her LPN degree from Herkimer County BOCES – Practical Nursing Program. As Senior VP of Sales, Patti is responsible for new referrals with hospitals and doctor’s offices. She maintains current customer relationships and assists customer service representatives who manage ongoing client relations.
For 29 years, Patti has been meeting the needs of home care patients and has received several awards for her work in sales and customer satisfaction. Her awards include: 2000 Lincare Salesperson of the Year; 2003 Apria Highest Net Medicare Oxygen Growth Seller; 2015 Respiratory Services 31% Growth in One Year and 2018 Business First Health Care Champion Award.
In her spare time, she enjoys cheering on the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres, volunteering at nonprofits that serve individuals who battle mental illness and individuals living with drug addiction. She loves spending time with her wonderful family which includes her two children, sister and parents.
Stacey Bridges (Cheektowaga Branch Manager)
Stacey Bridges has been a medical biller in the Durable Medical field for over 15 years and currently serves as our Branch Manager. She has been an integral part Respiratory Services of WNY since 2015. She has in-depth knowledge of the various aspects of the business but specializes in medical billing. As Branch Manager, she is responsible for the day to day operations, reimbursement management, insurance guidelines, and account receivable follow up.
Stacey and her husband Corey, have two boys and two dogs. Stacey is a huge hockey fan, and loves watching and cheering on her boys! She enjoys traveling and spending time with her friends and family.
We invite you to visit one of our locations or contact us if you have any questions.
Shaylyn Green (Respiratory Therapy Manager for Respiratory Services of Western New York.)
Shaylyn Green is the Respiratory Therapy Manager for Respiratory Services of Western New York. She has been with the company since 2016 after graduating from the Respiratory Care program at Erie Community College. In the position of therapy manager Shaylyn assists in the day-to-day operation of all our patients' therapy needs, making sure each of our locations are running smoothly. Shaylyn grew up on Long Island and has now made a permanent home in Western NY. In her spare time she cares for her two rescue pets and is currently renovating her circa 1900 home. You can find her cheering on all Buffalo Sports on the weekends!- Go Bills!