Our Team
David A. Celko, M.D.
Dr. Celko is the Medical Director at Lungs at Work. Dr. Celko has been treating the miners at Lung at Work since the clinic was founded in 2002. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and has been a practicing pulmonologist for many years.
Deanna Lyn Istik, Esquire
Attorney Deanna Lyn Istik became the Chief Executive Officer of Lungs at Work in 2024. She represents coal miners in their black lung claims. Deanna, a native of Grindstone, PA, earned her law degree at Western Michigan University School of Law. Her family has a history of coal mining and she is excited to work on behalf of coal miners. Deanna is detail oriented and will ensure that every case is thoroughly reviewed and provided the time and attention it deserves. Deanna’s email address is: deanna@lungsatworkpa.org
Monica Gross, RRT
Monica, a Registered Respiratory Therapist, joined the Lungs at Work team in 2023. Monica in our Patient Care Coordinator & Office Coordinator and ensures that our clinic remains up-to-date with the latest standards, tests, and equipment. She performs Pulmonary Testing, oxygen screenings, and education for the miners at our clinic. She works closely with our Respiratory Therapist, Benefits Counselor, and Attorney to ensure that miners receive the quality testing and representation they deserve. Monica’s email address is: monica@lungsatworkpa.org
Diana Wilhelm, RRT
Diana is one of our Respiratory Therapists and has been with Lungs at Work since 2018. She is a Registered Respiratory Therapist. She performs Pulmonary Testing, oxygen screenings, and education for the miners at our clinic. She is knowledgeable about about the the federal black lung benefits process and ensures that miners receive quality testing to aid in determining disability. Diana’s email address is: diana@lungsatworkpa.org
Laura Radcliffe
Laura joined the Lungs at Work team in 2024 as the Front Office Administrator. Her responsibilities include scheduling appointments, completing patient registrations, addressing inquires, and maintaining patient records. She further assists miners by processing their claims and ensuring that forms are properly submitted to the Department of Labor. Laura’s email address is: laura@lungsatworkpa.org
Donna Earnest
Donna became the Benefits Counselor for Lungs at Work in 2024. She assists miners and their families with filing applications for Federal Black Lungs benefits, answering their questions and assisting them with navigating the claims process. She works closely with Deanna in developing evidence for claims and responding to legal correspondence. Donna can be reached by email at donna@lungsatworkpa.org
Melanie Glagola, B.S.B.A.
Melanie joined the Lungs at Work team in 2007 and is the Executive Director of Operations. She works closely with Deanna on the day-to-day operation of the clinic as well as assisting with legal correspondence and many other tasks. Melanie’s email address is: melanie@lungsatworkpa.org