Dr. Robert S. Knight, MD opened the doors of Plumtree Family Health Center in 1991 and has demonstrated his devotion to the health of our community since, fostering trusting relationships with his patients for over thirty years. An alumnus of Howard University, Dr. Knight is a board-certified family physician passionate about preventative medicine and maintaining optimal quality of life and longevity for his patients. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his two sons, golfing, listening to jazz, and cooking.
Lindsey Kruk, PA-C is a physician assistant who has been a longstanding provider at Plumtree, serving the local community for over thirteen years. She graduated in 2006 from King’s College. In the workplace, Lindsey values her relationships with her patients. She is passionate about mental health and supporting patients in achieving their health and wellness goals. Lindsey resides in Harford County with her husband, daughter, and dog. In her spare time, she enjoys making family memories, listening to all types of music and reading.
Adedayo (Dayo) Akinlofa, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC is both a family and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who joined the Plumtree team in 2024. Her graduate studies were completed at Simmons University and UMass Global. Dayo’s experience treating adult and pediatric populations as well as those with mental health needs has been an asset to optimizing her patients’ health. She resides in Harford County with her husband, three children, and one puppy. She enjoys family, traveling, and reading when she finds time.
Jennifer DiFatta, MSN, AGPCNP-BC (not pictured), is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner. She began her nursing career 20 years ago, serving patients across the Baltimore Metro area in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care, she specializes in chronic disease management and preventive health for individuals of all backgrounds. Jennifer earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Notre Dame of Maryland University and her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. She is nationally certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and is an active member of the American Nurses Association.Outside of her clinical practice, Jennifer is a proud mother of two boys, enjoys family time, and loves the outdoors.
Who are PA and NPs?
Both physician assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs) are master’s prepared healthcare providers who diagnose, treat, and prescribe in all medical specialties. The main difference between them is that physician assistants study general medicine, while nurse practitioners study advanced practice nursing in a specified population.
Office manager: Danielle Wheeler (not pictured)
Billing manager: Christina Markel (not pictured)
Front desk personnel: Shannon, Katelyn, Lauren, Addy
Medical Assistants: Ashley, Helena (not pictured) Sam (not pictured)