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educATioN MSN, APRN, ANP - University of Nebraska Medical Center PRoFeSSioNAL MeMBeRSHiPS Nebraska Nurse Practitioners AccRediTATioN American Nurse Credentialing Center Nebraska Board of Nursing SPeciAL iNTeReSTS Chronic Health Conditions Cardiology MD 1999, University of South Dakota School of Medicine, Vermillion, SD RESIDENCY Creighton University, Omaha, NE FELLOWSHIP Cardiology - Creighton University, Omaha, NE BOARD CERTIFICATION Cardiovascular Disease and Nuclear Cardiology EDUCATION Master of Science, University of Wyoming INTERNShIpS Denver V.A. Hospital, University of Colorado Medical Center BOARD CERTIFICATION American Speech Language Hearing Association; American Academy of Audiology pROFESSIONAL INTERESTS Advanced Hearing Aid Technology EDUCATION Doctor of Chiropractic, Logan College of Chiropractic, St. Louis, Mo B.S. in Health Science, University of Nebraska Kearney TECHNIQUES Diversified, Other Techniques Available MEMBERSHIPS Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association, Secure Care of Nebraska, American Chiropractic Association SPECIAL INFORMATION Sutherland location, Acupuncture, Infants to Elderly BOARD CERTIFIED Board Certified in Acupuncture EDUCATION University of Colorado, Denver, Co; Parker College of Chiropractic, Dallas, TX TECHNIQUES Gonstead, Diversified, Pro-Adjuster SPECIAL INFORMATION Member of Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association, Secure Care of NE, and American Chiropractic Association Member All major insurance assignments accepted.
Mark A. Kripal, MS, CCC-A CERTIFIED CLINICAL AUDIOLOGIST
Fitzpatrick Office Bldg. 801 William Ave. North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3330
Rick Heirigs, M.D.
CHI Health Clinic - Cardiology 102 McNeel Lane North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-5522 F 308-534-7700
Jennifer Sterner - APRN
CHI Health Clinic - Cardiology 102 McNeel Lane North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-5522 F 308-534-7700
Curtis Dunlop, D.C. Chiropractic Life Center 1925 West A Street North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-0780 F 308-532-0785
npchiropractors@gmail.com
Jered Jorgensen, D.C.
Jorgensen Chiropractic Care 110 South Sherman Ave. North Platte, NE 69101
T (308) 534-1870 F (308) 534-1871 jorgchiro.com
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Education B.S. of Respiratory Therapy: Midland Lutheran College, Fremont, NE B.S. in Health and Wellness, Parker University College of Chiropractic, Dallas, TX Doctor of Chiropractic: Parker University College of Chiropractic, Dallas, TX Techniques Webster Pregnancy, Diversified, Activator, MC2 Professional Memberships Christian Chiropractic Association International Chiropractic Pediatric Association Epic Pediatrics Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association Secure Care of Nebraska American Chiropractic Association Special Interests Pediatrics . Pregnancy . Family Wellness
Katy Collins, D.C. Perry Family Chiropractic 402 South Jeffers North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-221-6899 F 308-221-6853 www.perryfamilychiropractic.com
DC 1988 Palmer Chiropractic College, Davenport, IA
Michael J. States, D.C., M.S. North Platte Chiropractic Care 1811 West A Street (Westfield) North Platte, NE 69101
eDuCaTion B.S. Kearney State College, M.S. University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
SPeCiaL inFoRMaTion Acupuncture, Massage, Weight Loss, Physical Fitness and Rehabilitation Specialist
T 308-534-3948
Jeff Blomstedt, DDS
EDUCATION Graduated from UNL in 2006 Graduated Doctor of Dental Surgery from University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry, 2016.
Maple Park Dental Associates, PC 521 Norris Avenue McCook, NE 69001 T 308-345-5416
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ADA, AGD
SPECIAL INTERESTS General, preventative & cosmetic surgery, Dentures & partials, Endodontics, extractions, implants
www.mapleparkdental.com
eDuCaTion University of Nebraska Medical Center: Doctor of Dental Surgery
Charles J. Boettcher, D.D.S
Charles J. Boettcher Dental 520 W. Leota North Platte, NE 69101
SpeCial inTereST General, Preventative, Restorative, Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry; Sedation Dentistry; Emergency Services; Teeth Whitening; Veneers; White Fillings; Invisalign; Myobrace®; Bridges; Crowns; Dental Cleanings & Exams; Gum Recession Treatment, TruDenta®; Root Canal Therapy; Periodontal Care; Fountain of Youth Dentures; Flexible Partials; Dental Implants.
T 308-532-8338 TF 866-608-0130 www.drboettcher.com
Kellie Hansen, D.M.D.
MD/EDUCATION University of Nebraska at Kearney Creighton University Doctor of Dental Medicine, A. T. Still University of Health Sciences: Missouri School of Dentistry and Oral Health
Phelps Family Dentistry 221 S. Jeffers Ste. #1 North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-4040 F 308-534-1087 www.phelpsdds.com
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS NDA, ADA, American Academy of Facial Esthetics
SPECIAL INTERESTS Family Dentistry, Cerec - Single visit crowns, Bridges, Sealants, Root Canal Treatment, Partials, Dentures, Cosmetic Dentistry, Veneers, GLO Whitening, Frontline TMJ & Facial Pain Therapy, Adult - Oral Conscious Sedation
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EDUCATION BS Animal Science, Biology Minor: University of NE - Lincoln 1994 Doctor of Dental Surgery: University of NE Medical Center, College of Dentistry, 1999 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ADA, NDA, American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, American Society of Dental Anesthesiology SPECIAL INTERESTS General, Preventative & Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentures & Partials, Endodontics, IV Sedation, Implants, Dental Anesthesiology, Extractions, Invisalign, Botox
Benjamin A. Lashley, DDS Maple Park Dental Associates, PC
805 South Maple Street North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-1289 F 308-534-1530 www.mapleparkdental.com
Brook Mroczek, DDS
EDUCATION Bachelor of Science UNK, UNMC College of Dentistry, Doctor of Dental Surgery
Maple Park Dental Associates, PC 805 South Maple Street North Platte, NE 69101
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ADA, AAWD
SPECIAL INTERESTS General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Single visit Cerec Crowns, Invisalign, Extractions, Dentures & Partials
T 308-534-1289 F 308-534-1530 www.mapleparkdental.com
Lindsey Pederson, DDS Maple Park Dental Associates, PC
MD/EDUCATION University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Nebraska Medical Center PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ADA, NDA SPECIAL INTEREST Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Veneers, Cerec - Single Visit Crowns, Dentures, Partials, Bridges, Sealants, Root Canals, Dental Implants
805 South Maple Street North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-1289 F 308-534-1530 www.mapleparkdental.com
EDUCATION BS Human Biology, Chemistry Minor Chadron State College - 2011 Doctor of Dental Surgery University of NE Medical Center College of Dentistry 2015 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ADA, NDA, AGD
David Perry, DDS Maple Park Dental Associates, PC
805 South Maple Street North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-1289 F 308-534-1530 www.mapleparkdental.com
American Academy of Clear Aligners International Assn. for Orthodontics SPECIAL INTERESTS
General, Preventative & Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentures & Partials, Endodontics, Extractions, Invisalign, Orthodontics, Single Visit Crowns & Bridges
Lannae Phelps, DDS
MD/EDUCATION University of Nebraska at Lincoln Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Nebraska Medical Center PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS NDA, ADA, American Association of Pediatric Dentistry SPECIAL INTERESTS Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, GLO Whitening, Progressive Orthodontics, Adult & Pediatric Conscious Sedation, Veneers, Cerec - Single Visit Crowns, Bridges, Sealants, Root Canals, Dental Implants, Dentures, Partials,
Phelps Family Dentistry 221 S. Jeffers Ste. #1 North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-4040 F 308-534-1087 www.phelpsdds.com
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EDUCATION University of Nebraska UNMC College of Dentistry
Seth Ramsay, DDS Maple Park Dental Associates, PC 2021 South E #5 Broken Bow, NE 68822 T 308-767-2004
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ADA
SPECIAL INTERESTS General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Single Visit Cerec Crowns, Root Canals, Extractions, Dentures & Partials
www.mapleparkdental.com
EDUCATION 2006 Doctor of Dental Surgery University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry RESIDENCY Pediatric Dentistry University of Nebraska Medical Center PROFESSIONAl MEMbERShIPS NDA, ADA, American Academy of Pediatric Dentists Board Certified SPECIAl INTERESTS Pediatric Dentistry, Hospital Based Dentistry, Laser Surgery/Dentistry
Jonathan Simpson, DDS
Pediatric Dental Specialists 321 East 3rd Street North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-1332 F 308-534-1446 MyPediatricDentalSpecialists.com
EDUCATION Doctor of Dental Surgery: University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Dentistry, 1986 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ADA, NDA, Academy of General Dentistry American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
David L. Swanson, DDS
Maple Park Dental Associates, PC 805 South Maple Street North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-1289 F 308-534-1530 www.mapleparkdental.com
SPECIAL INTERESTS General, Preventative & Cosmetic Dentistry,
Dentures & Partials, Extractions, Sleep Apnea & TMD, Implants
EDucaTion University of Nebraska, Lincoln University of NE Medical Center, College of Dentistry
Kate Wolford, DDS
ProFESSional MEMbErShiPS American Dental Association, Nebraska Dental Association SPEcial inTErESTS Family Dentistry, Preventative Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry Crowns, Bridges, Root Canals, Sealants, Dentures, Partials, Extractions, Whitening
Good Life Dental 302 S. Bailey Ave. North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-0427 F 308-532-9410
Daniel A. Woodburn, DDS Maple Park Dental Associates, PC
EDUCATION University of NE Medical Center, College of Dentistry
805 South Maple Street North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-1289 F 308-534-1530 www.mapleparkdental.com
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ADA, NDA, AGD
SPECIAL INTERESTS General, Preventative & Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentures & Partials, Endodontics, Extractions, Implants
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EDUCATION 2005 BS Business Administration UNK 2013 Doctor of Dental Surgery Creighton University School of Dentistry
Lindsey R. Zeboski, DDS
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ADA, NDA, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Clear Aligners - Board Member, American Orthodontic Society, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry SPECIAL INTERESTS Veneers and Cosmetic Dentistry, Laser Dentistry, Invisalign, Airway-Focused Orthodontics, Healthy Start, Crown and Bridge, Endodontics, TMJ, Restorative, Pediatrics, Implants, Dentures EDUCATION Augustana College, Rock Island, IL University of Iowa College of Dentistry University of Iowa Department of Endodontics PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS American Dental Association American Association of Endodontists Nebraska Association of Endodontists American Board of Endodontics - Board Certified SPECIAL INTERESTS Endodontics (Root canal specialist) MD UNMC College of Medicine inTernship St. Lukes Medical Center resiDency Medical College of Wisconsin unDergraDuaTe Nebraska Wesleyan University boarD cerTiFicaTion American Board of Dermatology proFessionaL inTeresTs Adult & Pediatric Medical Dermatology, Dermatologic Surgery, Cosmetic Services, MOHS Surgery MD University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver CO INTERNSHIP Mayo Clinic, Rochester MN RESIDENCY University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver CO UNDERGRADUATE University of Kansas, Lawrence KS Board Certified American Board of Dermatology
The White House Comprehensive Dentistry 115 East E North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-532-9690 www.drlindseyzeboski.com
David G. Meier, D.D.S. Western Nebraska Endodontics, PC 1212 W A St. North Platte, NE 69101 (308) 532-4660
westernnebraskaendo.com
James D. Bunker, M.D.
Platte Valley Skin Clinic 825 S Willow St North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-1700 Now accepting new patients - No referral necessary
Dr. Daniel Mosel
Greater Nebraska Dermatology, PC 2509 Halligan Drive, Suite E North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-4165 F 308-532-4605
greaternedermatology.com
Danny Roelfs, PA-C
Greater Nebraska Dermatology, PC 2509 Halligan Drive, Suite E North Platte, NE 69101
PA UNMC College of Medicine unDeRgRADuATe Nebraska Wesleyan University boARD CeRTiFiCATion National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants PRoFeSSionAL inTeReSTS Adult & Pediatric Medical Dermatology
T 308-532-4165 F 308-532-4605
greaternedermatology.com
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Trista Borg, APRN
EDUCATION MSN-APRN Chamberlain University Speciality Family Nurse Practitioner PROFESSIONAL mEmBERShIPS American Acadamy of Nurse Practitioners AC ACCREDITATIONS American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Nebraska Board of Nursing
Midlands Family Medicine 611 W. Francis, #100 North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2532 www.midlandsfamilymed.com
Jeffrey Brittan, M.D.
MD 1981 Creighton University
Midlands Family Medicine 611 W. Francis, #100 North Platte, NE 69101
RESIDENCY St. Joseph’s Hospital, Omaha, NE
T 308-534-2532 www.midlandsfamilymed.com
BoaRD CERTIfICaTIoN American Board of Family Practice
MD 1999 University of Nebraska Medical Center
Jason M. Citta, M.D.
rEsiDENCy University of Nebraska Medical Center
Midlands Family Medicine 611 W. Francis, #100 North Platte, NE 69101
FElloWshiPs Family & rural Medicine
T 308-534-2532 www.midlandsfamilymed.com
boarD CErTiFiCaTioN american board of Family Practice
Jesse Dunn, M.D.
GRADUATE DEGREE 2015 Ross University School of Medicine
Midlands Family Medicine 611 W. Francis North Platte, NE 69101
RESIDENCY Lincoln Family Medicine Residency Program
T 308-534-2532 www.midlandsfamilymed.com
BOARD CERTIFICATION American Board of Family Practice
Tyler Felton, MD
MD Ross University School of Medicine
Midlands Family Medicine 611 W. Francis, #100 North Platte, NE 69101
RESIDENCY Shenandoah Valley Family Practice Residency, Virginia
T 308-534-2532 www.midlandsfamilymed.com
BOARD CERTIFICATION American Board of Family Practice
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eDucaTion 1998-2002 Chadron State College 2002-2006 University of Nebraska Medical Center reSiDency
Shawn P. Murdock, M.D.
Midlands Family Medicine 611 W. Francis, #100 North Platte, NE 69101
2006-2009 University of Nebraska Medical Center Family Medicine boarD cerTificaTion American Board of Family Medicine ProfeSSional MeMberShiPS AAFP, NAFP
T 308-534-2532 www.midlandsfamilymed.com
Michael Nelson, MD
MD University of Science, Arts, and Technology
Midlands Family Medicine 611 W. Francis, #100 North Platte, NE 69101
RESIDENCY University of Nebraska Medical Center
boaRD CERTIfICaTIoN American Board of Family Medicine
T 308-534-2532 www.midlandsfamilymed.com
EducATioN MSN-APRN Walden university Residency-Neonatal Advanced Practice Nurse -creighton university
Joni Sandoval, APRN
PRoFESSioNAl MEMbERShiPS Association of Neonatal Nurses AccREdiTATioN American Nurse credentialing center Nebraska board of Nursing SPEciAl iNTERESTS Pediatrics/Newborn care Women’s health
Midlands Family Medicine 611 W. Francis, #100 North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2532 www.midlandsfamilymed.com
EducATioN Clarkson College MSN-APRN Fort Hays State University BSN
Amanda Standage, APRN
Midlands Family Medicine 611 W. Francis, #100 North Platte, NE 69101
Ac AccREdiTATioNS American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
boARd cERTificATioN Nebraska Board of Nursing National Alliance of Wound Care
T 308-534-2532 www.midlandsfamilymed.com
EDUCATION MSN, APRN & BSN: Creighton University PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Nebraska Nurse Practitioners ACCREDITATION American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Nebraska Board of Nursing SPECIAL INTERESTS Family & Children’s Health
Tamara Clouse, APRN
Gosnell Family Medicine 210 McNeel Lane North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-221-6262 F 308-221-6261
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EDUCATION MSN, APRN - Creighton University PhD Psychology - Kansas University
Mary Dailey, APRN
PROFEssIONAl MEMbERshIP Nebraska Nurse Practitioners, American Association of Nurse Practitioners ACCREDITATION American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Nebraska Board of Nursing sPECIAl INTEREsT Diabetic Care, Dept. of Transportation physicals
Gosnell Family Medicine 210 McNeel Lane North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-221-6262 F 308-221-6261
Faylene Dancer Hudson, APRN Family First Health Center Faith, Hope & Hormones LLC Skinside Out LLC 333 North Maple, Suite 105 Sutherland, NE 69165
EDUCATION MSN, APRN, FNP - University of Nebraska Medical Center; Institute for Functional Medicine; Dermatology Nurses Association; American College of Anti Aging Medicine 2 year program from the School of Applied Functional Medicine PROFEssIONAl mEmbERsHIPs Institute for Functional Medicine American Academy of Anti Aging Dermatology Nurses Association ACCREDITATIONs American Nurse Credentialing Center sPECIAl INTEREsTs Skin needs medical and cosmetic,Hormones (male and female), Functional Medicine & Family Practice
T 308-386-4799 F 308-386-4343 www.familyfirsthealthcenter.org familyfirsthealth@gpcom.net
MD 1999 Indiana University School of Medicine resiDency Iowa Lutheran Family Practice, Des Moines, IA
Wendy Gosnell, M.D.
Gosnell Family Medicine 210 McNeel Lane North Platte, NE 69101
boarD cerTiFicaTion American Board of Family Practice
T 308-221-6262 F 308-221-6261
proFessional inTeresTs Full Spectrum Family Medicine & Obstetrics
EDUCATION MSN, APRN, FNP- University of Nebraska Medical Center PROFESSIONAL mEmbERShIPS Nebraska Nurse Practitioners, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners ACCREDITATIONS AANP Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS Entire Family Care
Kelli King, APRN
Precise Family Care 1021 S Cottonwood St North Platte NE 69101
T 308-534-4438 F 308-534-4190
precisefamilycare@yahoo.com
EDUCATION MSN, APRN: Chamberlain University BSN: Wesleyan University PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP American Association of Nurse Practitioners, ACCREDITATION American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Nebraska Board of Nursing SPECIAL INTERESTS Family & Children’s Health
Sheena See, APRN
Precise Family Care 1021 S Cottonwood St North Platte NE 69101
T 308-534-4438 F 308-534-4190
precisefamilycare@yahoo.com
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EDUCATION DNP-FNP: Creighton University BSN: Bryan College of Health Sciences PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP American Association of Nurse Practitioners ACCREDITATION American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Nebraska Board of Nursing SPECIAL INTERESTS Family & Children’s Health, Cardiology MD 1989 Creighton School of Medicine, Omaha, NE RESIDENCY University of Kansas, Wichita BOARD CERTIFICATION American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS Women’s health, Family-centered routine and high risk obstetrics, general and complicated gynecologic care, incontinence, infertility and female cancers, minimally invasive laparoscopic, same day discharge hysterectomy MD 1985 Ohio State University College of Medicine RESIDENCY University of West Virginia, 1985-1988, Chief Resident, 1988-1989, Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling, WV BOARD CERTIFICATION American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS Women’s healthcare, Family-centered routine and high risk obstetrics, general and complicated gynecologic care, incontinence, infertility and female cancers, Urodynamics testing, minimally invasive laparoscopic, same day discharge hysterectomy DO Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences ResiDency University of Kansas, Wichita bOaRD ceRtificatiOns American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology PROfessiOnaL inteRests Women’s health, Family-centered routine and high risk obstetrics, general and complicated gynecologic care, incontinence, infertility and female cancers, minimally invasive and robotic assisted laparoscopic, same day discharge hysterectomy MD University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine, Denver, Co ResiDency Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA boaRD ceRtifications American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology PRofessionaL inteRests Obstetrics, Hormone imbalance & restoration, Women’s Health, Gynecology, Pediatric Gyn, Minimally invasive and robotic assisted laparoscopic, Same day hysterectomy, Perimenopause and Menopause
Kathryn Weaver, APRN
Gosnell Family Medicine 210 McNeel Lane North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-221-6262 F 308-221-6261
Michael Bianco, MD, FACOG
North Platte OB/GYN PC 1115 South Willow North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4804
Chris Johng, MD, FACOG
North Platte OB/GYN PC 1115 South Willow North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4804
benjamin Klug, DO, facOG
North Platte OB/GYN PC 1115 South Willow North Platte, NE 69101
t 308-534-4804
amy short, MD, facoG
North Platte OB/GYN PC 1115 South Willow North Platte, NE 69101
t 308-534-4804
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Kristen A. Burwick, M.D.
MD 2009 Ohio State University
Eye Surgeons of Nebraska 806 S Maple St. North Platte, NE 69101
RESIDENCY Ohio State University
BOARD CERTIFICATION Board Certified December 2014 American Academy of Ophthalmology
T 308-532-EYES (3937) F 308-532-2838 www.eyesurgeonsofnebraska.com
MD University of Alabama School of Medicine RESIDENCY Louisiana State University FELLOWSHIP Tulane University Medical Center (Cornea Fellowship) SPECIAL INFORMATION American Academy of Ophthalmology Nebraska Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons Nebraska Medical Association
John Eitzen, M.D.
Eye Surgeons of Nebraska 806 S Maple St. North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-EYES (3937) F 308-532-2838 www.eyesurgeonsofnebraska.com
Kim A. Baxter, O.D.
EDUCATION University of Nebraska-Lincoln South California College of Optometry
Complete Eyecare Associates 111 South Bailey North Platte, NE 69101
SPECIAL INFORMATION Member of Nebraska Optometric Association, American Optometric Association, Provider BC/BS, VSP, Medicare, Eyemed
T 308-534-2000 TF 877-990-3937 F 308-534-2001
OD 1995 Indiana University School of Optometry EDUCATION Mid-Plains Community College, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Indiana University School of Optometry SPECIAL INFORMATION Member of Nebraska Optometric Association, American Optometric Association, Provider BC/BS, VSP, Medicare, Eyemed OD 2014 Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry EDUCATION Nebraska Wesleyan University - Bachelors in Science Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry SPECIAL INFORMATION Full scope optometry, contact lenses, ocular disease evaluation and treatment, co-management of surgery, low vision, pediatrics, provider for various insurance companies.
Scott W. French, O.D.
Complete Eyecare Associates 111 South Bailey North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2000 TF 877-990-3937 F 308-534-2001
Mollie J. Golden, O.D. Eye Care Professionals, LLC 810 West Reid Ave, Suite #2 North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-221-2020 F 308-221-6017
www.eyecareprosne.com
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Jeffrey T. O’Connor, O.D.
EDUCATION B.S. Biology, Kearney State O.D. 1987 Illinois College of Optometry SPECIAL INFORMATION Member of Nebraska Optometric Association, American Optometric Association, Provider BC/BS, VSP, Medicare, Eyemed
Complete Eyecare Associates 111 South Bailey North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2000 TF 877-990-3937 F 308-534-2001
Sarah Binderup, PA-C
MEDICAL SCHOOL University of Toledo, College of Medicine, OH BOArD CErTIfICATIOn Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physical Assistants SPECIALTY Sees patients independently and works with Dr. Huebner (foot/ankle/knee specialist)
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
Heber Crockett, M.D.
MEDICAL SCHOOL UCLA School of Medicine INTERNSHIP Cottage Hospital in CA RESIDENCy
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency: Hospital for Special Surgery in NY FELLOWSHIP Sports Medicine Fellowship: American Sports Medicine Institute in AL BOARD CERTIFICATION Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine SPECIALTy Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
Ryan DeBlis, MD
MEDICAL SCHOOL Drexel University College of Medicine, Drexel, PA RESIDENCY Foot and Ankle Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, NY
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
BOARD CERTIfICATION Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery
SPECIALTY Orthopedic Surgery and Total Joint Replacement
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
Jason Fritzen, PA-C
MEDICAL SCHOOL University of Nebraska Medical Center BOArD CErTIFICATIOn Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physical Assistants SPECIALTY Sees patients independently and works with Dr. Mahalek (spine and neck specialist)
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
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Yuji Kitabatake, PA-C
MEDICAL SCHOOL University of Nebraska Medical Center BOArD CErTIfICATIOn Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physical Assistants
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
SPECIALTY Sees patients independently and works with Drs. Crockett and May (sports medicine specialists)
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
MEDICAL SCHOOL Washington University School of Medicine in MO INTERNSHIP General Surgery Internship: Grand Rapids Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program in MI Orthopaedic Surgery Internship: Grand Rapids Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program in MI RESIDENCy Grand Rapids Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program in MI FELLOWSHIP Trauma Fellowship: Grand Medical Center in OH BOARD CERTIFICATION Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery SPECIALTy Orthopaedic Trauma, Foot, and Ankle Surgery Knee Arthritis
David Huebner, M.D.
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
Bernard Keown, M.D.
MEDICAL SCHOOL University of Nebraska Medical Center in NE
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
FELLOWSHIP Sports Medicine Center: Sports Medicine Center in NE
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
SPECIALTY Sports Medicine
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
Bruce Kohtz, PA-C
MEDICAL SCHOOL University of Nebraska Medical Center BOArD CErTIfICATIOn Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physical Assistants SPECIALTY Sees patients independently and works with Drs. Crockett and May (sports medicine specialists)
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
MEDICAL SCHOOL University of Nebraska Medical Center in NE RESIDEnCy Orthopaedic Surgery Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in TX FELLOWSHIP Orthopaedic Spine Surgery Fellowship: South Texas Spinal Clinic in TX BOARD CERTIFICATIOn Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery SPECIALTy Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine and Spinal Injections
James Mahalek, M.D.
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
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MEDICAL SCHOOL University of Nebraska Medical Center in NE RESIDENCy General Surgery Residency:
Nebraska Health Foundation General Surgery Residency in NE Orthopaedic Surgery Residency: Nebraska Health Foundation Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Residency in NE FELLOWSHIP Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy, and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship: Southern California Orthopedic Institute in CA BOARD CERTIFICATION Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery SPECIALTy Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
Joel McReynolds, PA-C
MEDICAL SCHOOL University of Nebraska Medical Center BOARD CERTIfICATIOn Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physical Assistants
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
SPECIALTY Sees patients independently and works with Drs. Crockett and May (sports medicine specialists)
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
MEDICAL SCHOOL University of Missouri School of Medicine in MO RESIDENCy Orthopaedic Surgery Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center in NE FELLOWSHIP Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship: Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center in IN
Paul Nielsen, M.D.
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
BOARD CERTIFICATION Board Eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery
T 308-865-2570
SPECIALTy Orthopaedic Hand, Wrist, and Upper Extremity Surgery
newwestsportsmedicine.com
Abbie Oran, PA-C
MEDICAL SCHOOL Union College, NE BOArD CErTIfICATIOn Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physical Assistants SPECIALTY Sees patients independently and works with Dr. Nielsen (hand and wrist specialist)
New West Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery
2810 West 35th St. Kearney, NE 68845
T 308-865-2570
newwestsportsmedicine.com
MD 1993 Tulane University School of Medicine INTERNSHIP 1994 Tulane University School of Medicine, General Surgery RESIDENcy 1998 Tulane University School of Medicine, Otolaryngology BOARD cERTIFIcATION American Board of Otolaryngology
Elaine Fitzpatrick, M.D.
Fitzpatrick Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic, PC 801 William Ave. North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3330 F 308-532-3334
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MD 1983 University of Louisville School of Medicine MS University of South Florida, Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine ReSiDency Brooke Army Medical Center, MD 1996 Tulane University School of Medicine INTERNSHIP Tulane University School of Medicine, General Surgery RESIDENcy Tulane University School of Medicine, Otolaryngology BOARD cERTIFIcATION American Board of Otolaryngology
Phillip Fitzpatrick, M.D.
Fitzpatrick Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic, PC 801 William Ave. North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3330 F 308-532-3334
Roger J. Simpson, M.D., M.S.
Ear, Nose, Throat & Sinus Clinic, L.L.C. 106 East C Street North Platte, NE 69101
Fort Sam Houston, Texas BOARD ceRTiFicATiOn American Board of Otolaryngology Anti-Aging Medicine
T 308-532-6165 F 308-532-7464
EDUCATION Chadron State College 2005, BS University of NE Medical Center 2007, Doctor of PT CErTIfICATION CCI PrOfEssIONAl mEmbErshIPs American Physical Therapy Association Nebraska Physical Therapy Association sPECIAl INTErEsTs Orthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation, Pool Therapy EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Biology University of Nebraska Omaha, 2007, Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2010 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Nebraska Physical Therapy Association, Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy, Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Kellie Dodge, PT, DPT
Sandhills Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab 616 W. Leota St. North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-5590
www.sandhillspt.com
Megan Frickel, PT, DPT
Sandhills Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab 616 W. Leota St. North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-5590
SPECIAL INTERESTS Women’s Health, Outpatient Orthopedics
www.sandhillspt.com
Nikki Gracey, PT, DPT Sandhills Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab 616 W. Leota St. North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-5590 Satellite Clinic - Mullen, NE T 308-546-2306 www.sandhillspt.com
EDUCATION BS Health Sciences, University of Nebraska-Kearney 2001; Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of Nebraska Medical Center-Omaha 2004 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS American Physical Therapy Association, Nebraska Physical Therapy Association SPECIAL INTERESTS Women’s Health, Geriatrics, General Orthopedic Rehabilitation
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EDUCATION BS Health Sciences, Chadron State College, 2001; Master of Physical Therapy, University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2003; Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2005 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS American Physical Therapy Association, Orthopedics and Sports Physical Therapy Section Member Nebraska Physical Therapy Association, American Society of Hand Therapists SPECIAL INTERESTS Sports Rehabilitation, General Outpatient Orthopedic Care Hand Rehabilitation EDUcATION Fort Hays State University; Master of Physical Therapy, University of Nebraska Medical Center 2002; Doctor of Physical Therapy UNMC 2005 PROFEssIONAL MEMBERsHIPs American Physical Therapy Association, Omaha Sports Medicine Alliance, National Strength & Conditioning Association Board Certified Sports Specialist sPEcIAL INTEREsTs Sports Physical Therapy, Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Neck & Back Pain, Dry Needling
Tyler Sexson, PT, DPT, CHT
Sandhills Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab, PC 616 W. Leota St. North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-5590
www.sandhillspt.com
Aaron Wenburg, PT, DPT, scs
Sandhills Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab 616 W. Leota St. North Platte, NE 69101 T 308-534-5590
www.sandhillspt.com
Dustin L. Christensen, DPM, MHA Foot & Ankle Surgery Great Plains Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC 815 South Maple North Platte, NE 69101
EDUCATION Dr. William M. Scholl College at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, Ill. RESIDENCy Podiatric foot and ankle surgical residency, Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka, Ind.
BOARD CERTIFICATION American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
T 308.532.3600 www.gpfootandankle.com
Robert C. Hinze, D.P.M. High Plains Podiatry, PC
DPM 2001 Temple School of Podiatric Medicine RESIDENCIES Temple Northeastern & Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, PA SPECIAL INFORMATION Member of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
306 West D Street McCook, NE 69001 Office Locations: McCook, Holdrege, Benkelman, Imperial, Cambridge, Minden, Franklin, Norton, KS & Colby, KS T 308.345.3773 TF 1-877-345-3668 F 308-345-3883 www.highplainspodiatry.com
Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeon (ACFAS)
Richard J. Raska, DPM Foot & Ankle Surgery
EDUCATION Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, IL
Great Plains Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC 815 South Maple North Platte, NE 69101
RESIDENCy Southwest Detroit Hospital in Detroit, MI
BOARD CERTIFICATION American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery
T 308.532.3600
www.gpfootandankle.com
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Joshua H. Wray, DPM Foot & Ankle Surgery
EDUCATION Kent State University, College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, OH
Great Plains Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC 815 South Maple North Platte, NE 69101
RESIDENCy Inspira Health Network in Vineland, NJ
T 308.532.3600
BOARD CERTIFICATION Board Eligible
www.gpfootandankle.com
MD 2001 University of Colorado School of Medicine ReSiDenCy University of Colorado Health Science Center, Denver, CO BOARD CeRTiFieD American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine SPeCiAL inTeReSTS Musculoskeletal Pain, Spinal and Joint Injections, EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies, Neurological Rehabilitation, Medical Botox EDUCATION MD, 1995 University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE RESIDENCY Akron General Medical Center, Akron, Ohio BOARD CERTIFICATION American Board of Emergency Medicine PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS Minor injury/illness, x-ray, lab, ultrasound, EKG Walk-ins, CDL physicals
Caroline Sorenson, M.D.
Platte River Rehab Medicine, PC 321 East 3rd Street North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-9100
Deborah R. Weaver, MD
Dr. Deb’s Express Medical Center 118 East C Street North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-221-6068 F 308-221-6071
drdebsurgentcare.com
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LOOK NO FURTHER
Your Best Healthcare experience is right here, right now.
Born and raised in Ogallala, my husband and I relocated our family back to this area once we started having kids. We knew we wanted this town to be home to our kids. Our first two were born in Kearney at Good Sam and our third was born in North Platte at Great Plains Regional. Both of these hospitals had tremendous doctors, nurses and staff, I cannot complain about one thing. Our last child we decided to stay right here in Ogallala. We want this town to strive, we want our kids to have the amenities of a bigger town, we want to support local businesses and professions, so we committed to Banner and Ogallala Community Hospital. From our very first appointment confirming our pregnancy, through checking out with baby, it was hands down the best experience we have had. Having one doctor committed to you, knowing you personally, having a relationship with you was an incredible blessing. Dr. Leibhart has such empathy and passion for her patients and her job. The front desk and billing were a dream to work with. Always answering any questions I had, always smiles on their faces and took care of anything I needed. Fast forward to delivery. My nurses were incredible. They got to know my husband and myself, took extra care of us and were so incredibly knowledgeable. They knew my past birthing experiences, knew my file and were prepped for anything. The care they gave before, during and after was hands down beyond anything I have had before (again no complaints from anywhere else, this was just above and beyond). Dr. Leibhart during and after delivery was so caring and compassionate checking on us several times throughout. The care I received was hands down the best to date. I will always and continue to support Banner and OCH, their faculty and staff are the best. – Stephanie Svoboda, (mother of 4) I can’t say enough positive things about the care that we have received and the experience we have had at OCH and with Dr. Wong. The growth of our family at OCH has included our journey through multiple full pregnancies and deliveries, a miscarriage, not to mention all the wellness visits, checkups, and care for any illness in between. Through the best and worst, we are so thankful for how we have been treated, the knowledge and understanding that we have gained, and ultimately the trust that we have built in the care we have right here in our own community. We are especially thankful that our healthcare team and doctor knows us well and has an investment in our care that’s personal. Thanks for all you do Dr. Wong and OCH team! You are very much appreciated! – Meagan Hovendick, (mother of SOON-TO-BE 4)
CALL 308-284-3645 TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT Banner Health - Ogallala
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Do Your Part to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse
(StatePoint) With many Americans asked to stay at home to help curb the impact of COVID-19, there’s a higher risk of potential prescription drug abuse or prescription drugs accidentally falling into the wrong hands, like those of children. According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Abuse, more than 9.9 million Americans abuse prescription drugs. Additionally, more than 70 percent of individuals who illegally use prescription pain relievers obtained them through their friends or family, including through the home medicine cabinet. To help those at home prevent prescription drug abuse and dispose of unwanted medications in a safe, environmentally responsible way, Susan Peppers, Express Scripts vice president of pharmacy practice, is sharing the following tips. • Keep drugs secure and out of reach. Medications should be stored in a locked area, out of children’s reach, with narcotics and other potentially addictive drugs stored in another secure location. If this isn’t an
option, a lock should be added to the medicine cabinet and the key secured. • Track treatments. It’s recommended to maintain a master list of the medications stored at home, especially for individuals with a potential for abuse. That list should include the medication name, the doctor’s name who prescribed it, the dosage and the medication’s potential side effects. Periodically, caregivers should count the medications remaining in the container and make sure it’s the correct amount according to the prescribed dosage. Pill boxes with dividers for each day’s medicines are also a good way to track usage. • Don’t share medication. Medication prescribed to one individual isn’t for anyone else, even if that person is showing similar symptoms. Not only is sharing medication with someone else illegal, but it could lead to dangerous drug interactions and serious side effects due to potential allergies and wrong dosages, among other reasons. If an individual has taken medication that wasn’t prescribed to them, they should contact their doctor.
• Dispose of unwanted drugs properly. Individuals should follow specific disposal instructions on the label, if provided. Otherwise, they can check the Food and Drug Administration Flush List to see if they can flush the medicine down the toilet. If that isn’t an option, individuals can mix the medication with an undesirable substance like used coffee grounds, cat litter or sawdust, place the mixture in a sealable bag and dispose of it in the trash. Medication containers should be stripped of all personal information prior to placing them in the trash or recycling. Note that once guidelines are lifted for staying home, individuals can visit the Drug Enforcement Administration website to locate a collection site near them as another way to dispose of prescription medications safely. As everyone is spending more time at home, remembering these simple steps can go a long way to help individuals protect their family against prescription drug abuse.
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Six Things You Should Be Asking Your Pharmacist…But Aren’t
get up frequently during the night. A pharmacist can provide home safety tips to avoid an accident. • I sometimes forget to take my meds. What’s a reminder that works? Taking medications regularly can help avoid complications. When having trouble remembering to take your medications, turn to pharmacists, who can suggest tech solutions that will work for you, such as reminder apps. They can also help you manage side effects you may be having and identify alternatives that you can discuss with your prescriber, when needed. • Is there a more affordable option for my prescription? If you are having trouble affording your medication, your pharmacists can help with more affordable options and recommendations, such as generics or less expensive formulary options. For more tips and resources, visit www.esrx.com/AskYourPharmacist. “When it comes to whole-person care, pharmacists play a major role in the equation,” says Peppers. “Communicating with your pharmacist regularly can help reduce the chance of complications related to your medications.
effects. Talk to a pharmacist about all the medications you take, especially when you are prescribed any new medication. • I’m taking multiple meds. What do I need to know? If you are on multiple medications for one or more chronic conditions you should speak with a pharmacist any time there is a change to your medication regimen to check for potential drug-drug interactions, medication overlap or gaps in care. • What should I do if I forget to take my medication? Always consult with your prescriber on what to do if this happens. Having access to your pharmacist 24/7 is particularly important when you forget to take a dosage at the scheduled time. He or she can help you get back on track so that you get the full benefits of your medication. Having access to your pharmacist from the privacy of your home is another great reason to look for this 24/7 convenience. • Could this prescription make me unsteady on my feet? Some medications can make you dizzy or drowsy, and there are other hazards in the home that can cause a fall, especially as one ages and needs to
(StatePoint) An estimated 4.5 billion prescriptions will be filled this year in the United States, with about half of consumers taking at least one prescription medication over the past 30 days. “You’d think we would be better at communicating with our pharmacists – just as we do with our other health care providers, like doctors, nurses, and dentists,” says Susan Peppers, R.Ph., vice president of Pharmacy Practice at Express Scripts Pharmacy. “Unfortunately, it’s just not the case.” In fact, a JD Power study shows that only 10% of people talk to a pharmacist when ordering or receiving their medications. Pharmacists at Express Scripts Pharmacy were asked what are the top six questions patients should be asking their pharmacists, but don’t. Their answers offer insights into why we should take the time to ask these questions and why pharmacists play an important role in our health care. • Could this medication interact with my vitamins and supplements? Non-prescription medications and supplements can interfere with your prescription or cause unnecessary side
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