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North Platte, Nebraska's 2011 Medical and Healtchare DirectoryTRANSCRIPT
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Pam McKeag, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8470
www.gprmc.com
MD 1997 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYKansas University Medical Center,
Kansas City, KS
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Anesthesiology
Brian Milliken, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8470
www.gprmc.com
MD 2000 Ponce School of Medicine, Ponce,
Puerto Rico
RESIDENCYUniversity of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Anesthesiology
Michael Pochop, M.D.
North Platte Surgery Center621 West FrancisNorth Platte, Nebraska 69101
T 308-534-8800
www.npsurgerycenter.com
MD 2002 University of South Dakota School of Medicine,
Vermillion, SD
RESIDENCYUniversity of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center,
Lexington, KY
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Anesthesiology
Ryan Rathjen, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center601 West LeotaNorth Platte, Nebraska 69101
T 308-696-8470
www.gprmc.com
MD 2001 University of South Dakota School of Medicine,
Vermillion, SD
RESIDENCYUniversity of Kentucky, College of Medicine,
Lexington, KY
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Anesthesiology
Forrest Ragland, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8470
www.gprmc.com
MD 1998 University of Wisconsin,
Madison, WI
INTERNSHIPUniversity of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
RESIDENCYUniversity of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Anesthesiology
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Sherri DodsonFamily Hearing Specialists LLC103 N. DeweyNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-1880 F 308-532-0585
EDUCATIONTechnical Training
BOARD CERTIFICATIONHearing Instrument Sciences
SPECIAL INTERESTHereditary Hearing Loss
OTHER INFORMATIONBoard member for Nebraska
Hearing Society, Past President; hearing aid user for the past 20 years
Mark A. Kripal, MS, CCC-ACERTIFIED CLINICAL AUDIOLOGIST
Fitzpatrick Office Bldg.801 William Ave.North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3330
EDUCATIONMaster of Science, University of Wyoming
INTERNSHIPSDenver V.A. Hospital,
University of Colorado Medical Center
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Speech Language Hearing
Association; American Academy of Audiology
PROFESSIONAL INTERESTSAdvanced Hearing Aid Technology
Curtis Dunlop, D.C.
Chiropractic Life Center1925 West A StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-0780F 308-532-0785
EDUCATIONUniversity of Colorado, Denver, Co;
Parker College of Chiropractic, Dallas, TX
TECHNIQUESGonstead, Diversified, Pro-Adjuster
SPECIAL INFORMATIONMember of Nebraska Chiropractic
Physicians Association, Secure Care of NE, andAmerican Chiropractic Association MemberAll major insurance assignments accepted.
Kassandra M. Douglas, D.C.
River Valley Chiropractic, LLC1717 East 4th Street, Suite ANorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-5840
EDUCATIONMidland Lutheran College,
Palmer College of Chiropractic
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Chiropractic Association,
Nebraska Chiropractic Physician Association,Midlands Choice BCBS PPO
SPECIAL INTERESTSPalmer Package Techniques,
Extremity Adjusting, Whole Family Chiropractic
Sam White, H.A.S., H.A.D. & FWhite’s Advanced Hearing Aid Center408 South JeffersNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-5114TF 800-584-9108www.whitesadvancedhearing.com
OTHER LOCATIONSKearney, Norfolk, O’Neill, Lincoln, Hastings
EDUCATIONAssociate of Arts, Midlands College, Nebraska; BA,
Moorehead State University, Minnesota
OTHER INFORMATIONMember of Nebr. State Licensing Board for
Hearing Aid Specialists; 35 years experience
SATELLITE LOCATIONSHoldrege, Lexington, Cozad, Alma, Broken Bow, Franklin,
Beatrice, Deschler, Minden, McCook, Valentine, Ainsworth
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Dawn Erdman, D.C.
Chiropractic Wellness Center PC1863 West A StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3536F 308-532-2427
EDUCATIONUniversity of Nebraska KearneyPalmer College of Chiropractic
SPECIAL INFORMATIONMidlands Choice, BC/BS PPO,
Gonstead - Specific Chiropractic Children and babies welcome
Michael J. States, D.C., M.S.
North Platte Chiropractic Care1114 West A StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-3948
www.npchiro.net
DC1988 Palmer Chiropractic College, Davenport, IA
EDUCATIONB.S. Kearney State College,
M.S. University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
SPECIAL INFORMATIONChiropractic Massage, Acupuncture,
Palmer Technique working with Chronic Pain,Fibromyalgia, Acute & Sports Injury,
Back Rehabilitation
Benjamin A. Lashley, DDS
Maple Park Dental Associates, PC805 South Maple StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-1289F 308-534-1530
www.mapleparkdentalnp.com
EDUCATIONBS Animal Science, Biology Minor:
University of NE - Lincoln 1994Doctor of Dental Surgery: University of NE Medical Center,
College of Dentistry, 1999
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSADA, NDA, American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, American
Society of Dental Anesthesiology
SPECIAL INTERESTSGeneral, Preventative & Cosmetic Dentistry,
Dentures & Partials, Endodontics, IV Sedation, Implants,Dental Anesthesiology, Extractions, Invisalign, Botox
David L. Swanson, DDS
Maple Park Dental Associates, PC805 South Maple StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-1289F 308-534-1530
www.mapleparkdentalnp.com
EDUCATIONDoctor of Dental Surgery: University of Nebraska
Medical Center, College of Dentistry, 1986
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSADA, NDA, Academy of General Dentistry
SPECIAL INTERESTSGeneral, Preventative & Cosmetic Dentistry,
Dentures & Partials, Endodontics, Botox Dental Anesthesiology, Extractions, Invisalign, Implants
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Lana Klein, D.C. P.C.
A Holistic ApproachLana Klein, D.C. P.C.523 N. Dewey StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101T 308-532-3377
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EDUCATIONPalmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA
TECHNIQUESThompson Drop Technique, SOT
and Diversified Adjusting
SPECIAL INFORMATIONSpecial Emphasis on Acupuncture, Colon
Hydrotherapy and Standard Process Nutrition
Daniel A. Woodburn, DDS
Maple Park Dental Associates, PC805 South Maple StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-1289F 308-534-1530
www.mapleparkdentalnp.com
EDUCATION2005 B.A. Business Administation, Hastings College
2010 Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of NE MedicalCenter, College of Dentistry
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSADA, NDA
SPECIAL INTERESTSGeneral, Preventative & Cosmetic Dentistry,
Dentures & Partials, Endodontics, Extractions, Implants
MD1995 University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYSUMMA Health Systems
Akron, OH
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Emergency Medicine
Renee Engler, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8760
www.gprmc.com
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Todd Jensen, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8760
www.gprmc.com
MD2005 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYAkron General Medical Center, Akron, OH
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Emergency Medicine
Ben Fago, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8760
www.gprmc.com
MD2004 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYUniversity of Nebraska
Medical Center, Omaha, NE
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Emergency Medicine
Brian J. Vineyard, D.D.S., P.C.
333 Maple StreetPO Box 791Sutherland, NE 69165
T 308-386-2236
EDUCATIONB.S. Biology Nebraska Weslyan
D.D.S. University of Nebraska 1979Lincoln, Nebraska
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONSGeneral Dentistry
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Jim Smith, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8760
www.gprmc.com
MD1988 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYAkron General Medical Center,
Akron, OH
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Emergency Medicine
Victor Adalbert de Villa, M.D.
Endocrinology Associates of Great Plains611 West Francis, Suite 200North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8270
www.gprmc.com
MD 1994 University of the Philippines College of Medicine,
Manila, PhilippinesINTERNSHIP
State University of New York Health Science Center, Brooklyn, NYRESIDENCY
Endocrinology - State University of New York Health Science Center,Brooklyn, NY
FELLOWSHIPEndocrinology - Lahey Clinic, Burlington, MA
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
SUBSPECIALTYCertified in Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism
Janet E. Bernard, M.D.
Family Medicine Associates500 West Leota - Suite 100North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4440F 308-534-7675
MD1982 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Family Practice
Jeffrey Brittan, M.D.
Midlands Family Medicine611 W. Francis, #100North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2532
MD1981 Creighton University
RESIDENCYSt. Joseph’s Hospital, Omaha, NE
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Family Practice
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Deborah Weaver, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8760
www.gprmc.com
MD1995 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYAkron General Medical Center,
Akron, OH
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Emergency Medicine
Jason M. Citta, M.D.
Midlands Family Medicine611 W. Francis, #100North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2532
MD1999 University of Nebraska Medical Center
RESIDENCYUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center
FELLOWSHIPSFamily & Rural Medicine
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Family Practice
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Gary L. Conell, M.D.
Midlands Family Medicine611 W. Francis, #100North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2532
MD1971 University of Nebraska Medical Center
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAAFP, Nebraska Medical Association
SPECIAL INTERESTUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center
Rural Residency Program, 1998 to Present
Faylene Dancer, APRN
The Center for Health302 South JeffersNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-6687TF 877-534-6687FAX 308-534-1874
www.yourcenterforhealth.com
EDUCATIONMSN, APRN, FNP - University of Nebraska Medical Center
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Nebraska
Nurse Practitioners, American Nurses Association
ACCREDITATIONSAmerican Nurse Credentialing Center,
Nebraska Board of Nursing
SPECIAL INTERESTSFamily and children’s health,
skin conditions, cosmetic services, Botox
Cleve H. Hartman, M.D.
810 West ReidNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-5178
MD1974 University of Nebraska
Medical Center, Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Family Practice;
National Board of Medical Examiners
Wendy Gosnell, M.D.
Family Medicine Associates500 West Leota - Suite 100North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4440F 308-534-7675
MD1999 Indiana University School of Medicine
RESIDENCYIowa Lutheran Family Practice, Des Moines, IA
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Family Practice
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Kelli King, APRN
States Family Practice
209 McNeel Lane
North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-8383
EDUCATION2004 University of Nebraska Medical Center
FCP-C, Omaha, NE
ACCREDITATIONSAANP - Board Certified
SPECIAL INTERESTSWomen’s Health, Family Care, Prevention
& Education for Wellness
Leland F. Lamberty, M.D.
Family Medicine Associates500 West Leota - Suite 100North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4440F 308-534-7675
MD1971 University of Nebraska, Omaha, NE
INTERNSHIPBryan Hospital, Lincoln, NE
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Family Practice
Shawn P. Murdock, M.D.
Midlands Family Medicine611 W. Francis, #100North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2532
EDUCATION1998-2002 Chadron State College
2002-2006 University of Nebraska Medical Center
RESIDENCY2006-2009 University of Nebraska
Medical Center Family Medicine
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Family Medicine
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAAFP, NAFP
Misty Richards, APRN
The Center for Health302 South JeffersNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-6687TF 877-534-6687FAX 308-534-1874
www.yourcenterforhealth.com
EDUCATIONB.S. - Nursing, University of Nebraska
Masters - University of Nebraska Medical Center, 1998
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSSigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nursing
ACCREDITATIONSAmerican Academy of Nurse Practitioners
American Nurse Credentialing Center
SPECIAL INTERESTSWomen’s Health, Arthritis
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Joseph Kezeor, M.D.
Family Medicine Associates500 West Leota - Suite 100North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4440F 308-534-7675
MD2004 - University of Nebraska Medical Center
RESIDENCYUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Family Medicine
Brendon Curtis, M.D.
General Surgery - GPRMC516 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-5370
www.gprmc.com
MD 2000 University of the West Indies,
Kingston, Jamaica
INTERNSHIPWayne State University/Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, MI
RESIDENCYWayne State University/Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, MI
FELLOWSHIPMinimally Invasive Surgery -
Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, MI
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Surgery
MD2006 Creighton University School of Medicine
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYUniversity of Missouri Department of Surgery
Columbia, MO
INTERNSHIPUniversity of Missouri Department of Surgery
Columbia, MO
BOARD ELIGIBLE
Michael Simonson, M.D.
General Surgery of GPRMC516 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-5370
www.gprmc.com
Raymond Carlson, D.O.
Inpatient Physicians of Great Plains601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8000
www.gprmc.com
MD 1991 University of Health Sciences,
Kansas City, MO
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine -
University of Kansas School of Medicine,Witchita, KS
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Brian Bossard, M.D.
Inpatient Physicians of Great Plains601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8000
www.gprmc.com
MD University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine -
University of Nebraska Medical Center,Omaha, NE
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
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Douglas States, M.D.
States Family Practice209 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-8383
MD1992 University of Nebraska Medical Center
RESIDENCYClarkson Hospital, Omaha, NE
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Medical Association,
Nebraska Academy of Family Practice
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Family Practice
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Woldecherkos Shibeshi, M.D.
Inpatient Physicians of Great Plains601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8000
www.gprmc.com
MD 1992 Addis Adaba University,
Addis Adaba, Ethiopia
INTERNSHIPInternal Medicine - Howard University Hospital, Washington, D.C.
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine - Howard University Hospital, Washington, D.C.
FELLOWSHIPInternal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease -
Brigham & Women’s Hospital/Lown Cardiovascular ResearchFoundation, Boston/Brookline, MA
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Sri Suravarapu, M.D., MPH
Inpatient Physicians of Great Plains601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8000
www.gprmc.com
MD 2002 Kasturba Medical College,
Manipal, India
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine -
Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center;Affiliated with Albert Einstein College of Medicine,
Bronx, NY
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
MD2003 Kamatoka Medical Council, India
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine
Texas Tech University Health Science CenterOdessa, TX
BOARD ELIGIBLE
Ajay Vaikuntam, M.D.
Inpatient Phyicians of Great Plains601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8000
www.gprmc.com
Jovanka Vuksanovic, M.D.
Inpatient Physicians of Great Plains601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8000
www.gprmc.com
MD 2003 University of Belgrade,
Belgrade, Serbia
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine -
Medical University of South Carolina,Charleston, SC
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
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Narendra Sajja, M.D.
Inpatient Physicians of Great Plains601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8000
www.gprmc.com
MD MBBS 2004; MD 2004 Guntur Medical College,
Guntur, Andhra Podesh, India
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine -
Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center; Affiliated withAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
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Loretta Baca, M.D.
The Center for Health302 South JeffersNorth Platte, NE 69101T 308-534-6687TF 877-534-6687FAX 308-534-1874
www.yourcenterforhealth.com
MD1984 University of Colorado Medical School
RESIDENCYUniversity of Colorado & St. Joseph Hospital
FELLOWSHIPRheumatology, University of Colorado
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology
SPECIAL INTERESTSComplete Health Care, Alternative Medicine, Anti-aging
Mark A. Nielsen, M.D.
Internal Medicine Associates of North Platte, LLC500 W. Leota, Suite 150North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3022TF 877-532-3022
MD1986 University of Nebraska
RESIDENCYUniversity of Missouri at
Kansas City Affiliated Hospital
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Julie Johng, APRN
Internal Medicine Associates of North Platte, LLC500 W. Leota, Suite 150North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3022 TF 877-532-3022
EDUCATION Clarkson College, Omaha, NE, MSN, Nursing
Education; University of Nebraska Medical Center,APRN, Adult & Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Academy of Nurse Practitioners
American Association of Critical Care Nurses
ACCREDITATIONAmerican Nurse Credentialing Center
Eduardo Freitas, M.D.
Infectious Disease of Great Plains611 West Francis, Suite 200North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8280
www.gprmc.com
MD 2000 University of Gama Filho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine - Western Pennsylvania Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA
INTERNSHIPInternal Medicine - Hospital Santa Casa da Miscericordia
(Mercy Holly Home), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
FELLOWSHIPInfectious Disease - Medical University of South Carolina,
Charleston, SC
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
SUBSPECIALTYCertified in Infectious Disease
Ronald L. Asher, M.D.
Internal Medicine Associates of North Platte, LLC500 W. Leota, Suite 150North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3022TF 877-532-3022
MD1973 University of Nebraska College of Medicine
RESIDENCYUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine;
Diplomat in Critical Care Medicine
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Eric R. Schwartzkopf, M.D.
Internal Medicine Associates of North Platte, LLC500 W. Leota, Suite 150North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3022TF 877-532-3022
MD1987 University of Missouri,
Kansas City School of Medicine
INTERNSHIPUniversity of Colorado Affiliated Hospitals
RESIDENCYUniversity of Colorado Affiliated Hospitals
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine,
Recertification 11/99
Lyndann Sokolowski, APRNInternal Medicine Associates of North Platte, LLC500 W. Leota, Suite 150North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3022TF 877-532-3022
EDUCATIONMidlands Lutheran College, BSN Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center,Omaha, MSN, APRN
ACCREDITATIONSAmerican Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Natalie A. Waskowiak, PA-C
Internal Medicine Associates of North Platte, LLC500 W. Leota, Suite 150North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3022TF 877-532-3022
EDUCATIONUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSNebraska Academy of Physician Assistants,American Academy of Physician Assistants
CERTIFICATIONNCCPA - National Commission on Certification
of Physicians Assistants
MD1984 Rawalpindi, Medical College, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
RESIDENCYState University, Buffalo, NY
FELLOWSHIPCardiovascular Disease - Oschner Foundation Hospital
New Orleans, LACoronary and Peripheral Intervention - St. John Hospital
Detroit, MI
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
SUBSPECIALTYCertified in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology
Arshad Ali, M.D.
Great Plains Heart Center601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
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Schuckert Internal Medicine 209 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-5313
MDUniversity of Nebraska, Omaha
RESIDENCYCreighton University - Internal Medicine
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican College of Physicians
Fellow American College of Physicians
BOARD CERTIFICATIONInternal Medicine
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Bill Thompson, LMT
North Platte Chiropractic Clinic1114 West A StNorth Platte, NE 69101
T (308) 534-3948C (308) 530-6112
www.npchiro.net
EDUCATIONOmaha School of Massage Therapy, Omaha NE
TECHNIQUESSwedish massage, Deep tissue massage,
Chair Massage, Pregnancy massage,Trigger Point Release, Active Isolated Stretching
SPECIAL INFORMATIONNCBTMB and State Certified
IMA Certified
Mandi Sedlak, CMF, BOC COF,Owner
Women’s Orthotics & ProstheticsHealthcare Services220 W. Leota Street, Suite 400North Platte, NE 69103
T 308-238-2230TF [email protected]
EDUCATION2002 CAMP Institute of Applied Technology
SPECIALTYNon-Surgical Breast Reconstruction & Traditional
Mastectomy Products, Custom Breast Prosthesis,Post-Surgical Mastectomy, Traditional Breast Forms,
Maternity Supports, FREE Consultations
BOARD CERTIFICATIONBOC Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification for
Certified Mastectomy Fitters, American Board forCertification Orthotics & Prosthetics, The Board of
Certification International in Orthotics
Jose Cardenas, M.D.
Neurology Associates of Great Plains611 West Francis, Suite 270North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8830
www.gprmc.com
MD2000 La Salle University Medical School,
Mexico City, Mexico
RESIDENCYUniversity of Texas Southwestern Medical Center,
Dallas, TX
FELLOWSHIP Vascular Neurology (Stroke), University of Texas
Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
SUBSPECIALTYCertified in Neurosonology
Sowmini Oomman, M.D.
Neurology Associates of Great Plains611 West Francis, Suite 200North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8830
www.gprmc.com
MD 1998 Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai, India
RESIDENCYUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR
FELLOWSHIPSleep Medicine - State University
Detroit, MI
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Sona Shah, M.D.
Neurology Associates of Great Plains611 West Francis, Suite 270North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8830
www.gprmc.com
MD MBBS 1989 BJ College, Gujarat University,
Ahmedabad, India
RESIDENCYState University of New York, Brooklyn, NY
FELLOWSHIPNeurophysiology and Epilepsy - University of Chicago,
Chicago, IL
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
SUBSPECIALTYCertified in Clinical Neurophysiology and Epilepsy
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Chris Johng, M.D.
North Platte OB/GYN PC1115 South WillowNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4804
MD1985 Ohio State University College of Medicine
RESIDENCYUniversity of West Virginia, 1985-1988, Chief Resident,1988-1989, Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling, WV
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology
PROFESSIONAL INTERESTSFamily-centered routine and high risk obstetrics,
general and complicated gynecologic care,incontinence, infertility and female cancers.
Rachel Ramm, APRN
North Platte OB/GYN PC1115 South WillowNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4804
EDUCATIONAPRN, MSN, Creighton University
Omaha, NE
ACCREDITATIONSBoard Certified Nurse Practitioner;
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSSigma Theta Tau International;
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Michael Trierweiler, M.D.
North Platte OB/GYN PC1115 South WillowNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4804
MD1975 University of Southern California
RESIDENCYUniversity of Colorado
INTERNSHIPUniversity of Colorado
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology
PROFESSIONAL INTERESTSFamily-centered routine and high risk obstetrics,
general and complicated gynecologic care,incontinence, infertility and female cancers.
NORTH PLATTEOB/GYN
Jenifer Fowler, APRN
North Platte OB/GYN PC1115 South WillowNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4804
EDUCATIONAPRN, MSN, RN South Dakota State University
University of Nebraska Medical Center
ACCREDITATIONSNCC Board Certified;
Womens Health Nurse Practitioner
PROFESSIONAL INTERESTSNon-surgical treatment of urinary incontinence; non-surgical treatment of pelvic pain; special emphasison patient education, teen issues, Well-woman care
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Michael Bianco, M.D.
North Platte OB/GYN PC1115 South WillowNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4804
MD1989 Creighton School of Medicine, Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYUniversity of Kansas, Wichita
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology
PROFESSIONAL INTERESTSFamily-centered routine and high risk obstetrics,
general and complicated gynecologic care,incontinence, infertility and female cancers.
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Walt Weaver, M.D.
North Platte OB/GYN PC1115 South WillowNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-4804
MD1992 University of Nebraska Medical Center
RESIDENCYUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology
PROFESSIONAL INTERESTSFamily-centered routine and high risk obstetrics,
general and complicated gynecologic care,incontinence, infertility and female cancers.
NORTH PLATTEOB/GYN
MD2002 Aga Khan University School of Medicine
Karachi, Pakistan
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine - University of Texas
Houstan, TX
FELLOWSHIPHermatology/Medical Oncology - Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Ahmed Awais, M.D.
Callahan Cancer Center - GPRMC601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-7386
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Callahan Cancer Center - GPRMC601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-7386
www.gprmc.com
MD1994 University College of Medicine, Manila, Philippines
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine – State University of New York
Health Science Center, Brooklyn, NY
INTERNSHIPState University of New York Health Science Center,
Brooklyn, NY
FELLOWSHIPHematology/Medical Oncology,
St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Boston, MA
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
SUBSPECIALTYCertified in Medical Oncology & Hemotology
Irfan Vaziri, M.D.
Callahan Cancer Center - GPRMC601 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-7386
www.gprmc.com
MD 1990 Aga Khan University School of Medicine, Karachi, Pakistan
RESIDENCYInternal Medicine - University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND
INTERNSHIPAga Khan University School of Medicine, Karachi, Pakistan
FELLOWSHIPHematology/Medical Oncology - University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NEInfectious Disease - University of Texas Health Service Center,
Houston, TX
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
SUBSPECIALTYCertified in Medical Oncology and Hematology
James N. Shreck, M.D.
Eye Specialists of Nebraska1307 South WillowNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3937F 308-532-2838
MD1972 University of Nebraska
RESIDENCYNaval Hospital of San Diego
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Opthalmology,
The American College of Surgeons
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Mark R. Young, M.D.
1214 West A StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-5960F 308-532-2772
EDUCATIONUniversity of Nebraska College of Medicine 1991Undergraduate Studies - University of NE - Lincoln
Residency - University of Colorado HealthSciences Center Department of Ophthalmology
SPECIAL INFORMATIONAmerican Board of Ophthalmology - Original
Certification 1996Diplomate of National Board of Medical
Examiners
Kim A. Baxter, O.D.
Complete Eyecare Associates111 South BaileyNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2000TF 877-990-3937F 308-534-2001
EDUCATIONUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln
South California College of Optometry
SPECIAL INFORMATIONMember of Nebraska Optometric Association,
American Optometric Association,Provider BC/BS, VSP, Medicare, Eyemed
Mark A. Blackledge, O.D.
North Platte Vision Center, LLC402 South DeweyNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-1753F 308-532-3480
EDUCATIONUndergraduate Studies at Kearney State College,
O.D. - 1986 Ohio State University
SPECIAL INFORMATIONFull scope optometry, contact lens fitting,ocular disease evaluation and treatment,
co-management of cataract refractive surgeries,provider for Medicare, Medicaid, BC/BS, VSP
John J. Gutschenritter, O.D.
Clear Focus Eyecare, LLC1225 South Poplar, Suite 400North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-7100F 308-534-5002email: [email protected]
EDUCATIONDual Life Sciences & Physical Sciences,
Kansas State Univ.O.D. 1989 Pacific University
SPECIAL INFORMATIONFull scope optometry, contact lenses, ocular
disease evaluation and treatment, co-managementof cataract and refractive surgeries,
provider for Medicare, Medicaid, BC/BS, VSP
Scott W. French, O.D.
Complete Eyecare Associates111 South BaileyNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2000TF 877-990-3937F 308-534-2001
OD1995 Indiana University School of Optometry
EDUCATIONMid-Plains Community College,University of Nebraska-Lincoln,
Indiana University School of Optometry
SPECIAL INFORMATIONMember of Nebraska Optometric Association,
American Optometric Association,Provider BC/BS, VSP, Medicare, Eyemed
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Jeffrey T. O’Connor, O.D.
Complete Eyecare Associates111 South BaileyNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2000TF 877-990-3937F 308-534-2001
EDUCATIONB.S. Biology, Kearney State
O.D. 1987 Illinois College of Optometry
SPECIAL INFORMATIONMember of Nebraska Optometric Association,
American Optometric Association,Provider BC/BS, VSP, Medicare, Eyemed
Steven R. Hinze, D.D.S.921 South Willow, North Platte, NE 69101T 308-532-5283TF 800-658-3112F 308-532-4770306 West D Street, McCook, NE 69001T 308-345-4118202 Diamond Springs Trail, Ogallala, NE 69153T 308-284-8485
DDS1973 University of Nebraska
RESIDENCY1976-1979 Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
Oral & Maxillo Facial SurgeryBOARD CERTIFICATION
American Board of Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery; National Dental Board of Anesthesiology
SPECIAL INFORMATIONFellow: American Assocation of Oral & Maxillo Surgeons;
Fellow: American Dental Society of Anesthesiology; Associate: American Academy Cosmetic Surgery;
Offices in North Platte, McCook & Ogallala; Member of American Academy of Implant Dentistry
MD2004 University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine,
Pittsburgh, PA
RESIDENCYUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical Center,
Pittsburgh, PA
BOARD ELIGIBLE
Charley Gates, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery of Great Plains215 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-6655
www.gprmc.com
Scott Carroll, D.O.
North Platte Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Assoc.215 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-6655F 308-534-6662
INTERNSHIP & RESIDENCYDes Moines General Hospital, Des Moines, IA
HAND FELLOWSHIPBaptist Medical Center, Oklahoma City
BOARD CERTIFICATIONNational Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery
Ben Bissell, M.D.
North Platte Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Assoc.215 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-6655F 308-534-6662
MD2004 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYUVM/Fletcher Allen Health Care,
Burlington, VT
FELLOWSHIPSports Medicine/Shoulder - University of Michigan,
Ann Arbor, MI
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Casey Fowler, PA-C
North Platte Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Assoc.215 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-6655F 308-534-6662
EDUCATION1993-1996 - Chadron State College, Rural Health Program
1996-1998 - University of Nebraska Medical Center,Masters Degree, Physician Assistant Studies
NCC - Physician AssistantNCC Surgery Specialty
John D. Hannah, M.D.
North Platte Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Assoc.215 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-6655F 308-534-6662
MD1993 Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
RESIDENCYLoma Linda University
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Bryce Jarzynka, PA-C
North Platte Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine215 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-6655F 308-534-6662
EDUCATION2008 Chadron State College
Bachelor of Science-Human Biology, Chadron, NEMaster of Physician Assistant StudiesUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE
Mark McKenzie, M.D.
North Platte Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Assoc.215 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-6655F 308-534-6662
MD1986 University of
South Dakota School of Medicine
RESIDENCYUniversity of Kansas School of Medicine
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Danny Roelfs, PA-C
North Platte Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Assoc.215 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-6655F 308-534-6662
EDUCATION2007 Athletic Training,
Nebraska Wesleyan University,Lincoln, NE
Master of Physician Assistant Studies,University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
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Jim Sedlak, CP, BOCO
Prosthetic Healthcare Services, Inc.220 W. Leota Street, Suite 400North Platte, NE 69103
T 308-338-3162TF 877-338-3162
EDUCATIONBachelor’s Degree, Exercise Science
University of Nebraska LincolnProsthetic and Orthotic Certification,
California State University
SPECIALTYBelow knee prosthetics, above knee prosthetics, C-LEG,
hand and upper extremity prosthetics
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board for Certification in Prosthetics,
The Board of Certification International in Orthotics
SPECIAL INFORMATIONClinics in North Platte, Norfolk and O’Neil Nebraska
Roger J. Simpson, M.D., M.S.
Ear, Nose, Throat & Sinus Clinic, L.L.C.106 East C StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-6165F 308-532-7464
MD1983 University of Louisville School of Medicine
MSUniversity of South Florida, Metabolic and
Nutritional MedicineRESIDENCY
Brooke Army Medical Center,Fort Sam Houston, TexasBOARD CERTIFICATION
American Board of Otolaryngology
Phillip Fitzpatrick, M.D.
Fitzpatrick Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic, PC801 William Ave.North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3330F 308-532-3334
MD1996 Tulane University School of Medicine
INTERNSHIPTulane University School of Medicine,
General Surgery
RESIDENCYTulane University School of Medicine,
Otolaryngology
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Otolaryngology
Elaine Fitzpatrick, M.D.
Fitzpatrick Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic, PC801 William Ave.North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-532-3330F 308-532-3334
MD1993 Tulane University School of Medicine
INTERNSHIP1994 Tulane University School of Medicine,
General Surgery
RESIDENCY1998 Tulane University School of Medicine,
Otolaryngology
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Otolaryngology
Burt McKeag, M.D.
Pain Management Associates of Great Plains611 West Francis, Suite 270North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-8230
www.gprmc.com
MD 1998 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYKansas University Medical Center,
Kansas City, KS
FELLOWSHIPPain Management - University of Nebraska
Medical Center, Omaha, NE
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Anesthesiology & Pain Management
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Jonathan Simpson, DDS
Pediatric Dentistry321 East 3rd StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-1332F 308-534-1446sandhillspediatricdentistry.com
EDUCATION2006 Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry
RESIDENCYPediatric Dentistry
University of Nebraska Medical Center
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSNDA, ADA, American Academy of Pediatric Dentists
SPECIAL INTERESTSPediatric Dentistry, Hospital Based Dentistry,
Laser Surgery/Dentistry
Kathy S. Lopez, M.D.
Adolescent & Child Care Specialists
210 McNeel Lane
North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-9230F 308-534-5016
MD1992 Northwestern University
RESIDENCYChildren’s Hospital - Pittsburg, PA
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Pediatrics
Kristin A. Roelfs, P.A.-C
Adolescent & Child Care Specialists
210 McNeel Lane
North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-9230F 308-534-5016
EDUCATIONMasters of Physician Assistant Studies from the
University of Nebraska Medical Center
BOARD CERTIFICATIONBoard Certified with the National Commission on
Certification of Physician Assistants
Laura Dickinson, PT, DPT
Mid-Nebraska Physical Therapy & Sports Center120 West Leota StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-0999F 308-534-7299
www.midnebraskapt.com
EDUCATIONDoctor of Physical Therapy,
University of South Dakota, VermillionBusiness & Health,
Chadron State College, Chadron, NE
INTERNSHIPOrthopedic Outpatient, York Physical Therapy, Inc. &
Mid Nebraska Physical Therapy & Sports Center
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Physical Therapy Association,Nebraska Physical Therapy Association
Dell A. Shepherd, M.D.
Adolescent & Child Care Specialists
210 McNeel Lane
North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-9230F 308-534-5016
MD1973 University of Nebraska
RESIDENCYUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center;
Baylor College of Medicine
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Pediatrics,
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
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Kellie Dodge, PT, DPT
Mid-Nebraska Physical Therapy & Sports Center120 West Leota StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-0999F 308-534-7299
www.midnebraskapt.com
EDUCATIONChadron State College 2005, BS
University of NE Medical Center 2007, Doctor of PT
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Physical Therapy Association
SPECIAL INTERESTSOrthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation, Athletic Medicine
Jennie Dyer, PT, DPT
Mid-Nebraska Physical Therapy & Sports Center120 West Leota StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-0999F 308-534-7299
www.midnebraskapt.com
EDUCATIONBS Doane College; Master of Physical Therapy,University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2002;
Provisional Doctor of Physical Therapy,University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2005
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Physical Therapy Association,
Women’s Health Section MemberSPECIAL INTERESTS
Women’s Health Issues (pregnancy related pain, urinaryincontinence,) Orthopedic & General Rehabilitation
Nikki Gracey, PT, DPT
Sandhills Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab616 W. Leota St.North Platte, NE 69101T 308-534-5590
Satellite Clinic - Mullen, NET 308-546-2306www.sandhillspt.com
EDUCATIONBS Health Sciences, University of Nebraska-Kearney
2001; Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University ofNebraska Medical Center-Omaha 2004
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Physical Therapy Association, Nebraska
Physical Therapy Association
SPECIAL INTERESTSGeriatrics, General Orthopedic Rehabilitation
EDUCATIONDoctorate of Physical Therapy,
University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
BSED in Exercise Science, University of Nebraska
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSLicensed in Physical Therapy
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
SPECIAL INFORMATIONAPTA, NSCA, NPTA, NSCA
Neuromuscular Rehabilitation, Orthopedics,Sports Rehabilitation
Chad Kershner, PT, DPT, CSCS
Great Plains Sports & Therapy Center1115 South Cottonwood PlazaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-7456
EDUCATIONMasters of Physical Therapy,
University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSLicensed Physical Therapist
Licensed and Certified Athletic TrainerCertified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Certified Clinical TrainerCertified Manual Therapy Level II, Level III in August 09
SPECIAL INFORMATIONOrthopedic and Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation
Neck and Back Pain
Jeff Kautz, PT, ATC, CSCS
Great Plains Sports & Therapy Center1115 South Cottonwood PlazaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-7456
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Mid-Nebraska Physical Therapy & Sports Center120 West Leota StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-0999F 308-534-7299
www.midnebraskapt.com
EDUCATIONMid-Plains Community College; University of
Nebraska-Kearney; Doctor of Physical Therapy,Creighton University Medical School, 1996
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Physical Therapy Association
SPECIAL INTERESTSOrthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation,
Postural Restoration, Chronic Pain
Jason K. Merz, MPT
Mid-Nebraska Physical Therapy & Sports Center120 West Leota StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-0999F 308-534-7299
www.midnebraskapt.com
EDUCATIONBS University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Master of Physical
Therapy, Mayo Clinic School of Medicine, Rochester, MN
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Physical Therapy Association,
Sports Physical Therapy Section Member
SPECIAL INTERESTSOrthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation, Athletic Medicine
EDUCATIONBachelors in Health Education, University of Nebraska,
Omaha, NEMasters of Physical Therapy,
University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSLicensed in Physical Therapy
SPECIAL INFORMATIONMember APTA, NPTA
Darrick Parker, PTRehab Supervisor
Great Plains Sports & Therapy Center1115 South Cottonwood PlazaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-7456
Grant J. Schramm, PT
Mid-Nebraska Physical Therapy & Sports Center120 West Leota StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-0999F 308-534-7299
www.midnebraskapt.com
EDUCATIONSouth Dakota State University, BS in
Physical Therapy from University of North Dakota School of Medicine, 1989
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Physical Therapy Association,
Private Practice Section Member
SPECIAL INTERESTSOrthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation, Aquatic Rehabilitation
EDUCATIONBachelors of Biology, Hastings College
Masters of Physical Therapy, Mayo School of Health Relate Sciences
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSLicensed in Physical Therapy
SPECIAL INFORMATIONAcute Care, Geriatrics, Myofascial Release & Protonics,
Joint Camp for total knee and hip replacement at GPRMC
Kimberly K. Ryan, PT
Great Plains Sports & Therapy Center1115 South Cottonwood PlazaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-7456
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Tyler Sexson, PT, DPT
Sandhills Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab616 W. Leota St.North Platte, NE 69101T 308-534-5590
Satellite Clinic - Mullen, NET 308-546-2306www.sandhillspt.com
EDUCATIONBS 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 MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Physical Therapy Association,
Orthopedics and Sports Physical Therapy Section MemberNebraska Physical Therapy Association
SPECIAL INTERESTSSports Rehabilitation, General Outpatient Orthopedic Care
EDUCATIONMaster of Science in Physical Therapy,
University of South Dakota
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSLicensed in Physical Therapy
Certified in Functional Capacity Evaluations
SPECIAL INFORMATIONAPTA, NPTA,Outpatient Orthopedics,
Pediatrics (medical and educational),Aquatic Therapy
Kristin Vyhnalek, MSPT
Great Plains Sports & Therapy Center1115 South Cottonwood PlazaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-7456
Aaron Wenburg, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS
Sandhills Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab616 W. Leota St.North Platte, NE 69101T 308-534-5590
Satellite Clinic - Mullen, NET 308-546-2306www.sandhillspt.com
EDUCATIONFort Hays State University; Master of Physical Therapy,
University of Nebraska Medical Center 2002;Doctor of Physical Therapy UNMC 2005
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Physical Therapy Association,
Omaha Sports Medicine Alliance,National Strength & Conditioning Association
Board Certified Sports Specialist
SPECIAL INTERESTSSports Physical Therapy, Orthopedic Physical Therapy,
Neck & Back Pain
Randall Sullivan, M.D.
Psychiatric Medical Care of Great Plains601 West Leota, Suite C North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-7251
www.gprmc.com
MD 1983 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYUniversity of Chicago, Chicago, IL
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
With added qualifications in Addiction Psychiatry
SUBSPECIALTYAdolescent Psychiatry
Ajibade Adeladan, M.D.
Psychiatric Medical Care of Great Plains601 West Leota, Suite C North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-696-7251
www.gprmc.com
MD 1984 College of Medicine,
University of Ibaden, Nigeria
RESIDENCYColumbia University-Harlem Hospital, New York, NY
SURGERY RESIDENCYColumbia University-Harlem Hospital, New York, NY
INTERNSHIPColumbia University-Harlem Hospital, New York, NY
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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Caroline Sorenson, M.D.
Platte River Rehab Medicine, PC210 McNeel LaneNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-9100
www.PRRehab.com
MD 2001 University of Colorado School of Medicine
RESIDENCYUniversity of Colorado Health Science Center, Denver, CO
BOARD CERTIFIEDAmerican Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
SPECIAL INTERESTSMusculoskeletal Pain,
Spinal and Joint Injections, EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies,Neurological Rehabilitation, Medical Botox
Loretta Baca, M.D.
The Center for Health302 South JeffersNorth Platte, NE 69101T 308-534-6687TF 877-534-6687FAX 308-534-1874
www.yourcenterforhealth.com
MD1984 University of Colorado Medical School
RESIDENCYUniversity of Colorado & St. Joseph Hospital
FELLOWSHIPRheumatology, University of Colorado
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology
SPECIAL INTERESTSComplete Health Care, Alternative Medicine, Anti-aging
SPECIALISTSkincare Specialist
Permanent Makeup ArtiestCosmetologist
Reflexology - Pedicures
Professional TechniquesDiamond Microdermabrasion, Microcurrent Facelift,Ageing, Sun Damage, Wrinkles, Circulation, Elastin,
Scars, Pigmented Skin, Permanent Eyebrows, Eyeliner,Lip Liner & Full Lip Color.
The latest in hair color & all the newest in fashion,when it comes to your hair style. Reflexology when it
comes to your feet!
Gwen Golden Frye
Beyond Envy721 East B. StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-530-6328
Christopher C. Seip, M.D.
North Platte Surgical Associates, PC516 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
308-534-5370
MD1999 University of Nebraska
Medical Center, Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYMichigan State University, Lansing, MI
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Surgery
Timothy P. O’Holleran, M.D.
North Platte Surgical Associates, PC516 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
308-534-5370
MD1977 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYWesley Medical Center, Wichita, KS
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Surgery
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Blaine M. Cornelius, PA-C
Twin Rivers Urgent Care, LLC220 West Leota StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2900F 308-534-2903
EDUCATION2005 Master’s Degree of Physician Assistant
Studies, University of Nebraska MedicalCenter, Omaha, NE
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONSNebraska Physician Assistant,
NCPPA Board Certified
Jill S. McAdam, PA-C
Twin Rivers Urgent Care, LLC220 West Leota StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2900F 308-534-2903
EDUCATION1994 Master Degree of Physician Assistant Studies,
University of Nebraska Medical Center,Omaha, NE
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONSNebraska Physician Assistant,
NCPPA Board Certified
Wayne K. Weston, M.D.
Twin Rivers Urgent Care, LLC220 West Leota StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2900F 308-534-2903
EDUCATION1965 University of Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONSMedical Doctor,
American Board of Family Practice
Bryan D. Nokelby, M.D.
Twin Rivers Urgent Care, LLC220 West Leota StreetNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-2900F 308-534-2903
EDUCATION1994 Creighton University of Medicine,
Omaha, NE
RESIDENCYFamily Practice Residency of Idaho,
Boise, ID
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONSMedical Doctor,
American Board of Family Medicine
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Chicago, IL
RESIDENCYUniformed Health Education Consortium
San Antonio, TX
INTERNSHIPWilford Hall Medical Center
Lackland Air Force Base, TX
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Urology
Michael Gallentine, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center611 West Francis, Suite 230North Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-3232
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MD2003 Georgetown University School of Medicine
Washington, DC
INTERNSHIPGeorgetown University Hospital
Washington, DC
RESIDENCYGeorgetown University Hospital
Washington, DC
BOARD CERTIFICATIONAmerican Board of Urology
Millie Pevzner, M.D.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center611 West LeotaNorth Platte, NE 69101
T 308-534-3232
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600 EAST FRANCIS • NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101(308)534-1873 • (800)815-6266 • FAX (308)534-1866
SERVING A 75 MILE RADIUS AROUND NORTH PLATTE
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‘ The Lindens ’Dignity in Life
4000 West Philip Avenue(308) 532-5774 phone
(308) 532-6252 fax
Linden Court
Our Family Serving Your Family“Proud Members of the Vetter Health Services Family”
Tim Jordison, Administrator • www.thelindens-northplatte.com
Linden Estates
3700 West Philip Avenuephone (308) 534-8808 or 539-1719fax (308) 534-8818
A Continuing Care Retirement Community offering a carefree independent lifestyle, assisted living, 24 hour skilled care, physical, occupational, speech
and outpatient therapies, as well as Alzheimer’s and related dementia support.
Indian Hills Manor
We are a family oriented health care provider
dedicated to excellence whose mission is to enhance
the lives of those we serve by providing quality care
with respect, dignity and kindness.
A Member of the Lantis Living Network
1720 NORTH SPRUCE • OGALLALA, NE
308-284-4068
WE PROVIDE YOU: • PERSONALIZED SERVICES • QUALITY DINING • INDEPENDENCE • CHOICE OF RESIDENCES
WEL-Life at Ogallala• HOME-LIKE ENVIRONMENT
• COMPANIONSHIP • SAFTEY & SECURITY
“Western HospitalityWith A Smile.”
Our Family Assisting Your Family
1610 North Spruce • Ogallala, NE 69153308-284-2620 • www.wlogallala.com
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621 W. Francis, North Platte • 308-534-8800www.npsurgerycenter.com
E X P E R I E N C E T H E B E S T
ANESTHESIOLOGYMichael Pochop MD 621 W Francis 534-8800
FAMILY PRACTICEKent Allison MD 811 William Avenue 696-2273Jason Citta MD 611 W Francis #100 534-2532Gary Conell MD 611 W Francis #100 534-2532David Lindley MD 811 William Avenue 696-2273Shawn Murdock MD 611 W. Francis #100 534-2532Douglas States MD 209 McNeel Lane 534-8383
GENERALBrendon Curtis MD 516 W Leota 534-5370Timothy O'Holleran MD 516 W Leota 534-5370Chris Seip MD 516 W Leota 534-5370
INTERNAL MEDICINERon Asher MD 500 W Leota #150 532-3022Mark Nielsen MD 500 W Leota #150 532-3022Susan Schuckert MD 209 McNeel Lane 534-8383Eric Schwartzkopf MD 500 W Leota #150 532-3022
OBSTETRICS - GYNECOLOGYMichael Bianco MD 1115 S Willow 534-4804Chris Johng MD 1115 S Willow 534-4804Michael Trierweiler MD 1115 S Willow 534-4804Walt Weaver MD 1115 S Willow 534-4804
OPHTHALMOLOGYJames Shreck MD 1307 S Willow 532-3937Mark Young MD 1214 West A 532-5960
ORALSteven Hinze DDS 921 S Willow 532-5283Benjamin Lashley DDS 805 S. Maple 534-1289Jonathan Simpson DDS 321 East 3rd Street 534-1332
ORTHOPAEDIC Scott Carroll DO 215 McNeel Lane 534-6655J.D. Hannah MD 215 McNeel Lane 534-6655Mark McKenzie MD 215 McNeel Lane 534-6655Ben Bissell MD 215 McNeel Lane 534-6655
OTOLARYNGOLOGYElaine Fitzpatrick MD 801 William 532-3330Phillip Fitzpatrick MD 801 William 532-3330Mark Keller MD 1307 S. Willow 534-0368Roger Simpson MD 108 East C 532-6165
PHYSIATRYCaroline Sorenson MD 210 McNeel Lane 534-9100
PODIATRYAlicia Ericksen DPM 815 S. Maple 532-3600Rich Raska DPM 815 S. Maple 532-3600Clinton Schafer DPM 815 S. Maple 532-3600
UROLOGYMichael Gallentine MD 611 W Francis 534-3232
What should our community know about the North Platte Surgery Center?The North Platte Surgery Center (NPSC) is licensed as an independent,freestanding ambulatory surgery center (ASC) and performs surgeries thatdo not require an over-night admission following the surgical procedure(s).Every patient has the choice where their surgery will be performed. Askingyour doctor to perform your surgery in an ASC, such the NPSC, can saveyou significant money and time and will provide you and your doctor with thehighest level of surgical quality, convenience and efficiency.NPSC is a multi-specialty ASC with over 35 physicians within 12 differentspecialties performing an average of 4,200 cases per year. North Platte'scommunity physicians have a high preference for utilizing NPSC due to itsexcellent staff and operation efficiency.
How long has the North Platte Surgery Center been in operation andhow long have ASCs been in existence?NPSC celebrated its 8th year of operation in May 2011 and has successfullygrown and served North Platte and 15 surrounding counties each year since 2003.The first ASC opened in 1970 and today over 20 million surgeries are performedeach year in the more than 6,000 surgery centers across the United States.
What types of surgeries are performed at North Platte Surgery Center?NPSC performs, among many others, the following procedures within the following specialties; Orthopedics, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, InternalMedicine, Family Physicians, ENT, Podiatry, GYN, and Oral.
Why are ASCs, and specifically the North Platte Surgery Center, thebest choice for outpatient surgery?1. Patient safety and satisfaction is always the number one goal and our 98.8%patient satisfaction is driven by our staff expertise, convenience and efficiency.2. Cost-effectiveness. Each year, Medicare saves an estimated $3 billionbecause procedures are performed at ASCs, rather than hospital outpatientdepartments (HOPDs) due to different reimbursement models. Patients likeASCs because they bring them value. A study conducted by BlueCross/Blue Shield revealed that, on average, procedures that are performedin ASCs cost 47% less than those same procedures performed in hospitaloutpatient departments (HOPDs).The keys to the success of NPSC are cost-effective surgery, high patientand physician satisfaction, and a superior staff. Ask your doctor to performyour surgery at NPSC so you can "experience the best".
Leading The Way In Outpatient SurgeryPAID ADVERTISEMENT
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othenburg Memorial HospitalG ...A Vital Link910 20th St. • PO Box 469
308-537-3661 • fax 308-537-3074
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More than 60 yearsof combined serviceThe A-Team
Great Plains Sports & Therapy Center1115 Cottonwood, North Platte, NE
CALL 308-696-7456 FOR INFORMATION
Your A-Team | When the big game is on the line, you want yourA-Team on the court or field, fighting hard and defeating the competition.It’s no different when it comes to pain, injuries and rehabilitation – youwant the A-Team helping you get back in the game.
You expect an A-Team to exceed your expectations... our facility, equip-ment and therapists are ready to work for you! You’ll get all of that andmore at Great Plains.
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Cory D. MorrisOTR/L CLT CPAMDirector of RehabilitationRegistered and LicensedOccupational TherapistCertified Lymphedema TherapistLicensed in Physical AgentModalities (CPAM)Over 10 years experience intreating outpatient upperextremity and hand patients.
Amy G. ConnerMOT/OTR/LRegistered and LicensedOccupational Therapist
Todd GrotheLATC, CSTSLicensed Athletic TrainerCertified Athletic TrainerCertified Strength TrainingSpecialistEmergency Medical TechnicianIntermediateMember of National AthleticTrainer’s Association (NATA)Member of Internal Weightlifting Association (IWA)Level One Certified Coach
Melissa J. HarmonMS CCC/SLPLCertified and Licensed inSpeech Language Pathology
Jeff KautzPT, ATC, CSCSLicensed Physical TherapistLicensed and Certified AthleticTrainerCertified Strength andConditioning SpecialistCertified Clinical InstructorCertified Manual TherapyLevel II, Level III in August 09Orthopedic and Sports injuries and rehabilitationNeck and Back Pain
Chad KershnerPT, DPT, CSCSLicensed in Physical TherapyCertified Strength andConditioning SpecialistMember of the AmericanPhysical Therapy AssociationMember of the National Strengthand Conditioning AssociationMember of the NebraskaPhysical Therapy AssociationNeuromuscular Rehabilitation, Orthopedics,Sports Rehabilitation
Laren A. RoperMSOTR/L CPAMRegistered and LicensedOccupational TherapistLicensed in Physical AgentModalities (CPAM)Certified in FCE, JPA, andSPA industrial rehabilitationassessments.Certified in Saeboflex FunctionalArm Training ProgramOver 15 years of experience in treating outpatient,upper extremity, hand, and return to work therapy.
Darrick R. ParkerPTRehab SupervisorLicensed in Physical TherapyMember of the AmericanPhysical Therapist AssociationMember of the NebraskaPhysical Therapy Association
Doug LongPhD, CES, ATC/LATLicensed Athletic TrainerCertified by National AthleticTrainers AssociationCertified by American Collegeof Sports Medicine as aClinical Exercise SpecialistMember of National AthleticTrainer’s Association (NATA)Member of American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)District Officer in NATA District 5
Gloria A. SpiehsMSOTR/L CPAMRegistered and LicensedOccupational TherapistLicensed in Physical AgentModalities (CPAM)10 years of experience intreating inpatient, outpatient,and home health patients.
Kaylene J. SodawasserOTR/L CLT CPAMRegistered and LicensedOccupational TherapistCertified Lymphedema TherapistLicensed in Physical AgentModalities (CPAM)Certified in FCE, JPA, andSPA industrial rehabilitationassessments.Over 20 years of experience intreating outpatient upper extremity and hand patients.
Kim RyanPTLicensed in Physical TherapyAcute CareGeriatricsMyofascial Release and ProtonicsJoint Camp for total knee andhip replacement at GPRMC
Kristin VyhnalekMS, PTLicensed in Physical TherapyCertified in FunctionalCapacity EvaluationsMember of the AmericanPhysical Therapy AssociationMember of the NebraskaPhysical Therapy AssociationOutpatient Orthopedics,Pediatrics (medical and educational), Aquatic Therapy