Our family practice physicians and mid-level providers are dedicated to treating the whole person. They treat each organ, every disease, all ages and both genders. The cornerstone of family medicine is an ongoing, personal patient-physician relationship focused on integrated care. This group of staff work tirelessly to build healthier communities.
Family Practice
Melissa Anderson, PA-C
Location: Hillman Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Northern Michigan University 2008 BS degree Biology-Physiology, University of New England 2010 MS Physician Assistant
Memberships: American Academy of Physician Assistants, Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants
Memberships: American Academy of Physician Assistants, Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants
Jill Barsen, PA-C
Location: Rogers City Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Central Michigan University
Amy Brewbaker, FNP-BC
Location: Cheboygan School Based
Specialty: Family Nurse Practitioner
Graduate of Ferris Sate University (BSN) and Michigan State University (MSN-FNP)
Special Interest: Pediatrics
Memberships: Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Hobbies: Bowling, golf, running, riding my motorcycle, spending time with my husband, Joe, and dog, Scooby-Doo.
Special Interest: Pediatrics
Memberships: Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Hobbies: Bowling, golf, running, riding my motorcycle, spending time with my husband, Joe, and dog, Scooby-Doo.
Amy Code, FNP-C
Location: Hillman Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of of University of Michigan - Flint (MSN)
Memberships: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners
Monica Dziesinki, PA-C
Location: Rogers City
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of: Central Michigan University
Special Interest: Acute and chronic conditions in all ages.
Special Interest: Acute and chronic conditions in all ages.
Holly Ehrke, FNP-C
Location: Onaway Health Center
Specialty: Family Nurse Practitioner
Graduate of Michigan State University (MSN) and Ferris State University (BSN)
Special Interest: Wellness Care & Women's Health
Memberships: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners, Sigma Theta Tau International - Nursing Honor Society
I was born and raised in Rogers City. I have been a RN for 24 years and have worked mostly in the Emergency Room. I was the program manager at the SBHC in Onaway. I am married with three daughters, and have lived in Onaway for 20 years. I enjoy attending the Cardinals sporting events, playing with my dogs and enjoying the out of doors. I am very excited to be back home working in my community.
Special Interest: Wellness Care & Women's Health
Memberships: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners, Sigma Theta Tau International - Nursing Honor Society
I was born and raised in Rogers City. I have been a RN for 24 years and have worked mostly in the Emergency Room. I was the program manager at the SBHC in Onaway. I am married with three daughters, and have lived in Onaway for 20 years. I enjoy attending the Cardinals sporting events, playing with my dogs and enjoying the out of doors. I am very excited to be back home working in my community.
Lindsey Grace, MSN, FNP
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Saginaw Valley University, BSN, Georgetown University, MSN.
Memberships: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Marion Hautea, MD
Location: Rogers City Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of University of Perpetual Health System , Laguna Philippines
Residency: Kline Family Practice Harrisburg, PA
Memberships: American Academy of Family Practitioners, American Board of Family Medicine, American Medical Association, American College of Physician Executives
Residency: Kline Family Practice Harrisburg, PA
Memberships: American Academy of Family Practitioners, American Board of Family Medicine, American Medical Association, American College of Physician Executives
Cheryl Henry, MSN FNP-BC
Location: Fairview Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of University of Michigan (BSN) and Saginaw Valley State University (MSN)
Special Interest: Family Medicine, Nutritional Impact on Chronic Conditions, and Sports
Memberships: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Hobbies: Sewing, Gardening, and Cats
Special Interest: Family Medicine, Nutritional Impact on Chronic Conditions, and Sports
Memberships: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Hobbies: Sewing, Gardening, and Cats
Manuel Hernandez, MD.
Location: Rogers City Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Medical School in Poland
Residency: Yonkers, NY
Memberships: American Academy of Family Practitioners
Residency: Yonkers, NY
Memberships: American Academy of Family Practitioners
Jemellee Jacala-Tadian, MD
Location: Hillman Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of American University of the Caribbean, State University of New York
Special Interest: Family Practice Residency: Oakwood Annapolis Hospital
Memberships: American Academy of Family Practitioners, Philippine Medical Association of Michigan
Special Interest: Family Practice Residency: Oakwood Annapolis Hospital
Memberships: American Academy of Family Practitioners, Philippine Medical Association of Michigan
Julie LaFave, FNP-BC
Location: Onaway School Based
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Michigan State University (MSN) and the University of Michigan (BSN), MCMC (RN)
Special interest: Pediatric Medicine and Mental Health
Special interest: Pediatric Medicine and Mental Health
Cody Lawnichak, PA-C
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Indiana State University, Master of Physician Assistant Program, 2014
Special interest: Dermatology
Memberships:Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, Indiana Academy of Physician Assistants
Special interest: Dermatology
Memberships:Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, Indiana Academy of Physician Assistants
Abby MacArthur, PA-C
Location: Hillman Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Lincoln Memorial University Physician Assistant Program
Special Interest: Nephrology
Memberships: Christian Medical and Dental Association
Special Interest: Nephrology
Memberships: Christian Medical and Dental Association
Wayne McEwen, PA-C
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Adrian College 1997, Alderson-Broaddus College-2002
Memberships: American Academy of Physicians Assistants
As a lifelong resident of Northern Michigan, Wayne started his career here at Thunder Bay Community Health Service back in 2002. On his free time he enjoys the outdoors and spending time with his family.
Memberships: American Academy of Physicians Assistants
As a lifelong resident of Northern Michigan, Wayne started his career here at Thunder Bay Community Health Service back in 2002. On his free time he enjoys the outdoors and spending time with his family.
Elaine Smith, DO
Location: Onaway Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
Sarah Wallace, PA-C
Location: Onaway Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of University of Detroit Mercy with a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Physician Assistant studies.
She is passionate about healing and is accepting patients of all ages in need of care.
She is passionate about healing and is accepting patients of all ages in need of care.
Cori Williams, FNP-BC
Location: Rogers City Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Michigan State University (BSN) and Saginaw Valley State University (MSN, FNP)
Special Interest: Pediatrics and Health Maintenance
Memberships: Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Sigma Theta Tau International
From Alpena. Enjoys following my boy/girl twins around the state for travel soccer. Enjoy the outdoors.
Special Interest: Pediatrics and Health Maintenance
Memberships: Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Sigma Theta Tau International
From Alpena. Enjoys following my boy/girl twins around the state for travel soccer. Enjoy the outdoors.
Joshua Wyeth, PA-C
Location: Onaway Health Center
Specialty: Family Medicine
Graduate of Central Michigan University Bachelor's Degree Biomedical Science and Master's Degree Physician Assistant Studies
Special Interest: Dermatology
Memberships: American Academy of Physician Assistants; Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants
Special Interest: Dermatology
Memberships: American Academy of Physician Assistants; Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants
Dental Providers
Dr. Carlu, DDS
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: Dentistry
Graduate of University of Detroit School of Dentistry, 1968, Associate Degree in Orthodontics
Memberships: Michigan State Dental Association
Memberships: Michigan State Dental Association
Patrick Dionise, DDS
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: General Dentistry
Graduate of Michigan State University, BA, University of Michigan School of Dentistry.
Memberships: Michigan Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Kingery Club
Memberships: Michigan Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Kingery Club
Emily Hill, DDS
Location: Atlanta
Specialty: Dentistry
Graduate of University of Michigan School of Dentistry.
Memberships: American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association
Memberships: American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association
Dr. Bradford Rowe, BSE, DDS
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: Dentistry
Graduate of U of M School of Dentistry, Bachelor of Science of Engineering (BSE)- U of M
Memberships: Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Equilibration Society, Chicago Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, Vacation land Dental Society, Francis B. Vedder Society of Crown and Bridge Prosthodontics
Memberships: Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Equilibration Society, Chicago Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, Vacation land Dental Society, Francis B. Vedder Society of Crown and Bridge Prosthodontics
Jeffrey Taylor, DDS
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: Dentistry
Graduate of The Medical College of Virginia, MCV/VCU School of Dentistry, Richmond, VA, 1979
Memberships: American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, Saginaw Valley Dental Society
Memberships: American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, Saginaw Valley Dental Society
Carol Wiese, DDS
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: Dentistry
Graduate of Madison Area Technical College with an Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene, Eastern Michigan University with a BS in Biochemistry, University of Michigan Dental School. I am a member of the American Dental Association and Michigan Dental Association.
Carol grew up in a small town( smaller than Atlanta) in South Dakota. She came from a rather large family, with six sisters and three brothers. Carol has now been married for 31 years with two children of her own and a dog. Her and her husband enjoy biking, kayaking, backpacking, skiing, Wisconsin Badger football and motorcycles.
Carol grew up in a small town( smaller than Atlanta) in South Dakota. She came from a rather large family, with six sisters and three brothers. Carol has now been married for 31 years with two children of her own and a dog. Her and her husband enjoy biking, kayaking, backpacking, skiing, Wisconsin Badger football and motorcycles.
Optometry
Edward P. Kosanke, OD
Location: Rogers City
Specialty: Optometrist/ Contact Lenses
Graduate of Illinois College of Optometry
Memberships: Michigan Optometric Association
American Optometric Association
Memberships: Michigan Optometric Association
American Optometric Association
Jessie LaLonde, OD
Location: Rogers City
Specialty: Optometry
Graduate of Michigan College of Optometry
After graduation in 2015 Dr. LaLonde completed her residency in ocular disease at the VA Wyoming Health Center where she enjoyed working with our nation's veterans. Dr. LaLonde is excited to welcome patients of all ages and looks forward to providing comprehensive eye care in her hometown.
After graduation in 2015 Dr. LaLonde completed her residency in ocular disease at the VA Wyoming Health Center where she enjoyed working with our nation's veterans. Dr. LaLonde is excited to welcome patients of all ages and looks forward to providing comprehensive eye care in her hometown.
Integrated Behavioral Health
Susan Allred, LMSW
Location: Fairview Health Center
Specialty: Clinical Social Work
Graduate of Northern Michigan University (BSW) and Michigan State University (MSW).
Special Interest: Geriatrics, grief and loss along with issues of spirituality.
Memberships: National Association of Certified Social Workers (NASW) and Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW).
Special Interest: Geriatrics, grief and loss along with issues of spirituality.
Memberships: National Association of Certified Social Workers (NASW) and Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW).
Leah Arnold, LMSW
Location: Onaway School Based
Specialty: Clinical Social Work
Graduate of Central Michigan University (BS Psychology) and Grand Valley State University (MSW)
Special Interest: School Social Work
Special Interest: School Social Work
Nicole Burr, LMSW
Location: Wolverine School
Specialty: Clinical Social Worker
Graduate of Spring Arbor University- (BSW), Grand Valley State University- (MSW)
Special Interest: Mental Health, Trauma, and Children and Families.
Special Interest: Mental Health, Trauma, and Children and Families.
Keisha Carroll, LMSW
Location: Cheboygan East Elementary School
Specialty: Clinical Social Work
Graduate of University of Michigan- Ann Arbor Bachelors in Psychology and a Masters in Social Work
Memberships: Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health
Special Interest: Infant Mental Health, Early Childhood, Trauma, Grief and Loss, and Play Therapy
Memberships: Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health
Special Interest: Infant Mental Health, Early Childhood, Trauma, Grief and Loss, and Play Therapy
Jay Chambers, LPC
Location: Inverness Academy School
Specialty: Adolescent and Family Therapist
Graduate of: Spring Arbor University
Special Interest: Trauma, Substance Abuse and Addictions, Depression and Anxiety
Special Interest: Trauma, Substance Abuse and Addictions, Depression and Anxiety
Laura Desgrange, LPC
Location: Joburg-Lewiston School
Specialty: Professional Counselor
Graduate of: Grand Valley State University
Special Interest: Children, Trauma Focused
Memberships: National Board of Certified Counselors
Laura enjoys being outdoors, camping, fishing, riding motorcycles, and taking trips.
Special Interest: Children, Trauma Focused
Memberships: National Board of Certified Counselors
Laura enjoys being outdoors, camping, fishing, riding motorcycles, and taking trips.
Kristine Goodroe, LPC
Location: Hale School
Specialty: Trauma and Domestic Violence
Graduate of Spring Arbor University (MSW) and North Central University (PhD).
Special Interest: Marriage and Family Therapy
On Kristine's free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and three kids. Together they love to explore different parts of the U. S. together on our down time.
Special Interest: Marriage and Family Therapy
On Kristine's free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and three kids. Together they love to explore different parts of the U. S. together on our down time.
Constance Guthrie, LMSW
Location: Lewiston School
Specialty: Clinical Social Work
Graduate of Oakland University (BSW) and Michigan State University (MSW).
Special Interest: Children, Families, Early Childhood, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief and loss.
Memberships: National Association of Social Workers, Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health
Special Interest: Children, Families, Early Childhood, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief and loss.
Memberships: National Association of Social Workers, Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health
Meaghan Hoffmann, LMSW
Location: Cheboygan Intermediate
Specialty: Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Graduate of Wayne State University (MSW) and Lake Superior State University (BS)
Memberships: Infant Mental Health, NASW
Special Interest: Infant Mental Health Play Therapy, Brief Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Parent Management Rraining - Oregon Model
Spending time with friends and family, outdoor activities, going for walks with my dogs.
Memberships: Infant Mental Health, NASW
Special Interest: Infant Mental Health Play Therapy, Brief Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Parent Management Rraining - Oregon Model
Spending time with friends and family, outdoor activities, going for walks with my dogs.
Katherine Hughey, LMSW
Location: Vanderbelt
Specialty: Professional Counselor
Graduate of Northwester Michigan College, Ferris State University (BS) and Grand Valley State University (MSW).
Mary Jameson, LMSW
Location: Hillman Health Center
Specialty: Solution Focused Brief Therapy- Motivational Interviewing
Graduate of Grand Valley State University (MSW).
Special Interest: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Memberships: NASW and MP&A
Special Interest: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Memberships: NASW and MP&A
Veronica Jung, LMSW
Location: Onaway Health Center
Specialty: Clinical Social Worker
Graduate of Grand Valley State University, 2002
Special Interest: Trauma Survivors
Special Interest: Trauma Survivors
Laura Kauffman, LMSW
Location: Fairview School
Specialty: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (including Trauma-Focused) and Play Therapy
Graduate of Indiana University (Masters in Social Work) and Spring Arbor College (BA in Social Work)
Special Interest: Adoption and Foster-Care, Anxiety/Trauma, Depression and Adjustment Issues
Over 25 years experience in the field from positions in home healthcare, hospice, mental health and private practice, priror to school-based services.
Music, drama, nature photography, reading stories to kids. Married, with 2 children through adoption.
Special Interest: Adoption and Foster-Care, Anxiety/Trauma, Depression and Adjustment Issues
Over 25 years experience in the field from positions in home healthcare, hospice, mental health and private practice, priror to school-based services.
Music, drama, nature photography, reading stories to kids. Married, with 2 children through adoption.
Michelle Klein, LMSW
Location: Mio AuSable Schools
Specialty: Clinical Social Worker
Graduate of Spring Arbor University, BSW, MSW.
Special Interest: Trauma, Child Welfare, Attachment Mindfulness/ Meditation.
Memberships: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Internal Association.
Special Interest: Trauma, Child Welfare, Attachment Mindfulness/ Meditation.
Memberships: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Internal Association.
Pam Knaffle, LMSW
Location: Cheboygan School Based
Specialty: Social Work
Graduated from Michigan State University (MSW) and Madonna University (BSW)
Special Interest: School Social Work
Membership: NASW
Enjoys boating, basketball, playing board games with my family and friends.
Special Interest: School Social Work
Membership: NASW
Enjoys boating, basketball, playing board games with my family and friends.
Anna Krueger, LMSW
Location: Atlanta and Hillman Schools
Specialty: Child Development, Mental Illness, Hospice & Gried Counseling
Graduate of Madonna University, BA. Graduate degree from Michigan State University
On Anna's free time she enjoys camping, kayaking, swimming, and spending time with her family.
On Anna's free time she enjoys camping, kayaking, swimming, and spending time with her family.
Dana Labar, LPC
Location: Rogers City High School
Specialty: Behavioral Health in Education
Graduate of Central Michigan University (BS) and Northern Michigan University (MA).
Memberships: Midwest Association of Trio and College Access and Success Professional , Michigan College Access Programs and Personnel, and a Member of the TriO Council for Opportunity in Education.
Memberships: Midwest Association of Trio and College Access and Success Professional , Michigan College Access Programs and Personnel, and a Member of the TriO Council for Opportunity in Education.
RJ Neeland, LPC
Location: Inland Lakes Secondary
Specialty: Counseling
Graduate of Spring Arbor University.
Nina Niemetta, LMSW
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: Clinical Social Work
Graduate of Wayne State University (MSW), Madonna University (B.S. and B.S.W.)
Special Interest: Children and Families, Trauma, Mental Illness and Adjustment Disorders
On Nina's spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, walking her three dogs, singing, and music.
Special Interest: Children and Families, Trauma, Mental Illness and Adjustment Disorders
On Nina's spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, walking her three dogs, singing, and music.
Cathy O'Brien, LMSW
Location: Posen Consolidated Schools
Specialty: Clinical Social Work
Graduate of Michigan State University, Blended Program - Masters of Social Work, 2011
Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
Stephany Peffers, LMSW
Location: Mackinaw City School
Specialty: Professional Counselor
Graduate of Lake Superior State (BS) in Criminal Justice and Spring Arbor University (MSW).
Kim Sumerix, LMSW
Location: Rogers City Health Center
Specialty: Counseling
Graduate of Michigan State University
Susan Whitener, LPC
Location: Inland Lake Schools
Specialty: Counseling
Graduate of Central Michigan University.
Memberships: American Counseling Association, NAECHY, Friends of Inland Lakes Schools
Memberships: American Counseling Association, NAECHY, Friends of Inland Lakes Schools
Pharmacy
Erin K. Bollinger, PharmD
Location: Rogers City Health Center
Specialty: Pharmacy
Graduate of Lake Superior State University (BS) and Oregon State University (PharmD)
Special Interest: Geriatrics
Memberships: Michigan Pharmacist's Association
Hobbies: Family time, biking, fishing, running dogs
Special Interest: Geriatrics
Memberships: Michigan Pharmacist's Association
Hobbies: Family time, biking, fishing, running dogs
Keith Ganshorn, RPh.
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: Pharmacy
Graduate of Ferris State University
Lori Wineman, PharmD
Location: Atlanta Health Center
Specialty: Pharmacy
Graduate of Ferris State University, Doctor Of Pharmacy (RPhD)
Special Interest: Immunizations, Community Pharmacy
Memberships: Michigan Pharmacist Association, Michigan Community Pharmacist Association
From Atlanta, MI, currently resides in Atlanta, MI. Married with 2 children; Enjoys reading, crafting and flower gardening.
Special Interest: Immunizations, Community Pharmacy
Memberships: Michigan Pharmacist Association, Michigan Community Pharmacist Association
From Atlanta, MI, currently resides in Atlanta, MI. Married with 2 children; Enjoys reading, crafting and flower gardening.
Betty Clymer, RPh.
Location: Onaway Health Center
Specialty: Pharmacy
Graduate of Ferris State University
Memberships: Michigan Board of Pharmacy
Betty enjoys reading, gardening, hunting, fishing, and camping.
Memberships: Michigan Board of Pharmacy
Betty enjoys reading, gardening, hunting, fishing, and camping.