Medical Specialists
Every week, top medical specialists in a wide range of disciplines keep regular office hours right here at Tri Valley Health System, which means that the advanced care you need for special conditions can be accomplished without the time and expense of a lengthy drive.
To schedule an appointment with a specialist provider contact Central Scheduling at 308-697-3329.
Every week, top medical specialists in a wide range of disciplines keep regular office hours right here at Tri Valley Health System, which means that the advanced care you need for special conditions can be accomplished without the time and expense of a lengthy drive.
To schedule an appointment with a specialist provider contact Central Scheduling at 308-697-3329.
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Anesthesia
Holly Lashmet, CRNA:
Tri Valley Health System |
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Holly Lashmet, CRNA, graduated from the University of Kansas Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesia program in 2004. She served as Chief CRNA for 14 providers in Topeka, Kansas and then became a solo provider on call 24/7 at Community Medical Center in Falls City, NE.
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Cardiology
Joseph Kummer, MD:
Bryan Heart Institute |
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Dr. Kummer received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
CardiologyMatthew Johnson, MD:
Bryan Heart Institute |
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Dr. Johnson received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He completed his fellowship at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and is board-certified by the American
Board of Internal Medicine with a subspecialty certification in Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology.
Board of Internal Medicine with a subspecialty certification in Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology.
Cardiology |
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Dr. Denney received his medical degree from Creighton University and specializes in cardiovascular disease, nuclear cardiology & internal medicine.
GynecologyTodd Pankratz, MD:
Obstetricians & Gynecologists PC |
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Dr. Pankratz received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine in Omaha in 1992 and he served his residency training at Truman Medical Center/St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. He is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
OncologyCynthia Lewis, MD:
Nebraska Medical Center |
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Dr. Cynthia M. Lewis, MD, is a board-certified hematologist/oncologist. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Dr. Lewis completed her hematology/oncology fellowship and received her medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha. Dr. Lewis has been in practice since 1996.
OphthalmologyThomas J. Clinch, MD:
Kearney Eye Institute |
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Dr. Clinch received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He completed his Internship at Naval Medical Center in Virginia and his Residency at Ohio State University.
Orthopedic SurgeryChris Wilkinson, MD:
Kearney Orthopedic & Sports Medicine |
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Dr. Wilkinson completed his medical degree from the University of Nebraska in Omaha. He then completed his residency in general surgery at Maricopa County General Hospital & in orthopedic surgery from Phoenix Integrated Orthopedics.
Orthopedic SurgeryAdam Schapmann, PA:
Kearney Orthopedic & Sports Medicine |
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Adam Schapmann, PA-C earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Nebraska-Kearney and his Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Adam has been the Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant at Kearney Regional Medical Center since September of 2020.
Orthopedic SurgeryEric Verploeg, MD:
Rural Partners in Medicine |
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Eric Verploeg, MD holds a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Iowa, College of Medicine. Born in Omaha, Dr. Verploeg did his undergraduate work at Iowa State. In 1982, after obtaining his MD, he performed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of New Mexico Hospitals in Albuquerque, New Mexico until 1987. A fellowship in Orthopaedic Traumatology then took him abroad to Switzerland and Germany.
In late 1987, he returned to the states for Sports Medicine work with Hughston Orthopedic Clinic in Columbus, Georgia and, shortly after, partnered with John R Steadman, MD of South Lake Tahoe, California, during a fellowship focusing in Knee & Sports Medicine until July 1988.
Dr. Verploeg holds membership in many professional organizations including the Colorado Orthopaedic Society since 1989 and the Denver Medical Society since 1993. He is a fellow with the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, as well as with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
In late 1987, he returned to the states for Sports Medicine work with Hughston Orthopedic Clinic in Columbus, Georgia and, shortly after, partnered with John R Steadman, MD of South Lake Tahoe, California, during a fellowship focusing in Knee & Sports Medicine until July 1988.
Dr. Verploeg holds membership in many professional organizations including the Colorado Orthopaedic Society since 1989 and the Denver Medical Society since 1993. He is a fellow with the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, as well as with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
PainDr. J Paul Meyer:
Med-Care, Inc. |
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Dr. J Paul Meyer is an Iowa native and has been a long time resident of Grand Island, Nebraska. He received his undergraduate degree in pharmacology and medical doctorate from South Dakota State. Dr. Meyer then completed his residency in anesthesiology at the University of Kansas. Dr. Meyer is board certified in anesthesiology and anesthesiology & pain medicine by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
PodiatryRussell Carlston, DPM
ruralMED Health Cooperative |
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Dr. Russell Carlston is a highly-skilled foot and ankle surgeon. A Colorado native, he attended the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs. After that he attended Barry University in Miami, FL, where he earned a Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine. He went on to complete a three-year residency in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery with the added credential in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery at St. Joseph Medical Center in Houston, TX. While in residency, he gained comprehensive training in forefoot, midfoot, and rearfoot surgery, trauma, wound care, diabetic foot care, and reconstructive surgery.
PodiatryDusty Christensen, DPM:
Great Plains Foot & Ankle Specialists |
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Dr. Dusty Christensen attended medical school in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Christensen completed a foot and ankle surgical residency in South Bend, Indiana where he trained under renowned surgeons of the University of Notre Dame sports medicine team. Dr. Christensen is a board eligible surgeon through the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, in foot surgery and reconstructive rear foot and ankle surgery. He is an active member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and the American Podiatric Medical Association.
Dr. Christensen manages all aspects of foot and ankle care, including: total ankle replacements, rear foot and ankle reconstructive surgery, ankle arthroscopy, and trauma and sports Injuries
Dr. Christensen manages all aspects of foot and ankle care, including: total ankle replacements, rear foot and ankle reconstructive surgery, ankle arthroscopy, and trauma and sports Injuries
PulmonaryDr. Kelpesh Ganatra:
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Dr. Kalpesh Ganatra received his medical degree from the University of Mumbai L.T.M. Medical College in Mumbai, India. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Guthrie Health Care System/Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pennsylvania. He was appointed as Chief Resident from 2001-2002. He completed his fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the Fletcher Allen Healthcare/University of Vermont in Burlington, VT.
Dr. Ganatra is: Board Certified in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and Internal Medicine, a Diplomate with the American Board of Sleep Medicine (D, ABSM), and a member of the American College of Chest Physicians, American Thoracic Society and American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
Dr. Ganatra is: Board Certified in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and Internal Medicine, a Diplomate with the American Board of Sleep Medicine (D, ABSM), and a member of the American College of Chest Physicians, American Thoracic Society and American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
Senior Life SolutionsDr. Dan Gillette:
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Dr. Daniel Gillette is a psychiatrist from Sioux City, Iowa. He received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. He completed his residency at the University of Kansas at Wichita and a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of New Mexico. He is board certified with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
UrologyDr. Robert Santa-Cruz:
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Dr. Robert Santa-Cruz is a fellowship-trained, board certified Urologic surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive techniques that treat male and female urologic cancers, urinary incontinence, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and sexual dysfunction. Dr. Santa-Cruz received his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Urologic Surgery from Duke University Medical Center and his fellowship in Urologic Oncology & Laprascopy from the University of North Carolina. Dr. Santa-Cruz is a 20 year plus member of the American Urology Association and the Society of Robotic Surgery.
Wound CareSally Farquhar APRN:
Tri Valley Health System |
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Sally graduated with her degree in Family Nurse Practitioner from UNMC in 2014. She then worked for Tri Valley Health System before taking time off for her family. Sally is now providing care in the Advanced Wound Care Clinic on Thursdays in Cambridge.
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Telemedicine
For other specialties such as psychiatry and neurology or for visits with a specialist between their regularly scheduled outreach clinic at Tri Valley, patients are able to connect with medical professionals through Telemedicine. Tri Valley currently has two systems utilized for patient care as well as staff training.
For other specialties such as psychiatry and neurology or for visits with a specialist between their regularly scheduled outreach clinic at Tri Valley, patients are able to connect with medical professionals through Telemedicine. Tri Valley currently has two systems utilized for patient care as well as staff training.
