A native of Lakewood, Colorado, Kara graduated with a bachelor’s in Cellular/Molecular Biology from Cal State, Chico and a Master’s degree in Integrative Physiology from CU Boulder where she completed research in how to promote healthy aging. Kara continued her educated by earning a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Stanford University where she completed a concentration in Community Health, involving independently led research into promoting health in elementary school-aged children through schools. As a physician assistant, Kara’s clinical interests include preventive medicine, cardiology, women’s health and working with patients of all ages.“My goal is to meet the patient where they are at, always assess their health goals first, and use their goals to help guide patients to fulfilling lifestyles that promote health and manage chronic conditions.”Kara’s parents inspired her passion for health. Her mother is an occupational therapist and very caring, which she tries to emulate. Her father is always encouraging Kara and her sisters to explore new hobbies and be their best version. When not working, Kara enjoys running (she ran at an elite level for five years, culminating in her participation in the Olympic Marathon Trials), hiking, rafting, skiing, hunting, and spending time with her husband and dogs. Her top area of expertise is Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Chandler “Brooks” received his undergraduate degree in biology from Wingate University in Wingate, North Carolina in 2011. He remained at Wingate for graduate school and completed his Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies there in 2014. It was during his PA training that Brooks completed a rotation in cardiology and found himself immediately drawn to this field. He was fortunate to be hired for his first position out of training by the group with which he completed his cardiology rotation. After four years with this practice, he moved to Denver and began working at the University of Colorado Hospital in the Clinical Electrophysiology department. Brooks joined SCL Health because of its reputation for providing high quality cardiac care.“I am passionate about education. I view every encounter with a patient as an opportunity to educate them about their condition and ensure that I thoroughly answer their questions. I want my patients to know that they will always have my complete focus. My primary goal is ensuring that my patients understand their condition and treatment plan.”When not working, Brooks enjoys spending time with his fiancé and their four dogs. They love going to the mountains whether it be for taking their pups for a hike or to go skiing/snowboarding. Brooks is also passionate about reading and loves to unwind with a good mystery novel at night after work. Mr. Correll is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrial Tachycardia, and Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT).

"Jessica is originally from Houston, Texas. She earned a bachelor's degree in Biology and Chemistry from Texas Christian University followed by her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Following graduation from PA school, she moved back to Fort Worth where she practiced cardiology and electrophysiology for 8 years. She always had a passion for being outdoors with a love of hiking, running and snowboarding, seizing on the opportunity to continue practicing cardiology out here in Denver. As a cardiology PA specializing in electrophysiology, Jessica enjoys the complex challenges of the heart and getting to care for hearts in all stages of life.""I absolutely love every opportunity to get to sit down and build a relationship with my patients. I believe that the best medical care can only come through taking time to know my patients, listen to their stories and develop a plan that takes into account the whole person. I love providing explanations and education that allow my patients to understand their health conditions and to play an active part in their treatment. Being told you have a heart condition can generate a lot of anxiety in patients, and I enjoy getting to help patient develop a comprehensive understanding of their diagnosis and treatment options with the aim to take away much of that fear and empower them to be a proactive in their health and continue living a healthy lifestyle.""When Jessica is not at work, she enjoys anything that allows her to be outdoors and you can likely find her on an adventure in the mountains, running through town, or searching for the best places to eat around Denver.". Ms. Gamwell is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), and Atrial Tachycardia.

Born in a suburb of Seattle, Washington, Angela grew up in a military family. She spent parts of her childhood living on both coasts of the United States, as well as middle America and even spent some time living overseas. She is a board certified Physician Assistant, graduating from Red Rocks Community College Physician Assistant Program, and receiving a Master of Medical Science from St. Francis University in Loretto, Pennsylvania. Angela also holds a master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, which she received from Colorado State University and has been credentialed as a Registered Dietitian since 2004. Her clinical interests include women’s health, cardiology and internal medicine.“I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based healthcare while concurrently involving patients as active participants in their care. I am a great listener and am open to any questions you have.”When not working, Angela enjoys listening to music, reading biographies and non-fiction, spending time with her husband and daughter and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers.

A Colorado native, Zach is happy to be working in the neighborhood he grew up in. He attended Tufts University where he received an undergraduate degree in clinical psychology. He went on to earn a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Bridgeport. Zach’s clinical interests include psychiatry, rheumatology, infectious disease and internal medicine. As a provider, he is passionate about helping people live their best lives.“I try to listen to the patient's desires before making a decision on what treatment we're going to go for and present multiple options so they're in control of their own health.”When not working, Zach enjoys music, the outdoors, board games and craft beers. His top area of expertise is Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

Born and raised in Fort Collins, Colorado, Rachael received a bachelor's degree in Theater Arts from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado in 2006. She earned a master's degree in Medical Sciences & Physician Assistant Studies at Nova Southeastern University in Jacksonville, Florida in 2018. Following her education, she moved to Casper, Wyoming where she began practicing as a cardiology physician assistant prior to relocating back to Colorado where she currently works at the SCL Health Heart & Vascular Institute. Rachael has always had a passion for health sciences.“I take pride in doing work well. I am enthusiastic about partnering with patients to achieve wellness and reach their health goals. I constantly challenge myself to be a forever learner in this ever-changing field.”As a PA in cardiology, Rachael enjoys collaborating with her colleagues to develop the optimum plan for each patient at every stage of health. She is passionate about adhering to an evidence-based approach while remaining cognizant of the need to treat patients as individuals.When she is not at work, Rachael enjoys practicing yoga, cooking for her family and hanging out with her golden retriever, Darrell. Her top area of expertise is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Originally from a small town in Wyoming, Amity grew up in Denver, Colorado. As an undergraduate, she double majored and received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from Arizona State University in Tempe. Amity earned a Master of Medical Science, Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona. She has completed additional graduate training in medical ethics. Amity has worked in the medical industry for more than 20 years. Her clinical interests include targeted therapies for cancer, emerging treatment technologies and patient-centered support. Outside of her clinical work, Amity pursues learning about bioethics and developing strategies toward more equitable care delivery.“I am passionate about supporting the whole patient throughout the cancer experience. I will strive to listen and support patients physically and emotionally no matter where they are in their experience with cancer. I also support the use of many modalities of complementary therapies in the care and treatment of cancer.”When not at work, Amity spends her time working in her garden, reading, baking and traveling. Her top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Febrile Neutropenia, and Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.

Originally from Westminster, Colorado, Ginger always loved being able to help people and sought out a career where she could aid people in understanding their health conditions. Ginger earned a bachelor's degree in Chemistry, followed by a master's in Medical Science from Arcadia University in Glendale, Pennsylvania. She then moved to Pueblo, Colorado where she worked at a community health center for five years.“I believe you have to look at the whole patient and not just the disease or illness. Building the relationship between provider and patient allows healing to happen more efficiently. I hope that I am able to explain things in a way that allows my patients to understand their health better and improve it on all levels.”As a physician assistant, Ginger enjoys seeing a large variety of different conditions and is passionate about preventive medicine. When she is not at work, Ginger enjoys being outdoors and spending time with her family. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

"Born in Wisconsin and raised in Nevada, Vickie has worked in neurosurgery for 8 years. Prior to this, she worked in vascular surgery and completed a post graduate residency in surgery in Baltimore, Maryland. Vickie is interested in trauma and critical care and is passionate about providing quality patient care.""I strive to ensure patients receive high quality care and are educated about their disease process to make the best treatment decisions.""When not working, Vickie enjoys running, hiking and hanging out with her family.". Her top area of expertise is Cervical Myelopathy.

Born in Torrington, Connecticut, Bryan received his undergraduate degree in business management from Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, Connecticut. He attended Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where he earned a master's degree in health science as a physician assistant. Bryan also served in the United States Army Reserves as a sergeant in the Mortar Platoon in Springfield, Massachusetts.Bryan believes in living a healthy lifestyle focused on proper nutrition, daily exercise and sleep, and he helps teach patients how lifestyle can positively affect their heart health.“I take the time with each patient to ensure they understand what is going on with their cardiovascular system and discuss changes they can make to improve and prevent future problems."". His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Tachycardia, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), and Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT).

Jeffrey Hilburn is a Physician Assistant in Westminster, Colorado. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Fractured Spine, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Pulmonary Fibrosis. Mr. Hilburn is currently accepting new patients.

Katherine Weisenborn is a Physician Assistant in Thornton, Colorado. Ms. Weisenborn has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Her top area of expertise is Cervical Myelopathy. Ms. Weisenborn is currently accepting new patients.

Kristin Rygg is a Physician Assistant in Arvada, Colorado. Ms. Rygg has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Her top areas of expertise are Ptosis and Plaque Psoriasis. Ms. Rygg is currently accepting new patients.

Brooke Yates loves working close to home and taking care of the people in her community. Her philosophy of care is to individualize care to each patient, because every patient is different. She takes the time to get to know you and your unique needs, and takes pride in educating patients on how to live a healthy life.Brooke lives on a cattle ranch with her family, including two kids. Together they love riding horses, skiing, being outside and doing fun projects as a family.

A native Michigander, Drew earned her Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from Michigan State University in East Lansing and a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids. With a decade of experience, Drew has a passion for healthcare and people. She is especially interested in interventional cardiology.“I strive to make a difference and contribute to the health of my patients. I am here to help.”Outside of the office, Drew enjoys snowboarding, hiking, and spending time with her family and friends, and her Golden Retriever, Lily.

Ryan is originally from Elkridge, Maryland (near Baltimore). He earned his Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science followed by a Physician Assistant (PA) Certification and Master of Medical Science from a collaborative program at Anne Arundel Community College and Saint Francis University in Hanover, Maryland. Following his education, Ryan initially worked as a Hospitalist PA in southern Maryland. After two years, he transitioned to working as a Cardiology Physician Assistant at MedStar Medical Group Cardiology in Baltimore, Maryland where he worked for 4 ½ years. An interest in medical science and a complicated medical family history of cardiac disease prompted his interest in medicine and specifically, cardiology.He believes in partnering alongside his patients to provide evidence-based guidance to assist patients in making informed decisions regarding their care. He has interests in general cardiology. When not at work, Ryan enjoys hiking, skiing and spending time with his family on the east coast.

While she is originally from St. Joseph, Michigan, Heather has called Colorado home for more than 26 years. She attended John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, where she earned a pre-med/chemistry undergraduate degree. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska. With a special interest in cardiac surgery, Heather is passionate about education specifically for physician assistant students and those who are new to surgery.“I keep the focus on the patient and try to communicate to the best of my ability for patient understanding and clarity.”When not working, Heather can be found spending her time outdoors. Winter or summer she is very active with most outdoor activities including snowboarding, disc golf, regular golf, paddle boarding and snowshoeing…to name a few.

Kittra Hoskins, PA, is a compassionate and knowledgeable physician assistant specializing in weight loss and bariatric care in Denver, Colorado. With clinical interests in nutrition, general surgery, behavioral medicine, and sports medicine, Kittra takes a whole-person approach to health—focusing not just on weight loss, but on long-term lifestyle changes that improve overall well-being.“I seek to empower individuals by providing the best possible care that aligns with their unique needs and goals.”Originally from Lakewood, CO, Kittra is passionate about being a supportive partner in her patients’ health journeys. She believes in meeting patients where they are, without judgment, and empowering them through education, encouragement, and individualized care. She especially enjoys working with patients to improve their understanding of their health and witnessing how even small changes can lead to meaningful improvements in quality of life.Known for her approachable and supportive style, Kittra thrives on building strong relationships with her patients and helping them achieve their goals—whether that means preparing for surgery, making lasting dietary changes, or building healthier habits.Outside of the clinic, Kittra enjoys hiking (and snowshoeing in the winter), traveling, cooking for friends and family, and attending concerts. She brings that same energy and enthusiasm to the care she provides every day.

Hannah attended Colorado State University for her undergraduate studies. She earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. After graduating, Hannah got her first job with a cardiology practice in Denver. She moved with her husband to Baltimore, Maryland, where she continued practicing in cardiology. As a practitioner, Hannah’s clinical interests include heart failure management, cardiovascular disease prevention, and ischemic heart. Hannah believes high-quality patient care starts with a respectful relationship between the patient and the provider. She strives to treat each patient individually, considering their life stories, priorities, and goals for their overall health.“I will always take the time to hear about each patient’s greatest concerns and goals for their health. I also like to challenge patients to take ownership of their health so they can be their best advocate, with me as their partner in their care. I am easy to talk to and enjoy hearing stories about patient's lives and families.”Hannah, her husband, their son, and their dog are thrilled to have moved back to her home state of Colorado. When she needs some relaxing time, Hannah enjoys reading, board games (the nerdy ones), and listening to podcasts. She loves to do many hobbies, including crocheting, embroidery, and watercolor painting.

A Colorado native, Kelley completed her undergraduate degree in integrative physiology at the University of Colorado, Boulder. While there she was a member of the Timmy Global Health Foundation and participated in their medical brigade to Ecuador. She continued her education at Pacific University in Oregon where she obtained her physician assistant degree. She also pursued a global health certificate and spent six weeks in rural Nepal gaining a better understanding of community medicine and how culture impacts healthcare. Kelley is passionate about providing care to women for every life stage in local and global communities alike. Her education and experiences have deepened her interest in women’s health, patient education, cultural humility, and health equity.“I strive to help patients make informed decisions about their health and further their understanding about their bodies - in consideration of one’s identity, culture, and goals.”When not working, Kelley spends her time with her family and friends. She enjoys time outdoors – walking, hiking, snowshoeing or gardening.

Rocky Engbarth is a Physician Assistant in Denver, Colorado. Mr. Engbarth is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

Laura Ludlow is a Physician Assistant in Lakewood, Colorado. Ms. Ludlow is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Lung Nodules, and Pulmonary Fibrosis. Ms. Ludlow is currently accepting new patients.

Bridgette Coats is a Physician Assistant in Lakewood, Colorado. Ms. Coats is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), and Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN). Ms. Coats is currently accepting new patients.

Kelly Gaydosh is a Physician Assistant in Lakewood, Colorado. Ms. Gaydosh is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Nodular Lymphocyte-Predominant Hodgkin Lymphoma (NLPHL), and Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. Ms. Gaydosh is currently accepting new patients.

Hello humankindness. It’s more than a tagline. Humankindness is one of the many things we all have in common. It’s the good within us. The power that connects us. And at CommonSpirit Health, we fuse it into heartfelt healing, inspired innovation, and mindful medicine. It’s in how we provide treatment and the way we treat patients.Our communities need caring, and our families need support. CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities by advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen. Because the way care is provided is often as meaningful as the care itself.