25 of the Best Primary Care Doctors Near Me in garner, IA

"Dr. Anthony Ellis enjoys a variety of medicine when caring for patients. He has many personal interests as well, including aviation, carpentry, writing, movies and of course his grandchildren. His first patient as an osteopathic doctor was the doctor who delivered him. Dr. Ellis practices geriatric medicine and covers patient care in several area nursing homes; is comfortable with occupational medicine and trauma care. He has done emergency medicine along with family practice since he first started his career in 1989 as a physician assistant. In 1999, he completed his three-year residency in Family Medicine in Sioux City, Iowa. He has delivered many babies – seven in one night while a resident. His sense of humor is always centerstage as he tells a ""story"" about one of those babies, his goddaughter. He teases that he dropped her at delivery. After pausing a couple seconds (she has heard this story many times), she jokes back, ""That explains everything."" He treats his patients as he desires to be treated. He is a teacher, a jokester and a compassionate listener who always is aware of the many things he is still learning. He is a member of the Garner Rotary and serves as the medical director for the Garner Ambulance Service.". His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Insomnia. Dr. Ellis is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Mixdorf has always enjoyed helping others and solving problems, so a career as a primary care provider is the perfect fit for her. She has been practicing for more than 20 years. As a trained osteopathic physician, she uses the skills she has obtained throughout the years to figure out how to treat the whole person (mind, body and spirit). Dr. Mixdorf enjoys coordinating the care between the specialists. She believes performing minor procedures such as joint injections and skin lesion removals, preventative medicine and taking care of chronic disease along with occasional acute problems makes for a well-rounded practice. She looks forward to caring for you and your family. Dr. Mixdorf is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dystrophinopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2B, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1B. Dr. Mixdorf is board certified in Family Medicine, American Board Of Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Mixdorf is currently accepting new patients.

"Dr. Connie Arispe obtained her medical degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, is board certified in family medicine, and received her functional medicine certification from The Institute for Functional Medicine. She combines her conventional and functional medicine training to provide as comprehensive, holistic care as possible. She searches for underlying contributors to chronic medical problems such as genetic factors, nutritional insufficiencies, inflammatory foods, toxins, underlying infections, prior trauma and chronic stress. She offers a variety of natural treatment measures to support the body's natural capacity to heal, but also uses conventional medications when needed. She is so passionate about trying to identify and manage the underlying root causes of her patients' health issues that she jokingly refers to the MD in her title as ""medical detective.""". Dr. Arispe is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Coenzyme Q Cytochrome C Reductase Deficiency, Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency, and Mitochondrial Complex 3 Deficiency. Dr. Arispe is board certified in Family Medicine, American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Arispe is currently accepting new patients.

Byron Carlson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Forest City, Iowa. Dr. Carlson is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Carlson is currently accepting new patients.

Twyla Ostercamp is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Garner, Iowa. Dr. Ostercamp is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Ostercamp is currently accepting new patients.

Renee Diamond is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Garner, Iowa. Dr. Diamond is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Cough, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Diamond is currently accepting new patients.

Hilary Zrostlik enjoys taking care of individuals of all ages and backgrounds. She feels having a caring and empathetic approach to patients, along with open communication is essential to any provider/patient relationship. Her philosophy of care is based on taking the time necessary to inform, educate and provide patients with the treatment options available so they can make the best decisions about their health care together as a team. Taking the time to listen to patient's ‘chief complaint’ is important to her so she can help customize a treatment plan to fit a patient’s primary concerns and needs. Her clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Sinusitis, Macroamylasemia, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Zrostlik is board certified in Family Medicine, American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Zrostlik is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Moats-Biechler become a doctor because she truly has the desire and drive to help people of all ages. Her interest in medicine started when her grandparents grew ill and needed someone to take care of them. This life experience peeked her interest in geriatrics. During her clinical experience in Kansas, Dr. Moats-Biechler worked closely with young children and infants. This is when she realized her passion to care for people of all ages. She soon discovered that family medicine was the best path for her to use her talents and compassion. Dr. Moats-Biechler looks forward to providing quality care for anyone and everyone who needs it. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Sinusitis, Necrosis, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Moats-Biechler is currently accepting new patients.

Brent Brunsting is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clear Lake, Iowa. Dr. Brunsting is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Memory Loss, Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Julie Larson grew up in North Iowa and remains true to her Iowa roots. She and her family are very community-minded and are involved in several local activities and events. That sense of caring led her to a profession in health care. When treating people, she really sees the whole person and takes on complex medical issues with an individualized approach for each person. Dr. Larson is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Premature Ovarian Failure. Dr. Larson is board certified in Family Medicine, American Nurses Credentialing Center. Dr. Larson is currently accepting new patients.

Molly is a people person and enjoys meeting new faces. She has great passion for providing excellent care as a primary care provider for our rural communities. Dr. Eichenberger is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Eichenberger is board certified in Family Medicine, American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners and American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Eichenberger is currently accepting new patients.

As a certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Lexa Starbeck strives to create personal connections with her patients. Acknowledging health care can be overwhelming at times, she takes the necessary time to explain each step. Lexa is relatable and invested in her community. She draws from her diverse nursing experiences, ensuring all options are explored. Her dedication to family-centered care assures preventative and diagnostic approaches. With a commitment to life-long learning, Lexa continues to expand her knowledge base offering quality holistic care. Dr. Starbeck is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Starbeck is board certified in American Nurses Credentialing Center and Family Medicine, American Nurses Credentialing Center. Dr. Starbeck is currently accepting new patients.

"Rebekah received her ARNP from Chamberlain College of Nursing in Chicago, IL. Prior to joining Forest City Family Medicine, Rebekah was a registered nurse on 4 East at MercyOne North Iowa. Throughout her career as a nurse, Rebekah received the Mercy Nurses Rock Scholarship in 2016 and the DAISY Award in 2008 and 2016. Rebekah lives by the quote ""The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why"" - Mark Twain. This quote was the motivation behind her goal of becoming a nurse practitioner.She says ""I was motivated by my daughter to go back to school for nursing as I did not want her to aspire to be a factory worker like me. I went on for my nurse practitioner degree in 2016 after my son was born. In short, my children encouraged me.". Dr. Hennigar is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Opisthotonos. Dr. Hennigar is currently accepting new patients.

Lynne Senty is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Forest City, Iowa. Dr. Senty is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Shingles, Lymphoid Hyperplasia, and Otitis. Dr. Senty is currently accepting new patients.

John Brady is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clear Lake, Iowa. Dr. Brady is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tetanus, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Tracheitis, and Hypertension. Dr. Brady is currently accepting new patients.

Burt Bottjen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clear Lake, Iowa. Dr. Bottjen is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Bottjen is currently accepting new patients.

Lacy Halsrud grew up in Wesley and now practices medicine as a family practitioner from Hancock County Health System - Wesley Medical Clinic as well as at Britt Medical Clinic. Lacy enjoys working with and helping her friends, family and neighbors reach their best state of health. Her ability to see each patient as an individual lends to her patient's high satisfaction with their treatment. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, and Empyema. Dr. Halsrud is board certified in Family Medicine, American Nurses Credentialing Center. Dr. Halsrud is currently accepting new patients.

As a North Iowa native, Kelly Christianson moved back to the area after earning her Master of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati. Her welcoming and warm personality instantly can put her patients at ease. Kelly believes in taking time with each patient to make sure they understand their diagnosis and individualized care plan. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Sinusitis, Empyema, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Christianson is board certified in Family Medicine, American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Christianson is currently accepting new patients.

Jamie Brantner enjoys working in family medicine because it offers her the opportunity to take care of patients of all ages. She strives to truly listen to her patients so she can help them reach their goals in health care and feel their best. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Sinusitis, Empyema, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Brantner is board certified in Family Medicine, National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Brantner is currently accepting new patients.

Taylor Julius, ARNP, is a dedicated and compassionate board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in family medicine at MercyOne Forest City Family Medicine. With a strong focus on preventive care, gynecology, pediatrics and women’s health, Taylor brings a holistic approach to patient care. From a young age, she was drawn to the idea of helping others and her many experiences as a nurse molded her into an empathetic provider. Growing up in a small community, she's deeply committed to advocating for patients in rural settings, where access to care is limited. She’ll be your advocate, provide exceptional care and build a trusting relationship with you. Outside of her professional role, Taylor enjoys life on her family’s farm, where she and her husband raise cattle and crops while also caring for their young son. Her clinical expertise encompasses Clubbing of the Fingers or Toes, Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, and Otitis. Dr. Julius is board certified in American Association Of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). Dr. Julius is currently accepting new patients.

"Dr. McKenzie Brekken is a provider at MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine. ""I was born and raised in North Iowa and take improving the health and wellness of the people who live in our communities very seriously. I chose to pursue a career in family medicine because I enjoy patients of all ages and each stage of life,"" said McKenzie. Dr. Brekken received her medical degree from Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. ""Preventative medicine is an area of practice I am very passionate about so when I can sit down with a patient and discuss how we can work together to improve their health, both now and in years to come, it's always a great day!"" she added. In her free time, Dr. Brekken enjoys spending time with her family outside and traveling.". Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Brekken is currently accepting new patients.

Elvis Sabic, ARNP, is a board-certified nurse practitioner at MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine. Conditions he frequently treats include:HypertensionDiabetesHyperlipidemiaAsthmaChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)AnxietyDepressionUrinary tract infectionsRespiratory infectionsMusculoskeletal concernsHe offers preventive care services, including annual wellness exams and health screenings.Procedures he performs include:Joint injectionsCryotherapyIncision and drainageMinor in-office treatmentsElvis takes a patient-centered approach to care and prioritizes listening, building trust, and involving you in your health care decisions. His goal is to create a supportive environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to take an active role in your health.Bringing a combination of clinical expertise and a personalized approach to health care, Elvis values collaboration and cultural sensitivity. He strives to meet you where you are in your health journey. His ability to communicate across language and cultural barriers, along with a focus on preventive care and long-term wellness, helps him build meaningful and lasting patient relationships. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Vascular Dementia, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Alcoholic Neuropathy. Dr. Sabic is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Sabic is currently accepting new patients.

Morgan Ostrander, DO, is a board-certified doctor of osteopathic medicine at MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine. Conditions she treats include:HypertensionDiabetesWomen’s health conditionsWell child visitsPrenatal carePreventive careProcedures she performs include:Osteopathic manipulative treatmentKnee and shoulder injectionsDr. Ostrander chose family medicine because having a relationship with patients and families throughout all stages of life is important. She's committed to making sure you understand your particular health conditions and working with you to plan the best way forward to better health in the long term.In her free time, she enjoys baking, going to the lake, spending time with family and cheering for the Iowa State Cyclones. Her clinical expertise encompasses Status Epilepticus. Dr. Ostrander is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Ostrander is currently accepting new patients.

Alexa Popp, PA-C, is a family medicine specialist practicing at MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine. Alexa is a graduate of Des Moines University, and her clinical interests include orthopedics and women’s health. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nasal Flaring and Axillary Nerve Dysfunction. Dr. Popp is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Popp is currently accepting new patients.

Kelly Nieman, ARNP, is a nurse practitioner practicing at MercyOne Clear Lake Pediatrics and Adolescent Care. Kelly Nieman decided to become a Family Nurse Practitioner at MercyOne so she could combine her love of medicine and helping people improve their health. She enjoys meeting new people and hearing their individual story. It is Kelly’s goal to improve quality of life and improve symptoms of all her patients across the lifespan spectrum. Her clinical expertise encompasses Otitis, Cellulitis, Delayed Growth, and Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Dr. Nieman is board certified in Family Medicine, American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners and American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Nieman is currently accepting new patients.