Goshen Surgery Center Care Team

Biography

Dr. Keith Barkow is a board certified family medicine physician with Goshen Physicians. Dr. Barkow treats everyone from birth to elderly patients.He includes the full range of family practice encompassing all conditions, including obstetrics and sports medicine. He serves as Northridge High School’s team physician since 2000.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Barkow considers his patients’ care as if they were a member of his family. He asks himself, “If this were my father/mother, sister/brother, son/daughter, spouse, what would I do for them?” Then his treatment options are as carefully considered as if his patient were a family member. He believes patients have a critical role to play in taking care of their bodies and health. When they are willing to take responsibility for the choices they make, they can have a profound influence on their health. Dr. Barkow wants to educate, guide and advise patients on the power of their lifestyle choices that can improve their health and help them remain healthy.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Primary medicine
• Preventive care and wellness
• Chronic diseases and management
• Obstetric care
• Sports medicine
• Office-based procedures, including colonoscopies, lump and bump removal, mole removal, colposcopy, vasectomy and circumcision

Education

Board Certified – Family Medicine

Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
Indiana University School of Medicine | Indianapolis, IN

Residency:
Memorial Hospital | South Bend, IN

Biography

Dr. Kyle Carlson is an orthopedic surgeon with Goshen Orthopedics. He is fellowship trained in adult reconstruction orthopedic surgery and specializes in total joint replacement of hips and knees. He also treats patients with general orthopedic problems, including injuries and trauma to bones, ligaments and tendons.
 
Dr. Carlson has advanced training and experience in treating complex cases. He specializes in adult revisions to joint replacements and treatment for conditions caused by degenerative diseases, including arthritis.
 
His goal is to help patients get back to activities that are most important to them. His conservative approach blends non-operative treatment and surgical solutions to relieve musculoskeletal pain or discomfort that may limit a patient's quality of life.
 
A native of Indiana, Dr. Carlson and his family enjoy outdoor activities in the Goshen community and being close to family. His hobbies include running, fishing, woodworking and travel.
 

Philosophy of Care

For Dr. Carlson, patient treatment is a team effort. He believes patients deserve to know all options – non-surgical and surgical – before making decisions about a treatment plan. It's the best way for patients to know what treatment is best for them to meet their goals.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Total hip and knee replacement surgery
• Management of complex joint replacement conditions
• Revision joint replacement surgery
• Complex hip and knee problems with limb deformity
• Non-surgical management of musculoskeletal pain
• Orthopedic trauma
• Second opinions for hip and knee surgery

Education

Board Eligible – Orthopedic Surgery
 
Education and training:
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Kansas City University of Medicine and Bioscience | Kansas City, MO
 
Bachelor of Science, Biology and Chemistry
Manchester College | North Manchester, IN
 
Fellowship:
Orthopedic Surgery, Adult Reconstruction
Detroit Medical Center | Detroit, MI
 
Residency:
Orthopedic Surgery
Michigan State University – McLaren Oakland | Pontiac, MI

Biography

Nathaniel Dew, MD, FACS, has received advanced training in general and vascular surgery, allowing him to perform a wide range of surgical procedures. Dr. Dew is uniquely qualified to diagnose problems and recommend the most appropriate therapy, which may or may not include surgery, as a general surgeon. He may prescribe preventive steps to help patients maintain a healthy, active lifestyle without surgical intervention. If surgery is needed, Dr. Dew incorporates the most advanced techniques and approaches available, such as endoscopy and laparoscopy, to help improve outcomes while reducing stress on the patient.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Dew is committed to providing patients with the latest medical therapies and helping to improve their overall health. He believes and may prescribe preventive steps to help patients maintain a healthy, active lifestyle without surgical intervention.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Minimally invasive surgery of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, vascular system and endocrine system.
• Chronic or slow-healing wounds
• Planning therapies and interventions to save limbs

Education

Board certified in General Surgery

Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
Indiana University School of Medicine | Indianapolis, IN

Internship/ Residency:
General surgery
Baylor University Medical Center | Dallas, TX

Biography

Daniel Diener is a board-certified surgeon specializing in minimally invasive surgery of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, vascular system and endocrine system, as well as wounds. He utilizes the latest medical technologies, such as endovascular and laparoscopy, to improve outcomes and reduce recovery times for his patients.

Philosophy of Care

As a dedicated physician, Dr. Diener is uniquely qualified to diagnose health issues and recommend the most appropriate course of treatment. In some cases, he may prescribe preventive steps to help patients maintain a healthy and active lifestyle without surgical intervention.

Research/Clinical Interest

Minimally invasive surgery:

• chest
• abdomen
• pelvis
• vascular
• endocrine
• wound care management

Education

Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico

Bachelor of Arts
Goshen College, Goshen, Indiana

Internship:
Baylor University Medical Center
Dallas, Texas

Residency:
General Surgery
Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Texas

Biography

Dr. Tom Etter is a general surgeon with Gerig Surgical Associates, P.C. He specializes in a variety of surgical procedures, including in robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery, vascular surgery, endoscopy and wound care.
 
Dr. Etter treats patients of all ages, including children. His approach to care may include surgical and non-surgical therapies to help patients maintain their quality of life.
 
Family comes first for Dr. Etter when he is away from his medical practice. An Indiana  native, Dr. Etter enjoys spending time with his wife, Audrey, three sons, two dogs and two turtles.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Etter is dedicated to helping patients make deliberate, well-informed decisions about their health care. His approach to care is based on principles of fairness for all patients.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Complex hernia repair
• Vascular surgery
• Robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery

Education

Board Eligible – General Surgery
 
Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
Indiana University School of Medicine | Indianapolis, IN
 
Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Indiana University Kokomo | Kokomo, IN
 
Residency:
General Surgery
St. Vincent Hospital | Indianapolis, IN

Biography

Kevin Gerig, MD, FACS, is a board certified surgeon who works with the Gerig Surgical Associates, P.C. He is dedicated to offering his patients the highest quality and level of care while keeping them informed about the procedures he uses. Dr. Gerig received advanced training in general and vascular surgery. This training allows him to perform a wide range of surgical procedures. Dr. Gerig is uniquely qualified to diagnose problems and recommend the most appropriate therapy, which may or may not include surgery. He may prescribe preventive steps to help patients maintain a healthy, active lifestyle without surgical intervention. If surgery is needed, Dr. Gerig incorporates the most advanced techniques and approaches available, specializing in endoscopy of the colon and upper gastrointestinal tract.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Endoscopy
  • colon & upper GI tract
• Wound Care Management
  • hyperbaric oxygen therapy
• Abdominal Surgery
  • hernias
  • gallbladder
  • inflammatory bowel disease
  • acid reflux/GERD
  • colon
  • small bowel
  • tumor

Education

Education and training:
‍Bachelor of Arts,
Goshen College, Goshen

Doctor of Medicine
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana

Internship:
Akron City Hospital, Akron, Ohio

Residency
General Surgery
Akron City Hospital, Akron, Ohio

Biography

Ross A. Heil, DO, is a gastroenterologist who provides medical care at Goshen Physicians | Gastroenterology. He uses the latest therapies and newest technologies that are grounded in the medical literature to treat upper and lower gastrointestinal structural and functional issues. He also focuses on preventive gastrointestinal medicine and performs screening colonoscopies. When not caring for his patients, Dr. Heil enjoys water and snow skiing, camping, canoeing and spending time with his wife and three young boys on Lake Wawasee.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Heil focuses his care on structural and functional gastrointestinal disorders and is proactive in diagnosing and treating lifelong gastrointestinal conditions. His broad approach incorporates wellness with ongoing care through the patient’s primary care physician. His integration ensures that meaningful treatment occurs with every patient he serves.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Irritable bowel disorders
• Functional and structural disorders of both upper and lower gastrointestinal tract
• Hepatitis C
• Crohn’s
• Ulcerative colitis

Education

Education and training:
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences | Kansas City, MO

Residency:
Internal Medicine
St. John Providence Health Systems: Macomb Hospital | Warren, MI

Fellowship:
Gastroenterology
St. John Providence Health Systems: Providence Hospital | Southfield, MI

Biography

Dr. Kevin Houseman is a podiatrist with Goshen Orthopedics. Dr. Houseman is certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery®. Nearly a decade of education, training and private practice have advanced his proficiency in diagnosing and treating diseases, deformities, disorders and traumatic injuries of the foot and ankle.

A leader in wound care, Dr. Houseman has extensive experience providing diabetic wound care and limb preservation. His comprehensive approach to wound management includes coordination of hyperbaric oxygen therapy at Goshen Wound Clinic to accelerate healing of chronic wounds.

Dr. Houseman’s clinical experience has taken him from outpatient and inpatient settings to the emergency room and surgery center. The broad range of conditions he treats include toenail conditions, fractures, sprains, strains and tendonitis of the foot and ankle. Dr. Houseman also provides care for plantar fasciitis, flat foot pain, bunions and hammertoes.
 

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Houseman believes in treating each patient as he would a family member. He provides compassionate care that is individually based to promote the best outcome for the patient.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Wound care
• Limb preservation
• Toenail conditions
• Fractures
• Sprains
• Strains
• Tendonitis of the foot and ankle
• Plantar fasciitis
• Flat foot pain
• Bunions
• Hammertoes

Education

Board Certified – Foot Surgery

Education and training:
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine | Independence, OH

Residency:
Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital | Wyandotte, MI

Biography

Dr. Salim Jaffer is a gastroenterologist with fellowship training in treating patients with stomach diseases and abdominal disorders. He has nearly three decades of clinical experience in a wide range of procedures, including colonoscopies, liver biopsies and endoscopies to examine the esophagus, stomach and duodenum small intestine.

For Dr. Jaffer, education and prevention are vital to every patient’s wellbeing. He encourages patients to understand the importance of screenings that can prevent diseases or detect abnormal growths in early stages when more treatment options are available.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Jaffer considers every patient special and unique. He gives patients his time and full attention to understand their individual needs. Open communication, education and respect are essential to making a proper diagnosis and offering the right treatment options.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Preventive medicine
• Malignancies of the esophagus, liver, stomach and pancreas

Education

Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
University of Toledo School of Medicine | Toledo, OH

Fellowship:
Gastroenterology
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine | Baltimore, MD

Residency:
Internal Medicine
Michigan State University College Human Medicine | East Lansing, MI

Biography

Doug Liepert, MD, is double-board certified in ear, nose and throat medicine and sleep medicine. He provides expert care for patients of all ages who have conditions that affect their sleep, sinuses and breathing.

Dr. Liepert is highly trained and experienced in minimally invasive procedures and office-based nasal and sinus surgery to help patients breathe and sleep better. He also offers home sleep testing, comprehensive sleep evaluations, CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) therapy and other sleep apnea therapies.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Liepert believes a team approach delivers the best care for patients with sleep disorders. He works closely with experts in a variety of disciplines to provide continuity of care and treatment tailored to fit each patient’s needs. This includes the collaboration with dental sleep professionals.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Sleep-disordered breathing
• Osseointegration and image-guided sinus surgery
• Minimally invasive nasal procedures
• Chronic sinusitis
• Sleep apnea

Education

Board Certified: Sleep Medicine; Ear, Nose and Throat Medicine

Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine, Queen's University  Medical School, Kingston, ON

Residency:
Otolaryngology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Internship:
St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON

Biography

Committed to helping people improve their quality of life, Denise Murphy, MD, FASC, is a board certified surgeon who performs a broad range of procedures. A true leader in her field, Dr. Murphy specializes in laparoscopic Rouxen- Y gastric bypass surgery, the adjustable lap band and the sleeve gastrectomy for weight loss. Prior to joining Goshen Physicians Center for Weight Reduction, this dedicated physician worked as a clinical instructor of surgery at Northeastern Ohio University’s College of Medicine in Akron, Ohio. While there, she further refined her surgical techniques and adopted the latest technology available to benefit her patients.

Research/Clinical Interest

Minimally invasive surgery:

• Chest
• Abdomen
• Pelvis vascular system
• Endocrine system
• Wounds
• Weight loss surgery

Education

Board Certified – General Surgery

Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
Indiana University School of Medicine | Indianapolis, IN

Residency:
General Surgery
Summa Health System | Akron, OH

Biography

Dr. Christopher Owens is a board certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine. Dr. Owens serves as the medical director at Goshen Orthopedics. He has provided medical team coverage for the NFL Carolina Panthers, MiLB Elkhart County Miracle and Charlotte Knights, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Davidson College. Dr. Owens has been the team physician for Concord High School since 2014 and also serves as an orthopedic consultant for Goshen High School, Fairfield High School and Northridge High School.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Owens believes that quality health care involves determining how all aspects of a person’s life impact his or her health. He approaches each patient with deep personal commitment, building a relationship based on compassion and honesty that helps him provide everyone with the best possible care. Dr. Owens considers all options and then develops a treatment plan that may include both nonsurgical and surgical options to help minimize pain and maximize recovery.

Research/Clinical Interest

• ACL injuries
• Hip, knee and shoulder procedures
• Joint care
• Arthroscopic procedures
• Reconstructive surgery

Education

Board Certified – Orthopedic Surgery

Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
University of Toledo College of Medicine | Toledo, OH

Residency:
Mayo Clinic | Rochester, MN

Fellowship:
OrthoCarolina | Charlotte, NC

Biography

Dr. Nicholas Panting is a board certified family medicine doctor at Goshen Physicians Parkway at 17. He provides primary care for all ages, from newborns and adolescents to adults of every generation.
 
Patient care starts with preventive medicine for Dr. Panting, including wellness checkups, routine health screenings and immunizations. He also helps patients manage chronic conditions, such as heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. In-office procedures Dr. Panting offers range from wart and mole removal to joint injections, circumcisions and vasectomies.
 
Dr. Panting has a special interest in women’s health care. His services include care for women during pregnancy, newborn care and attention to establishing healthy mother-baby relationships. He also provides contraceptive care.
 
Time with family means everything to Dr. Panting when he is away from his medical practice. He is a big believer in donating his time, talent and treasure to his church and community. A sports enthusiast at heart, Dr. Panting is an avid spectator at University of Notre Dame events and enjoys a game of golf or a quiet afternoon fishing.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Panting believes everyone has the right to good health and well-being. He places a strong emphasis on the patient’s investment in their own health and encourages patients to share in the decision-making process. His approach to care reflects how he would want his own family treated.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Obstetrics
• Sports medicine
• Women’s health care
• Newborn and mother-baby care
• Mental health
• Contraceptive care

Education

Board Certified – Family Medicine
 
Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
St. George’s University School of Medicine | Grenada, West Indies
 
Master of Business Administration
Purdue University | Fort Wayne, IN
 
Master of Science in Global Health
University of Notre Dame | Notre Dame, IN
 
Master of Science in Biology
Chatham University | Pittsburgh, PA
 
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
Indiana University | South Bend, IN
 
Residency:
Family Medicine
Fort Wayne Medical Education Program | Fort Wayne, IN

Biography

Mark Ranzinger, MD, FACS, is a board certified general surgeon who performs a broad range of surgical procedures. Dr. Ranzinger focuses on minimally invasive surgery using laparoscopic approaches for benign conditions, such as gastroesophageal reflux, paraesophageal hernias, achalasia, splenic diseases and hernias. He is trained in surgery for cancers of the pancreas, adrenal glands and colon, as well as melanoma. He has a special interest in thyroid surgery and is a member of the American Thyroid Association. In addition, he serves at the medical director for Goshen Wound & Hyperbaric Center.

Philosophy of Care

Throughout his career, Dr. Ranzinger has received numerous honors and awards, both as a teacher and surgeon. Dr. Ranzinger views surgery as a combination of art and science. He believes good clinical judgment is developed by a commitment to lifelong learning and by giving every patient the time and personalized care they need and deserve.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Thyroid Surgery
• Endoscopy
• Wound Care Management
  • hyperbaric oxygen therapy
• Abdominal Surgery
  • hernias
  • gallbladder
  • inflammatory bowel disease
  • acid reflux/GERD
  • colon
  • small bowel
  • tumor
• Minimally Invasive Surgery

Education

Education and training:
Bachelor of Arts
Walla Walla College, Walla Walla, Washington

Master of Public Health
School of Public Health, University of East Africa

Doctor of Medicine
Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, California

Internship:
Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio

Residency:
General Surgery
Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio

Fellowship:
Thoracic & Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
Bristol Royal Infirmary, Bristol, England

Fellowship:
Minimally Invasive Surgery
University of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland

Memberships:

• American Thyroid Association
• American College of Surgeons
• American Medical Association
• Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
• Elkhart County Medical Society
• Indiana State Medical Association

Biography

Sadat Rashid, MD, provides comprehensive gastroenterological services for patients with digestive and liver disorders. Dr. Rashid specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and advanced interventional endoscopic procedures. He is specially trained in the advanced techniques to diagnose, stage and treat diseases of the esophagus, stomach, duodenum, pancreas, liver, small intestine and colon. Dr. Rashid has extensive experience with diagnostic and interventional endoscopic techniques to diagnose certain diseases of the gastrointestinal system. He performs various endoscopic procedures to remove diseased tissue from the digestive tract, including endoscopic resections, colonoscopies and radiofrequency ablations. He also is trained in advanced therapies, such as percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube placement.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Rashid believes quality health care involves all aspects of a person’s life. He approaches each patient with deep personal commitment, building a relationship based on compassion and honesty that helps him provide everyone with the best possible care. Dr. Rashid uses every available resource to care for lifechanging gastrointestinal conditions. He follows the latest recommendations to provide evidence-based medical care. He believes in a multidisciplinary approach to complex patients that involves discussions with pathologists, surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, primary and referring physicians.

Research/Clinical Interest

Benign diseases of the:

• Esophagus
• Stomach
• Duodenum
• Colon
• Liver
• Pancreas
• Bile duct
• Functional gastrointestinal disorders
• Motility disorders of the gastrointestinal tract
• Gastrointestinal cancers of the esophagus, stomach, duodenum, colon, liver, bile duct and pancreas

Education

Education and training:
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, A.M.U. | Aligarh, U.P. India

Residency:
Chief Residency Internal Medicine
Nassau University Medical Center | East Meadow, NY

Master of Surgery in Ophthalmology
AMU Institute of Ophthalmology | Aligarh, U.P. India

Fellowship:
Advanced Interventional Endoscopy (EUS/ERCP)
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine | Roanoke, VA

Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Nassau University Medical Center | East Meadow, NY

Biography

Lindsay Neff is a certified orthopedic nurse practitioner at Goshen Orthopedics. Before joining the team, Lindsay spent several years as a nurse who focused primarily on orthopedic and spinal care, in addition to treating other surgical and general medical patients. As a registered nurse at Goshen Hospital, she served six months on a committee assembled to assess and, ultimately, redevelop the nursing model for the hospital.

Lindsay earned her Master’s of Science in Nursing from Ball State University in Muncie, IN. In 2009, she received a Patient Choice Award at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN, in recognition of her outstanding dedication to patient care. Since then, she has been selected to join the Honor Society at Ball State University, as well as Phi Kappa Phi, one of the nation’s premier honor societies for academic excellence.  

Philosophy of Care

Lindsay cares for her patients as if they were her own family. Her goal is to provide the same quality of care she would provide her own family if they were her patients. She is passionate about orthopedics because of the variety of things she sees on a daily basis. She recognizes the unique needs of each patient, taking the time to listen to their needs and wants so she can provide the best care.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Osteoarthritis
• Acute and chronic injuries or problems
• Joint replacement
• Working with surgeons to coordinate and assist with care

Education

Certified – Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner

Education and training:
Master of Science in Nursing
Ball State University | Muncie, IN