Over the past two weeks, Goshen Physicians has been cautiously reopening operations in phases. Effective May 20, Goshen Physicians will reopen all offices.

Board certified neurologist Liz Nafziger, MD, has joined the team of specialists at NeuroCare Center Goshen Physicians. Dr. Nafziger treats a range of neurological conditions, including headache, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis and stroke. She is fellowship trained in hospice and palliative medicine, which has led to a strong interest in helping patients with advance care planning.  

Goshen Physicians Gastroenterology is now offering appointments at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Syracuse – 1033 N Indiana Ave, Syracuse.

Goshen Physicians Gastroenterology is now offering appointments on County Road 17 in Elkhart at Goshen Physicians Parkway at 17, 851 Parkway Ave, Elkhart.

Audiologist Darah Regal, AuD, now welcomes patients at Goshen Physicians ENT, Speech & Audiology. Dr. Regal specializes in central auditory processing – the ability to effectively use, differentiate and understand what is heard in different listening environments. She provides care for patients of all ages who experience challenges with hearing loss.

Lisa Marrero, FNP-C, has joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Nappanee and will serve at other primary care practices in the Goshen Physicians network.

To help patients get the health care they need from the safety of their own homes, Goshen Physicians is now offering virtual visits with healthcare providers. Beginning this week, offices are calling patients to request them to change their office visit to a virtual visit when appropriate. 

Goshen Physicians is opening a new family medicine practice in North Webster. The office will be located in the North Webster Community Center at 301 N Main Street, Suite 121.

Board certified pediatrician Marlon Brathwaite, MD, has joined Goshen Physicians Pediatrics. He provides care for children of all ages with a wide range of conditions, from mild childhood illnesses to serious chronic diseases.

Jon Yoder was recently promoted to Vice President of Goshen Physicians. Yoder started as a physician practice manager at Goshen Physicians, then moved to a director position before being promoted to vice president in December.

Goshen Physicians recently opened a new office in their Professional Park at 2016 S. Main St., Goshen. The new location offers family medicine and obstetric services.

Board certified Family Medicine Physician Jingpin Li, MD, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. She provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, from newborns to older populations and everyone in-between. 

Ruth Fisher, FNP-BC, has joined the team of healthcare providers at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. As a family nurse practitioner, she diagnoses and treats common and complex medical conditions for patients of all ages. She provides preventive care, including wellness exams and routine health screenings, and manages chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease.

Jacob Nolan, PA-C, now treats patients who walk into Urgent Care Goshen Physicians for treatment of minor illnesses and injuries. Nolan quickly assesses patient needs, prescribes medicine and performs minimally invasive procedures for patients of all ages.

Urologist Dr. Jeffrey Bolduan joined Goshen Physicians. He will be heading up the care unit for Goshen Physicians Urology at 1615 Winsted Drive, Suite 4, Goshen, IN 46526. Dr. Bolduan treats men, women and children for diseases and conditions of the urinary and reproductive tract.

Brittany Kauffman, MD, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. Dr. Kauffman provides a full spectrum of care for patients of all ages, including newborns, adolescents, teens and adults.

Chelsea Wolf, DO, joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine. Dr. Wolf is starting at the Syracuse office and will transition to a new Goshen Physicians location in North Webster this fall. She provides comprehensive health care for patients of ages, from newborns and adolescents to young adults and older generations.

Endocrinologist Priyanka Mathias, MD, has joined Goshen Physicians Endocrinology. Dr. Mathias is board certified and fellowship trained in endocrinology. She specializes in caring for patients with diabetes, thyroid disorders and other hormone-related problems.

Matthew Norton, DO, has joined the primary care team at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Keystone. Dr. Norton is board certified in osteopathic medicine and specializes in internal medicine. He manages the medical care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes and chronic wounds.

Brian Miller, MD, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Keystone. He provides complete care for the entire family, from newborns and adolescents to young adults and older generations. Dr. Miller has a special interest in preventive care and helping patients take care of their overall health.

Kristin Abbs, FNP, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Urology. She works with Dr. Jeffery Bolduan to diagnose and treat adults and children with disorders of the urinary tract system, including the kidneys, bladder and prostate.

Andrea Jaramillo, DO, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Keystone. She provides preventive medicine and treatment of acute and chronic conditions for patients of all ages.

Karla Troyer, DO, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine in Syracuse. She provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages, including newborns, adolescents and adults.

Lindsay Tomkiewicz, NP, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Gastroenterology. She provides care for patients with disorders of the stomach, colon and liver.

Goshen Physicians Gastroenterology now offers a new liver screening that provides advanced organ health assessments.

Goshen Physicians will be hosting drive-thru flu shot clinics this fall. These clinics are open to the community for ages 10 and older. The flu vaccine is free with most insurance plans. Cash, check and credit card will also be accepted. No prior registration is necessary, but participants should bring a photo ID, insurance card and payment method. Parent/guardian signature is required for those under 18.

Obstetrician and Gynecologist Rebecca Gindelberger, DO, has joined Goshen Physicians OB/GYN. Dr. Gindelberger provides comprehensive care for women of all ages, whether they are adolescents, starting a family or entering menopause. She also cares for patients who are pregnant, ready to deliver their baby or breastfeeding.

Edith Fraire, NP, is now welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Elkhart. She provides holistic, compassionate care to patients of all ages.

Goshen Physicians will be hosting drive-thru flu shot clinics this fall. These clinics are open to the community for ages 10 and older. The influenza vaccine is free with most insurance plans. Cash, check and credit card will also be accepted. Self-pay cost is $40 for the low dose and $107 for the high dose. No prior registration is necessary, but participants should bring a photo ID, insurance card and payment method. Parent/guardian signature is required for those under 18.

Board certified obstetrician and gynecologist James Lindemulder, DO, is joining Goshen Physicians OB/GYN on March 1, 2023. He specializes in women’s health care, including minimally invasive surgical techniques, routine checkups and screenings and care throughout pregnancy.

Lorraine Weaver, MD, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians OB/GYN. As a board certified obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. Weaver specializes in treating women throughout their lifespan, from adolescence to menopausal years.

Goshen Physicians will be hosting drive-thru flu shot clinics this fall. These clinics are open to the community for ages 10 and older. The influenza vaccine is free with most insurance plans. Cash, check and credit card will also be accepted. Self-pay cost is $40 for the low dose and $107 for the high dose.

Board certified Otolaryngologist Savita Collins, MD, joined Goshen Physicians to open a new office – Goshen Physicians ENT, Speech & Audiology at 2012 South Main Street, Suite B, in Goshen. The office will also have an audiologist and speech-language pathologist on staff.

Goshen Physicians Family Medicine recently welcomed Diana Marmolejos, NP, to the Lincoln Avenue practice. Diana provides compassionate care for patients of all ages. She works closely with a team of healthcare providers to ensure patients receive the best care possible, whether they have the flu, an ear ache, another common illness or a chronic condition, such as diabetes or heart disease.

Gastroenterologist Salim Jaffer, MD, joined Goshen Physicians Gastroenterology. He brings nearly three decades of clinical experience in treating patients with stomach diseases and abdominal disorders. He provides a wide range of procedures, including colonoscopies, liver biopsies and endoscopies to examine the esophagus, stomach and duodenum small intestine.

Matthew Wells, MD, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine in Syracuse. He provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages, from newborns to senior citizens and everyone in-between.

People in need of same-day medical care can now make appointments online for visits at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine & Urgent Care – 2824 Elkhart Rd, Goshen. It's an easy, convenient way to skip the line in the waiting room.

Lily Kwatampora, MD, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Endocrinology. Dr. Kwatampora specializes in treating patients with diabetes, thyroid diseases and other endocrine system disorders. She is board certified in internal medicine, endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism.

Amanda Meersman, MD, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Parkway at 17. She provides a continuity of health care for the entire family, from newborns and teens to young adults and older generations.

Beginning July 1, Goshen Physicians is excited to expand community access to healthcare with the addition of a new practice, Goshen Physicians Sleep & Allergy Medicine. Goshen Physicians formally purchased Dr. Yatin J. Patel’s Goshen Sneeze & Snooze Clinic as Dr. Patel prepares to celebrate his retirement next month. 

Rene Alonzo, MD, has joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. He provides complete care for the entire family, from newborns and adolescents to young adults and older generations.

Shobhit Sharma, PA, has joined Urgent Care Goshen Physicians. He provides immediate care for patients six months or older with common illnesses or minor injuries. 

Obstetrician and Gynecologist Carissa May, MD, has joined Goshen Physicians OB/GYN. Dr. May provides care for women of all ages, and specializes in minimally invasive procedures, including robotic-assisted surgery, to treat disorders and disease in female reproductive organs. She also has a strong interest in expanding access to care to improve health equity for women of all ages.

Speech-Language Pathologist Alexa Liberi, MA, CCC-SLP, now welcomes patients at Goshen Physicians ENT, Speech & Audiology. She evaluates and treats adults and adolescents with voice, upper airway, swallowing and cognitive communication disorders.

Board certified Nurse Practitioner Morgan Danielson, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, joined Goshen Physicians Urology. She evaluates and treats adults and some pediatric patients with health issues related to the upper and lower urinary tract system.

Duane Miller, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, has joined Urgent Care Goshen Physicians. He is a board certified nurse practitioner who specializes in emergency medicine.

Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Bristol has been designated as a Safe Place® in partnership with Bashor Children’s Home.

Katelyn Thompson, MSN, FNP-BC, now provides immediate care for patients of all ages at Urgent Care Goshen Physicians. She focuses on diagnosing and treating patients with minor illnesses, infections or injuries.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many changes and challenges to health care, but Goshen Physicians remains committed to increasing access to care in our communities.

Jessica Ebey, NP-C, has joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Bristol as a certified family nurse practitioner. She provides medical care for families across the age spectrum, from infants and adolescents to young adults and older populations.

Lylian Hermann, FNP, has joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Milford as a family nurse practitioner. Hermann works closely with Tamara Kermani, DO, to expand access to primary care for patients of all ages. Her services range from preventive care and wellness visits to treatment for acute illnesses and management of chronic diseases.

Madeline Vandecappelle, MD, provides a full spectrum of care to patients of all ages at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Middlebury. She specializes in family medicine with a focus on preventive care and management of chronic diseases.  

Lorraine Weaver, MD, will be joining Goshen Physicians OB/GYN as a board certified obstetrician and gynecologist in February of 2023. She provides obstetric and gynecological care for women of all ages. She brings with her more than 20 years of experience in the field of obstetrics and gynecology.

Amanda Aldana, NP, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Elkhart. She cares for patients of all ages, from infants and adolescents to adults. In addition to routine wellness exams, Aldana provides immediate care for patients with acute illnesses and injuries and manages chronic conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes.

Certified Family Nurse Practitioner Amy Golden has joined Urgent Care Goshen Physicians, where she provides medical care for patients of all ages, from infants and adolescents to adults. Golden has over 15 years of experience in occupational medicine, urgent care and pediatric intensive care.

Patrick Stevens, DO, has joined the team of family medicine doctors at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Nappanee. He provides comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages and generations.

A small group gathered today to commemorate the construction start of a new Goshen Physicians Family Medicine location in Parkway Plaza on the corner of CR 17 and CR 14/Middlebury St. at 851 Parkview Ave., Elkhart, previously Sauk Trail restaurant.

Rebecca Johnson, DO, has joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine in Ligonier. Dr. Johnson specializes in geriatrics and primarily provides care for adult patients of all ages who have diverse needs to manage a wide range of diseases, illnesses and chronic conditions.

Sabrina McKinney, FNP-BC, has joined the provider team at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine & Urgent Care as a family nurse practitioner. She provides immediate medical care for patients who have non-emergency illnesses or minor injuries.

Danae Bell, MSN, FNP-BC, RNC-OB, has joined the medical team at Goshen Physicians OB/GYN. As a family nurse practitioner, Bell provides preventive and acute care for women of all ages to help them maintain health and wellness. She brings more than 14 years of experience in caring for women, newborns and families during labor and delivery at Goshen Hospital's Birthplace and as they transition to home.

Goshen Physicians will host a public open house to celebrate the grand opening of the Goshen Physicians Family Medicine location in the North Webster Community Center at 301 N Main Street, Suite 121 on Monday, January 16, 2023, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided. The entrance is located behind the building.

Urologist Anthony Gauthier Jr., MD, joined Goshen Physicians Urology. He specializes in treating patients with diseases of the urinary tract system, including prostate gland and kidney stone disease.

Marie Bennion, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, has joined Urgent Care Goshen Physicians as a board certified family nurse practitioner. She provides immediate care for patients of all ages who walk into the clinic for treatment of minor illnesses and injuries.

AshLynn Weaver, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, now treats patients at Urgent Care Goshen Physicians. She provides health care for patients of all ages who need immediate treatment for common illnesses and minor injuries.

Tracy Ford, FNP-BC, CWCN-AP, has joined Urgent Care Goshen Physicians, where she will focus on diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses that require immediate medical attention.

Eleonora Meyta, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, now provides immediate medical attention for patients with minor illnesses and injuries at Urgent Care Goshen Physicians.

Cathy Wesson, NP, is now welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Center for Weight Reduction. She manages the center’s team approach to weight loss by coordinating patient care with physicians, surgeons, dietitians and personal trainers. Wesson also provides motivational counseling and monitors patients’ medical status as they progress toward their weight-loss goals.

Kelly Simpson, NP, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians OB/GYN. She provides care for women from adolescence through post-menopausal years.

Goshen Physicians Center for Weight Reduction has received its third consecutive accreditation as a Comprehensive Center of Excellence under the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP).

Nicholas D. Panting, MD, has joined Goshen Physicians Parkway at 17. He provides primary care for all ages, from newborns and adolescents to young adults and older generations. 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 plans to offer screening colonoscopies.

Patients now have an option of robotic-assisted bariatric surgery at Goshen Physicians Center for Weight Reduction.

Stephanie Cross, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C, has joined Goshen Physicians Sleep & Allergy Medicine. Cross has over 15 years of experience caring for patients in hospital and clinical settings, including three years at Goshen Hospital. In addition, she is certified as an adult-gerontology nurse practitioner.

Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Nappanee is now offering walk-in urgent care services. Lylian Hermann, FNP, will provide walk-in or same day appointments for the treatment of minor illnesses and injuries. Clinic hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 1953 Waterfall Drive in Nappanee.

Mallory Grossman, NP, has joined Goshen Center for Weight Reduction as a nurse practitioner. She coordinates treatment with physicians, surgeons, dietitians and personal trainers for patients who choose surgery or a natural weight loss program. Grossman also provides motivational counseling and monitors patients’ medical status during treatment.

Deborah Risa, NP-C, and Katherine O’Toole, NP-C, have joined Goshen Physicians Sleep & Allergy Medicine. The nurse practitioners diagnose and treat adults and teenagers with sleep-disordered breathing, allergies and asthma.

Heather Calkins, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, now welcomes new patients of all ages at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. As a certified family nurse practitioner, Calkins provides comprehensive medical care for the entire family, from infants and adolescents to adults and those in their later years of life.

Virtual visits are now offered at Goshen Center for Cancer Care, Goshen Heart & Vascular Center and Goshen Orthopedics, in addition to Goshen Physicians family medicine offices. In fact, nearly all Goshen Health locations – as well as home-based services like home care and hospice – are equipped to schedule virtual visits. 

Goshen Orthopedics is now offering appointments at the new Goshen Physicians location on County Road 17 in Elkhart – Goshen Physicians Parkway at 17, 851 Parkway Ave, Elkhart. To schedule an appointment, patients call the orthopedics office at (574) 534-2548.

Goshen Health is hosting a public open house to celebrate the opening of Goshen Physicians Sleep & Allergy Medicine and to recognize Dr. Yatin J. Patel for his 28 years of service. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held Wednesday, August 31, 2022, from 4 to 6 p.m. at 2417 Berkshire Dr., Goshen. There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4 p.m.

Ashley Ganger, a registered nurse who divides her time between Goshen Hospital’s Emergency Department and NeuroCare Center Goshen Physicians, received two nominations for Goshen Health’s DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune SYstem) Award. The award is part of an international program to honor and celebrate the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day. 

Goshen Orthopedics now offers appointments at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Middlebury. To schedule an appointment, patients can call the orthopedics office, (574) 534-2548.

Goshen Physicians Sleep & Allergy Medicine has joined a national effort to recognize how sleep affects health and well-being during Sleep Awareness Week March 12-18.

Goshen Health recently presented the Gardener Award to Shelly Stroup, Medical Assistant at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park, for providing exceptional care to her patients.

Malinda Lasater, DO, is now welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Nappanee. Dr. Lasater is board certified in family medicine and has experience in urgent care, preventive medicine and occupational medicine. She has been practicing medicine at Urgent Care Goshen Physicians since 2018.

Certified Athletic Trainer Brandi Smith, MAT, LAT, ATC, has joined Goshen Orthopedics. She works closely with the student athletic program at Fairfield Junior/Senior High School in Goshen. Smith provides immediate care for student-athletes with sports-related injuries. She also collaborates with the team physicians at Goshen Orthopedics to build care plans to help young athletes recover physically and emotionally, while protecting their long-term health.

By most clinical standards, the process of preparing treatment plans for patients who need radiation therapy can take several days. Precise calculations for tumor targeting and organ sparing are completed prior to the start of treatment. If there are changes to a patient’s anatomy during the course of treatment, a significant delay may occur. At Goshen Center for Cancer Care, thanks to Ethos™ Therapy, artificial intelligence and machine learning can create and adapt plans for physicians’ review within minutes – all while the patient remains on the treatment couch.

Beth Jones, RN, MSN, FNP-BC, has joined NeuroCare Center Goshen Physicians as a nurse practitioner. She provides care for patients with a wide range of issues affecting the brain, including dementia, migraines, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. She also provides stroke care and treats patients with seizures, tremor, multiple sclerosis and neuropathy.

Goshen Health is holding a recruiting event this Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the cafeteria of the hospital’s new tower. People who complete an application will receive a gift card for $10 to purchase a meal in cafeteria. The event is the first of a weekly initiative – Meet & Eat Thursdays, where applicants will have the opportunity to talk to representatives from Human Resources, Nursing and Goshen Physicians, among other departments.

Heather Whitehead, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, has joined the Interventional Pulmonology Department at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She works directly with Dr. Muhammad “Sammy” Bostaji to provide patient care and coordinate individual treatment plans. She assists with treatment of cancer and other diseases in the lungs, esophagus and chest.

Goshen Hospital received two new da Vinci® surgical systems to increase their capacity to perform robotic-assisted surgeries. In addition, the hospital surgical suites were upgraded with a new endoscopic video platform for minimally invasive procedures. The new video platform provides 4K resolution, advanced surgical imaging functions and device controls along with communication integrations for efficient workflow.

Beginning in March, Rebecca Johnson, DO, will be welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Milford. Dr. Johnson provides care for adult patients who have diverse needs; manages a wide range of diseases, illnesses and chronic conditions; and specializes in geriatrics.

In 1933, the wife of a family physician in a small town asked her community to send greeting cards to their physicians to recognize their compassionate and life-saving work. In 1990, President George Bush designated March 30 as National Doctors’ Day, selecting that day because it marked the anniversary of the first use of anesthesia during surgery.

Becker’s ASC Review recently announced U.S. News & World Report’s list of the nation’s best ambulatory surgery centers (ASC). Goshen Surgery Center made the list, based on its performance in colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures.

The American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association have again recognized Goshen Hospital as in the top 10 percent of hospitals for heart attack care. In 2024, only 259 hospitals in the nation received the NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award. Goshen Hospital is the only one in this region to receive the award, and it has consistently met the standards of heart attack care for 13 years – every year since the award has been offered.

Robin Berghoff, MAT, LAT, ATC, PTA, has joined Goshen Orthopedics as an athletic trainer. She provides preventive care, diagnosis and rehabilitation services for student-athletes at Concord High School in Elkhart, Indiana.