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Emily A. Garber, RN, MSN, CPNP-PC, is a certified pediatric nurse practitioner at Goshen Physicians Pediatrics. She provides well-child care and health education, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of common pediatric acute illnesses and chronic conditions. Her previous experience in pediatric neurosurgery and neurology as a nurse practitioner and in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) as a registered nurse is an asset to her practice. Emily provides comprehensive medical care for pediatric patients, ages birth to 18 years old, including wellchild examinations that encompass age-appropriate developmental evaluation; anticipatory guidance; vaccinations; acute/illness visits involving evaluation, diagnosis and treatment. When appropriate, she makes referrals to specialists and prescribes medication. In 2012, Emily was featured in Dayton Children’s Medical Center’s quarterly publication, where she was recognized for her unique approach to managing the diagnosis of a seizure and migraine patient. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband and two boys.

Philosophy of Care

Emily cares for her patients with the whole family in mind. She strives to provide kind, compassionate care with understanding of family circumstances and cultural beliefs. She consciously uses a gentle, age-appropriate approach to interact with her patients. She believes a pediatric primary care practice is the medical home for a patient, guiding and directing the care in all areas of health and wellness from birth to high school graduation.

Clinical/Research Interest

• Care of newborns
• Adolescents
• Premature infants
• Aiding in breastfeeding
• Diagnosis and management of asthma
• ADHD
• Eczema
• Headaches/Migraines
• Autism

Education

Certified – Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Education and training:
Master of Science in Nursing
University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH

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.

Clinical/Research 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

Winston Gerig, MD, FACS, is a board certified surgeon who works with the Gerig Surgical Associates, P.C. He strives to make his patients feel less apprehensive and more comfortable with surgery.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Gerig received advanced training in general, laparoscopic and bariatric surgery, which allows him to perform a wide range of surgical procedures. Dr. Gerig specializes in weight-loss surgery and has performed numerous laparoscopic gastric bypass and adjustable lap band procedures with training to perform the sleeve gastrectomy. With more than 20 years of experience, this compassionate physician believes treatment doesn’t end after surgery and that patients deserve encouragement and emotional support throughout any medical condition.

Clinical/Research Interest

• Weight-loss surgery
• Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
• Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy

Techniques/Procedures:

• Minimally invasive surgery of the abdomen
• Vascular surgery
• Weight loss surgery
• Wound care
• Colonoscopies

Education

Board Certified – Surgery

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

Residency:
General Surgery
Akron City Hospital | Akron, OH

Biography

Dr. Sharrell Gibson is a board certified obstetrician and gynecologist with Goshen Physicians OB/GYN. She cares for patients from adolescence through their post-menopausal years. Dr. Gibson is specially trained in minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopic procedures.

When Dr. Gibson is away from her medical practice, she enjoys outdoor sports, including tennis, biking, hiking and water sports.

Philosophy of Care

Compassionate care comes naturally to Dr. Gibson, since she loves her work and her patients. She considers herself privileged to care for patients throughout the transitions of womanhood – empowering them to feel happier with themselves and their personal lives.

Clinical/Research Interest

• Routine and high-risk pregnancies
• Birth control
• Pelvic pain
• Vaginal conditions
• Endometriosis

Techniques/Procedures:

• Minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopic

Education

Board Certified – Obstetrics, Gynecology

Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
St. George’s University School of Medicine | Grenada, West Indies

Residency:
Grand Rapids Medical Education & Research Center | Grand Rapids, MI

Biography

Rita Gingrich, LCSW, OSW-C, provides mind-body counseling support to patients with cancer and their loved ones. She works with individuals, families, couples and children to nurture and strengthen healthy coping skills for the emotional challenges and stresses related to the experience of cancer. Rita has worked in the human services field for over 25 years and has enjoyed a variety of work experiences. She has extensive experience in counseling and group work in hospice, mental health and cancer care settings.

Philosophy of Care

Rita provides patient-centered counseling. She explores the values, priorities and other factors that contribute to each person’s quality of life. She works to identify and maximize the strengths of each individual and family unit and to empower them to engage in their healing with a sense of calm and confidence. She uses a variety of mindbody counseling approaches to foster healthy coping skills and to improve her patients’ quality of life during their cancer journey.

Clinical/Research Interest

• Mind-body counseling
• Emotional support
• Managing depression and anxiety
• Quality of life
• Holistic cancer care
• Adult and child support
• Stress management

Education

Certification - Oncology Social Work

Education and training:
Masters in Social Work
Indiana University, South Bend, IN

Bachelor of Arts, Social Work
Goshen College, Goshen, IN

Bachelor of Arts, Humanities
Hesston College, Hesston, KS

Biography

Jessica Glassman is a board certified nurse practitioner who treats disorders of the nervous system such as dementia, Parkinson’s disease, headaches and seizures in collaboration with the neurologists at the NeuroCare
Center.

Her experience includes acute and cardiac care as a registered nurse, and several years in internal medicine providing primary care for the Department of Veteran Affairs as a nurse practitioner.

In her free time, Jessica enjoys running, spending time with her children, volunteering at church and traveling.

Philosophy of Care

Jessica takes a friendly, holistic approach to patient care. She places an emphasis on building therapeutic relationships with each patient in order to create a healing environment.

Clinical/Research Interest

• Dementia
• Parkinson disease
• Headaches and seizures

Education

Board Certified – Family Nurse Practitioner

Education and training:
Master of Science in Nursing
Goshen College | Goshen, IN

Biography

Dr. Anna Grady is a board certified family medicine physician with Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. She provides comprehensive care for the entire family, from newborns to senior citizens.

Dr. Grady also has advanced training in pregnancy care including high-risk obstetrics, ultrasound, cesarean sections and postpartum procedures. Her medical training includes a focus on rural medicine. In addition, Dr. Grady is fluent in Spanish.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Grady’s goal is to walk alongside a family throughout their health journey. She believes her role is to serve as an advocate, educator and guide.

Clinical/Research Interest

• Women's health, including pregnancy care, high risk obstetrics, ultrasound, cesarean sections and postpartum procedures
• Preventive medicine
• Rural medicine

Education

Board Certified – Family Medicine

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

Residency:
Indiana University Ball Memorial Hospital | Muncie, IN

Biography

Nicole Greenlee provides a range of services for patients of all ages at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine & Urgent Care. As a certified family nurse practitioner, she treats common illnesses, including flu, ear infections or headaches. Nicole also cares for patients who need immediate medical attention for chronic conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and breathing issues related to lung disease.

Patient care has been an important part of Nicole’s entire nursing career. She has more than a decade of experience as an oncology certified nurse in infusion centers at Goshen Center for Cancer Care and in Indianapolis. She also has attended to patients going through radiation treatment at the Center for Cancer Care. Her years of oncology experience have fueled a true passion for end-of-life care.

While volunteering as a missionary nurse in Kenya, Nicole lived and worked in an orphanage. She helped manage a wide range of pediatric illnesses, including tropical diseases.

Philosophy of Care

Educating patients is as important as treating them medically for Nicole. Professional fulfillment and meaning come from giving patients the best possible care and helping them understand the reason for their treatment. She also believes in treating the whole person, not just the disease.

Clinical/Research Interest

• Preventive care and wellness
• Chronic diseases and management, including diabetes, high blood pressure and breathing issues related to lung disease
• Patient education
• Integration of holistic therapies and traditional medicine
• Genetics
• End-of-life care

Education

Certified – Family Nurse Practitioner

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

Biography

Mallory Grossman, FNP, MSN, BSN, RN, is a board certified family nurse practitioner at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Shipshewana. She works closely with a team of doctors and medical providers to assess, diagnose and treat patients of all ages. She also provides patient and family education to improve overall health and well-being.

Philosophy of Care

Mallory believes in providing personalized care for each patient. She takes time to get to know patients beyond their medical concerns. By caring for the whole person, Mallory helps her patients take an active role in their health care and live life to its fullest.

Clinical/Research Interest

• Preventive care
• Acute illnesses
• Chronic diseases and management
• Women's health

Education

Certified – Family Nurse Practitioner

Education and training:
Master of Science in Nursing
University of Saint Francis | Fort Wayne, IN