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Betsy Garber provides a range of services for women with breast cancer at Goshen Retreat Women’s Health Center. She guides them into survivorship and surveillance through post-operative care or after they have completed cancer treatment. Patients with a family history of breast cancer also turn to Betsy for concerns about their cancer risk.

As a part of the High Risk Breast Clinic at the Retreat, Betsy provides clinical examinations, calculates risk using well-validated models, and discusses lifestyle factors and other options that could reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. She also provides genetic testing and screening for hereditary cancer syndromes.

Philosophy of Care

Betsy draws from experience as a caregiver to guide her approach to care. She respects each patient’s choice to live out their personal mission. Throughout the journey, Betsy cares for patients the way she would want her family treated. That includes serving as a patient advocate and educator. She provides patients with complete information about treatment options, side effects and possible outcomes to help them make their own decisions. Regardless of the path a patient chooses, Betsy offers understanding and support throughout their cancer journey.

Clinical Interest

The complexity of breast cancer interests Betsy most. Not only does she provide care for patients who have been diagnosed and treated for breast cancer, she evaluates risk for individuals with a family history of the disease and provides genetic testing.

Research Interest

As a research nurse, Betsy has worked with clinical trials through cooperative groups and pharmaceutical companies. She has assisted in published peer reviewed journals for studies in radiation oncology as well as the developmental toxicity of certain chemicals.

Betsy completed the “Intensive Course in Community Cancer Genetics and Research Training” through the City of Hope treatment center in California. This course provided expert training in the evaluation, diagnosis and management of hereditary cancer syndromes. She continues to engage with genetic specialists through online forums, weekly tumor boards and annual meetings.

Biography

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 Interest

Emily’s clinical interests include the care of newborns to adolescents; premature infants; aiding in breastfeeding difficulties; and the diagnosis and management of asthma, ADHD, eczema, headaches/migraines and autism.

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.

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.

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 Interest

Rita provides instruction and training in a wide variety of mind-body strategies to help patients manage stress and enhance their quality of life throughout the cancer experience. Common mind-body strategies include talking about stressful experiences, journaling, guided imagery, mindfulness practices, prayer and meditation. Together with a team of mind-body counselors, Rita offers cancer support groups focused on education and peer support, family programs to help children cope with their loved one’s cancer, and annual weekend retreat for patients with metastatic cancer and their spouses, partners or caregivers.

Research Interest

Rita participated in a year-long program on Screening for Psychosocial Distress. The program was a partnership between Yale School of Nursing and the American Psychosocial Oncology Society, and funded by the National Cancer Institute. She also participated in a two-year program, Implementing Comprehensive Bio-psychosocial Screening presented by City of Hope and funded by the National Cancer Institute.

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 Interest

Jessica is interested in a variety of neurological disorders, primarily headache, dementia and Parkinson’s disease.

Biography

Anna Grady is a board certified family medicine physician with Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Lincoln Avenue. 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.

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 Interest

Obstetrics, pediatrics and women’s health hold the most interest for Dr. Grady.

Research Interest

Dr. Grady has conducted community health research into the impact of prenatal care on the rates and duration of breastfeeding in Goshen, Indiana.

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 Interest

Mallory’s clinical interests include acute and chronic illnesses, preventive care and women’s health.