Katherine Atherton-Wood, N.P.

Katherine Atherton-Wood graduated from Pomona College in Claremont, CA, with a B.A. in linguistics in 1994. After working as a case manager in a residential treatment center, she went on to attend the University of Colorado Health Science Center to complete her Master of Science: Family Nurse Practitioner degree and Doctorate of Nursing Practice in 2002. Katherine is board certified as a family nurse practitioner and also holds certification as a case manager. She has a special interest in partnering with patients to help them reach both short and long-term health goals. Since 2002, she has worked at la Casa Quigg Newton Community Clinic at Denver Health and Jefferson County Department of Health. Katherine joined Longmont Clinic in October 2006.

Katherine Atherton-Wood can be reached at 720-494-3126.
This provider practices at Longmont Clinic.

Linda D. Backup, M.D.

Dr. Linda Backup graduated from Colorado College in 1970 with a B.A. in biology and earned her medical degree from the University of Washington in 1974. She completed her internal medicine internship and residency in 1977 at the University of Oregon. She then completed a cardiology fellowship in 1979 at the University of Colorado. She is board certified in internal medicine and cardiology. Dr. Backup is experienced in cardiac catheterizations, coronary angioplasties, thallium stress tests, exercise stress tests, echocardiograms and stress echocardiograms. She has been at Longmont Clinic since 1981.

Dr. Backup can be reached at 720.494.3117.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Rachael Bassett, M.D.

Dr. Rachel Bassett attended school at the University of Iowa and graduated with a B.A. in biology and biochemistry in 1996. She then attended medical school at the Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University Chicago, where where she graduated with her M.D. in 2000. Dr. Bassett completed a family practice residency at the University of Wisconsin. She went on to complete an additional fellowship in developmental disability medicine in Aurora, CO. Dr. Bassett worked as a hospitalist form Longmont United Hospital and has also had clinical practices at the Salud Clinic in Ft. Collins and Care Plus Medical Center in Longmont prior to joining Longmont Clinic in June 2011.  Dr. Bassett is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Dr. Bassett can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Eric M. Benson, M.D.

Dr. Eric Benson graduated from Yale University in 1992 with a B.S. in molecular biophysics and biochemistry. He then attended Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee, and received his M.D. in 1996. Dr. Benson completed his family medicine residency at the Valley Medical Center in Renton, Washington. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Association. Dr. Benson joined Longmont Clinic in September 1999.

Dr. Benson can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Kevin R. Berg, M.D.

Dr. Kevin Berg received a bachelor of science degree from North Dakota State University in Fargo, North Dakota, in 1975. He attended Mayo Medical School in Rochester, Minnesota, and graduated in 1979. His surgical training was completed at the University of Iowa in 1984. He is board certified by the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Berg has been a general surgeon at Longmont Clinic since 1984.

Dr. Berg can be reached at 720.494.3135.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

David W. Britt, M.D.

Dr. David Britt received his B.A. in molecular biology from the University of Colorado in 1983, and his medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine in 1988. He completed his residency at the University of Texas at Houston in 1991. Dr. Britt is board certified in family medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Britt practiced at the Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in Houston, Texas, for two years before joining the staff of Longmont Clinic in July 1993.

Dr. Britt can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

David Burnham, M.D.

Dr. David Burnham attended the University of Notre Dame and received a B.S. in 1989. He went on to receive his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia, in 1993. He completed both an internship and a residency in general surgery at the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Burnham is a board certified general surgeon and a member of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Burnham practiced at Chestatee Regional Hospital, Lanier Park Hospital and Baptist Medical Center in Georgia prior to joining Longmont Clinic in November 2001.

Dr. Burnham can be reached at 720.494.3135.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Marie Bush, M.D.

Dr. Marie Bush received her medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, PA, in 1982 and went on to complete an internship at Allentown Affiliated Hospitals and a residency in internal medicine at the Reading Hospital and Medical Center. She also completed special studies in occupational medicine at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Dr. Bush is board certified in internal medicine. She was an emergency room physician before moving to Colorado to practice at Wardenburg Health Center in Boulder, CO. She joined Longmont Clinic in May 2000.

Dr. Bush can be reached at 720.494.3136.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Catherine Cavender, M.D.

Dr. Catherine Cavender graduated from the University of Vermont in 1991. She went on to attend medical school at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. She graduated with her M.D. in 1996 and then completed a residency in family medicine at St. Anthony’s in Denver. Dr. Cavender maintains a strong interest in community service medicine and speaks fluent Spanish.

Dr. Cavender can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Scott D. Clark, M.D.

Dr. Scott Clark earned a B.A. in microbiology from Kansas University in 1977 and a medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in 1980. He completed both an internal medicine internship and a residency in dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine. He is board certified and a fellow of the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Clark has been in practice at Longmont Clinic since 1984 and is Medical Director of Longmont Medical Research Network, a department of Longmont Clinic.

Dr. Clark can be reached at 720.494.3118.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Karen DelVecchio, F.N.P.

Karen DelVecchio received a B.S. in Nursing from Mankato State University in 1973.  She then attended the University of Colorado Health Science Center where she graduated with a degree of Family Nurse Practitioner in 2000. She worked at Longmont United Hospital as the Nursing Manager for the Intensive Care unit and Cardiopulmonolary unit before joining Longmont Clinic in 2001.  Karen is a board certified nurse practitioner and sees patients in the Family Medicine department.

Karen DelVecchio can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This provider practices at Longmont Clinic.

Abby Emdur, M.D.

Dr. Abby Emdur is an ear, nose and throat surgeon who specializes in voice and swallowing disorders. She received a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1997. She went on to attend the University of Southern California School of Medicine in Los Angeles and graduated with her M.D. in 2002. Dr. Emdur completed an internship in general surgery and a residency in otolaryngology — head and neck surgery at the University of California in San Diego. She began her practice at Longmont Clinic in September 2008.

Dr. Emdur can be reached at 720.494.3120.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Grace C. Fan, M.D.

Dr. Grace Fan graduated from Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota with a B.A. in chemistry in 1984. She then attended the University of California School of Medicine in Los Angeles to obtain her M.D. in 1988. Dr. Fan completed both an internship and residency in pediatrics at Harbor — UCLA Medical Center. She is currently an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Fan is a board certified pediatrician. She is also a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and and member of the Colorado Pediatric Primary Care Association. Dr. Fan practiced in Thornton, Colorado, before she joined Longmont Clinic in July 2001.

Dr. Fan can be reached at 720.494.3133.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Patrick A. Finnegan, M.D.

Dr. Patrick Finnegan graduated from the University of Colorado in Boulder, and the University of Colorado School of Medicine in 1986. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Maricopa Medical Center/St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Finnegan is board certified with the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Finnegan practiced at Beale Air Force Base in California, where he was Chief of OB/GYN Services, prior to joining the staff of Longmont Clinic in 1993.

Dr. Finnegan can be reached at 720.494.3130.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

James C. Freudenburg, M.D.

Dr. James Freudenburg received his bachelor of science degree in 1970, his medical degree in 1974, and completed his residency in 1977 at the University of Nebraska. He was certified with the American Board of Family Medicine in 1977 and recertified in 1989, 1996, 2002 and 2009. Dr. Freudenburg holds a teaching appointment as Assistant Clinical Professor in Family Medicine at the University of Colorado Medical Center. He joined Longmont Clinic in 1977.

Dr. Freudenburg can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Mindy Gehrs, M.D.

Dr. Gehrs can be reached at 720-494-3121.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

E. Patricia Gill, M.D.

Dr. Patricia Gill is a specialist infectious disease and travel Medicine. She received her bachelor of science degree from the University of Houston, her master of science from Texas Women's University, and her medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine. She completed residencies at Baylor College. Dr. Gill is board certified in both internal medicine and the subspecialty of infectious disease, and as such sees patients at Longmont Clinic as well as at Longmont United Hospital. She joined Longmont Clinic in April 1995.

Dr. Gill can be reached at 720.494.3131.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Shaila Gogate, M.D.

Dr. Gogate received her medical degree at the Chicago Medical School and completed her Internal Medicine internship and residency at Washington University of Medicine in St. Louis. She completed her fellowship in Allergy, Asthma and Immunology at National Jewish in Denver where she also worked as an assistant professor of Medicine.  Dr. Gogate is board certified in Internal Medicine and  Allergy and Immunology.  She specializes in Asthma and Allergic diseases including: allergic skin diseases and immunodeficiency disorders. Dr. Gogate joined the medical staff at Longmont Clinic in April of 2011.

Dr. Gogate can be reached at 720.494.3116.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Bruce Grossman, M.D.

Dr. Bruce Grossman graduated from New York University in 1977 with a B.A. in biology and psychology. He attended medical school at the Far Eastern University School of Medicine in Manilla, Phillippines, where he graduated with his M.D. in 1981 in the top 15% of his class. He completed an internship and residency in internal medicine at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City. He completed his residency in gastroenterology at Tulane University School of Medicine. Dr. Grossman is board certified in gastroenterology. He is a fellow in the American College of Physicians and the American College of Gastroenterology. A specialist in treating acid reflux, crohn's, colitis an other inflammatory bowel diseases, Dr. Grossman is one of only a few doctors in Longmont utilizing capsule endoscopy (Pill Cam) to diagnose and treat small bowel disorders. He is also a national speaker on reflux disease for several pharmaceutical companies, including AstraZeneca, TAP and Eisai. Dr. Grossman practiced in Palm Beach, Florida, prior to joining Longmont Clinic in August 2008.

Dr. Grossman can be reached at 720.494.3123.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Reginald Guy, M.D.

Dr. Reginald Guy earned his B.S. at Lehigh University in 1971 and his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine in 1975. He completed his postgraduate training at Albany Medical Center and was certified in advanced cardiac life support in 1990. Dr. Guy was in private practice in Montrose, Colorado, before joining the Urgent Care staff of Longmont Clinic in June 1990.

Dr. Guy can be reached at 720.494.3136.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Arlene Gwin, N.P.

Arlene Gwin attended the University of Phoenix in Costa Mesa, CA where she received a B.S. in Nursing.  She continued her education at the University of Colorado in Denver where she graduated with a degree in Women's Health Care: Nurse Practitioner in 1980. She was certified by the NAACOG in 1981.  Arlene has worked as an OB/Gyn Nurse Practitioner at The Ft. Collins Women's Clinic, the Larimer County Public Health Department, CIGNA in Los Angeles, CA and Life Associates in Morgantown, WV.  She then worked as the Director of Nurses at the Berthoud Living Center before she joined Longmont Clinic.  Arlene specializes in women's health, often counseling patients on contraception, pregnancy, nutrition, menopause and hormone replacement.  She works in both the Family Medicine department and the Obstetrics and Gynecology department at Longmont Clinic.

Arlene Gwin can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This provider practices at Longmont Clinic.

Arlene Gwin, N.P.

Arlene Gwin attended the University of Phoenix in Costa Mesa, CA where she received a B.S. in Nursing.  She continued her education at the University of Colorado in Denver where she graduated with a degree in Women's Health Care: Nurse Practitioner in 1980. She was certified by the NAACOG in 1981.  Arlene has worked as an OB/Gyn Nurse Practitioner at The Ft. Collins Women's Clinic, the Larimer County Public Health Department, CIGNA in Los Angeles, CA and Life Associates in Morgantown, WV.  She then worked as the Director of Nurses at the Berthoud Living Center before she joined Longmont Clinic.  Arlene specializes in women's health, often counseling patients on contraception, pregnancy, nutrition, menopause and hormone replacement.  She works in both the Family Medicine department and the Obstetrics and Gynecology department at Longmont Clinic.

Arlene Gwin can be reached at 720.494.3130.
This provider practices at Carbon Valley and Longmont Clinic.

Nuzhat Iqbal, M.D.

Dr. Nuzhat Iqbal is a board certified gastroenterologist. She received her M.D. from the Aga Khan University Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan, in 1991. She then came to the United States and completed an internal medicine internship and residency, as well as a fellowship in infectious disease at the University of New York at Stony Brook. Dr. Iqbal completed a second fellowship in gastoenterology in 1999 at the University of Alabama in Birmingham, then went on to become Assistant Professor of Gastroenterology at the University. She is a diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine and certifed by the American Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Dr. Iqbal maintains a special clinical interest in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease. She began practicing at Longmont Clinic in October 2003.

Dr. Iqbal can be reached at 720.494.3123.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Heather Isaacson, M.D.

Dr. Heather Isaacson attended Arizona State University and received a B.S. in biology in 1992. She went on to the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson, Arizona, and graduated in 1996 with her M.D. Dr. Isaacson completed both an internship and residency at the University of California, San Diego. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Isaacson practiced at Scripps Clinic in San Diego, California, prior to joining Longmont Clinic in December 2001.

Dr. Isaacson can be reached at 720.494.3133.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Richard E. Jacobi, M.D.

Dr. Richard Jacobi received a bachelor of science in biology at Rutgers University in 1982 before earning his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine at Philadelphia in 1986. He completed his residency in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Rochester and Highland Hospital in Rochester, New York, in 1989. He became board certified in 1989 and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, as well as the Colorado Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Jacobi joined Longmont Clinic in December 1994.

Dr. Jacobi can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Jalpa "Jenny" Kim, M.D.

Dr. Jalpa "Jenny" Kim graduated from Drew University in Madison, New Jersey, with a B.A. in chemistry in 1996. She received her M.D. from the New Jersey Medical School and then went on to complete her residency in OB/GYN at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, New York. She is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Kim worked at the Hackensack University Medical Center Women's Health Services in Hackensack, New Jersey, prior to moving to Colorado. Dr. Kim speaks fluent Spanish. She joined Longmont Clinic in July 2006.

Dr. Kim can be reached at 720.494.3130.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Sharon Kloepfer, P.A.

Sharon Kloepfer attended Colgate University in New York and received a B.A. in 1976. She then attended the University of Colorado Health Science Center and graduated with an M.S. in 1986. Sharon is a certified Physician's Assistant.  She specializes in Dermatology. Since 1993, she has worked as a Physician's Assistant in Dermatology at Boulder Medical Center, Columbine Dermatology and Kaiser Permanente.  She joined the staff at Longmont Clinic in 2003. 

Sharon Kloepfer can be reached at 720.494.3118.
This provider practices at Longmont Clinic.

Jerome C. Landblom, M.D.

Dr. Jerome Landblom received a B.S. from the University of North Dakota in 1979 and continued there to receive his M.D. in 1983. He completed an internship and residency at the University of North Dakota Family Practice Center/Bismark Hospital in 1986. Dr. Landblom has practiced family medicine at the Fargo Clinic in Fargo, North Dakota, and at Longs Peak Family Practice in Longmont, Colorado. He is a member of the Colorado Medical Society and the Boulder County Medical Society. He was board certified by the American Academy of Family Physicians in 1986, and recertified in 1998. Dr. Landblom joined Longmont Clinic in August 1999.

Dr. Landblom can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Janelle Laughlin, M.D.

Dr. Janelle Laughlin graduated from the University of California at San Diego in 1994 with a B.A. in Cognitive Science.  She attended the Chicago Medical School where she obtained a Masters in Physiology in 1997 and her Medical Degree in 2000, graduating first in her class.  Dr. Laughlin is board certified in Internal Medicine and completed a fellowship in Rheumatology at the University of Chicago.  She is active in clinical research and pharmaceutical trials.  She is a member of the American College of Physicians, Alpha Omega Alpha (medical honor society), and the American College of Rheumatology.  She joined Longmont Clinic in August of 2006.

Dr. Laughlin can be reached at 720-494-3158.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

John D. Leonard, M.D.

Dr. John Leonard earned his bachelor of science degree in 1966 and his medical degree in 1970 from the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He completed his internship in 1971 at Royal Alexandra Hospital, and his surgery fellowship in 1981 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Dr. Leonard is certified by the American Board of Surgery, is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Leonard's medical interests include all facets of vascular reconstructive surgery, as well as the non-surgical management of atherosclerosis. Dr. Leonard also has substantial experience in endoscopic surgery. Dr. Leonard joined the staff of Longmont Clinic in August 1993.

Dr. Leonard can be reached at 720.494.3135.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Troy J. Malcom, D.O.

Dr. Troy Malcom attended the University of Nebraska in Lincoln and graduated with a B.A. in 1995. He went on to attend medical school at Des Moines University in Iowa, where he received his medical degree in 2001. Dr. Malcom completed an internship at the Metrohealth Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI. He then completed residencies in both general surgery at Ingham Regional Medical Center in Lansing, Michigan, and in urology at Michigan State University where he was the Chief Resident. He is a board certified urologist. Dr. Malcom joined Longmont Clinic in September 2007.

Dr. Malcom can be reached at 720.494.3137.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Aristides Maniatis, M.D.

Dr. Aristides Maniatis is a Colorado native, who graduated with a B.S. degree from the University of Colorado, majoring in molecular biology and biochemistry. He received his M.D. from Harvard Medical School and did his internship and residency in pediatrics at Denver Children's Hospital/University of Colorado School of Medicine, followed by his fellowship in pediatric endocrinology at the same institution, graduating in June 2005. His CV includes publications on insulin pump therapy, neuroendocrine complications of brain tumors and newborn screening for congenital adrenal hyperplasia and hypothyroidism. His professional interests include general, clinical pediatric endocrinology and diabetes.

Dr. Maniatis can be reached at 303.783.3883.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Sean Manion, M.D.

Dr. Sean Manion graduated from St. Thomas Academy in St. Paul, Minnesota, in 1983. He went on to receive a B.S. from Notre Dame University in Indiana prior to attending medical school. Dr. Manion received his M.D. from Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, in 1991. He completed residencies in both general surgery and urology at the Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Manion is board certified in urology. He is a member of the American Urology Association and a diplomat of the American Board of Urology. He was the Chief of Urology at Reynolds Army Community Hospital in Ft. Sill, Oklahoma, before he joined Longmont Clinic in September 2000.

Dr. Manion can be reached at 720.494.3137.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Claudia Martin-Williams, P.A.

Claudia Martin-Williams attended college at the University of California in Santa Barbara and graduated with a BS in 1989.  She followed that degree by attending the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center Physician Assistant Program where she graduated in 1999. Claudia Martin-Williams worked as a physician's assistant at the People's Clinic in Boulder. She was then assigned an active duty position in the Army at Evans Army Community Hospital where she worked as a physicians assistant until 2004.  After her commitment to the Army was fulfilled she worked as a physician's assistant at Spectrum Health Care, then with Dr. Howie Wolf in Lafayette, and subsequently the Ft Morgan Urgent Care prior to joining Longmont Clinic.  Claudia Martin-Williams currently works in Urgent Care.  She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Colorado Academy of Physician Assistants.

Claudia Martin-Williams can be reached at 720-494-3136.
This provider practices at Longmont Clinic.

David W. McCarty, D.O.

Dr. David McCarty graduated from the University of Colorado in 1970 and received his D.O. from the College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery, Des Moines, Iowa, in 1973. He then completed an internship and an internal medicine residency in 1979 with St. Luke's Hospital in Denver, Colorado. Dr. McCarty is active with the Clinic research department, with ongoing studies on osteoporosis in the elderly and hypertension. He currently serves as Medical Director of the LifeCare Center and is a trustee of the Longmont Foundation. Dr. McCarty joined Longmont Clinic in November 1985.

Dr. McCarty can be reached at 720.494.3126.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Denise M. Miller, M.D.

Dr. Denise Miller graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1978. She was a general surgery resident at Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals from 1978-1983. She also completed a fellowship in surgical oncology and taught surgery at Creighton from July 1983 to June 1984. She was board certified by the American Board of Surgery in 1984, and recertified in 1992. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She has been a member of Longmont United Hospital Cancer Committee since 1984, and Chairman since 1992. Dr. Miller has been practicing at Longmont Clinic since 1984.

Dr. Miller can be reached at 720.494.3135.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Krishna Murthy, M.D.

Dr. Krishna Murthy received his undergraduate degree from the National College in Bangalore, India, in 1965 and a medical degree from Mysore Medical College in Mysore, India, in 1971. Once in the United States, he completed a residency and fellowship in pediatrics/adult allergy and immunology at the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He also served as an associate clinical professor at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Allergy and Immunology Clinic. Dr. Murthy has been practicing allergy and clinical immunology since 1980. He is board certified in pediatrics and allergy, asthma and immunology.

Dr. Murthy can be reached at 720.494.3116.
This doctor practices at Carbon Valley and Longmont Clinic.

Brian S. Nelson, M.D.

Dr. Brian Nelson attended the University of California, Los Angeles, and received a B.S. in biomechanics and exercise physiology. He then went on to receive his M.D. from George Washington School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., where he ranked in the top ten percent of his class. Dr. Nelson completed an internship in family medicine at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City. He then completed a residency in OB/GYN at the Reading Hospital and Medical Center in Reading, PA. Dr. Nelson is board certified and is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists. He joined Longmont Clinic in September 2001. Dr. Nelson maintains a special interest in treating urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. He is experienced in many types of pelvic surgery, using both vaginal and laparoscopic techniques. He is trained in caring for high risk pregnancies and performs his own obstetrical ultrasounds.

Dr. Nelson can be reached at 720.494.3130.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Susan Nelson, F.N.P.

Susan Nelson recieved a degree in Nursing from Washington Hospital School of Nursing in Washington, PA in 1970.  She then attended Metropolitan State College in Denver and graduated with a Bachelor of Science: Adult Nurse Practitioner degree in 1978.  She continued her schooling at the University of Colorado and obtained a Master's degree in Nursing in 1979.  She then did an independant study in Pediatrics at West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV.  Since 1980, Sue has worked as a Nurse Practitioner at a variety of family health centers in Colorado - including: the Berthoud Health Center, the Columbine Family Health Center, United Medical Center of Berthoud, and Family Physicians of Windsor.  Sue came to work at Longmont Clinic in 2002. She sees patients in both the Family Medicine department and the Internal Medicine department.

Susan Nelson can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This provider practices at Longmont Clinic.

Jeffrey Paulson, N.P.

Jeffrey Paulson attended the University of Colorado and received a B.A. in 1970.  He continued his education at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver where he received a B.S. in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing.  Jeff is a board certified Nurse Practitioner.  He has worked at the People's Clinic in Boulder, the University of Colorado Hospital Regional Burn Center, Wardenburg Student Health Center and the University of Colorado Hospital's Emergency Department and Urgent Care Center.  Jeff joined the staff in the Urgent Care Department at Longmont Clinic in December of 2002. 

Jeffrey Paulson can be reached at 720-494-3136.
This provider practices at Longmont Clinic.

Lyle M. Pfeifer, M.D.

Dr. Lyle Pfeifer earned a bachelor of science degree at the University of Nebraska in 1982 and received his medical degree at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 1986. He completed his residency through the University of Colorado at Denver and Fort Collins. He became board certified in 1989, and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He has been with Longmont Clinic since 1989.

Dr. Pfeifer can be reached at 720.494.3121.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Diane Pincus, M.D.

Dr. Diane Pincus received her B.A. from Wellesley College in 1965, and her medical degree in 1970 from Georgetown Medical School. She completed a residency in pediatrics at Stanford University and the New York Hospital/Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Pincus then went on to the National Jewish Center for Immunology and Respiratory Medicine from 1991 - 1994 to complete a fellowship in allergy and immunology. She is board certified in pediatrics, allergy, asthma and immunology.

Dr. Pincus can be reached at 720.494.3116.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

David A. Podlecki, M.D.

Dr. David Podlecki received a B.A. at DePauw University in 1973. He completed his M.D. at Loyola University in 1977, his internship at Michael Reese Hospital in 1979, and his fellowship at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. He is board certified in internal medicine, endocrinology and metabolism. Dr. Podlecki is Medical Director of the Diabetes Care Team, an educational program recognized by the American Diabetes Association. He is co-founder of Living with Diabetes, an annual education program sponsored by the Clinic and the Colorado ADA affiliate. On staff since 1982, he is also Medical Director of Longmont Clinic's Laboratory. Dr. Podlecki is also very involved with Longmont Medical Research Network, where he participates in clinical trials for new drugs that may be helpful in the treatment of diabetes or osteoporosis.

Dr. Podlecki can be reached at 720.494.3119.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Steven Ray, M.D.

Dr. Ray can be reached at 720-494-3136.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Ryan Ritchhart, P.A.

Ryan Ritchhart attended Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, AZ, where he received his B.S. in Psychology in 1995.  He then attended the Physician Assistant program at Midwestern University in Glendale, Az graduating in 2001, completing the National Certification in 2001.  Ryan practiced with the Plastic Surgeons of Northern Arizona in Flagstaff, Az from 2002 to 2007.  He then moved to Northern Colorado in 2007 and worked for the Greeley Medical Clinic Orthopedic Department in Greeley, Co.  He came to work at Longmont Clinic Orthopedics in 2009.

Ryan Ritchhart can be reached at 720.494.3132.
This provider practices at Longmont Clinic.

Irina Robinson, M.D.

Dr. Irina Robinson received her M.D. at Kirov State Medical Academy in Kirov, Russia, in 1997. She completed an internal medicine residency at the New York Medical College. Dr. Robinson then went to the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque to complete a fellowship in endocrinology. She is board certified in endocrinology and metabolism. She is also a member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. Dr. Robinson joined Longmont Clinic in July 2006.

Dr. Robinson can be reached at 720.494.3119.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Patti R. Rosquist, M.D.

Dr. Patti Rosquist graduated from the University of Colorado in Boulder with a B.A. in biology in 1988. She attended the University of Colorado School of Medicine in Denver, CO, and received her M.D. in 1994. Dr. Rosquist completed an internship and residency in pediatrics at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She is board certified in pediatrics and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Rosquist practiced at Children's Hospital in Denver and the Denver Family Crisis Center prior to joining Longmont Clinic in May 2002.

Dr. Rosquist can be reached at 720.494.3133.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Mark D. Schane, M.D.

Dr. Mark Schane completed his B.S. in microbiology at the University of Florida. He got his medical degree at the University of South Florida College of Medicine, and completed his internship at the University of New Mexico Hospital in Albuquerque. He did his pediatric residency at the University of New Mexico Hospital, is board certified in pediatrics, and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Schane joined Longmont Clinic in 1995.

Dr. Schane can be reached at 720.494.3133.
This doctor practices at Longmont Clinic.

Robin L. Schaten, M.D.

Dr. Robin Schaten completed her B.S. in 1979 at Cornell University and her medical degree in 1983 at Duke University. After three years of post-graduate training in Dallas at Parkland Hospital and Children's Medical Center, she joined the pediatrics department of Longmont Clinic in 1986. She is board certified in pediatric medicine. 

Dr. Schaten can be reached at 720.494.3133.
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Kari Schoenwald, MMS, P.A.

Kari Schoenwald attended North Dakota State University in Fargo, ND graduating with a Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology in 1986.  She went on to attend Colorado State University as a prerequisite to the Physician Assistant program. She attended Red Rocks Community College Physician Assistant Program where she received her certification as a P.A. in 2002. She received her Masters Degree from St Francis University in Loretto, PA.  Currently, she serves as an adjunct faculty member at the Red Rocks Physician Assistant program teaching Clinical Medicine with a focus on Laboratory Medicine and Infectious Diseases.  Kari’s special interests include Travel Medicine and Immunizations, Bacterial Resistance Mechanisms, and Hepatitis C.  She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Colorado Academy of Physician Assistants. Kari began working at Longmont Clinic in the Infectious Diseases department in 2003. 

Kari Schoenwald can be reached at 720.494.3131.
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Nirav Shah, M.D.

Dr. Shah attended Northwestern University in Evanston, Il where he received his B.A. He went to medical school at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. and received his M.D. in 2005.  Dr. Shah went on to complete a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the Washington School of Medicine and then completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the Southern California Orthopedic Institute.  Dr. Shah was a team physician for several high school and college sports teams. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine. He joined Longmont Clinic in August of 2011.

Dr. Shah can be reached at 720.494.3132.
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Christine Smith, M.D.

Dr. Christine Smith graduated from the University of Colorado in Boulder with a B.A. in psychology in May 1988. She went on to receive her M.D. in 1993 from the University of Colorado School of Medicine in Denver. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology from the St. Paul Ramsey Medical Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Smith is board certified and is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the Colorado Medical Society. She was in practice at the San Luis Valley Medical Clinic in Alamosa, Colorado, prior to joining Longmont Clinic in August 2001.

Dr. Smith can be reached at 720.494.3130.
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John P. Stathis, M.D.

Dr. John Stathis specializes in invasive and interventional cardiology. He attended Manhattan College in Bronx, NY, and received an undergraduate degree in biology. He went on to attend Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New York City. Dr. Stathis completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in cardiology at Mt. Sinai City Hospital in Elmhurst, New York City. He is board certified in cardiology and is a member of the American College of Cardiology and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Stathis joined Longmont Clinic in October 2001.

Dr. Stathis can be reached at 720.494.3117.
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Raj TerKonda, M.D.

Dr. Raj TerKonda graduated from the University of Missouri in Kansas City with a B.A. in biology and chemistry. He then received his M.D. from the University of Missouri in 1989. He went on to receive a M.S. in otolaryngology — head and neck surgery from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. He completed an internship in general surgery at the Hennipen County Medical Center, and a residency in otolaryngology — head and neck surgery at the University of Minnesota. Dr. TerKonda then completed an approved fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of California — Davis. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery, and the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association. Dr. TerKonda specializes in facial cosmetic surgery including: facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid tucks (blephoroplasty), cosmetic laser surgery, computerized video imaging, and microdermabrasian/skin care. He also specializes in congenital pediatric deformities (cleft lip/palate), facial trauma and reconstruction, and skin cancer. He joined Longmont Clinic in August 2000. Dr. TerKonda also works closely with Lisa Young, a doctor of audiology at Longmont Clinic.

Dr. TerKonda can be reached at 720.494.3120.
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Raj P. TerKonda, M.D.

Dr. Raj TerKonda graduated from the University of Missouri in Kansas City with a B.A. in biology and chemistry. He then received his M.D. from the University of Missouri in 1989. He went on to receive a M.S. in otolaryngology — head and neck surgery from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. He completed an internship in general surgery at the Hennipen County Medical Center, and a residency in otolaryngology — head and neck surgery at the University of Minnesota. Dr. TerKonda then completed an approved fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of California — Davis. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery, and the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association. Dr. TerKonda specializes in facial cosmetic surgery including: facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid tucks (blephoroplasty), cosmetic laser surgery, computerized video imaging, and microdermabrasian/skin care. He also specializes in congenital pediatric deformities (cleft lip/palate), facial trauma and reconstruction, and skin cancer. He joined Longmont Clinic in August 2000. In 2009, Dr. TerKonda was named one of  Denver's top doctors in 5280 Magazine for plastic surgery of the head and neck. Denver's top doctor's are voted on by other physcians practicing in the Denver/Boulder metro area.

Dr. TerKonda can be reached at 720.494.3120.
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Lisa A. Turner, M.D.

Dr. Lisa Turner graduated from Texas A & M University in 1982 with a B.A. in biology. She received her medical degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 1986 and, in 1989, completed a pediatric residency there as well. She is board certified in pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Turner has been in practice at Longmont Clinic since July 1989.

Dr. Turner can be reached at 720.494.3133.
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Jonathan Welker, P.A.

Jonathan Welker can be reached at 720.494.3140.
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Laura Wolsko, M.D.

Dr. Laura Wolsko received her medical degree at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in 1996. She completed her residency there as well, and then went on to complete fellowships in endocrinolology and neuroendocrinology at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. She is board certified in internal medicine and endocrinology. Dr. Wolsko began practicing at the Longmont Clinic in April 2005.

Dr. Wolsko can be reached at 720.494.3119.
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Peter D. Wood, M.D.

Dr. Peter Wood is a graduate of the University of California in San Diego with a B.S. in biochemistry. He continued on to receive his medical degree and complete an internship and residency at the University of California at San Diego School of Medicine. He then completed a fellowship in sports medicine at Emory University. Prior to joining Longmont Clinic in 1997, Dr. Wood was Chief of the Orthopedics Department at the Woodland Medical Group in Woodland, California. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and is a board certified orthopedic surgeon.

Dr. Wood can be reached at 720.494.3132.
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