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Physicians List by Specialty
Physicians
Digestive Health
Paul A. Johnson, M.D.
Dr. Johnson is a member of American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Kansas Medical Society and Saline County Medical Society.
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LaVelle A. Ellis, M.D.
Dr. Ellis is a member of American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology, American Association of Liver Disease.
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Jesica R. Brown, M.D.
Dr. Jesica R. Brown is a native Kansan who received her medical degree from the University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 2011 and her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Kansas, Kansas City, KS in 2014. Dr. Brown went on to complete a fellowship in Gastroenterology at the University of Kansas in 2017. Dr. Brown is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.
Dr. Brown is a member of the American Medical Association, American Gastroenterological Association, and the American College of Gastroenterology.
Areas of interest include General Gastroenterology, digestive disorders, peptic disease, esophageal diseases, inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease, and gastrointestinal endoscopy.
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Ears, Nose and Throat
Ben Pease, MD
Dr. Benjamin Pease received his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from Kansas State University. He then attended medical school at Kansas University at Kansas City before completing his residency in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery at Louisiana State University at Shreveport, LA. Dr. Pease is board certified in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and sleep medicine.
Dr. Pease enjoys all aspects of ENT and has particular interest in both the medical and surgical management of allergy and sinus, thyroid and parathyroid surgery and facial plastics, including cosmetic treatments and facial skin cancers.
The son of an ENT doctor from Hutchinson, KS, he grew up around medicine and learned from his dad that the most important part of being a doctor is the relationships. When not at the office, he enjoys cooking (but not cleaning), camping, building stuff and spending time with his family. Dr. Pease has been providing surgical care to those in Haiti and Africa since 2005 and is proud to be one of the founding members of Manhattan Medical Missions.
Specialties:
Otolaryngology
Head and Neck Surgery
Facial Plastic Surgery
Sleep Medicine
Undergraduate Education:
Kansas State University, 1987
Medical Education:
University of Kansas School of Medicine, 1991
Residency:
Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery LSUMC, Shreveport, LA, 1997
Board Certifications:
AM Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstruction Surgery, 2001, 2011
AM Board of Otolaryngology, 1998
AM Board of Sleep Medicine, 2012
In Practice Since:
1997
Michelle Fincham, MD
During her medical school training, Dr. Michelle Fincham quickly realized she enjoyed both the medical and surgical aspect of patient care. She also found the anatomy of the head and neck to be very complex and interesting. ENT became a good fit for her because it piqued her interest, allowed her to manage patients both medically and surgically, and encompassed patients of all ages. During her residency, Dr. Fincham developed interest in laryngeal and voice disorders, but she enjoys providing care for all aspects of the ear, nose and throat. Dr. Fincham is a Wildcat at heart, as she spent her undergraduate time as Kansas State University, but she certainly appreciates and enjoys her medical school training at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Fincham further completed her ENT training during a residency in Buffalo, NY.
Specialties:
Otolaryngology
Head and Neck Surgeries
Undergraduate Education:
Kansas State University, 2008
Medical Education:
Kansas University Medical School, 2012
Residency:
University at Buffalo State University of New York, 2017
Board Certifications:
AM Board of Otolaryngology, 2017
In Practice Since:
2017
Eric Purdom, MD
Dr. Eric Purdom worked at Children’s Mercy Hospital during college, which piqued his interest in caring for children. He was drawn to the specialty of ear, nose and throat because it allowed him the opportunity to care for children as well as adults both medically and surgically. Purdom spent nine years in the United States Army caring for soldiers and their dependents and has been stationed at Ft. Lewis, WA, Honolulu, HI, and Ft. Riley, KS. He continues to care for military beneficiaries. Purdom enjoys being able to provide relief for patients and improve their quality of life by addressing problems related to their senses, breathing and sleep, as well as cosmetic concerns. He has special interest in caring for chronic ear problems and patients with head and neck cancer.
Specialties:
Otolaryngology
Head and Neck Surgery
Facial Plastic Surgery
Sleep Medicine
Undergraduate Education:
William Jewell College, 1995
Medical Education:
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, 2001
Residency:
Otolaryngology – Tripler Army Medical Center, 2002-2006
Internships:
General Surgery, 2002
Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, WA
General Surgery
Mark Banker, M.D., FACS
Medical Degree:
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Kansas City, KS, 2011
Residency:
Baylor University Medical Center
Dallas, TX, 2016
Board Certification:
American Board of Surgery
Memberships:
Saline County Medical Society
Kansas Medical Society
Date of Affiliation with Mowery Clinic:
2022
Areas of Special Interest:
General Surgery, Breast Surgery,
Colon and Rectal Surgery,
Da Vinci Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery
Hernia Surgery, Thyroid Surgery,
Parathyroid Surgery, & Skin Cancer Surgery
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Chris Rupe, M.D., FACS
Dr. Rupe is a Kansas native born in Salina and raised in Wichita. He was destined to become a Salina physician since he grew up watching his grandfather, Dr. Robert Weber, build a thriving medical practice in Salina.
He is a member of American College of Surgery, American Medical Association.
His special interests include general surgery, vascular surgery, cancer surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and thoracic surgery.
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Neurosurgery
Ophthalmology
Sukesh K. Kansal, MD
Dr. Kansal is a graduate of Temple University Medical School in Philadelphia. Following his residency at the University of Illinois in Chicago, he completed a fellowship which included laser surgery, ophthalmic plastic surgery, and corrected/LASIK surgery, at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a member of American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He also is active in the American Society of Cataracts and Refractive Surgery and the International Society of Refractive Surgery.
Dr. Kansal also performs glaucoma surgery, corneal transplantation, pediatric (muscle) surgery, eyelid surgery including lid lifts (Blepharoptosis) and other eyelid reconstructive surgery.
Gary B. Weiner, MD
Dr. Weiner is a 1990 graduate from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Weiner is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Weiner specializes in Ophthalmology and Pediatric Ophthalmology.
Esther V. Rettig, MD
Esther V. Rettig, M.D., President and founder of Esther V. Rettig, M.D., P.A. received her medical degree from the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine in 1993. She completed her internship at Evanston Hospital in Illinois, and later finished her residency in ophthalmology at the Mayo Clinic.
She attended the University of Arizona for one year and then transferred to Wellesley College in Massachusetts, dual majoring in chemistry and Biblical studies. After graduating magna cum laude in 1987, she took a position as a research technician at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary where she studied MRI and eye tumors. It was there that she began publishing research articles in prestigious ophthalmology journals and continued to do so during and after her medical school training. She broadened her experience with Medical Group Missions to the Dominican Republic and to Jamaica. She has also presented several research projects at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology.
Dr. Rettig is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons, Kansas Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, American Medical Association, Kansas Medical Society, and the Christian Medical & Dental Association.
Dr. Rettig’s special interests include cataract, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and oculoplastics (eyelid lift surgery).
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Lee G Weiner, MD
After completing his undergraduate and medical degree at Creighton University, Dr. Lee Weiner went to Wichita, KS for his intern year and then completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Arizona. Dr. Lee Weiner and his wife, Dr. Jacquelyn Wagner (pediatrician) moved to Salina in 2022.
Dr. Lee Weiner is trained in cataract surgery as well as other surgeries associated with eye disease. He looks forward to delivering top-notch medical and surgical care to the people in his hometown of Salina, Kansas and the surrounding area.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Patrick Lucaci, D.D.S, M.D
Dr. Patrick Lucaci was Chief Resident and earned his certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine (2015). He also earned his medical degree from University of Missouri School of Medicine (2010). He completed one year of General Surgery Residency in 2013. He earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery Degree from University of Missouri - Kansas City (2009). He earned his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S) from Makerere University with credits from Queen's University Belfast and Karolinski Institute Stockholm, Sweden (1999).
Dr. Lucaci is a proud member of the American Dental Association, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Kansas Dental Association and Missouri Dental Association. Dr. Lucaci is certified in ACLS, BLS, PALS and ATLS.
In his spare time, Patrick enjoys traveling, hiking and spending time with friends.
Orthopaedics
Michael J. Johnson, M.D.
Specialty: Orthopedics, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery Foot/Ankle, Orthopedic Surgery-Hip, Orthopedic Surgery-Knee, Orthopedic Surgery-Shoulder/Elbow.
Medical Education: University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita.
Internships: University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita.
Residencies: University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita.
Professional Organizations: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association.
Board Certification: Orthopedic Surgery; American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Affiliations: Salina Surgical Hospital, McPherson Memorial Hospital.
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Todd M Herrenbruck, M.D.
Specialty:Orthopedics, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery Foot/Ankle, Orthopedic Surgery-Hip, Orthopedic Surgery-Knee, Orthopedic Surgery-Shoulder/Elbow, Sports Medicine.
Medical Education: University of Kansas School of Medicine.
Internships: S.U.N.Y. Upstate Medical University at Syracuse
Residencies: S.U.N.Y. Upstate Medical University at Syracuse
Fellowships: The Cleveland Clinic Foundation-Division of Sports Medicine Dept. of Orthopedics.
Professional Organizations: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, Mid-America Orthopedic Society, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association.
Expertise: Sports injuries, Knee & Shoulder arthroscopy, Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel surgery, Trauma, Joint replacement.
Board Certification: Orthopedic Surgery; American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and Fellow at American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.
Affiliations: Salina Surgical Hospital, Abilene Memorial Hospital, Mitchell County Hospital.
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Bradley C. Daily, M.D.
Specialty: Orthopedics, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery Foot/Ankle, Orthopedic Surgery-Hip, Orthopedic Surgery-Knee, Orthopedic Surgery-Shoulder/Elbow.
Medical Education: University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita.
Internships: University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita.
Residencies: University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita.
Professional Organizations: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Mid-Central States Orthopaedic Society, Kansas Orthopaedic Society, American Medical Association.
Board Certification: Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery; American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Affiliations: Salina Surgical Hospital, McPherson Memorial Hospital, Wesley Medical Center-Wichita, and Cloud County Health Center.
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Byron L. Grauerholz, M.D.
Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery Foot/Ankle, Orthopedic Surgery-Hip, Orthopedic Surgery-Knee, Orthopedic Surgery-Shoulder/Elbow, Orthopedic Surgery-Hand.
Medical Education: University of Missouri-Kansas City.
Fellowship: The Hand Center of San Antonio, Texas.
Residencies: Orthopaedic Surgery, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan
Expertise: Hand Surgery
Professional Organizations: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Mid-Central States Orthopaedic Society, Kansas Orthopaedic Society, American Medical Association, American Society for Surgery of the Hand.
Board Certification: Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery; American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Affiliations: Salina Surgical Hospital, Ellsworth County Medical Center.
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Gary L. Harbin, M.D.
Dr. Gary Harbin started his orthopedic practice in Salina in 1980. Dr Harbin is a lifelong Salina resident and attended medical school at KUMC and completed his orthopedic residency at University of Kansas in Kansas City. He is a member of AMA and AAOS, and is Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery. Special interests are adult reconstructive procedures of the shoulder, hip, and knee, as well as sports medicine and care of injured athletes. He has been the team physician at KWU for 30 years, as well as serving many other teams during that time.
Jeffrey Horinek, MD
Dr. Horinek's journey to becoming an orthopedic specialist is a testament to his hard work and dedication. Growing up on a farm in Kansas, he learned the value of diligence and perseverance at a young age. Excelling in both academics and sports, he was awarded the prestigious "Academic Heisman" during his time at Colorado State University, which gave him the confidence to pursue medicine.
After completing his premedical requirements at Fort Hays, Dr. Horinek attended KU-Salina for medical school with the intention of becoming a family practitioner. However, during his clinical rotation on orthopedics, he quickly realized that this was his true calling. He went on to complete his residency at Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center before pursuing a one-year shoulder specialty fellowship at the Oregon Shoulder Institute under the mentorship of Patrick Denard.
During his time at OSI, Dr. Horinek learned the most innovative techniques for operative and nonoperative management of shoulder conditions and was involved in clinical research that has been presented at the regional, national, and international level. His work on shoulder instability even earned him the Robert Cofield Award for best fellow article of the year.
Now he's back in Kansas with his wife, Tracie and five kids. Dr. Horinek specializes in shoulder-related conditions but also has a passion for general orthopedics and helping patients return to an active lifestyle. His dedication to his patients and his field is reflected in his active participation in clinical research, and he looks forward to continuing to serve the great people of Kansas with their orthopedic needs.
Levi Kindel, MD
Levi W. Kindel, M.D. grew up in Aurora, Kansas. He graduated from Concordia High School. While attending Kansas State University Dr. Kindel experienced an ankle injury and sought care from Dr. Daily in Salina, KS. He then shadowed Dr. Daily throughout college, ultimately attending University of Kansas School of Medicine in Salina where he obtained his M.D.
He spent his time after high school at Butler County Community College as a member of the football team. After Butler he attended Kansas State University where he was a member of the Track & Field team throwing the weight and the hammer. Eventually he would move to Salina and attend medical school where he continued to work closely with our community physicians.
Following medical school, Dr. Kindel completed Orthopedic Surgery Residency at the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita, Kansas. His training included work at Wesley Medical Center, Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center, and six months of training in Pediatric Orthopedics at Shriners Children’s Hospital in St. Louis.
Dr. Kindel is excited to return to Salina to begin his practice. He looks forward to providing care to the community and working with the medical school.
Outside of his professional career, Dr. Kindel enjoys spending time with his wife, Amber, and their children Emma, Ensley, and Harrison. As a family, they are active in their children's sporting activities. During his free time Dr. Kindel enjoys wood and metal-working. He enjoys working on vehicles and has plans to one day fully restore a family antique pickup.
Podiatry
Urology
William D Mauch, M.D., FACS
Dr. Mauch attended the University of Kansas for both his undergraduate and graduate degrees. In 1985, he received his bachelor of science degree in organismal biology. He then attended the university's School of Medicine where he earned his medical degree in 1989. Dr. Mauch served both his internship and his residency at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics. He completed his internship in 1990 and went on to serve his urology residency from 1990 to 1994.
Dr. Mauch is certified by the American Board of Urology and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is very active in the field of urology and has presented his work at meetings of the Wisconsin Urolgical Society and the American Urological Association.
Dr. Mauch is a member of many national and regional medical societies, including the American College of Surgeons, the American Urological Association, the Kansas Medical Society, and the Saline County Medical Society.
Brian G Smith, M.D.
Dr. Smith graduated from Arizona State University in 1994 with a B.S. in psychology. He studied medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine and received his M.D. in May, 1998. He continued his medical studies at the University of Oklahoma where he performed his surgical internship. He then finished his post graduate training with a urology residency at the University of Oklahoma Department of Urology.
Dr. Smith specializes in pediatric urology and laparoscopic urology. Laparoscopy is a procedure that is less invasive than traditional surgery and is often associated with less discomfort and quicker recovery times than traditional surgery.
Dr. Smith is certified by the American Board of Urology and is a member of the American Urological Association, the Kansas Medical Society, and the Salina County Medical Society.
Ryan A. Payne, MD
Dr. Payne is a native of Salina. He received his medical training at the University of Kansas School of Medicine, Kansas City, KS. His internship and urology residency was completed in Milwaukee at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Michael J. Matteucci Sr., M.D.
Dr. Matteucci received his medical training, completed his internship and urology residency at teh Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. He comes to Salina after serving in the United States Air Force at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
JuliAnne Rathbun, M.D.
Dr. Rathbun was raised outside of Durham, KS and received her B.S. in Life Sciences and Athletic Training from Kansas State University. She completed her medical training at the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Salina. She finished her post-graduate training with an internship and urology residency in Columbia at the University of Missouri.
Dr. Rathbun specializes in urologic oncology utilizing the Da Vinci robot, female reconstructive surgery, pediatric urology as well as general urology.
Womens' Health
Leslie Ablard, M.D.
Dr. Ablard graduated from Neodesha High School and cum laude from Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition. From there she attended the University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in Kansas City. She completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas.
Her special interests include high risk obstetrics, minimally invasive da Vinci robotic surgery, and infertility.
She is board certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is a Junior Fellow in the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, a member of the American Medical Association, Saline County Medical Society, Kansas Medical Society, Texas Medical Association, and the American Association of Gynecological Laparoscopists.
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Jeffrey B. Knox, M.D.
Dr. Knox is a long time resident of Salina. He received his medical degree at the University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1984. Dr. Knox did his residency at the University of Kansas-Wichita, Wesley Medical Center, 1984-1988 in obstetrics and gynecology.
His areas of interest include high risk obstetrics, urinary incontinence, menopause and surgical gynecology. He is board certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Dr. Knox is also a member or the American Medical Association, Kansas Medical Society and Saline County Medical Society.
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Natalie A. Morgan, M.D.
Dr. Natalie Morgan is a Kansas native and moved to Salina in 2006. She received her medical degree and did residency at Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska.
Dr. Morgan is board certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her special interests include minimally invasive gynecologic surgery including da Vinci, urinary incontinence procedures and high risk obstetrics.
Dr. Morgan is a member of the Kansas Medical Society and Saline County Medical Society.
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David C. Prendergast, M.D.
Dr. Prendergast is a Salina native who received his medical degree from the University of Kansas School Of Medicine and did his residency at the University of Oklahoma. He is board certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
His special interests include minimally invasive surgery including da Vinci and laparoscopic assisted hysterectomy, incontinence procedures and routine and high risk obstetrics.
He is a member of the American Medical Association, Kansas Medical Society and the Saline County Medical Society.
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Nicholas Raasch, D.O.
Medical Degree:
Des Moines University, 2016
Residency:
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Wichita, Kansas, 2020
Board Certification:
American Board of Obstetrics/Gynecology,
Eligible 2020
Date of Affiliation with Mowery Clinic:
2020
Memberships:
American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists
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Mariah Jones
Medical School:
University of Kansas School of Medicine, Salina, Kansas, 2019
Residency:
University of Kansas School of Medicine, Wichita, Kansas, 2023
Board Certifications:
American Board of Obstetrics/Gynecology, Board Eligible 2023
Date of Affiliation with Mowery Clinic:
2023
Memberships:
Kansas Medical Society
American Medical Association
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists
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