Steven T. Weiland M.D., F.A.C.S.

Primary Clinic:

Outreach Clinic

Surgical Associates – Rhinelander
c/o Aspirus Rhinelander Clinic
1630 N. Chippewa Drive Rhinelander, WI 54501
Phone: 715/847-2022

Started Practice:

2002

Medical Education:

Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

Internship:

University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics, Madison, WI

Residency:

University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics, Madison, WI

Specialties:

General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Vascular Surgery

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery

Special Medical Interests:

Minimally Invasive Laproscopy Surgery, Weight Loss Surgery, Hepatic and Pancreatic Surgery, and Gastric Reflux Procedures, including the LINX Reflux Management System

Benjamin J. Herdrich M.D.

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715/847-2022

Outreach Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wisconsin Rapids
c/o Aspirus Doctors Clinic
2031 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
715/432-0122
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Aspirus Rhinelander Clinic
1630 North Chippewa Drive
Rhinelander, WI 54501
715-361-5480
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Aspirus Iron River Clinic – Iron River
814 South Ice Lake Rd
Iron River, MI 49935
715-847-2022

Started Practice:

2013

Medical Education:

University of Wisconsin Medical School, Madison, WI

Residency:

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

Specialties:

General Surgery, Vascular Surgery

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery

Special Medical Interests:

Vascular Disease, Limb Salvage, Aortic Aneurysms

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Herdrich completed his fellowship in Vascular Surgery in 2013 prior to starting with Surgical Associates, S.C. Dr. Herdrich also provides outreach services in Wisconsin Rapids, Rhinelander, and Iron River. He enjoys the many outdoor activities that northern Wisconsin has to offer with his wife and two daughters.

Dennis J. Costa M.D.

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715/847-2022

Outreach Clinic

Surgical Associates – Antigo
c/o Langlade Hospital General Clinic Antigo
110 East Fifth Avenue
Antigo, WI 54409
Phone: 715/847-2022

Started Practice:

2008

Medical Education:

Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

Residency:

Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines, IA

Fellowship:

Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

Specialties:

Vascular Surgery

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery General Surgery – Vascular Surgery Certifications

Special Medical Interests:

Aneurysms, Minimally Invasive Vascular Procedures, Limb Salvage

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Costa started with Surgical Associates, S.C. in July 2008 and also provides outreach services in Antigo. He enjoys skiing, traveling, the theater and spending time with his children.

Robert T. Brebrick M.D., F.A.C.S.

Primary Clinic:

Started Practice:

1995

Medical Education:

Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

Residency:

Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines, IA, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

Specialties:

General Surgery, Vascular Medicine, Internal Medicine

Certifications:

American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Vascular Medicine, Fellow – American College of Surgeons, Member – American Society for Bariatric Surgery

Special Medical Interests:

Endocrine Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, General and Colorectal Surgery, Robotic Assisted Surgery, Vascular and Endovascular Surgery

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Brebrick has been in practice since 1995 and started with Surgical Associates, S.C. in January 2005.

Jennine L. Larson M.D., F.A.C.S.

Primary Clinic:

Started Practice:

2007

Medical Education:

University of Illinois – College of Medicine, Urbana, IL

Residency:

Southern Illinois University, Springfield, IL

Trauma & Surgical Critical Care Fellowship:

Loyola University, Maywood, IL

Specialties:

General Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Surgical Critical Care

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery – Trauma Surgery
American Board of Surgery – Surgical Critical Care
Subspecialty Certification – Neurocritical Care

Gary T. Sweet, Jr. M.D., F.A.C.S.

Primary Clinic:

Outreach Clinic

Surgical Associates – Merrill
c/o Aspirus Merrill Clinic
3333 East Main Street
Merrill, WI 54452
Phone: 715/847-2022

Started Practice:

2008

Medical Education:

Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

Residency:

Marshfield Clinic, Marshfield, WI

Specialty:

General Surgery

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery

Special Medical Interests:

Colorectal Screening and Surgery, Complex Ventral Hernia Repair, Pediatric Surgery, Robotic Assisted Surgery, Vein Surgery, Endoscopy

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Sweet started with Surgical Associates, S.C. in August 2008 and also provides outreach services in Merrill. He enjoys the outdoors, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family.

William A. Wilfley M.D., F.A.C.S.

Primary Clinic:

Outreach Clinic:

Aspirus Stevens Point Clinic
5409 Vern Holmes Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54481
715-344-1600

Started Practice:

2005

Medical Education:

Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, NE

Residency:

Maine Medical Center, Portland, ME

Specialty:

General Surgery, Acute Care Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Robotic Assisted Surgery

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery

Special Medical Interests:

Acute Care Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Wilfley has been in practice since 2005 and started with Surgical Associates, S.C. in June 2013. He enjoys golf and road biking in the summer and skiing in winter. He also enjoys traveling and spending time with his wife and two sons.

Douglas R. Brown M.D., F.A.C.S.

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715/847-2022

Started Practice:

1996

Medical Education:

University of Wisconsin Medical School, Madison, WI

Residency:

Keesler U.S. Air Force Medical Center Biloxi, MS

Specialties:

General Surgery

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery

Special Medical Interests:

Acute Care Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Brown has been in practice since 1996. He enjoys the outdoors with his wife and three children.

Ralph Fairchild M.D.

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715/847-2022

Outreach Clinic:

Aspirus Medford Clinic
143 South Gibson St
Medford, WI 54451
715-748-212

Started Practice:

August 1, 2015

Medical Education:

University of Texas Medical School, Houston, Texas

Residency:

Ochsner Clinic, New Orleans, LA

Fellowship:

Vascular Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA

Specialties:

General Surgery and Vascular Surgery

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery

Special Medical Interests:

Vascular Disease, Dialysis Access, Hepatobiliary Disease

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Fairchild completed his fellowship in vascular surgery in 2015 after previously completing fellowships in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery–and training in dialysis access. He enjoys reading and discussing medicine with his two daughters and their husbands, all of whom are physicians.

Joel Johnson M.D.

Primary Clinic:

Aspirus Iron River Clinic – Iron River
Iron River, MI 49935
715-847-2022

Specialty

General and Vascular Surgery

Special Medical Interests

Peripheral Artery Disease and Limb Salvage

Medical Degree

Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

Residency

Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center,
La Crosse, WI
University of Missouri, Columbia, MO

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Johnson has spent more than 28 years caring for patients in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. During 20 years of practice as a cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Johnson developed an interest in peripheral artery disease and limb salvage. With early detection and prevention, hundreds of patients have been able to avoid amputation.

Stacey LeJeune M.D. RPVI

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715-847-2022

Outreach Clinics

Aspirus Riverview Hospital
420 Dewey Street, Suite 2
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 423-6060

Aspirus Medford Clinic
143 South Gibson Street
Medford, WI 54451
(715)-748-2121

Specialty

Vascular Surgery

Special Medical Interests

Aneurysms, Carotid Disease, Dialysis Access, TCAR to Treat Carotid Artery Disease

Medical Degree

Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine (Rural Physician Program – Marquette, MI)

Residency

St. John Hospital and Medical Center, Detroit, MI

Fellowships

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN

Certifications

American Board of Surgery, Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation

Professional memberships/affiliations

Society of Vascular Surgery, Midwest Surgical Association

Professional & Personal Background

Dr. LeJeune provides vascular surgery services in Wausau and at Surgical Associates’ outreach locations in Medford and Wisconsin Rapids. She enjoys interacting with patients and their families, providing education about vascular disease and helping people obtain a better quality of life. Outside of the clinic, Stacey can be found playing golf and water sports and making crafts.

Alexey Markelov M.D.

Primary Clinic:

Specialty

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Special Medical Interests

Cosmetic Plastic Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation and Anti-Aging Therapies

Medical Degree

Astana Medical University, Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan

Residency

General Surgery – Easton Hospital, Drexel University College of Medicine, Easton, PA
Plastic Surgery – University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Professional memberships/affiliations:

American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Markelov is thankful for the everyday opportunity to change patients’ lives for the better and takes pride in devoting whatever time it takes to provide them with optimal, individualized care. Outside of work, Dr. Markelov enjoys traveling and fitness.

Marjorie S. Miller M.D., F.A.C.S.

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wisconsin Rapids
420 Dewey Street, Suite 2
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
715/422-7771

Medical Education:

Mount Sinai School of Medicine, NewYork, NY

Residency:

University of New York (SUNY), Buffalo, NY

Specialties:

General Surgery
Colonoscopy
Endoscopy

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery, ATLS, ACLS, BLS

Special Medical Interests:

Advanced Wound Healing, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Thyroid and Parathyroid, Advanced Laparoscopy, Venous Insufficiency, Trauma

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Miller staffs the Aspirus Riverview Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Center. She is the Trauma Director for Aspirus Riverview Hospital. She enjoys teaching and precepting fourth-year School of Medicine students from U.W. School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Miller is a committee member for the Boy Scouts and is involved with the Girl Scouts and STEM Scouts.

Jeremy Olson M.D.

Primary Clinic:

Outreach Clinic

Aspirus Stevens Point Clinic
5409 Vern Holmes Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54482
715/847-2022

Specialty

General Surgery

Special Medical Interests

Robotic and minimally invasive surgery, pancreatic surgery, complex hernias, endoscopy and non-narcotic, yet aggressive, perioperative pain control

Medical Degree

University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI

Residency

Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery

Professional & Personal Background:

Dr. Olson, a Stevens Point native, started with Surgical Associates, S.C. in August 2018 and provides services at Surgical Associates’ clinic in Wausau and the Aspirus Stevens Point Outreach Clinic. In his spare time, Dr. Olson enjoys hunting, fishing, triathlons, traveling, spending time with family, movies, and attending church.

Kevin Schoepel M.D.

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715-847-2022

Outreach Clinic

Aspirus Riverview Hospital
420 Dewey Street, Suite 2
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 423-6060

Specialties

Vascular Surgery, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms, Varicose Veins, Dialysis Access, PAD, Carotid Disease, Endovascular Surgery

Special Medical Interests

Endovascular Treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms

Medical Degree

UW – Medical School 94-98

Residency

New Hanover Regional Hospital 98-2003

Fellowships

University of Virginia 2003-2004

Professional & Personal Background

Dr. Schoepel provides services at Surgical Associates Wisconsin Rapids located at Aspirus Riverview Hospital. He is dedicated to taking care of the elderly rural population of Wisconsin. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Schoepel enjoys hunting, fishing and farming.

Cecilia Stroede M.D., F.A.C.S.

Primary Clinic:

Outreach Clinic

Surgical Associates – Rhinelander
c/o Aspirus Rhinelander Clinic
1630 N. Chippewa Drive Rhinelander, WI 54501
Phone: 715/847-2022

Aspirus Stevens Point Clinic
5409 Vern Holmes Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54482
715/847-2022

Started Practice:

2001

Medical Education:

Emory University School of Medicine Atlanta, GA

Residency:

University of Illinois College of Medicine Chicago, IL

Breast Surgery Fellowship:

University of Pennsylvania Hospital Philadelphia, PA

Specialties:

Breast Health/Breast Cancer, Breast Surgery

Certifications:

American Board of Surgery

Jeffery Wild M.D., F.A.C.S.

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715/847-2022

Specialties

General Surgery, Trauma, Surgical Critical care

Special Medical Interests

Complex Polytrauma Patients, Blunt Chest Wall Trauma, Abdominal Sepsis, Complicated Appendicitis, Septic Shock and Critical Care Management

Medical Degree

University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI

Residency

Texas A&M – Scott and White Hospital, Temple, TX

Fellowships

Maryland Shock Trauma, Baltimore, MD
Surgical Critical Care, Trauma

Certifications

American Board of Surgery – General, Surgery and Surgical Critical Care

Professional memberships/affiliations

EAST
Fellow of ACS

Professional & Personal Background

Dr. Wild values his time helping elderly patients recover from complex intra-abdominal pathology. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Wild enjoys time with his family. His oldest daughter is a young competitive swimmer, and they spend many weekends traveling around the state for meets.

Helen Walsh, A.P.N.P.

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2606 Stewart Ave, Suite 200
Wausau, WI 54401
715-847-2022

Specialty

Trauma surgery; Adult/Gerontology & Family medicine

Special Medical Interests

Trauma surgical care; critical care; acute would care; burns; injury prevention

Education

Master’s Degree: Adult Nurse Practitioner

Certifications/Credentials

American Nurse Credentialing Center Certifications Adult/Gerontology & Family Nurse Practitioner

Post Masters Certificate: Family Nurse Practitioner

Professional & Personal Background

Experience in trauma surgery since 2010. Prior staff nursing experience in cardiology, intensive care and rehab nursing.

Enjoys teaching medical residents and advance practice students. Personal interests include yoga, hobby farming and spending time with family.

Mary Jo Zurawski, A.P.N.P.

Education

Bachelor’s – Viterbo College, LaCrosse

Master’s – Concordia University, Mequon

Year Started:

2013

Medical Education:

BS Nursing – Viterbo College, La Crosse, WI (1986)
MS Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner – Concordia University, Mequon, WI (2005)

Special Medical Interests:

Varicose Veins, Carotid Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms, and PVD

Professional & Personal Background:

Mary Jo started with Surgical Associates, S.C. in January 2013. She is part of the vascular team providing outreach services in Antigo, Medford, Stevens Point and Wisconsin Rapids. Her hobbies include photography, quilting and spending time with family. She lives in a small log cabin in the woods and enjoys hiking and fishing.

Rhonda Repinski, A.P.N.P.

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715-847-2022

Medical Education:

BS Nursing – Bellin College, Green Bay, WI (1999)

MS Nursing – Adult Nurse Practitioner – University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI (2007)

Specialties:

Nurse Practitioner

Professional & Personal Background:

Rhonda started with Surgical Associates, S.C. in January 2017. She is part of the vascular team and comes to us after seeing patients in the Northwoods for 10 years. Rhonda lives in Tomahawk, and her hobbies include riding mo­torcycles, working on her yard, and crafts. She also enjoys playing volleyball.

Sara M. Olson, N.P.

Primary Clinic:

Specialty

Surgery

Special Medical Interests

Bariatrics and Surgical Management of Acid Reflux

Education

MSN from UW-Oshkosh and BSN from UW-Eau Claire

Certifications

ANCC Certified Family Nurse Practitioner

Professional & Personal Background

Olson spent 20 years as a primary care nurse practitioner before changing her focus to surgery. She provides services at Aspirus Rhinelander outreach clinic. When not at work, she loves to ski, bike, read, crochet and spend time with her husband and two sons.

Jessica Gaffaney, PA-C

Primary Clinic:

Medical Education

BS – Psychology & Nursing – University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI

MS – Physician Assistant Studies – University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI

Specialty

Breast Surgery

Background and Training

Jessica was born and raised in Wausau before moving to Boulder, Colorado to pursue an undergraduate degree in Psychology.  After having children, she moved back to Wausau where she worked for several years in the Aspirus Emergency Department and Marshfield Clinic Urgent Care as a Physician Assistant before joining Dr. Stroede at Surgical Associates in 2017.  Jessica is happy to be here and honored to be working with Dr. Stroede.  Her focus is primarily on benign breast disease, patients who have a high risk for breast cancer, and post-operative management.  Jessica has three children and enjoys spending time on the lake up north as well as doing ballet and yoga.

Tony Hull, MPAS, PA-C

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715/847-2022

Started Practice

August 2018

Specialties

Vascular Surgery, Acute Care General Surgery, Trauma Surgery

Special Medical Interests

Inpatient medicine, surgical first assist, ultrasound guided procedures, vein graft harvest for bypass procedures

Education

Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, May, 2018

Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)

Professional Memberships/Affiliations

Wisconsin Academy of Physician Assistants, Society for Vascular Surgery

Professional & Personal Background

Tony is committed to partnering with his patients, and other members of the medical team, to deliver the best, patient-centered care possible. He prides himself on developing close relationships with his patients and their families.

Outside of the hospital, Tony loves spending time with his wife, Jesse, and their four wonderful children. He also enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, swimming, golfing, serving at his church, family board games, and movie nights on Fridays with his children.

Ellen Humberston, PA-C

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715/847-2022

Specialties

Acute Care Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery

Education

Bachelor of Science at University of Denver; Master of Physician Assistant Studies at University of Wisconsin, WisPACT program

Professional & Personal Background

Ellen loves working with an incredible team of health care professionals every day as well as taking on the variety of tasks in her role at Surgical Associates—from caring and connecting with patients in the hospital, to bedside procedures, to assisting in the operating room. She is thankful she’s chosen a career in which she will be a lifelong learner and learning something new each day.

Outside of the hospital, Ellen enjoys running with her dog, Ruca, exploring Wisconsin’s gorgeous trails, swimming in the state’s incredible lakes, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, traveling, and enjoying time with friends.

Suzanne Solin, PA-C

Primary Clinic:

Surgical Associates – Wausau
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd.
Wausau, WI 54401
715/847-2022

Specialty

General Surgery

Special Medical Interests

As a recent grad, Suzy plans to continue maintaining a broad scope of practice while helping manage acutely ill patients; this includes broadening her critical care skills and first assist experiences. She considers medicine as an ever-evolving career and enjoys learning new things daily.

Education

MPAS: UW-Madison wisPACT (Community-Based Tract)
Baccalaureate Degree: Northern Michigan University
Post-Grad Fellowship/Residency: Duke University Hospital

Certifications

Thirteen months on variety of general surgery rotations, including thoracic surgery, surgical oncology, transplant, pediatrics, SICU, cross covered trauma, vascular and plastics

Professional Memberships/Affiliations

AAPA

Professional & Personal Background

Suzy finds her career humbling and gratifying, in particular when caring for patients in an acute setting. She is very thankful for the collaborative, well-respected and extremely talented group of surgeons, physicians and clinicians in her home community.

Outside of the clinic, Suzy likes spending her time outdoors hunting, fishing, hiking, kayaking, traveling, biking, running, playing volleyball, camping, etc. She also enjoys spending time with family and going on adventures with her silver labrador retriever.

Julie Kubat, Master Aesthetician

Primary Clinic:

Julie is a trusted and sought-after aesthetician at Elevé MedSpa. She has more than 12 years experience in aesthetics, specializing in body contouring, lasers, chemical peels and, most recently, HydraFacial. The last 10.5 years she worked in a dermatology office learning and growing her skincare knowledge and expertise. Julie has attended numerous professional aesthetic trainings and conferences on various aesthetic procedures. She loves spending time with her cosmetic clients, and her passion in the field is listening and interacting with them to achieve their personal aesthetic goals. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and exploring new adventures.

Anna Wicklund, N.P.

Anna Wicklund Provides Services at the Following Clinics:

Aspirus Stevens Point Clinic
5409 Vern Holmes Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54481
1-715-344-1600

Aspirus Clinic – Woodruff
611 Veterans Parkway
Woodruff, WI 54568
1-715-358-8610

Riverview Hospital – Wisconsin Rapids
420 Dewey Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 423-6060

Aspirus Rhinelander Clinic
1630 N. Chippewa Drive
Rhinelander, WI 54501
Phone: 1-715-361-5480

Specialties

Experience specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgical patients as well as facial aesthetics

Special Medical Interests

Plastic Surgery/Aesthetics, Anti-aging, Holistic wellness, Preventative care

Education

Undergraduate Degree – Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI

Graduate Degree – Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner – Concordia University of Wisconsin, Mequon, WI

Certifications

Family Nurse Practitioner – American Academy of Nurse Practitioners,

Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber – State of Wisconsin

Aesthetic Nurse Specialist – International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses

Certified Nurse Injector – Allergan Medical Institute

Paramedical Micropigmentation Certification: International Permanent Makeup Institute

American Board of Surgery – General, Surgery and Surgical Critical Care

Professional memberships/affiliations

Wisconsin Society of Plastic Surgeons, The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses

Professional & Personal Background

Anna says the best part of her job is being able to educate and empower patients to make informed decisions to best meet their individualized healthcare goals—from improving their current health, to managing chronic disease, to preventing future ailments entirely. She enjoys treating patients holistically and ensuring their mind, body and soul are optimized to their fullest potential. Helping patients achieve an inner sense of well-being, increase self-esteem and improve their quality of life are priorities for her.

Anna’s hobbies include golfing, fitness, being outdoors, and traveling. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys being active and spending quality time with her family. She has two sons under the age of two who keep her very busy!

Michael Murphy, CEO

Education

Masters, Business Administration – UW – Oshkosh

Bachelors, Business Administration – UW – Eau Claire

Held various management and executive positions at Aspirus from 1999-2011.

Member of:

American College of Healthcare Executives

Medical Group Management Association

Community Involvement:

Board Member of Everest Area Optimists

Past President, Wausau Early Bird Rotary

President, Everest Girls Basketball Club

Member, St. Therese Catholic Church

WIAA (High School) Basketball Official

Jeremy Mlaker, Operations Director

Kayanne Lehman, Assistant Clinic Manager

Kay is the Vein Center Coordinator. She guides patients in setting up appointments, instructs them on the requirements that insurance companies need prior to submitting for approvals for vein procedures. She works closely with the providers to be sure all needs are met prior to submitting to insurance. Kay enjoys working at Surgical Associates and caring for people.

She also enjoys spending time with her family, camping, lifting weights and walking.

Michelle Betker, Revenue Cycle Manager

Katie Jirschele, RN, Vascular Center Manager

Katie is the phone triage nurse and handles patient questions and concerns.

She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing. Katie is also a Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse. She has over 10 years of experience in the medical profession with the last 4 years assisting the patients of Surgical Associates. Previously she worked at Aspirus Wausau Hospital as a Registered Nurse on the Surgical Care Unit.

Katie and her husband Lance reside in Wausau. She enjoys traveling with family and friends and spending time with her dog, Daisy.

Susie Drews, RVT, RDMS, RT(R), Vascular Lab Team Lead

Education

Attended School of Radiologic Technology- Marshfield, WI

Attended University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography- Madison, WI

Registered through ARDMS( American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography) in:

1. Vascular Sonography
2. Adult Echocardiography
3. Abdominal and Small Parts
4. Obstetrics and Gynecology

Assists with maintaining Vascular Accreditation through IAC (Intersocietal Accreditation Commission)

Year Started:

2007

Kristina Rutkowski, RN, Vascular Triage

Ginger Niewenhuis, LPN, RVT

Ginger is a Registered Vascular Technologist who joined the Surgical Associates family in 2001 with a shared vision and desire to develop an accredited vascular lab that is committed to offering patients convenient, high quality vascular exams with continuity of care in mind. The lab is accredited by the IAC (Intersocietal Accreditation Commission) in Extracraniel, Arterial and Venous testing.

Mandi Natzke, RN, WCC, General Surgery Triage

Specialty

Wound Care

Background

I originally was born and raised in the greater Wausau area.  I lived in Oklahoma and Minnesota for several years and trained horses before I went back to school and graduated from NTC in 2012 as a Registered Nurse. I spent 5 years working in long term care facilities and then transitioned to Surgical Associates as a General Surgery Triage Nurse. I am married and have two children. My husband and I own a hobby farm and I enjoy the outdoors, playing softball and dartball, riding horses, and watching the NFL.

Theresa Napiwocki, Bariatric Coordinator

Theresa loves working with all of the bariatric patients. She guides them through all of the visits that are required, works with the insurance companies for coverage for surgery, and schedules surgery once approval is obtained. There is the “go to” person for any and all questions regarding weight loss surgery.

Theresa has been working at Surgical Associates for 10 years and loves the challenges that the medical field continues to bring forth. She enjoys camping with her husband and two Boston Terriers, snowmobiling, downhill skiing, cross-stitching, and watching movies.