March 2024 – Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, behind only lung cancer. The National Cancer Institute estimates that 153,020 people in the United States received a diagnosis colon or rectal cancer in 2023. Approximately 52,550 died of it.
Colorectal cancer awareness is important because many cases of cancer of the colon or rectum are preventable. Screening by colonoscopy can prevent this cancer because precancerous polyps found during the procedure can be removed at the same time. Furthermore, colonoscopy can also detect the cancer at early stages, when treatment is more likely to be successful.
The five-year relative survival rate for cancer localized to the colon or rectum is 90.9 percent, according to the National Cancer Institute’s Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) Program. The survival rate drops significantly as the cancer spreads beyond those organs.
February 2024 – American Heart Month
Why do we observe American Heart Month every February? Well, every year more than 600,000 Americans die from heart disease. The number one cause of deaths for most groups, heart disease affects all ages, genders, and ethnicities. Risk factors include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, and excessive alcohol use.
Do you know how to keep your heart healthy? You can take an active role in reducing your risk for heart disease by eating a healthy diet, engaging in physical activity, and managing your cholesterol and blood pressure. This is a great chance to start some heart-healthy habits! Learn more by clicking here.
Tak-ming Ko, MD
General Surgery
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 203 (East Entrance, Level 2), Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435) 725-7423
Our Vernal office has moved to the new tower
(Building 1, Suite 301).
Vernal Clinic, 405 N 500 W, (Bldg 1, Suite 301) Vernal, UT 84078
(435) 789-6361
Get To Know Your Provider
Tak-ming Ko was born and raised in Hong Kong and came to the US for college. After college, he was fortunate to be accepted to medical school and graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1991. Dr. Ko completed his surgical residency at St. Vincents Medical Center in New York City in 1997. He served in the Navy for 4 years before starting a private practice in Twin Falls, Idaho. Dr. Ko worked in Twin Falls for 11 years, but could not resist the call from the last frontier and moved his practice to Alaska. He retired from his fulltime practice last year in Palmer, Alaska to spend time with family and friends as well as catching up on fishing, hiking, skiing, traveling and growing an orchard in Hawaii. Since retirement, Tak-ming Ko missed practicing surgery and is now returning to part time work to continue his craft. He looks forward to practicing in our community for the next 7 months. Dr. Ko loves surgery and helping people and is honored to labor in our community.
Education
University of Washington School of Medicine – Seattle, Washington
Doctor of Medicine – 1991
St. Louis University School of Medicine – St. Louis, Missouri
1988
Brigham Young University – Provo, Utah
Bachelor of Science – 1986
Brigham Young University – Laie, Hawaii
1983
Residency
St. Vincents Hospital & Medical Center – New York City, New York
Resident and Chief Resident – General Surgery 1994-1997
University of Washington – Seattle, Washington
Intern and Resident – General Surgery 1991-1994
Certifications
The American Board of Surgery
January 2024 – Cervical Health Awareness
Cervical cancer was once a leading cause of cancer death for women in the United States. Today, screening and prevention have greatly reduced the impact of this form of cancer. Still, approximately 13,960 women in the United States are projected to receive a diagnosis of cervical cancer in 2023 and approximately 4,310 will die from the disease, according to the National Cancer Institute.
Increasing screening and prevention are key components of the effort to eradicate cervical cancer. Since almost all cases of the disease are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, vaccines that protect against the virus could prevent the vast majority of cases. Moreover, regular Pap tests can catch – and lead to the treatment of – the disease at the precancerous stage.
Get informed. Find out the facts about cervical cancer and the human papilloma virus (HPV) that causes it. Help educate other women in your life too.
Get screened. Cervical cancer screening typically starts at age 30 and is repeated periodically.
Get vaccinated. The HPV vaccine is given in 2 doses that should begin when a girl is between 9 and 14 years old
December 2023 – Merry Christmas
This year at Uintah Basin Healthcare, we are grateful for the opportunities we’ve had to provide health and healing to our Basin community, Every person, Every time. We extend sincere gratitude to our families, our dedicated staff, and our wonderful community for their support.
We wish you health, happiness and many treasured memories with those you love this holiday season.
May your days be merry and bright, and may all your Christmases be white… from our family to yours – we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
November 2023 – National Healthy Skin Month
7 tips to adopt this November for a lifetime of healthier skin, hair, and nails
- Reduce wrinkles. When it comes to wrinkles, sun damage and age are big culprits, but sleeping on your side or stomach may contribute to ‘sleep lines’ on your face and chest. If you can, sleep on your back. It’s a simple step that can reduce or prevent the formation of these lines.
– Courtesy of: Kesha Buster, MD, FAAD - Remove makeup while hydrating your eyelids. Petroleum jelly is an effective way to remove your eye makeup and rehydrate eyelid skin. To remove makeup, apply a thin coat of petroleum jelly and gently wipe it off with a tissue or cloth. Then gently spread any remaining jelly onto your eyelids, which will rehydrate your skin overnight.
– Courtesy of: Roopal Kundu, MD, FAAD - Minimize irritated skin when you start using a retinoid. When you first start using a retinoid, your skin can become excessively irritated and dry. To minimize these effects, try using the retinoid two to three times a week for a couple of weeks or so. If you don’t see any excessive irritation, then you can apply the product more often.
– Courtesy of: Paul S. Yamauchi, MD, PhD, FAAD
Slowly begin using a retinoid
Dermatologists caution that you need to introduce your skin to retinoids slowly because they can irritate your skin if you haven’t developed a tolerance to them.
- Lessen irritation caused by a retinoid. Before you apply a retinoid to your face, dab a small amount of petroleum jelly or a hydrating moisturizer under your eyes, to the outer edges of your nose, and to the corners of your mouth as shown below.
– Courtesy of: Marjon Vatanchi, MD, FAAD
Is your skin sensitive to retinoids?
You can lessen irritation by dabbing petroleum jelly or a hydrating moisturizer on these areas of your face before you apply your retinoid.
- Relieve dry hands and brittle nails. Have your hands and nails become very dry from repeated washing and using hand sanitizers? Apply a moisturizer that’s an ointment like petroleum jelly to your hands, nails, and cuticles after every handwashing. This can prevent dryness and brittle nails.
– Courtesy of: Hassan I. Galadari, MD, FAAD - Prevent nail fungus. Both athlete’s foot and sweating increase your risk of developing nail fungus, which can cause nails to thicken, lift, and turn yellow. Keeping your feet dry and treating athlete’s foot promptly may prevent these nail changes.
– Courtesy of: Shari R. Lipner, MD, PhD, FAAD - Have healthier hair. Getting your hair cut on a regular basis will make it healthier because cutting removes hair that would split. However, frequent haircuts will not make your hair grow faster. Hair growth occurs beneath the skin, so cutting it doesn’t affect how quickly hair grows.
– Courtesy of: Rochelle R. Torgerson, MD, PhD, FAAD
National Healthy Skin Month® is for everybody, and this November is the perfect time to share these tips with everyone you care about. Small changes they make this month could help them have a lifetime of healthier skin, hair, and nails.
To learn more, click here.
October 2023 – Physical Therapy Month
Physical therapists are experts in human movement and the musculoskeletal system. They diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, with the goal of improving quality of life through hands-on care, patient education, and prescribed exercise. Physical therapists primarily work with individuals recovering from an injury or surgical procedure, but also care for people who simply want to become healthier and to prevent future issues.
Physical therapists are evidence-based health care professionals who offer cost-effective care that improves mobility and relieves pain, reduces the need for surgery and opioid prescription drugs, and allows patients to actively participate in their own recovery plan that is designed to meet their needs and achieve their individual goals.
To Learn More about Physical Therapy, please click here.
September 2023 – Suicide Prevention Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide is not inevitable for anyone. By starting the conversation, providing support, and directing help to those who need it, we can prevent suicides and save lives. Evidence shows that providing support services, talking about suicide, reducing access to means of self-harm, and following up with loved ones are just some of the actions we can all take to help others. By offering immediate counseling to everyone that may need it, local crisis centers provide invaluable support at critical times and connect individuals to local services.
Know the Risk Factors:
- Mental disorders, particularly mood disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and certain personality disorders
- Alcohol and other substance use disorders
- Hopelessness
- Impulsive and/or aggressive tendencies
- History of trauma or abuse
- Major physical illnesses
- Previous suicide attempt(s)
- Family history of suicide
- Job or financial loss
- Loss of relationship(s)
- Easy access to lethal means
- Local clusters of suicide
- Lack of social support and sense of isolation
- Stigma associated with asking for help
- Lack of healthcare, especially mental health and substance abuse treatment
- Cultural and religious beliefs, such as the belief that suicide is a noble resolution of a personal dilemma
- Exposure to others who have died by suicide (in real life or via the media and Internet)
To learn more about the risk factors, warning signs, and how to get involved in preventing suicide, please visit 988lifeline.org
August 2023 – National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization awareness month. Immunization is made possible through vaccines. Vaccines work by stimulating the body’s immune system to safely provide protection against viruses or bacteria that cause infection. After vaccination, the immune system is prepared to respond quickly when the body encounters the disease-causing organism.
Why are vaccines important? They help provide protection from an infectious disease and can lessen the severity of illness. If you are immune to a disease, you can be exposed to it without becoming sick. Simply put, because of advances in medical science, vaccines can help protect us against more diseases than ever before. Some diseases that once injured or killed thousands of people have been eliminated primarily due to vaccines. Take the CDC’s online vaccine quiz by clicking here.
July 2023 – Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month
Cleft lip and cleft palate are two of the most common birth defects in the United States, affecting some 7,000–one out of every 600–babies annually. To raise awareness and promote understanding of these conditions, and of non-congenital conditions of the head and face resulting from illness or injury and affecting thousands of infants, children, teens, and adults each year, National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month was established. To learn more about these birth defects, please click here.
June 2023 – Wound Awareness Month
Common chronic wounds:
- Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Pressure Injuries
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Surgical Wound/Trauma
- Arterial Ulcer
Amputation risk is reduced by nearly half when care is provided by a multidispilinary wound care team, like the one at Uintah Basin Healthcare. Advanced wound care treatments include debridement, total contact casting or offloading, new tissue growth, negative pressure wound therapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Nearly 25% of people with diabetes will experience a diabetic foot ulcer. Many factors and conditions that contribute to the development of a chronic would include diabetes, obesity, heart disease, compromised immune systems and prolonged periods of immobility. Delays in care stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic shut downs have contributed to a 50% increase in amputations.
To learn more about Wound Care, visit Healogic’s website, Uintah Basin Healthcare’s partner in providing wound care services to the Basin.
May 2023- Asthma & Allergy Awareness
More than 100 million people in the United States have asthma and/or allergies. Some people may have more than one of these conditions.
- Nearly 26 million people in the U.S. have asthma (20.7 million adults and 4.8 million children).1,2
- About 20 million people in the U.S. have food allergies (16.0 million adults and 4.3 million children).3,4
- About 80 million people in the U.S. have rhinitis due to nasal allergies, also called “hay fever” (66.4 million adults and 13.9 million children).3,4
- There is no cure for asthma or allergies.
These numbers paint a picture of how many people in the U.S. are managing asthma and allergies. But they don’t paint a picture of the overall impact these diseases have on people, their caregivers, and communities.
To learn more about Asthma and Allergies, click here.
April 2023-National Donate Life Month
More than 100,000 people are waiting for a lifesaving transplant. Transplants rely on the generosity of organ, eye and tissue donors, and there are not enough donors to meet the need.
People of all ages and medical histories should consider themselves potential donors. Your medical condition at the time of death will determine what organs and tissues can be donated.
A national system matches available organs from the donor with people on the waiting list based on blood type, body size, how sick they are, donor distance, tissue type and time on the list. Sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, race, income, celebrity and social status are never considered.
More than 100,000 people are waiting for lifesaving organ transplants.
Every 9 minutes another person is added to the national transplant waiting list.
6,000 people in the US died in 2021 while on the transplant waiting list.
To learn more about National Donate Life Month and organ donation, please click here.
Scott Anderson, PA-C
Urgent Care
405 N 500 W, (Building 2, Ste 100)
Vernal, UT 84078
(435) 781-6634
Get To Know Your Provider
Scott Anderson grew up in Vernal, Utah. He attended Utah State University for his undergrad (go Aggies!) and graduated in 2016. He married his awesome wife, Whitney, in May of 2019 and they have two children. Their daughter, Georgia, is a sassy, funny 6-year-old. Their son, Hudson, is a curious, fun-loving 2-year-old. Scott recently graduated from PA school at Barry University in Miami, Florida.
Scott loves hiking, any sports, especially Utah football (go Utes!), being out in the sun, playing games, and spending time with his family.
Education
Master of Physician Assistant Studies 2022
Barry University, North Miami Shores, FL
Bachelor of Science in Health Education and Promotion 2016
Utah State University, Logan, UT (Emphasis in Health Science)
March 2023 Colorectal Cancer Awareness
Cancer is a disease in which cells in the body grow out of control. When cancer starts in the colon or rectum, it is called colorectal cancer. Sometimes it is called colon cancer, for short.
Of cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the United States, but it doesn’t have to be. Colorectal cancer screening saves lives. Screening can find precancerous polyps—abnormal growths in the colon or rectum—that can be removed before they turn into cancer. Screening also helps find colorectal cancer at an early stage, when treatment works best. About nine out of every 10 people whose colorectal cancers are found early and treated appropriately are still alive five years later.
If you are 45 years old or older, get screened now. If you think you may be at increased risk for colorectal cancer, speak with your doctor about when to begin screening, which test is right for you, and how often to get tested.
February 2023 – American Heart Month
Celebrate American Heart Month: Join the #OurHearts Movement
February is American Heart Month!
Did you know that people who have close relationships at home, work, or in their community tend to be healthier and live longer? One reason, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), is that we’re more successful at meeting our health goals when we work on them with others. NHLBI launched the #OurHearts movement to inspire us to protect and strengthen our hearts with the support of others.
Here are some facts, how-to tips, and resources to inspire you to join with others, even if you can’t be physically together, to improve your heart health.
Heart disease is a leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Most middle-aged and young adults have one or more risk factors for heart disease, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or being a smoker or overweight. Having multiple risk factors increases your risk for heart disease.
Why Connecting is Good for Your Heart
Feeling connected with others and having positive, close relationships benefit our overall health, including our blood pressure and weight. Having people in our lives who motivate and care for us helps, as do feelings of closeness and companionship.
Follow these heart-healthy lifestyle tips to protect your heart. It will be easier and more successful if you work on them with others, including by texting or phone calls if needed.
- Be more physically active.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Eat a nutritious diet.
- Quit smoking.
- Reduce stress.
- Get 7-8 hours of quality sleep.
- Track your heart health stats.
You don’t have to make big changes all at once. Small steps will get you where you want to go.
Move more
Invite family, friends, colleagues, or members of your community to join you in your efforts to be more physically active:
- Ask a colleague to walk “with you” on a regular basis, put the date on both your calendars, and text or call to make sure you both get out for a walk.
- Get a friend or family member to sign up for the same online exercise class, such as a dance class. Make it a regular date!
- Grab your kids, put on music, and do jumping jacks, skip rope, or dance in your living room or yard.
How much is enough? Aim for at least 2½ hours of physical activity each week—that’s just 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week. In addition, do muscle strengthening exercises 2 days a week. Can’t carve out a lot of time in your day? Don’t chuck your goal, chunk it! Try 10 or 15 minutes a few times a day. NHLBI’s Move More fact sheet has ideas to get and keep you moving.
Aim for a healthy weight
Find someone in your friend group, at work, or in your family who also wants to reach or maintain a healthy weight. (If you’re overweight, even a small weight loss of 5–10 percent helps your health.) Check in with them regularly to stay motivated. Agree to do healthy activities, like walking or cooking a healthy meal, at the same time, even if you can’t be together. Share low-calorie, low-sodium recipes. Check out NHLBI’s Aim for a Healthy Weight web page.
Eat heart-healthy
We tend to eat like our friends and family, so ask others close to you to join in your effort to eat healthier. Together, try NHLBI’s free Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan. Research shows that, compared to a typical American diet, it lowers high blood pressure and improves cholesterol levels. Find delicious recipes at NHLBI’s Heart-Healthy Eating web page.
Quit smoking
To help you quit, ask others for support or join an online support group. Research shows that people are much more likely to quit if their spouse, friend, or sibling does. Social support online can help you quit. All states have quit lines with trained counselors—call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669). You’ll find many free resources to help you quit, such as apps, a motivational text service, and a chat line at BeTobaccoFree.hhs.gov and Smokefree.gov.
If you need extra motivation to quit, consider those around you: Breathing other people’s smoke, called secondhand smoke, is dangerous. Many adult nonsmokers die of stroke, heart disease, and lung cancer caused by secondhand smoke.
Manage stress
Reducing stress helps your heart health. Set goals with a friend or family member to do a relaxing activity every day, like walking, yoga, or meditation, or participate in an online stress-management program together. Physical activity also helps reduce stress. Talk to a qualified mental health provider or someone else you trust.
Improve sleep
Sleeping 7–8 hours a night helps to improve heart health. De-stressing will help you sleep, as does getting a 30-minute daily dose of sunlight. Take a walk instead of a late afternoon nap! Family members and friends: remind each other to turn off the screen and stick to a regular bedtime. Instead of looking at your phone or the TV before bed, relax by listening to music, reading, or taking a bath.
Track Your Heart Health Stats, Together
Keeping a log of your blood pressure, weight goals, physical activity, and if you have diabetes, your blood sugars, will help you stay on a heart-healthy track. Ask your friends or family to join you in the effort. Check out NHLBI’s Healthy Blood Pressure for Healthy Hearts: Tracking Your Numbers worksheet.
Visit #OurHearts for inspiration on what others around the country are doing together for their heart health. Then join the #OurHearts movement and let NHLBI know what you’re doing to have a healthy heart. Tag #OurHearts to share how you and your family and friends are being heart healthy.
January 2023 – Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Cervical cancer develops in a woman’s cervix (the entrance to the uterus from the vagina). Almost all cervical cancer cases (99%) are linked to infection with high risk human papillomavirus (HPV), an extremely common virus transmitted through sexual contact. Although most infections with HPV resolve spontaneously and cause no symptoms, persistent infection can cause cervical cancer in women.
When diagnosed, cervical cancer is one of the most successfully treatable forms of cancer, as long as it is detected early and managed effectively. Cancers diagnosed in late stages can also be controlled with appropriate treatment and palliative care. With a comprehensive approach to prevent, screen and treat, we can end cervical cancer as a public health problem within a few generations.
On this Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, the messages are clear.
Get informed. Find out the facts about cervical cancer and the human papilloma virus (HPV) that causes it. Help educate other women in your life too.
Get screened. Cervical cancer screening typically starts at age 30 and is repeated periodically.
Get vaccinated. The HPV vaccine is given in 2 doses that should begin when a girl is between 9 and 14 years old
December 2022: Merry Christmas
This year at Uintah Basin Healthcare, we are grateful for the opportunities we’ve had to invest in the many communities we serve, improving access to quality, compassionate care.
We extend sincere gratitude to our family and friends, our dedicated staff, and the wonderful Basin community for your support.
We wish you health, happiness and treasured memories with those you love this holiday season.
May your days be merry and bright, and may all your Christmas’ be white… from all of us at Uintah Basin Healthcare – Merry Christmas!
November 2022: Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer death in the United States and worldwide. In fact, lung cancer is responsible for more deaths in this country than the next three most common causes of cancer death combined – colorectal cancer, breast cancer, and pancreatic cancer.
According to estimates by the National Cancer Institute’s Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) Program, 235,760 patients will be diagnosed with lung and bronchus cancer and 131,880 patients will die of the disease in the United States in 2021.
Smoking is the most common cause of lung cancer. Other risk factors for lung cancer include being exposed to secondhand smoke, having a family history of lung cancer, being treated with radiation therapy to the breast or chest, exposure to asbestos, chromium, nickel, arsenic, soot, or tar in the workplace, and exposure to radon. When smoking is combined with other risk factors, the risk of lung cancer is increased.
There are two main forms of lung cancer – small cell lung cancer and non-small cell lung cancer. Non-small cell lung cancer is the more common form of the disease. The most common subtypes of non-small cell lung cancer are squamous cell carcinoma, which begins in the thin, flat squamous cells; large cell carcinoma; and adenocarcinoma, which begins in the cells that line the alveoli, the tiny sacs within the lungs. Other less common types of non-small cell lung cancer are: pleomorphic, carcinoid tumor, salivary gland carcinoma, and unclassified carcinoma.
Learn more by clicking here.
April Foot Health
March Diabetes & Nutrition
February Heart Month
Construction
Roosevelt Expansion (Opened September 2023)
Our Roosevelt Campus expansion offers a new Cancer Care & Infusion Center, a new Women’s Health Center (Level 2), expanded Laboratory, and a new Surgical Center.
Vernal Expansion (Opened October 2022)
Our Vernal Campus expansion offers an Emergency Room, expanded physician office space and ancillary services (lab & radiology). In addition, we are excited to announce that we have relocated our Vernal Dialysis Center to a new building on the Vernal Campus.
February 2022: American Heart Month
ABCS of Heart Health
Every year, Americans suffer more than 1.5 million heart attacks and strokes.
The good news is that you can help reduce your risk and improve your heart health by following the ABCS!
A:
Take aspirin as directed by your health care professional.
B:
Control your blood pressure.
C:
Manage your cholesterol.
S:
Don’t Smoke.
What are the ABCS of heart health?
A: Take aspirin as directed by your health care professional.
Ask your health care professional if aspirin can reduce your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Be sure to tell your health care professional if you have a family history of heart disease or stroke, and mention your own medical history.
B: Control your blood pressure.
Blood pressure measures the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries. If your blood pressure stays high for a long time, you may suffer from high blood pressure (also called hypertension).
High blood pressure increases your risk for heart attack or stroke more than any other risk factor. Find out what your blood pressure numbers are, and ask your health care professional what those numbers mean for your health. If you have high blood pressure, work with your health care professional to lower it.
C: Manage your cholesterol.
Cholesterol is a waxy substance produced by the liver and found in certain foods. Your body needs cholesterol, but when you have too much, it can build up in your arteries and cause heart disease.
There are different types of cholesterol: One type is “good” and can protect you from heart disease, but another type is “bad” and can increase your risk. Talk to your health care professional about cholesterol and how to lower your bad cholesterol if it’s too high.
S: Don’t smoke.
Smoking raises your blood pressure, which increases your risk for heart attack and stroke. If you smoke, quit. Talk with your health care professional about ways to help you stick with your decision. It’s never too late to quit smoking. Visit smokefree.govexternal icon or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW today.
Schedule a check up today ubh.org/find-a-provider
January 2022: Glaucoma Awareness
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, an important time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease.
More than 3 million people in the United States have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 million by 2030, a 58 percent increase.
Glaucoma is called “the sneak thief of sight” since there are no symptoms and once vision is lost, it’s permanent. As much as 40% of vision can be lost without a person noticing.
Learn more by clicking here.
Schedule your eye check up today by calling Dr. Shane Powell, Ophthalmologist at (435)725-2020 or (435)781-2030 today.
December 2021: Merry Christmas
- Caring for those you love
- Seeing the beauty around us
- Giving the gift of time
- Calming fears through compassion
- Celebrating the season
- Providing genuine care
- Coming together
- Witnessing the miracle of life
- Building a bright future
- Time with Family
This season, find what makes you happy. We wish you a healthy, happy holiday season.
From our family to yours… Merry Christmas
November 2021: Diabetes Awareness Month
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Over 10% of the US population has diabetes, and over ⅓ of the US population is diabetic.
Most people know there are two types of diabetes, but not everyone understands the difference between them.
Diabetes type I and II are both chronic diseases that affect the way your body regulates blood sugar (glucose). Glucose is the fuel that feeds your body’s cells, but to enter your cells it needs a key. Insulin is that key.
People with Type 1 Diabetes don’t produce insulin. You can think of it as not having a key.
People with Type 2 Diabetes don’t respond to insulin as well as they should and later in the disease often don’t make enough insulin. You can think of it as having a broken key.
Both types of diabetes can lead to chronically high blood sugar levels, increasing the risk of complications.
Type 2 diabetes accounts for over 90% of cases, and can be prevented or delayed with healthy lifestyle changes.
The key to finding the right way to manage diabetes lies in working with specialists to discover what works best for you. We can help.
Learn about Uintah Basin Healthcare’s Diabetes Education and Training program by visiting www.ubh.org/diabetes today.
(Additional Resource: www.cdc.gov/diabetes or www.diabetes.org )
October 2021: Admire The Survivors
Five women from our area were invited to participate in the campaign. They were treated to a makeover with the talented staff at Ooh La La & Friends. Next, their beauty was captured by Urban Tulip Photography. Images from this experience will be showcased in campaign messages to promote breast cancer awareness.
Did you know… in 2021, an estimated 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women. At this time there are more than 3.8 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. Early detection is key. To view guidelines from the American Cancer Society, click here.
Women 40+ should have an annual mammogram. Breast cancer is sometimes found after symptoms appear, but many women with breast cancer have no symptoms. This is why regular breast cancer screening including breast self-exams, clinical breast exams and mammograms are so important.
“ I try to no longer take my life, or being able to see my husband’s & children’s faces, for granted. Each day being alive with my family is a wonderful gift, and while I don’t think about cancer daily, I know that its presence lingers in the back of my mind with the “what if’s.” Early detection by a yearly mammogram is what helped me become the Breast Cancer Survivor that I am now. Please get yours yearly too. ” stated Gayle Jackson, local survivor.
Call to schedule your annual check-up today. UBH Women’s Health: (435)722-4652 OR Vernal: (435)781-2030 | Women’s Imaging (3D mammography): (435)725-2081
View survivor stories: www.ubh.org/admire
September 2021: Childhood Obesity
About 1 in 5 (19%) children in the United States struggle with obesity. Children with obesity are at higher risk for having other chronic health conditions, and are more likely to be bullied or teased leading to social isolation, depression and lower self esteem.
Many factors can have an impact on childhood obesity, including eating and physical activity behaviors, genetics, metabolism, family and home environment, and community and social factors. For some children and families, obesity may be influenced by the following:
- too much time spent being inactive
- lack of sleep
- lack of places to go in the community to get physical activity
- easy access to inexpensive, high calorie foods and sugary beverages
- lack of access to affordable, healthier foods
Learn how you can prevent obesity and support healthy growth. CLICK HERE>
UBMC Clinic Urgent Care (Vernal)
(435)781-6634
405 N 500 W
Vernal, UT 84078
M-F: 8 AM – 8 PM
SAT: 9 AM – 6 PM
Closed Sundays
(UBMC ER is staffed 24/7)
No Appointment? No Problem.
Walk-In, or call us to set up a telehealth visit. Providing prompt, high quality medical service for sudden illnesses or accidents on a walk-in basis. Certified lab and x-ray services available on-site. Together with our caring staff, we are dedicated to meeting your health care needs.
- Minor Illness & Injury
- Fever, Cough, Sore Throat
- Lacerations, Fractures, Sprains
- Work Related Injury
- Sports Related Injury
- Physicals
- Pre-Employment
- Scout
- Sports
- School
- Wellness
- Work
- Xray
- Lab (Blood Work)
- Adult Flu & Pneumonia Vaccines
- WorkMed/Occupational Medicine
- CDL/DOT Physicals
- Work Injuries
- Return to Work Evaluations
- EKGs
Please Note:
Patients are seen on a first-come, first-serve basis. Wait times will be based on the number of patients seeking care, as well as the severity of their condition. Chronic pain is best treated by the patient’s primary care physician or a pain management specialist.
Certain conditions such as abdominal pain or life threatening symptoms may be referred to the ER.
Scott Anderson, PA-C
Get To Know Your Provider
Scott Anderson grew up in Vernal, Utah. He attended Utah State University for his undergrad (go Aggies!) and graduated in 2016. He married his awesome wife, Whitney, in May of 2019 and they have two children. Their daughter, Georgia, is a sassy, funny 6-year-old. Their son, Hudson, is a curious, fun-loving 2-year-old. Scott recently graduated from PA school at Barry University in Miami, Florida.
Scott loves hiking, any sports, especially Utah football (go Utes!), being out in the sun, playing games, and spending time with his family.
Rob Gilbert, PA-C
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Rob Gilbert, PA-C is excited to be working for Uintah Basin Healthcare. Rob (or Robbie, to some) enjoys getting to know people and helping them feel better. He has degrees in Exercise Science from BYU and PA Studies from Idaho State University. Rob grew up mostly in Roosevelt and rotated in many rural communities during his PA training. He enjoys being with his family, camping, fishing, playing and watching all sports, reading, and an occasional Broadway musical.
Rotating Providers
Vernal
405 N 500 W Bldg 2 Vernal, UT 84078
(435)781-6634
UBMC Clinic Urgent Care (Roosevelt)
(435)725-2072
210 W 300 N (South Entrance, Ste 102)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Hours:
M-F: 8 AM – 8 PM
SAT: 8 AM – 4 PM
Closed Sundays
(UBMC ER is staffed 24/7)
No Appointment? No Problem.
Walk-In, or call us to set up a telehealth visit. Providing prompt, high-quality medical service for sudden illnesses or accidents on a walk-in basis. Certified lab and x-ray services available on-site. Together with our caring staff, we are dedicated to meeting your health care needs.
- Minor Illness & Injury
- Fever, Cough, Sore Throat
- Lacerations, Fractures, Sprains
- Work Related Injury
- Sports Related Injury
- Physicals
- Pre-Employment
- Scout
- Sports
- School
- Wellness
- Xray
- Lab (Blood Work)
- Adult Flu & Pneumonia Vaccines
- WorkMed / Occupational Medicine
- CDL/DOT physicals
- Work Injuries
- Return to Work Evaluations
- Sport Physicals
Please Note:
Patients are seen on a first-come, first-serve basis. Wait times will be based on the number of patients seeking care, as well as the severity of their condition.
Chronic pain is best treated by the patient’s primary care physician or a pain management specialist.
Certain conditions such as abdominal pain or life threatening symptoms may be referred to the ER.
Clark Sessions, PA-C
Get To Know Your Provider
Clark provides family medical care in the UBMC Clinic Urgent Care. His desire to heal people and be of service, and the ability to work on a variety of ailments are reasons he enjoys a walk-in clinic setting. Clark likes the rural setting of the Uintah Basin that provides the opportunity to create closer relationships with his patients, and the team-like atmosphere of Uintah Basin Healthcare.
Clark is married with three children. He spends his free time with family, outdoors and working on the family’s ranch, or vacationing in the back-country of Utah.
Rotating Providers
210 W 300 N (South Entrance, Ste 102)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435)725-2072
August 2021: Vaccination Awareness Month
These are challenging times, but YOU have the power to protect! The COVID-19 pandemic has led to many children missing their check-ups and recommended childhood vaccines. CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend every child continues to receive recommended vaccinations during the pandemic.
Making sure that your child sees their doctor for well-child visits and recommended vaccines is one of the best things you can do to protect your child and community from serious diseases that are easily spread.
Well-child visits are essential for many reasons, including:
- Tracking growth and developmental milestones
- Discussing any concerns about your child’s health
- Getting scheduled vaccinations to prevent illnesses like measles and whooping cough (pertussis) and other serious diseases.
As we prepare to head back to school, it’s particularly important for parents to work with their child’s doctor or nurse to make sure they get caught up on missed well-child visits and recommended vaccines.
CLICK HERE to view recommended immunizations for children from birth through 6 years old.
CLICK HERE to view recommended immunizations for children 7-18 years old.
Contact your clinic provider today to schedule an appointment. CLICK HERE
In addition to the above recommended vaccinations, remember that all Utahns age 18+ (12+ for Pfizer) are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. CLICK HERE
UBH Ears, Nose and Throat Clinic
Uintah Basin Healthcare ENT provides comprehensive treatment and surgical procedures for ear, nose and throat conditions by board-certified physicians. We strive to make each patient’s visit as easy and comfortable as possible. We cover a wide variety of services to have you feeling at your best by providing compassionate, quality healthcare to those we serve.
Allergies – Allergy treatments, preparing for your allergy testing, allergy conditions we treat.
Ear and Audiology – Autoimmune inner ear disease, dizziness/vertigo/motion sickness, otitis media-middle ear infection, dizziness, and balance disorders, How hearing works, hearing loss, sudden hearing loss, protect your hearing, hearing evaluations, hearing protection devices, hearing aids, hearing aid services, tinnitus, tinnitus therapy.
Nasal and Sinus – Nasal septal deviation, nasal obstruction, chronic rhinitis, sinusitis.
Throat and Voice – Tonsillitis, voice disorders, swallowing disorders.
Thyroid and Parathyroid – Head and neck disorders, head and neck cancer, thyroid problems, parathyroid disease.
Pediatric ENT – Chronic ear infection, chronic sore throat, hearing loss in children, nose bleeds, pediatric sinusitis, sleep-disordered breathing and sleep apnea in children, tonsils, and adenoids.
Sleep and Snoring – Sleep health, sleep apnea, snoring.
Get To Know ENT Philip Whitening, MD
Dr. Phillip Whiting’s passion is to help patients navigate the challenges of head and neck illness. He takes the responsibility as your surgeon very seriously and takes a large amount of pride in providing the best care he can. Dr. Whiting finds joy in medically or surgically providing the stepping stones to a healthier life; enabling you to live the best life you can.
Dr. Phillip Whiting was raised in the Uintah Basin and is happy to be back after practicing in the Denver area the past few years. Dr. Whiting is trained in all aspects of otolaryngology but has a special interest in thyroid/parathyroid disorders, ear/hearing disorders, sinus/allergy, and voice/swallowing problems. Dr. Whiting is Board Certified by The American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Whiting enjoys spending time with his wife and four children, competing in ironman distance triathlons, reading, and traveling.
Cam Hardy grew up on a family dairy farm in the beautiful town of Brigham City, Utah. He first became interested in medicine while shadowing the dairy vet around his childhood farm. He pursued his medical education at Utah State University and Pacific University. Cam enjoys directly interacting with his patients and finds it very fulfilling and rewarding to help them improve their lives through excellent healthcare.
Cam has been married for 15 years and has 3 boys ages 11, 8, and 3. His family has lived in the basin for 10 years and loves the variety of terrain for hiking and camping. Cameron Hardy is also a cohost of the Casual Preppers podcast. He has written a book on preparedness and enjoys learning and teaching about wilderness survival and medicine. Cameron Hardy is fluent in Portuguese and proficient in Spanish.
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 101 (South Entrance, Level 1)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 722-6144
Vernal Location
150 W 100 N, Ste S-101
Vernal, UT 84078
(435) 722-6144
July 2021: UBMC has a new Spect/CT!
A SPECT/CT is a combination of a SPECT (Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography) scan with a CT (Computed Tomography) scan. A SPECT scan is a type of nuclear medicine test that uses a radiotracer (a special contrast agent) that is injected through your vein. A CT scan uses X-ray radiation to provide thorough images of the structures inside your body (anatomy).
By integrating both of these exams, the technology creates a very detailed and informative study by showing both your anatomy and physiology. The combination of both the SPECT and CT are used to help avoid, detect and treat an assortment of abnormalities within the body. Many times a SPECT/CT can identify the disease, even at its early stages before other imaging exams.
Types of SPECT/CT and traditional Nuclear Medicine imaging we provide:
Bone
- Three Phase Bone
- Whole Body Bone
Cardiology
- MUGA
- Myocardial Perfusion (with attenuation correction)
Endocrine
- Parathyroid/4D
- Thyroid
- Sentinel Node (Lymph Node Imaging)
Gastrointestinal
- Gastric Bleeding
- Gastric Emptying
- HIDA (Hepatobiliary)
Lung
- Lung Perfusion and Ventilation
Renal
- Renal Function
Visit www.ubh.org/radiology for more information.
June 2021: Wound Care Awareness
Did U Know? Almost 7 million people in the U.S. are living with a chronic wound right now. An unhealed wound on the foot or leg can lead to infection and severe complications such as amputation. During COVID-19, an increase of 50% for amputations was observed compared to the previous year.
We offer world-class wound care with scientific and clinical expertise to deliver best-in-class patient outcomes. Our UBH Wound Care Center team has earned the latest Center of Distinction Award in recognition of outstanding clinical performance and high patient satisfaction rates. In addition, they were also awarded the Robert A. Warner III, M.D. Clinical Excellence Award in recognition of exceptional healing outcomes. This team continually provides outstanding, compassionate care and impressive healing outcomes.
Contact us today: (435)725-2015 | www.ubh.org/wound
May 2021: Stroke, Arthritis, Allergies and more.
May brings many important health awareness items such as Strokes, arthritis, asthma/allergy, and mental health.
May is Stroke Awareness Month. Think FAST: Face drooping, Arm or leg weakness, Speech slurred… Time to call 911. Learn more by clicking here.
Another focus this month is Arthritis Awareness. 1 in 4 adults are affected by arthritis. It’s important to learn self-management skills, be active, manage your weight, and protect your joints. Learn more by clicking here. If you have concerns about your current or potential arthritis, talk to a doctor.
It’s also Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month. 25 million Americans have asthma. 32 million Americans have food allergies. 24 million Americans have hay fever, rhinitis, or nasal allergies. Call Dr. Whiting’s allergy clinic at (435)722-6144 to learn how we can help.
Last, but definitely not least, it’s National Mental Health Month. Our mental health is in constant flux and ebbs and flows on a daily basis. Many things can impact this including our physical health. The connection between our physical body and our mental health is important and may be something worth exploring when thinking about staying mentally healthy. Click here to test your knowledge.
April 2021: Suicide Prevention
Let’s talk about suicide. Risk factors and warning signs don’t always predict a suicide, but they’re important to be aware of.
Risk factors may include those with mental disorders, alcohol/substance abuse, a history of trauma or abuse, major physical illnesses, previous suicide attempts, family history of suicide, job or financial loss, loss of relationships, easy access to lethal weapons, or lack of social support.
Warning signs such as withdrawing or isolating, sleeping too much or too little, mood swings, searching for ways to end life, talking about feeling trapped, or talking about being a burden to others should not be ignored.
Talk to those you love when you notice these potential warning signs. Encourage those at risk to talk about it and reach out for help.
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 800-273-8255 or text 741741.
For additional resources, visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org
March 2021: Colonoscopy Awareness & More
This month’s blog will focus on a few important health awareness items that take place in March including colorectal cancer, endometriosis, sleep, nutrition and kidney health.
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. More than 90% of colorectal cancers occur in people who are 50 years or older. This disease is largely preventable and highly curable with screening and early detection. Take the quiz at cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/quiz. NO MORE EXCUSES – Schedule your colonoscopy today. View physicians providing colonoscopies by clicking here.
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. Endometriosis happens when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of your uterus and on other areas in your body where it doesn’t belong. It may affect more than 11% of American women between 15 and 44. It can cause pain, bleeding, infertility, and/or stomach (digestive) problems. Talk to your doctor about treatment options and reducing your chances of developing endometriosis. Click here to learn more about endometriosis. Remember to schedule your annual checkup with your women’s health provider. Visit: ubh.org/womens-health
March is Sleep Awareness Month. Many adults and teens report that they usually get less than the recommended amount of sleep. Most people have sleep problems from time to time, but when you have trouble sleeping for weeks or months, it can lead to serious health problems. Our Sleep Center offers services to diagnose and treat sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, REM behavior disorders, bruxism, insomnia, narcolepsy and more. To learn more about sleep, visit www.cdc.gov/sleep. To learn more about the UBH Sleep Center, visit www.ubh.org/sleep-center or call (435)725-REST today.
March is National Nutrition Month. More than half of the U.S. population meets or exceeds total grain and protein food recommendations, but are not meeting the subgroup recommendations for each food group. Dietary guidelines provide advice on what to eat and drink to meet nutrient needs, promote health, and prevent disease. In the U.S., more than half of all adults have one or more preventable chronic diseases, many of which are related to poor diets and not enough physical activity. What’s on your plate? Are you making every bite count? Take the quiz to find out and get personalized resources. This message delivered to you courtesy of the UBH Diabetes Education and Training Program.
March is National Kidney Month. 1 in 3 American adults is at risk for kidney disease. Kidneys are very important! They remove waste, balance fluids and minerals, control blood pressure, keep bones healthy, regulate hormones and help make red blood cells. Kidney disease can disrupt vital functions. What can you do? Learn more at kidney.org/kidney-basics. This healthy tip brought to you by UBH Dialysis Center.
February 2021: Let’s talk from the Heart
February brings some important health awareness topics that deserve some attention. Let’s talk from the heart about heart disease, cancer and eating disorders… three things that affect many people.
Additional resources: tricksfest.com
February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men & women in the U.S. One person dies every 36 seconds in the U.S. from a cardiovascular disease. Obesity in youth and adults is at an all-time high, leading to heart disease. Heart disease is preventable in most cases with healthy choices which include not smoking, maintaining healthy weight, getting regular physical activity, controlling blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure, and getting regular checkups. Visit www.ubh.org/find-a-provider and schedule a checkup today.
Additional resources: cdc.gov heart.org
It’s National Cancer Prevention Month. Nearly 1.8M Americans will be diagnosed with cancer this year and more than 600,000 will lose their life. Up to 50% of cancer cases and deaths are preventable by following recommendations such as: don’t use tobacco, protect your skin from the sun, maintain a healthy weight and be active, eat a healthy diet, get immunized (HPV & hepatitis), and get regular cancer screenings. Visit www.ubh.org/find-a-provider and schedule a checkup today.
Additional resources: preventcancer.org cancer.org cdc.gov/cancer
February 23rd through March 1st is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can affect men and women of all walks of life. Eating disorders are potentially life threatening conditions that can have serious consequences for health, productivity and relationships. It is important for people with eating disorders to seek professional help. You are not alone.
Additional resources: nationaleatingdisorders.org
January 2021: Start the New Year with Health Awareness
January has some important health awareness events.
Thyroid Disease Awareness Month: 1 in 10 people suffer from a thyroid disorder. This gland controls important functions such as regulating breathing, heart rate, body weight, muscle strength, cholesterol, and body temperature. When diagnosing thyroid diseases, doctors use your medical history, a physical exam, and specialized blood tests. Thyroid disorders can be treated by medications, or in some cases, surgery. To schedule your routine physical exam, visit www.ubh.org/find-a-provider.
Glaucoma Awareness: Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness in the United States. With no noticeable symptoms in its early stages, vision loss may progress at such a gradual rate that people affected by the condition are unaware of it until their sight has already been compromised. The best defense against developing glaucoma-related blindness is by maintaining routine comprehensive eye exams. Visit www.ubh.org/shane-powell-md
Cervical Cancer Awareness: About 13,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer each year, but the disease is preventable with vaccination and screening. Remember to stay on top of your routine women’s health exams to prioritize your health. Visit www.ubh.org/womens-health or www.ubh.org/find-a-provider today.
December 2020: Worrisome Wound?
Did you know UBH has a Wound Care Center?
Chronic wounds affect approximately 6.7 million people in the United States. 1 in 4 family members are affected, and that number is expected to rise at a rate of 2% annually over the next decade. We can help!
In addition to leading edge treatments including negative pressure wound therapy, bio-engineered tissues, biosynthetic dressings and growth factor therapies – our Wound Center offers Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, which works by exposing the patient to 100 percent oxygen to help support the healing process.
We treat surgical incision wounds, diabetic wounds, venous stasis wounds, arterial wounds, pressure ulcers, burns, and any worrisome wound.
We are located at 250 W 300 N in Roosevelt, Utah (use the Clinic #2 entrance on the East). No referral is needed. Simply call us today at (435)725-2015.
December 2020: Flu Vaccination Week
December 1-6 is National Influenza Vaccination Week.
The typical flu season runs October through May. A yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older is the first and most important step in protecting against this potentially serious disease.
The “flu shot” is an inactivated vaccine (containing killed virus) that is given with a needle, usually in the arm. The CDC has determined that receiving the flu vaccine does NOT cause flu, nor is it associated in any way with later onset of autism in children.
While vaccination should optimally occur before the onset of flu activity in the community, providers should continue to offer and encourage vaccination as long as flu viruses are circulating and vaccines are available. For children ages 6 months through 8 years, two doses may be required. Consult with your provider.
Most insurance companies will cover the cost of a flu shot. The cost for self-pay is $25. There is a program to cover the cost of a flu shot for veterans – ask your provider/pharmacist for details.
Flu shots are available at Uintah Basin Healthcare. Most providers accept walk-ins. You can also go to the Roosevelt or Vernal Basin Clinic Urgent Cares, UBMC or DVMC Pharmacies, or use our drive-thru option at the Roosevelt Home Health building.
Stopping the flu starts with you! Visit www.ubh.org/locations
November: Diabetes & Lung Cancer
November brings many important health awareness items. In this blog, we’re going to focus on Diabetes & Lung Cancer Awareness.
Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) disease that affects how your body turns food into energy. There are three main types of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes (diabetes while pregnant). More than 122 million Americans are living with diabetes (34.2 million) or prediabetes (88 million). Help reduce your risk for diabetes by making healthy food choices and increasing your daily physical activity to build a healthier future.
Learn more at cdc.gov/diabetes
Lung Cancer is a leading cause of cancer death. The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2020, 228,820 new cases of lung cancer will be diagnosed, and 135,720 deaths from lung cancer will occur. On a positive note, the number of new lung cancer cases continues to decrease, partly because people are quitting smoking. Also, the number of deaths from lung cancer continues to drop due to people stopping smoking and advances in early detection and treatment. If you have smoked for many years, you may want to think about lung cancer screening with low-dose CT.
Learn more at www.ubh.org/radiology
September: Top Health Concerns
Uintah Basin Healthcare recently completed a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), which results in showcasing our community’s perception of top health concerns.
#1: Diabetes – September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. 1 in 5 children in the United States has obesity, which is a known contributor to type 2 diabetes. Children with obesity are more likely to be bullied and to suffer from social isolation, depression and low self-esteem. They are also more likely to have obesity as an adult, leading to lifelong physical and mental health problems. Currently, 1 in 3 American adults have prediabetes.
Parents, be a role model. Teach the 5210=8 rule by example. Provide nutritious foods with 5 fruits and/or veggies daily, limit screen time to a maximum of two hours daily, get the required 1 hour of physical activity daily, drink water instead of sugary drinks, and get at least 8 hours of sleep each night.
#2 & #3: Alcohol Abuse & Drug Use – September is National Recovery & Pain Awareness Awareness Month. 1 in 7 people will develop a substance use disorder at some point in their lives.
According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA), 25% of all people reported binge drinking, defined as having 5 or more standard drinks for men and 4 or more standard drinks for women on the same occasion on at least 1 day in the past 30 days. Alcohol misuse contributes to 88,000 deaths in the United States each year.
According to SAMHSA, 18% of all people said they used an illicit drug or misused prescription drugs in the past year. Drug overdose accounts for over 67,000 deaths in the United States each year.
The CDC reports that almost 70% of drug overdose deaths involve an opioid. What can we do to prevent opioid misuse?
- Talk about it. Opioids can be dangerous – have the conversation.
- Be safe. Only take opioid medications as prescribed, and store in a secure place.
- Don’t be the dealer. Dispose of unused medication properly. (The UBMC Pharmacy and DVMC Pharmacy will be installing dropboxes for safe drug disposal this year.)
- Understand pain. Treatments other than opioids are effective in managing pain and have less risks for harm. Talk to your healthcare provider about an individualized plan that is right for you.
- Know addiction. Addiction is a chronic disease that changes the brain and alters decision making. With the right treatment and support, people do recover. There is hope.
- Be prepared. Many opioid overdose deaths occur at home. Having naloxone, an opioid overdose reversing drug, could save a life. (Talk to your pharmacy, the health department, or local counseling centers to know where to get it and how to use it.)
August: Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). This annual observance highlights the importance of getting recommended vaccines throughout your life. You have the power to protect yourself and your family against serious diseases [like whooping cough, cancers caused by HPV, and pneumonia] through on-time vaccination.
During NIAM, Uintah Basin Healthcare encourages you to talk to your doctor to ensure you and your loved ones are up to date on recommended vaccines.
We also encourage you to visit CDC’s Vaccine Guide which provides information on the vaccines recommended throughout all stages of life. As your children head back to school this fall, make sure vaccination is at the top of your checklist.
August is also a key time to make sure YOU are up to date on all the vaccines you need to stay healthy. Use CDC’s adult vaccine assessment tool to see which vaccines might be right for you.
Consult with your doctor today. (www.ubh.org/locations)
You have the Power to Protect! #ivax2protect
August: Children’s Eye Health/Safety Month
Whether your kids are going back to school or choosing virtual learning, it’s a great time to schedule an eye check-up. Good vision and overall eye health are vital to learning.
Because children are still growing, being vigilant about eye health is important. The earlier problems are identified, the sooner they can be addressed. The American Academy of Ophthalmology suggests vision screenings for children when they are:
- pre-school age, between 3 and 3 ½ years old
- entering school
- experiencing a possible vision problem
An ophthalmologist can help detect refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism as well as diseases such as amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (crossed eyes), ptosis (drooping eyelid) or color blindness.
There are some specific warning signs that may indicate that your child has a vision problem. Some of these include:
- A family history of childhood vision problems
- Wandering or crossed eyes
- Disinterest in reading or viewing distant objects
- Squinting or turning the head in an unusual manner while watching television
- The need to move closer to, or distance from objects to see clearly
Eye safety is another part of maintaining healthy vision. When children participate in sports, recreation, crafts or home projects, it’s important for them to understand eye safety practices and use appropriate protective eyewear. Each year thousands of children sustain eye damage or even blindness from accidents at home, at play or in the car. The majority of all eye injuries can be prevented through use of suitable protective eyewear. In addition, only purchase age-appropriate toys for your children and avoid toys with sharp or protruding parts.
“Good vision is vital to success in and out of the classroom. Keeping up to date on vision screenings and taking simple precautions can help ensure kids are healthy and ready for the school year” stated Shane Powell, MD.
Help your children have a successful school year by scheduling a comprehensive eye exam and taking safety measures to ensure their eyes are free from injury. To schedule an appointment in Roosevelt or Vernal, Call Shane Powell, MD (Ophthalmologist) at (435)725-2020 or (435)781-2030.
Skin Cancer
SKIN CANCER is the most common of all cancer types. More than 5.4 million skin cancers are diagnosed each year in the United States.
Skin cancers often don’t cause bothersome symptoms until they have grown quite large. Then they may itch, bleed, or even hurt. But typically, they can be seen or felt long before they reach this point.
Basal cell cancers usually develop on areas exposed to the sun, especially the face, head, and neck, but they can occur anywhere on the body.
These cancers can appear as:
- Flat, firm, pale or yellow areas, similar to a scar
- Raised reddish patches that might be itchy
- Small, pink or red, translucent, shiny, pearly bumps, which might have blue, brown, or black areas
- Pink growths with raised edges and a lower area in their center, which might contain abnormal blood vessels spreading out like the spokes of a wheel
- Open sores (which may have oozing or crusted areas) that don’t heal, or that heal and then come back
Squamous cell cancers tend to occur on sun-exposed areas of the body such as the face, ear, neck, lip, and back of the hands, but they can occur anywhere on the body.
These cancers can appear as:
- Rough or scaly red patches, which might crust or bleed
- Raised growths or lumps, sometimes with a lower area in the center
- Open sores (which may have oozing or crusted areas) that don’t heal, or that heal and then come back
- Wart-like growths
“One of the things that people most often present to me with is a sore that won’t heal… Most of the time, an injury is going to heal within 4-8 weeks or so. A rule of thumb: If you have a sore that won’t heal within 8 weeks, you should see your dermatologist or your primary care provider” stated Dr. John Blake, Dermatologist at Uintah Basin Healthcare.
Melanoma is much less common than some other types of skin cancers, but melanoma is more dangerous because it’s much more likely to spread to other parts of the body if not caught and treated early.
Melanoma is a cancer that begins in the melanocytes. Melanomas can develop anywhere on the skin, but they are more likely to start on the trunk (chest and back) in men and on the legs in women. The neck and face are other common sites.
These cancers can appear as:
- Unusual moles, sores, lumps, blemishes, markings, or changes in the way an area of the skin looks or feels
It’s important to have a doctor check any new or changing skin growths, sores that don’t heal, or other areas that concern you.
Remember, most skin cancers are caused by sun exposure. DON’T FRY, prevent skin cancer. Click Here
To make an appointment in Roosevelt or Vernal with Dr. John Blake, Dermatologist @ UBH, call (435)725-2030 today.
Learn more at cancer.org
Lung Cancer Screening
The American Cancer Society estimates nearly 229k new cases of lung cancer and nearly 146k deaths from lung cancer in the U.S. for 2020. Despite the very serious outlook of lung cancer, some people with earlier-stage cancers are cured.
Access to low-dose CT for lung cancer screening is available at the Uintah Basin Medical Center.
For certain high-risk patients, annual lung cancer screening with low dose CT reduces the mortality rate of lung cancer. The National Lung Screening Trial (NLST) found a 20% reduction in deaths from lung cancer among current or former heavy smokers who were screened with low-dose helical CT versus those screened with a chest radiograph. In addition, the NLST found that screening with LDCT identified a clinically significant abnormality (not suspicious for lung cancer) more than 3 times more often than chest x-ray. Overall, all-cause mortality was reduced by 6.7%.
For patients 55-80 years old with a 30-pack-year history of smoking, discussing lung cancer screening is an important opportunity to promote earlier detection and more positive outcomes.
Lung cancer screening CT is covered by Medicare and most insurance providers.
To schedule a low-dose CT at UBMC, please contact the Radiology Department at (435)-722-6124.
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Sincerely,
Sean D. Paulsen, MD (Radiologist, UBMC)
Mental Health Awareness Month
April: Donate Life Month
National Donate Life Month (NDLM) was established by Donate Life America and its partnering organizations in 2003. Observed in April each year, National Donate Life Month helps to encourage Americans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors and to honor those that have saved lives through the gift of donation.
A garden and the insects within it serve as symbols of hope, courage and transformed life — themes repeatedly found within the donation and transplantation journey.
The garden is an ecosystem of plants, insects, and other components working together to form an interconnected living system. Similarly, we each have the potential to nurture and enrich our communities through organ, eye and tissue donation. This National Donate Life Month, we ask you to be a part of this lifesaving and healing garden by registering as an organ, eye and tissue donor; becoming educated about living donation; and championing the Donate Life cause.
We wish you a Happy National Donate Life Month. Thank you for your efforts in promoting organ, eye and tissue donation and the importance of registering your decision.
Important Organ Donation Awareness Days:
National Donate Life Month BLUE & GREEN DAY is Friday, April 17th.
National PEDIATRIC TRANSPLANT WEEK is April 19th-25th.
Mental Health During COVID-19
The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children.
Stress during an infectious disease outbreak can include
- Fear and worry about your own health and the health of your loved ones
- Changes in sleep or eating patterns
- Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
- Worsening of chronic health problems
- Increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs
Coping with stress will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger.
Things you can do to support yourself
- Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.
- Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, and avoid alcohol and drugs.
- Make time to unwind. Try to do some other activities you enjoy.
- Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
If you, or someone you care about, are feeling overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, or feel like you want to harm yourself or others call
- 911
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746. (TTY 1-800-846-8517)
March is National Kidney Month
Kidneys are one of the body’s important organs. Some of the ways kidneys help us stay healthy are through signaling the body to produce red blood cells, balancing electrolytes so muscles–including the heart–function properly, keeping bones healthy, filtering out toxins and some drugs. Loss of kidney function will cause death if dialysis or a transplant doesn’t take place.
How can you take care of your kidneys?
Be sure to stay hydrated. Water is the best way to achieve this. If your urine is dark or smells strong, drink more water.
Take care of your diabetes and high blood pressure by working with your primary care provider, taking your medications as prescribed and keeping your blood sugar and blood pressure in normal ranges.
Get to know your hard working kidneys: https://www.kidney.org/content/national-kidney-month
Karri Hoopes, UBH Dialysis Manager
Colorectal Awareness
How Common Is Colorectal Cancer?
Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Every year, over 140,000 Americans are diagnosed. The American Cancer Society expects 53,200 deaths during 2020.
Am I At Risk?
Risk increases as we age. More than 90% of colorectal cancers occur after the age of 50. Other risk factors include having inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, a personal family history of colorectal cancer or polyps, or genetic syndromes such as familial adenomatous polyposis or hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (Lynch Syndrome).
Lifestyle contributes to an increased risk as well.
• Lack of physical activity
• A diet low in fruits and vegetables
• A low-fiber / high-fat / high processed meats diet
• Becoming overweight/obese
• Consuming alcohol
• Using tobacco
How Can I Reduce My Risk?
Overall, the most effective way to reduce your risk of colorectal cancer is to get screened for colorectal cancer routinely, beginning at age 50.
If you’re an adult outside the age range of 50-70, ask your provider if you are at high risk of getting colorectal cancer and take preventative measures, such as:
• Be physically active
• Keep a healthy weight
• Don’t drink excessive alcohol
• Don’t smoke
If you’re doing what you can to stay healthy, it is still important to be screened. Almost all colorectal cancers begin as precancerous polyps (abnormal growths) in the colon or rectum and can be present for years causing no symptoms before invasive cancer develops. Regular screenings can find these precancerous polyps so they can be removed before they turn into cancer. Screening also finds cancer early when treatment is most effective.
What Are the Symptoms?
Colorectal polyps and cancer often don’t cause symptoms, especially in the beginning stages. That is why screening is so important. If symptoms do begin, they may include:
• blood in or on the stool (bowel movement)
• stomach pain, aches or cramps that do not go away
• losing weight without explanation
What is a Colonoscopy Screening?
For a colonoscopy, a doctor uses a long, thin, flexible, lighted tube to check for polyps or cancer inside the rectum and the entire colon. During the test, the doctor can find and remove most polyps and some cancers, or biopsy as needed. A prep kit is required to clean out the colon. Patients are typically sedated (asleep) during the procedure.
When Should I Have a Colonoscopy?
Colonoscopies should be done beginning at 50, every 10 years for people who do not have an increased risk of colorectal cancer.
Is Screening Covered?
Most insurance plans and Medicare pay for colorectal cancer screening for people who are 50 years old or older. Check with your insurance plan to find out what benefits are covered for colorectal cancer screening.
SCHEDULE YOUR COLONOSCOPY
Kerry Baum, MD – 435.722.6143 or 435.781.2030
Kent Smith, MD – 435.722.6143
John Wells, MD – 435.725.7468
Jeff Wheeler, DO – 435.725.7469
Gary White, MD – 435.725.2020
ubh.org/find-a-provider
February is Heart Month
Take control of your heart health today.
- Don’t Smoke. Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the US.
- Manage conditions and behaviors mentioned above that lead to heart disease.
- Make heart-healthy eating changes. Eat food low in trans-fat, saturated fat, added sugar and sodium. Fill at least half your plate with vegetables and fruit and aim for low sodium options.
- Stay active! Get moving for a minimum of 150 minutes per week, even if breaking activity up into 10 minute blocks.
Stay Heart Healthy!
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
What is a “normal” menstrual cycle? Roughly, menses usually occur every 21-35 days, last 5-7 days, and range from 5-80 cc of blood loss. Quantification of blood loss can be done by using a menstrual cup or by estimation of blood loss by frequency and amount of soaking tampons or pads. How an individual perceives the amount of bleeding can also cause distress. If your menses are bothersome to you, we would like to see you.
There are many reasons for abnormal bleeding. Some of these include hormonal issues that cause problems with ovulation, uterine polyps or fibroids, cervical or uterine infections, bleeding disorders, uterine/cervical cancer or problems with menopause. It is important to see your gynecologist to diagnose the problem and then devise a treatment plan to help.
Depending on the nature of your diagnosis, there are many therapies that are effective. We often use hormonal methods of birth control to treat bleeding, especially if you are in your childbearing years. Long term contraceptives, such as the progesterone intrauterine device can be utilized to minimize heavy bleeding. If medical treatment is not working and you do not desire future children, surgical options can be explored. These include endometrial ablation and hysterectomy.
This blog is meant to be a starting point for discussion, so if you would like to ask questions or get help, please call UBH Women’s Health at (435)722-4652 in Roosevelt or (435)781-2030 in Vernal.
Stay active everyone,
Dr. Nolte
UBH Women’s Health
Rodney Anderson, MD
Family Practice
Basin Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
405 N 500 W (Building 1, Suite 201)
Vernal, UT 84078
(435) 789-1165
We have moved to the new tower (Building 1, Ste 201).
Get To Know Your Provider
Rodney Anderson, MD attended medical school at the University of Utah, completing his residency at the University of Wyoming in Casper, Wyoming. He received additional training in pediatrics at the Denver Children’s Hospital and Denver General Hospital. He also received additional obstetrical training at Breckenridge Hospital in Austin, Texas and John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. He completed his fellowship training with the American Academy of Family Physicians. He offers a full spectrum of family health care. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, river running, golfing, and watching his kids participate in numerous activities. Dr. Anderson and his wife, Terri have seven children – Devin, Kasi, Niki, Scott, Derek, Dani and Collin. They also have 11 grandchildren.
Rodney Anderson provides CDL/DOT physicals.
Education
Doctor of Medicine, University of Utah – SLC, Utah
Residency
University of Wyoming – Casper, Wyoming
Women’s Health Annual Exams
There are also many screening tests that are available that may alert us to problems. These may include lab work such as cholesterol, thyroid, and diabetes tests, testing for sexually transmitted infections, mammograms to screen for breast cancer, bone density tests to check for osteoporosis and pap smears to screen for cervical cancer.
An annual examination is also a great time to talk about birth control options, problems or concerns, difficulties with menstrual periods, trouble getting pregnant, or problems with abdominal or pelvic pain. We also are able to help coordinate further care as needed for problems not related to women’s health. Since often a woman’s only contact with the medical system is through her OB-GYN, we strongly recommend and encourage yearly visits.
I would like to invite each of you to let me know what topics you would like covered. In the meantime, I will choose a subject each month that I feel is relevant to your health. I look forward to helping you establish and maintain your health.
Stay active everyone,
Dr. John Nolte,
UBH Women’s Health
The Clinic | Vernal Clinic
Level 2: Suite 201
Level 2: Suite 202
Mark Henderson, DO
Level 3: Suite 301
Vernal Clinic – (435)789-1165
405 N 500 W, Bldg 1 Ste 201 – Vernal, UT 84078
Hours:
M-TH: 8 AM – 5 PM
F: 8 AM – Noon
Vernal Clinic Urgent Care – (435)781-6634
405 N 500 W, Bldg 2 – Vernal, UT 84078
Hours:
M-F: 8 AM – 8 PM
SAT: 9 AM – 6 PM
National Suicide Prevention Week
SEPTEMBER 8-14 IS NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK.
Suicide prevention starts well before the thoughts of suicide begin. It is a complicated issue, with most people feeling helpless at some point along the way, whether that be the person experiencing suicidal ideation, friends, family members, teachers, coaches, clergy, etc. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has produced a downloadable pdf guide titled, “Navigating a Mental Health Crisis: A NAMI Resource Guide for Those Experiencing a Mental Health Emergency,” which details important information to help prepare for, and respond to, a mental health crisis (click here) . If you, or a family member, is in need of support please get help. In case of a life threatening emergency, please go to your local hospital’s emergency department or call 9-1-1. In case of suicidal/self-harm thoughts, or if you need someone to talk to, you can also call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 and/ or visit their website for more information or to chat online.
After establishing safety, follow up with your Primary Care Provider (PCP) who can be viewed as the coach of your healthcare home team. You are not alone. There are people who want to help.
Submitted by: Daniel Colver, DBH, LMFT (Behavioral Health/Marriage & Family Therapist)
Our Foundation Is Service
This organization was built on service. The LDS Church worked with community minded individuals beginning in 1939 to establish a hospital for this region. They would fund 60% of the building if 40% came from local donations. The original estimated cost of the facility was $30k. Local residents and civic organizations contributed all they could, donating labor and cash to assist with construction. Fundraisers from bake sales to street dances were held to raise the necessary funds. Construction of the hospital was completed in 1942, but two more years passed before we could open our doors as volunteers worked to raise the needed funds for $20k worth of medical equipment.
This year during Hospital Week we’re introducing a new activity – an Employee Service Day. The event is titled “75 Ways U Can Make a Difference”, a name which leads into our upcoming 75th anniversary after opening our doors on August 14, 1944.
Our Employee Service Day will be held Tuesday, May 14th. Each Department Manager has been asked to identify a cause within our communities to provide service for. They will be involving individuals within their groups on this day to get dirty and give back!
Each department has been asked to document their day by submitting some photos/videos to Marketing/PR. We will be providing an update on the results of our service day and we look forward to making a difference in the communities we serve!
To give is to have purpose. To bring light to others, is to be happy. Our community is such a great support to us – now we’re taking time to show them how much we appreciate them!
-Maigen Zobell, Director of Marketing/PR
Trent Bell, CRNA
Steve Knight, CRNA
Lucas Reichert, CRNA
Allen Wallace, CRNA
Nuclear Medicine
What is Nuclear Medicine?
Nuclear medicine is a branch of medical imaging that uses small amounts of radioactive material to diagnose and determine the severity of or treat a variety of diseases, including many types of cancers, heart disease, gastrointestinal, endocrine, neurological disorders and other abnormalities within the body. Because nuclear medicine procedures are able to pinpoint molecular activity within the body, they offer the potential to identify disease in its earliest stages as well as a patient’s immediate response to therapeutic interventions.
Nuclear medicine, or radionuclide, diagnostic imaging procedures are noninvasive and, with the exception of intravenous injections, are usually painless medical tests that help physicians diagnose and evaluate medical conditions. These imaging scans use radioactive materials called radiopharmaceuticals or radiotracers.
Depending on the type of nuclear medicine exam, the radiotracer is either injected into the body, swallowed or inhaled as a gas and eventually accumulates in the organ or area of the body being examined. Radioactive emissions from the radiotracer are detected by a special camera or imaging device that produces pictures and detailed molecular information.
What are some common uses of the procedure?
Physicians use radionuclide imaging procedures to visualize the structure and function of an organ, tissue, bone or system within the body in order to:
- Stage cancer by determining the presence or spread of cancer in various parts of the body
- Localize sentinel lymph nodes before surgery in patients with breast cancer or skin and soft tissue tumors.
- Plan treatment
- Evaluate response to therapy
- Detect the recurrence of cancer
- Detect rare tumors of the pancreas and adrenal glands
How should I prepare?
You may be asked to wear a gown during the exam or you may be allowed to wear your own clothing.
Women should always inform their physician or technologist if there is any possibility that they are pregnant or if they are breastfeeding.
You should inform your physician and the technologist performing your exam of any medications you are taking, including vitamins and herbal supplements. You should also inform them if you have any allergies and about recent illnesses or other medical conditions.
You will receive specific instructions based on the type of scan you are undergoing.
NEW! UBMC has a new SPECT/CT – CLICK HERE
More Than Just A Number
Why? If you have a bad experience, you tell MANY people. If you have a great experience, you tell a FEW people. If you are simply just satisfied, nothing happens. Therefore, to truly gain patient loyalty – we must wow them. How do we do that? We must treat them like they are more than just a number, like they really matter – because they do!
Why it’s important:Numerous studies reflect how profoundly patients and providers are affected by this emotional connection. Connected patients experience reduced stress, better adherence to treatment plans, and have better outcomes. In turn, providers experience a renewed sense of meaning and fulfillment and have less burnout. |
Recently, we received a letter from a patient, Ulli Wagner, who had visited our Wound Care Center. Ulli was close to losing her foot after 1 1/2 years of unsuccessful treatments. After visiting our center, we received a letter from Ulli where she states “They were just so dedicated, professional, and helpful. After just two months of weekly care, my foot was healed!”
We invited Ulli in to tell us more about her story and the connection between her and Gayleen Denney, Program Director for the Wound Center was touching.
“When I first came here I was used to being a number…
I wasn’t a number here. Everybody knew my name. That helps alot. I appreciate it, I really do” said Ulli.
That’s what it’s about. Emotional connections – treating patients like they are more than just a number, like they really matter… will create that WOW experience therefore increasing patient loyalty and giving us all a renewed sense of meaning and fulfillment in our career. It’s a win-win.
-Maigen Zobell, Director of Marketing/PR
Bruce Arnold, MD
Pathologist
Uintah Basin Medical Center (Laboratory)
250 W 300 N
Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435) 722-6198
Get To Know Your Provider
Dr. Arnold has been practicing Pathology since 1998 in a variety of settings, ranging from solo practice to major medical centers and specialty laboratories; from Staff Pathologist to Department Chief and Laboratory Medical Director. He has found great satisfaction in the practice of pathology and looks forward to many more years of enthusiastic activity in this specialty.
After completing his formal medical education and residency, Dr. Arnold continued his training through 13 years of military service in the United States Army, including Chief of the Department of Pathology and Area Laboratory Services at Wurzburg Army Hospital in Wurzburg, Germany. He then completed additional training in Nuclear Medicine and joined NuPath, PC in western Illinois, where he provided services in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology and Nuclear Medicine for seven years.
Dr. Arnold joined the Uintah Basin community as the Laboratory Medical Director for Uintah Basin Medical Center in July 2013. He welcomes the opportunity to talk with patients about their surgical pathology. Anyone that may have questions, or is simply curious, is invited to come to the Department of Pathology and talk with Dr. Arnold.
Dr. Arnold was born and raised in Price, Utah, where his parents still live. He and his wife, Annette, were married in 1985, and have one son and two daughters.
Education & Residency
University of Health Sciences, Chicago Medical School, Chicago, IL
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT & the College of Eastern Utah, Price, UT
Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, HI & Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma WA
Fellowship
Gastrointestinal Pathology, GI Pathology, Memphis, TN
Certifications
Board Certified by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
Fellow, College of American Pathologists
William Barager, DO
Nephrology (Visiting Physician)
The Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (801) 377-4623
(Co-located with The Sleep Center & Respiratory (between Women’s Health and the ER)
Get To Know Your Provider
Dr. Barager specializes in treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease & Nephrology.
Dr. Barager is proud to say, “I take time to educate and communicate with each of my patients. Communication is essential to an effective doctor/patient relationship. I work directly with my patients and their families to create a healthcare plan specific to their needs and goals.”
Dr. Barager visits the Basin every Thursday.
Education
1997-2001: Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, MO
1993-1996: Bachelor of Arts History, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT, Graduated 1996
Residency
2001-2004: Internal Medicine, Northeast Regional Medical Center Kirksville, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, MO
Fellowship
2004-2006: Internal Medicine, Grandview Hospital & Medical Center, Dayton, OH
Certification
Certified Nephrologist by the American College of Osteopathic Internists
Affiliations
American Society of Nephrology
American College of Osteopathic Internists
American Osteopathic Association
American Society of Hypertension
Kerry Baum, MD
General Surgery
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 203 (East Entrance, Level 2), Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435) 725-7423
Our Vernal office has moved to the new tower
(Building 1, Suite 301).
Vernal Clinic, 405 N 500 W, (Bldg 1, Suite 301) Vernal, UT 84078
(435) 789-6361
Get To Know Your Provider
Dr. Baum attended the University of Utah, where he received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering. He served on active duty in the United States Army from 1989-1992, then worked for several years as an engineer developing flight simulators, before deciding to pursue a medical career. After receiving his M.D. degree from the University of Michigan, he completed a residency in General Surgery at the University of Utah.
Dr. Baum’s areas of interest and specialties include all facets of General Surgery, including:
Gastrointestinal Tract / Abdomen
Colonoscopies Colonoscopy Prep. Instructions
Breast, Skin and Soft Tissue
Endocrine System
Surgical Critical Care
Surgical Oncology
Trauma/Burns and Emergency Surgery
Vascular Surgery
Upper and Lower Endoscopy
Laparoscopic Surgery
Education
2007-2011: University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI
1984-1989: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Magna Cum Laude, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
Residency
2011-2016: General Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
Certifications
Advanced Trauma Life Support Provider
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider
Jason Beales, MD
Pediatrics
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 202 (South Entrance, Level 2)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435) 725-2034
Get To Know Your Provider
Dr. Beales has provided pediatric care at Uintah Basin Medical Center since 2003. As a pediatrician, Dr. Beales specializes in assessing, detecting, preventing and managing issues that affect infants, children, adolescents and young adults (birth to 19 years). This might involve anything from treating an ear infection to talking to parents about school or behavioral problems to seeing children for well-child checkups and giving them their vaccines. In addition to his standard pediatric practice, Dr. Beales also offers walk-in hours.
Dr. Beales is a diplomat of the American Board of Pediatrics. He enjoys archeaology, Spanish, camping, gardening and sports.
Education
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, Graduated 2000
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
Residency
3-Year Pediatric Residency, Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital, St. Louis, MO, Graduated 2003
Certification
Board Certified in General Pediatrics by The American Board of Pediatrics
Samuel Mark Bertoch, DNP
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 103 (East Entrance, Level 1)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 722-4541
405 N 500 W, Bldg 1 (East Entrance, Level 1)
Vernal, UT 84078
Phone: (435) 789-4489
Get To Know Your Provider
Mark Bertoch, FNP has 25+ years experience in providing medical care. He has worked in a variety of areas including Home Health, Med/Surg, ICU, Transport, and Education. Mark has completed clinical rotations in Family Practice, Pediatrics, Dermatology and Women’s Health. He is excited to now specialize in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, practicing under James White, MD.
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation focuses on painful conditions involving the spine, nerves, muscles and joints. We offer diagnostic workup and non-surgical treatment for conditions involving these areas, including guided interventional pain management procedures in neuro-musculoskeletal medicine, including nerve injuries, sports injuries, and painful conditions of the extremities.
Mark enjoys being able to render aid to those in need. He strives to contribute to his profession through research, development and best practice of work among professional organizations at local, state and national professional associations. He has dedicated his life to healthcare and desires to contribute to the science of medicine for years to come. He continually works to be an integral part of the community and his chosen profession, providing compassionate care to those who seek help.
Personal Interests
Mark Bertoch finds joy in spending time with family and friends. He enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, mountain biking, road biking, horseback riding, listening to music, and attending concerts.
A few years ago, Mark was a patient of Dr. James White. Dr. White provided Mark with several back injections, which worked well. Although Mark did require back surgery, Dr. White helped in his recovery process. Mark was then inspired to get healthier, and began exercising 4-6 times a week with added flexibility training. He is now down 50 lbs and enjoying new hobbies such as road and mountain biking! Mark states, “Dr. White is a great guy… he’s smart and wanted the best for me”. Mark is now living a better life.
Education
July 2021-July 2022
Frontier Nursing University
Hyden, Kentucky
Doctor of Nursing Practice (Currently Enrolled)
April 2019-March 2021
Frontier Nursing University
Hyden, Kentucky
Master of Nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner)
Sept 2004-July 2007
University of Phoenix
Salt Lake City, Utah
Master of Nursing
Sept 2000- Dec 2002
University of Phoenix
Salt Lake City, Utah
Master of Business Administration
Sept 1996 – Jan 2000
Weber State University
Ogden, Utah
Bachelor of Nursing
Aug 1995 – May 1996
UBtech
Roosevelt, Utah
Practical Nursing
June 1994 – July 1994
UBtech
Roosevelt, Utah
Nursing Assistant
Certifications
Advanced Cardiac Life Support & Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Professional Organizations
American Associations of Nurse Practitioner
Utah Nurse Practitioners
Michael Van Bibber, MD
Urology
Roosevelt Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N Clinic 2, Suite 203
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 725-2085 | Fax: (435)-247-4205
Get To Know Your Provider
Dr. Van Bibber is a Board Certified Urologist, who is happy to be back in Utah, where he grew up! He’s a graduate of the University of Utah medical school and did his urology residency training at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in New England. He offers medical and surgical treatment for Urologic disorders and also performs vasectomies. He is a father to five beautiful girls and has one grandson. When not working you are likely to meet him and his wife on the trails in the mountains or on the road riding their bicycles.
Education
University of Utah School of Medicine
1998-2002
M.D. Surgery Honors Program
University of Utah
1994-1998
B.S. Biology
Residency
General Surgery Categorical
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Lebanon, NH
2002–2006
Urology
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Lebanon, NH
2006-2010
Certifications:
Board Certified by the American Board of Urology
Kyler Black, MD
Internal Medicine & Pediatrics
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 202 (South Entrance, Level 2), Roosevelt, Utah 84066
UBH Vernal Clinic
405 N 500 W (Building 2, Ste 100) {Urgent Care Entrance}, Vernal, UT
Phone: (435) 725-7432 | Fax: (435) 247-4236
Caring for patients of Dr. Staker & accepting new patients!
Dr. Staker, and his wife Shannon, are serving a mission in Mexico City. Dr. Black looks forward to providing the same exceptional care that Staker’s patients are accustomed to. Our clinic staff remain the same, with Ginny, Haelei, and Serenty… along with Brad Jenkins and Maggie, and Curtis Carter and Savannah. Together, they will work hard to ensure a smooth transition. He promises to give you a listening ear and compassionate care. He believes medical decisions should be made together with your best interest at heart.
Specialty Services
As an Internal Medicine-Pediatrics physician he is both a “Kids Specialist” and an “Adult Specialist”. He believes strongly in listening and collaborating with his patients to help them reach their own personal health goals and in treating the whole person and not just a disease. He is currently completing separate Integrative and Functional Medicine Fellowships. Some of his special interests include:
- Well child exams
- Sports physicals
- Musculoskeletal injuries (shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle)
- Diabetes management
- Diet, nutrition, and weight loss
- Preventative health
- Chronic pain
- Deprescribing
- Sick visits
- Mental Health
Get To Know Your Provider
Dr. Black is a Utah native who completed medical school in Texas and his residency training in Arizona. His wife Mary is from the Uintah Basin and they have 5 children. He enjoys spending time with family, home repair projects, woodworking, being outdoors, mountain biking, playing basketball, and the Utah Jazz. He is excited to be in the Basin.
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, Lubbock TX, Matriculated 2017
Bachelors of Science: Physiology and Developmental Biology, Brigham Young University, Provo UT, Spring, 2012
Residency
Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Residency
University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix, Phoenix AZ, 2017-2021
John Blake, MD
Dermatology
The Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 104 (Clinic 2, Level 1)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435)725-7410
405 N 500 W (Bldg 2, Level 2); Vernal, UT 84066
(435) 789-6363
Get To Know Your Provider
Dr. Blake knew on his first day of his dermatology class that he wanted to be a dermatologist. He loves the people he treats and enjoys the variety of all aspects of disease, including cancer, infection, immunology, psychiatry, etc.
Dr. Blake is a Roosevelt, Utah native. He and his wife have four daughters and five grandchildren. Dr. Blake enjoys working on his farm, coaching girls’ basketball and golf, fishing, hunting and vacationing in Hawaii. His favorite patient experiences are being able to diagnose melanoma at an early stage and saving patients’ lives by removing the cancer early.
Dr. Blake’s Practice includes treatment for the following conditions:
Acne
Age Spots
Alopecia (Hair Loss)
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Cysts
Eczema
Hyperhidrosis (Sweating)
Nail Disorders
Laser Therapy
Melasma
Moles
Nail Disorders
Oral Skin Disease
Psoriasis
Rash
Rosacea
Skin Cancer
Skin Growths
Skin Infections
Skin Ulcers
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Warts & Molluscum
Wrinkles
Derek Potter, PA-C works with Dr. Blake offering general dermatology services.
Education
University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
Residency
Dermatology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Internship
Internal Medicine, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
Fellowship
Immundermatology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Certification
Board Certified Dermatologist by The American Board of Dermatologists
Tanya Boren NP-C
Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine
250 W 300 N (Clinic #2, Ste 105)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435) 725-2015
Get To Know Your Provider
Tanya is from Meeker, Colorado where she worked alongside her mom who was an RN. She began as a CNA when she was in high school and knew that she wanted to be a nurse. Caring for people and helping others is what she wanted to do from a young age . After a trip to Honduras in 2017, Tanya was inspired to become a nurse practitioner. She has lived in the Basin since 2010.
Tanya is married and has four boys and one daughter. With her family she enjoys hunting, camping and spending time with her grandbabies. Baking, yard work and cleaning house are also other hobbies she enjoys.
Education
Rock Springs Community College- Nursing LPN 2006
Rock Spring Community College- Nursing ADN 2007
Purdue Global- BSN 2014
Purdue Global- MSN Administration 2017
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions- NP 2019
Certificates:
Nurse Practitioner- Certified by AANP
ACLS
Affiliations:
Utah Nurse Practitioners
Utah Nurses Association
America Association of Nurse Practitioners
American Nursing Association
Karl Breitenbach, MD
Family Practice & Obstetrics/Gynecology
Basin Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
405 N 500 W (Building 1, Ste 201) – Vernal, UT 84078
(435) 789-1165
We have moved to the new tower (Building 1, Ste 201).
Get To Know Your Provider
Karl Breitenbach, MD attended medical school at the University of Missouri in Kansas City, completing his residency with the University of Utah at McKay Dee Hospital. He is Board Certified and is a Diplomat of the American Board of Family Practice. He offers complete family health care including prenatal care and obstetrics. He enjoys women’s health care and pediatrics and delivers and cares for babies at Ashley Regional Medical Center in Vernal. Dr. Breitenbach offers point of care obstetric ultrasound for his OB patients. He provides numerous dermatology procedures including mole and wart removal. He performs sterilization surgeries including bilateral tubal ligations and vasectomies. His personal interests include white water rafting, mountain biking, archery, fishing, photography and backpacking. Dr. Breitenbach and his wife, Paula have four children, Ryan Merrell, Nikki Merrell, Makenzie Holmes and Kagan Breitenbach.
Karl Breitenbach provides CDL/DOT physicals.
Education
Doctor of Medicine, University of Missouri – Kansas City, MO
Residency
University of Utah – SLC, Utah
McKay Dee Hospital – Ogden, Utah
Fellowship
American Academy of Family Physicians
Angala Bryson, DNP
Family Practice, Women’s Health
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 203 (East Entrance, Level 2)
Roosevelt, Utah 84066
Phone: (435) 722-6223 | Fax: (435) 247-4200
UBH Vernal Clinic
405 N 500 W (Building 1, Suite 202), Vernal, UT
Phone: (435) 722-6223 | Fax: (435) 247-4200
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Angala Bryson was born in Roosevelt, Utah. She later moved to Magna, Utah as a teenager and returned to Roosevelt in 2006 to raise her 4 children, all now grown. She began her medical career 25 years ago as a Medical Assistant. After her youngest daughter started school, she decided to further her education and earned a licensed practical nursing degree (LPN), and a registered nursing license (RN). She has worked as an RN at UBMC in the Medical/Surgical and ICU departments since 2011.
In 2019 Angala decided once again to continue her educational journey and become a nurse practitioner, a goal she had made after traveling to Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia on a 28-day humanitarian trip in 2018. While completing her doctorate degree she was also the Medical/Surgical and ICU nurse manager. Angala is passionate about rural medicine and appreciates the unique characteristics of our rural community. She enjoys traveling, attending concerts, watching sports, Disneyland, and spending time with her family.
Education
Utah Career College; Salt Lake City, Utah
Medical Assisting Certificate – 1998
Uintah Basin Technology College; Roosevelt, Utah
Licensed Practical Nurse – 2011
Utah State University; Vernal, Utah
Associate of Science, Nursing – 2012
University of Utah; Salt Lake City, Utah
Bachelor of Science, Nursing – 2017
Weber State University; Ogden, Utah
Doctor of Nursing Practice – 2021
Certifications
BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, TCAR, NIHSS
Healogics Wound Care
Total Contact Cast Application
Amos Burgess, DO
Emergency Medicine
Uintah Basin Medical Center (Emergency Department)
250 W 300 N
Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435) 722-4691
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Amos enjoys seeing a broad range of patients and the many challenges emergency medicine offers. Amos specializes in Emergency Medicine and works inside of the Emergency Department at Uintah Basin Medical Center.
Amos is originally from Utah County and then later relocated to the Uintah Basin. Amos enjoys spending his time outdoors, more specifically mountain biking. Amos also loves to travel and visit new places.
Professional Memberships include:
American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP)
Emergency Medicine Residents’ Association (EMRA)
Education
2006-2010: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Des Moines, IA
2003-2006: Bachelor of Art, German Major, Southern Utah University, Cedar City, UT
Residency
2010-2013: Emergency Medicine Residency, Summa Akron City Hospital, Akron, OH
Certifications
Certified Emergency Medicine Physician by The American Board of Emergency Medicine
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACVLS)
Advanced Disaster Life Support (ADLS)
Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Basic Disaster Life Support (BDLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Wilderness and Remote First Aid, INSTRUCTOR
Jennifer Butcher, NP
Cardiology (Visiting)
The Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
200 W 350 N
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 722-6143
(Co-located with The Sleep Center & Respiratory (between Women’s Health and the ER)
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What I love the most about my job is getting to know my patients and helping them feel better. The life stories I get to hear are great and I love building that connection with my patients.
I have worked for Revere Health for about five and a half years and have really enjoyed it. We are always trying to improve patient care and provide the best for our patients. I believe that patient communication is very important. Without good communication, we may not be able to solve the problems that we need to solve.
Outside the clinic, I love being outdoors. I enjoy hiking, biking and waterfalls. I love traveling and seeing new things. I also love BBQ’s, riding ATV’s and construction projects. I have four kids and one grandbaby and enjoy spending time with them.
Education
Undergraduate: Associate of Science Snow College
Ephraime, UtahAssociate of Science – Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, UtahBachelor of Science – Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, Utah
Graduate: Master of Science – Nursing
Brigham Young University
Provo, Utah
Certification
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
American Heart Association
Curtis Carter, PA-C
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Ste 202
Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435) 722-6180
Altamont Clinic
15548 W 4000 N
Altamont, UT 84001
Phone: (435) 454-3173
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Curtis Carter practices in Roosevelt with Dr. Kyler Black. He also practices in the Altamont Clinic.
Education
July 2015: Masters Degree Physician Assistant, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
April 2012: Bachelors Degree Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Weber State University, Ogden, UT
December 2007: Associates Degree Radiology, Weber State University, Ogden, UT
Certification
National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants
Eric Carter, MD, FACC
Cardiology (Visiting Physician)
The Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
200 W 350 N
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 722-6143
(Co-located with Orthopedics, across from Wound Care in Clinic 2)
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Dr. Carter was led to cardiology by his strong desire to help others and have a direct and significant impact on their health. He is board-certified in cardiovascular disease, nuclear cardiology, and echocardiography, and finds great satisfaction in being able to bring reassurance to his patients — giving them hope and encouragement in their path toward a healthy lifestyle. He also enjoys participating in local community health initiatives, especially teaching about healthy lifestyle choices and disease prevention.
Outside medicine, Dr. Carter enjoys golfing, biking, playing chess, and participating in outdoor activities with his wife and family. They have seven wonderful children and 5 grandchildren (and counting).
Education
1984-1988: University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
1980-1984: A.B. Biochemistry, Harvard College, Cambridge, MA
Internship
1988-1989: Internal Medicine, Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO
Residency
1989-1991: Internal Medicine, Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
American College of Cardiology
American Board of Internal Medicine
Certified Subspecialty: Cardiovascular Disease by The American Board of Internal Medicine
National Board of Medical Examiners
Certified National Board of Echocardiography
Certified Board of Nuclear Medicine
Affiliations
American College of Cardiology
Emergency Medical Services
EMT – EMS
Provide emergency medical services to suddenly ill or injured patients according to state and local guidelines and or protocols. Will be required to take calls and be available when scheduled; responsible for the care of the ambulance and other equipment; and effectively communicate well with patients and staff. In addition, ensure scene safety by being able to follow established protocols. Other duties will be assigned as needed within the Uintah Basin Healthcare organization.
Qualifications:
Must have current Utah EMT and CPR certification. Must be able to lift and carry 125 pounds and have a good driving record. In addition, have the ability to work in high stress environments. The qualified candidate must demonstrate good communication skills and work well as a team.
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Additional Information
Position Type : Pool/PRN/Per Diem
Shift : Other
Ref Code: 10616
Contact Information
Julie Whiting – Position Recruiter
Human Resources
250 West 300 North
ROOSEVELT, UT 84066
Email: jwhiting@ubmc.org
Phone: 435-722-6188 ext 1859
Fax: 435-722-6106
Daniel Colver, DBH, LMFT
Behavioral Health/Marriage & Family Therapist
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
South Entrance, Suite 202
250 W 300 N Roosevelt, UT
Phone: (435) 247-4279
Vernal Clinic
405 N 500 W, (Bldg 1, Ste 301) Vernal, UT 84078
Phone: (435) 789-6208
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Dr. Daniel Colver, DBH, M.A., LMFT has devoted his educational and professional career to serving others and helping people live healthy, fulfilling and meaningful lives. After receiving an honorable discharge from the U.S. Air Force in 2004, he went on to complete a Bachelor of Science degree in Behavioral Science: Sociology Emphasis (Utah Valley University), a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy (Argosy University; COAMFTE Accredited Program), and an applied/professional Doctor of Behavioral Health: Clinical Concentration degree (Arizona State University). As a clinician, Daniel is a masters-level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Utah. His doctoral studies, internship, and applied research focused primarily on the effective integration of behavioral health treatment in medical settings, making him particularly effective working as a member of the primary care clinical team. He believes that patient-centered health care is best facilitated via mutually respectful relationships between patients and providers, and has a passion for team-based care emphasizing biological, psychological, social, and spiritual health. Whether it be helping someone manage the emotional challenges commonly experienced alongside chronic pain, helping families work together during the course of a loved-one’s cancer treatment, or educating patients on helpful strategies to manage stress and anxiety related to a medical condition, Daniel loves supporting patients and physicians with achieving their health goals.
Education:
Jan 2016 – Dec 2018
Arizona State University, Doctor of Behavioral Health, Clinical Concentration, DBH, 3.96 GPA
Jan 2012 – Dec 2013
Argosy University, Marriage and Family Therapy, Master of Arts, 4.0 GPA
- M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy
- COAMFTE Accredited Program
Aug 2010
Utah Valley University, Behavioral Science: Sociology Emphasis, Bachelor of Science
- B.S. in Behavioral Science: Sociology Emphasis
Experiences:
Nov 2015 – 2018
Outpatient Therapist
The Center for Couples and Families, Spanish Fork, UT
Jun 2016 – Oct 2017
Clinical Manager
The Center for Couples and Families, Spanish Fork, UT
Jan 2018 – Sep 2018
Behavioral Health Consultant / Doctoral Intern
Southwest Spine and Pain Center, Provo, UT
Jan 2014 – Dec 2015
Primary Therapist
Telos Residential Treatment Center
Jan 2013 – Dec 2013
Clinical Psychotherapy Practicum Intern, Graduate Student
Telos Residential Treatment Center
Michaela Curry, FNP
Family Practice
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 201 (South Entrance, Level 2)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 725-7468
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Michaela is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to holistic wellness, preventative medicine and detail-oriented, patient-centered care. Michaela has had experience in a variety of roles including Emergency Triage, Medical/Surgical care, Infusion Therapy and Intensive Care, as well as training in Family Practice, Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Urgent Care, Hospitalist, and Emergency Room Medicine.
She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Weber State University in Utah, then later attended Simmons University in Boston, Massachusetts to earn a Masters of Science in Nursing. Michaela strives to make each patient feel heard and understand she sees them uniquely, with a goal to improve their lives through individualized care.
Michaela and her husband Rocky have three children and enjoy spending time outdoors hunting, camping, ATV riding, hiking, golfing, playing softball/any sport, traveling, and spending time with their extended families.
Education
Simmons University; Boston, Massachusetts
Masters of Science, Nursing
Weber State University; Ogden, Utah
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Certifications
Coming Soon
Braxton R. Duncan, DO
Emergency Department
Vernal Emergency Department
405 N 500 W
Vernal, UT 84078
Phone: (435) 781-2030
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Dr. Braxton Duncan was born and raised in Roosevelt, Utah. He grew up helping his parents and siblings at a family-owned veterinarian clinic in Ballard, Utah. He enjoyed playing basketball and soccer in high school. He received his Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Utah in 2012. He attended A.T. Still University and was awarded a Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine in 2017. He specializes in emergency medicine and completed residency in central California at Kaweah Delta Health Care District. He is board certified in emergency medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
The wide spectrum of ages, pathologies, and critical condition of many patients in emergency medicine drew Dr. Duncan to pursue it as a medical specialty. He views caring for patients in the emergency department, often in their greatest hour of need, as a great privilege.
Dr. Duncan met and married Lacy Cornaby in 2012 and enjoys spending time with her and their four children. They have made their home in Vernal, Utah. He also enjoys being outdoors, off-road sports, playing with his kids, learning new skills, basketball and other sports, and finding new hobbies.
Education
Kaweah Delta Health Care District – Emergency Medicine Residency, 2020
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 2017 Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine A.T. Still University of Health Sciences
BS in Exercise Science, 2012- Cum Laude University of Utah
AS in General Studies, 2007 Utah State University
Certifications
Emergency Medicine Board-2020-Present
Search & Rescue Medicine Certificate
Honors in Wilderness Medicine Certificate
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor
Base Hospital Physician
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Advanced Trauma Life Support
Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
First Aid, CPR, AED, & American Red Cross
Colby Duncan, MD
Emergency Medicine
Uintah Basin Medical Center (Emergency Department)
250 W 300 N
Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435) 722-4691
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Dr. Duncan was raised in the medical profession, with his father being a successful veterinarian and his mother a nurse. While in college, he volunteered at Primary Children’s Medical Center and at the Riverton Emergency Department. He knew early on that Emergency Medicine was a natural place for him.
Dr. Duncan and his wife have three children and they love enjoying as much time as possible together riding bikes, being outside, camping, etc. Dr. Duncan enjoys basketball, soccer, running, music and home improvement projects of all sorts.
He loves talking to and taking care of people, and says, “You see a lot of hard things in medicine in general, and especially in the Emergency Department. It is always rewarding to me to help take care of another person’s loved one.” Dr. Duncan chose to work at Uintah Basin Medical Center because it is close to family and he enjoys living in a small town, close to the mountains, and working in a rural hospital allows him to be more hands-on and do things that he would not be able to do in a larger Emergency Department.
Areas of Interest
Emergency Medicine, Trauma
Education
2010-2014: Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
2003-2009: Bachelor of Science, Chemistry/Minors in Biology, Math & Physics, Westminster College, Salt Lake City, UT
Residency
2014-2017: Emergency Medicine Residency, Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners, Grand Rapids, MI
Honors, Awards & Credits
Painful Nerve Injury Decreases Sarco-Endoplasmic Reticulum CA2+-ATPASE Activity in Axotomized Sensory Neurons. C. Duncan et al. Neuroscience: 231 (2013) 247-257
2011-2012: Research Assistant, Medical College of Wisconsin, Sarco-endoplasmin reticulum Ca2+-ATPase activity in injured neurons, Advisor: Dr. Quinn Hogan, M.D.
2001: Winner of the Dr. Michael J. Dunn Summer Research Poster Contest Award
2009: Outstanding Chemistry Student, Westminster College
2009-2010: Lab Technician, University of Utah School of Medicine, DNA extraction and maintenance of cell lines for the Center for Clinical and Translational Science lab , Advisor: Sayed Ahmed
2008-2009:Undergraduate Research Assistant, Westminster College, Thermostability of proteins in thermophilic bacteria, Advisor: Dr. William Deutschman, Ph.D.
Timothy Duncan, MD
Emergency Medicine
Basin Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
405 N 500 W (Building 1, Suite 201)
Vernal, UT 84078
(435) 789-1165
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Dr. Tim Duncan is a native of the Uintah Basin and is excited to return home to join Uintah Basin Healthcare. He was raised in Roosevelt and spent his time playing football and helping at the family veterinary clinic before graduating high school in 2009. He attended the University of Utah where he completed his bachelor’s degree in biology and graduated from medical school in 2020. He completed his residency specializing in Emergency Medicine at West Virginia University in 2023.
Dr. Duncan is an avid University of Utah Utes fan and enjoys shooting, fishing, and exploring the Basin and surrounding mountains on ATV’s. Dr. Duncan looks forward to settling down and serving the Uintah Basin for years to come!
Education
West Virginia University Department of Emergency Medicine
2020-2023
Emergency Medicine Resident Physician
University of Utah School of Medicine
2016-2020
M.D. Degree Recipient
University of Utah
2012-2015
Bachelor of Arts
Major: Biology.
Minors: Chemistry, Pediatric Clinical Research
Uintah Basin Applied Technology College
2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Utah State University,
2006-2009
Associates of Science Degree
Zachary Freestone, DO
Nephrology (Visiting Physician)
The Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
200 W 350 N
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 722-6143
(Co-located with The Sleep Center & Respiratory (between Women’s Health and the ER)
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Dr. Freestone studied neuroscience at Brigham Young University, with a minor in Scandinavian studies. After graduating from BYU, he went on to medical school at Midwestern University in Arizona the completed his residency at Valley Hospital Medical Center in Las Vegas. Because he enjoys physiology and the intellectual challenges that come with internal medicine subspecialties, he chose to specialize in nephrology. He says, “I also love being able to interact closely with my patients.” Dr. Freestone completed his nephrology fellowship at the University of Utah.
Dr. Freestone loves to be with his family, and enjoys time outdoors mountain biking, road biking and skiing.
Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ, Graduated 2011
Bachelor of Science, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT, Graduated 2006
Residency
2011-2014: Internal Medicine, Valley Hospital Medical Center, Las Vegas, NV
Certification
Board-Certified Nephrologist by The American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine
Board-Certified in Internal Medicine by The American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine
2009-Present: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Brian Gardner, DPM
Podiatry
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 203 (East Entrance, Level 2)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 725-2080/ Fax: (435) 247-4206
Vernal Clinic
405 N 500 W, Bldg 1 Suite 301
Vernal, UT 84078
Phone: (435) 789-6365 / Fax: (435) 789-6381
We have moved to the new tower (Building 1, Ste 301).
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Dr. Gardner’s practice includes:
Foot & Ankle Surgery
Wound Care
Biomechanics
Sports Medicine
Diabetic Foot Care
General Foot Care
Dr. Gardner grew up in Orem, Utah. He and his wife have five children and enjoy sports (basketball is his favorite), being in the outdoors (he loves hunting and fishing), and spending time at Flaming Gorge. Dr. Gardner’s interest in podiatry came naturally, based on personal experience with ingrown toenails. When choosing where to practice his specialty, Uintah Basin Medical Center was an exciting option as he loved visiting his grandparents in Roosevelt while he was growing up. Dr. Gardner says, “My favorite thing, besides smelling stinky feet, is the interaction with patients and getting to know them.” Dr. Gardner speaks fluent Spanish.
Favorite Links
- Bunions Brochure
- Gout Brochure
- Hammertoes Brochure
- Ingrown Toenails Brochure
- Neuromas Brochure
- Peripheral Neuropathy Brochure
- Plantar Fascitis Brochure
- PTTD Brochure
- Warts Brochure
Education
Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical School, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Des Moines, IA
Residency
Surgical Residency, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
Rob Gilbert, PA-C
Urgent Care
405 N 500 W, (Building 2, Ste 100)
Vernal, UT 84078
(435) 781-6634
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Rob Gilbert, PA-C is excited to be working for Uintah Basin Healthcare. Rob (or Robbie, to some) enjoys getting to know people and helping them feel better. He has degrees in Exercise Science from BYU and PA Studies from Idaho State University. Rob grew up mostly in Roosevelt and rotated in many rural communities during his PA training. He enjoys being with his family, camping, fishing, playing and watching all sports, reading, and an occasional Broadway musical.
Rob Gilbert provides CDL/DOT physicals.
Education
Masters Degree in PA Studies, Idaho State University
Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science, Brigham Young University
Gary Graham, MD
Family Practice
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 201 (South Entrance, Level 2)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 725-2032
Fax: (435) 247-4213
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Dr. Graham and his wife have nine children and one grandchild. He enjoys gardening, music, modeling (mostly trains), board games, and vacationing on the beach or in the mountains. Dr. Graham loves working with the medical staff at Uintah Basin Medical Center and the community he lives in. Growing up, Dr. Graham was influenced to choose medicine as a career due to his younger brother having kidney disease and assisting him with peritoneal dialysis. Dr. Graham says “[Helping to heal] a three-year-old makes you feel like a super hero, but connecting with a patient dying of brain cancer or caring for veterans who have amazing life experiences to share are my favorite moments with patients.” He loves developing friendships and relieving pain or improving the overall health of his patients.
Education
Doctorage of Medicine, University of Virginia; Charlottesville, VA
Brigham Young University; Provo, UT
Residency
University of Utah Family Practice Residency; Salt Lake City, UT
Intermountain Health Care Utah Regional Medical Center; Provo, UT
Certification
Board Certified by The American Board of Family Medicine
Cameron Hardy, PA-C
Ears, Nose and Throat
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Ste 101
Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435) 725-7408
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Cam Hardy grew up on a family dairy farm in the beautiful town of Brigham City, Utah. He first became interested in medicine while shadowing the dairy vet around his childhood farm. He pursued his medical education at Utah State University and Pacific University. Cam enjoys directly interacting with his patients and finds it very fulfilling and rewarding to help them improve their lives through excellent healthcare.
Cam has been married for 15 years and has 3 boys ages 11, 8, and 3. His family has lived in the basin for 10 years and loves the variety of terrain for hiking and camping.
Cameron Hardy is also a cohost of the Casual Preppers podcast. He has written a book on preparedness and enjoys learning and teaching about wilderness survival and medicine.
Cameron Hardy is fluent in Portuguese and proficient in Spanish.
Education
September 2011: Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR
December 2008: Bachelor of Physical Education, Emphasis on Exercise Science, Utah State University, Logan, UT
Certification
Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
AHA Basin Life Support (BLS) Provider
AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider
Derrick Haslem, MD
Oncology / Cancer Care
Cancer Care & Infusion Center
210 W 300 N, Suite 100 (Clinic 1, Level 1)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
(435) 247-4298
NOTE: As of January 1, 2022, Dr. Haslem has transitioned to Senior Medical Director for Medical Oncology with Intermountain Healthcare, but will continue to oversee UBMC Cancer Care, along with Dr. Moodabagil.
Learn More
Uintah Basin Medical Center now provides an extra level of support to cancer patients in the Uintah Basin with access to experts in the field of oncology through the expansion of a partnership with Intermountain Healthcare. Using TeleHealth technology, including high-definition cameras, monitors, and audio equipment, clinicians in Roosevelt can quickly connect with Derrick S. Haslem, MD, and his team of oncology specialists at Intermountain HealthCare 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
To learn more, click here or call our UBH Cancer Care Team at (435)247-4298.
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Dr. Derrick Haslem is the Associate Medical Director of Oncology at Intermountain, a board-certified specialist in Medical Oncology with expertise in targeted therapy, genomics, and breast cancer. He provides care for cancer patients at Intermountain Healthcare Cancer Centers in St. George, Murray and Logan as well as via telehealth at Sevier, Cassia, Teton Valley, Idaho, Star Valley, Wyoming – and now, at Uintah Basin Healthcare in Roosevelt, Utah.
Dr. Derrick Haslem has been a key leader in expanding cancer services to more rural populations by providing tele-oncology services. This program brings high-quality cancer care close to home and reduces complexity, cost, and travel for patients living outside and far away from traditional large cancer centers.
As the Associate Medical Director, Dr. Derrick Haslem has built an outstanding team of cancer providers who care for patients throughout Intermountain west. He ensures his team provides high standards and quality cancer care to all patients. He has been at the forefront in establishing the Intermountain Precision Genomics program. Intermountain Cancer Center was the first institution to succeed at establishing a personalized, genomic-based oncology program within an integrated healthcare delivery system.
Dr. Derrick Haslem received his medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine and completed a residency in internal medicine at University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics and an Oncology fellowship at the University of Utah’s Huntsman Cancer Institute. He and his wife, Amy, have five children and reside in St. George, Utah.
When asked about the Teleoncology partnership between Intermountain and Uintah Basin Healthcare, Dr. Haslem said “Intermountain’s goal is to be a partner with Uintah Basin Healthcare’s care team as they care for cancer patients in the Uintah Basin. Being born and raised in the Uintah Basin, I have a personal connection to this partnership and a dedication to the success of this program. Had this program been in place during my family member’s recent cancer journey, the majority of their treatments and associated testing could have been performed here in the Basin. We understand that time at home, with family and loved ones during oncology treatment is simply priceless. People feel better and do better. Our goal and vision is to ensure that patients get the highest quality cancer care close to home and as convenient as possible.”
Education:
University of Utah School of Medicine Salt Lake City, UT in Doctor of Medicine, 2000 – 2004
Residency:
University of Utah Medical Center Salt Lake City, UT in Internal Medicine, 2004 – 2007
Certification:
AM BD INTERNAL MEDICINE (MEDICAL ONCOLOGY) re-verification 12/31/2019
Mark Henderson, DO
Family Practice
Vernal Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
405 N 500 W, (Building 1, Ste 202)
Vernal, UT 84078
(435) 777-8999
Mark Henderson will begin with Uintah Basin Healthcare starting January 5, 2024
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Mark Henderson did his undergraduate education at BYU in Provo, Utah and then continued his medical education at Des Moines University, Iowa. He completed his residency in Family Medicine in Lincoln, Nebraska.
In his free time he enjoys mountain biking, rock climbing, and spending time with his wife and children. He is also a fellow in the Academy of Wilderness medicine where he can combine his passion for medicine with his interests in the outdoors.
Services Include:
- Annual Physical Exams
- Well Child Visits
- High Blood Pressure
- Diabetes
- Travel Medicine
- Vaccinations
- Sick Visits
Education
Brigham Young University – Provo, Utah
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology 2011
University of Nebraska Omaha – Omaha, Nebraska
Premed, 2012
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Des Moines, Iowa
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 2017
Residency
Lincoln Family Residency – Lincoln, Nebraska 2017-2020
Megan Hopkins, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Megan Hopkins, DNP has moved to Suite 202.
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
South Entrance, Suite 202
250 W 300 N Roosevelt, UT
Phone: (435) 725-7460
Vernal Clinic
405 N 500 W, Bldg 1 Suite 301
Vernal, UT 84078
Phone: (435) 789-6396
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Dr. Megan Hopkins, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a holistically-minded Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who prioritizes patient-centered care and considers each patient uniquely. She has been in the nursing field since 2009, serving in a variety of roles throughout her career. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Weber State University in 2018, with a minor in Psychology. She went on to complete her Doctor of Nursing Practice education in 2022 at the University of Utah, specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health.
Megan believes that the mind-body interaction is of utmost importance when considering treatment, and has a special interest in functional medicine and bio-behavioral health. Her goal is to facilitate resilience and promote self-awareness within each person as they strive to live a life they view as whole and fulfilling. Being from rural Utah, she deeply understands the unique disposition and characteristics of residing in a rural community. She is excited to be part of the contribution in bolstering mental health services in her home area.
In her spare time, she enjoys many outdoor activities including gardening, camping, and paddle boarding. She also enjoys travel, attending live music shows, and has a growing collection of vinyl records.
Education:
2019-2022
University of Utah, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, 3.96 GPA
2017-2018
Weber State University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Psychology, Cum Laude
2013
Nightingale College, Associate Degree of Nursing, Registered Nurse, Valedictorian, Summa Cum Laude
2011 UB Tech, Licensed Practical Nurse, 3.9 GPA
2003-2013 Utah State University, Associate of Science
Experiences:
2021-2022 PMHNP Intern & Residency – Impact Mental Health
2021-2022
Doctoral Project- Uintah Basin Healthcare
2020-2021
Psychotherapy Intern- Uintah Basin Healthcare
2020-2021
Interprofessional Hotspotting & Leadership Project Camden Coalition
2020-2021
Caring Connections-
University of Utah
Chun Hwang, MD, FACC
Cardiology (Visiting Physician)
The Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 722-6143
(Co-located with Orthopedics, across from Wound Care in Clinic 2)
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Dr. Hwang specializes in cardiology and electrophysiology.
Dr. Hwang speaks fluent English, Chinese, French, Portuguese and Spanish.
Education
1976-1982: Colegio Objectivo Sao Paulo, University of Brasilia, Brasilia-D.F.
1993-1984: Brazil University Hospital, Brasilia-D.F.
Internship
1987-1988: General Medicine, King-Drew Los Angeles County Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Residency
1988-1989: Junior Assistant, King-Drew Los Angeles County Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
1989-1990: Senior Assistant, King-Drew Los Angeles County Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Fellowship
1985-1987: Hypertension Research, King-Drew/UCLA Hypertension Research Center, Los Angeles, CA
1990-1993: Cardiology & Electrophysiology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center/UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
Certifications
Board Certified in Internal Medicine by The American Board of Internal Medicine
Certified Subspecialty Cardiovascular Disease
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Affiliations
American Heart Association
North American Society of Pacing & Electrophysiology
American College of Cardiology
Utah Medical Association
Assistant Professor of Medicine, UCLA
Brad Jenkins, FNP
UBMC Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N, Suite 202 (South Entrance, Level 2)
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 725-2062
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Brad provides patient care with Dr. Kyler Black. In high school, Brad loved the sciences and knew he wanted to do something to help others as a career. He enjoys providing care to patients of all ages.
Brad and his beautiful wife, Camille, have five children and two grandchildren. Brad grew up in the Uintah Basin and is proud that he has been able to stay here and serve the people of the Basin. He loves vacationing in Utah’s Book Cliffs, and spending time farming, roping, hunting and at bird dog competitions.
Education
Masters Family Nurse Practicitioner, Westminster College, Salt Lake City, UT, Graduated 2009
Bachelors of Nursing, Weber State University, Ogden, UT
Jon Kerr, MD
Emergency Department
Vernal Emergency Department
405 N 500 W
Vernal, UT 84078
Phone: (435) 781-2030
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Dr. Jon Kerr graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine where he also received an MBA in Healthcare Management. Following his emergency medicine residency in Stony Brook, NY, he finished a two year critical care fellowship in Manhasset, NY.
Dr. Kerr enjoys practicing in rural environments and loves the mountains of Utah. During his free time, he loves skiing and riding motorcycles. He is married and has five children.
Dr. Kerr has provided coverage in the Roosevelt Emergency Department for years. We are excited that he will now join us full-time in the new Vernal Emergency Department!
Education
Wilderness Medicine Fellow Candidate Academy of Wilderness Medicine Wilderness Medical Society, SLC, UT
Critical Care Fellowship North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System North Shore University Hospital Manhasset, NY
Emergency Medicine Residency Program Stony Brook University Medical Center, Stony Brook, NY
MD/MBA in Health Care Management Tufts University School of Medicine Boston, MA
B.A. with Honors- Mandarin Chinese Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
A.S. with High Honors- Natural Sciences Utah Valley State College, Orem, UT
Certifications
New York State Medical License
Utah State Medical License
American Board of Emergency Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine
Critical Care Board Eligible
Shalese Killian, NP-C
Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Women’s Health
Uintah Basin Medical Center
250 W 300 N, Clinic 2 Ste 203
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (435) 722-6118
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Shalese Killian is originally from the Uintah Basin. She grew up in Neola, Utah on her family ranch. Shalese has many years of experience working in the medical field. She got her start in high school working with her mother at Parkside Manor (assisted living) in Roosevelt, Utah. After playing several years of college softball, she obtained her Bachelors Degree in Nursing from the University of Utah. She then attended Simmons University in Boston, Massachusetts for their Family Nurse Practitioners program where she obtained her Masters of Science in Nursing.
While going through her bachelors and masters programs, Shalese worked as a registered nurse in the Intensive Care Unit at Uintah Basin Medical Center. After graduating from her Nurse Practitioners program she worked as a provider in the Emergency Department and in the Hospitalist program for 3.5 years caring for those who were acutely and critically ill. She has always enjoyed and been passionate about caring for the people in the community where she was raised.
While not caring for patients, Shalese enjoys spending time with her husband Dyllion, their son Sawyer, as well as with her extended family. She loves spending time outdoors, traveling, boating, wake surfing, doing all things fitness related, mountain biking, softball, playing with her animals, riding horses, and working on their family ranch.
Shalese Killian practices at Uintah Basin Medical Center under Penny Peacock, MD.
Education
Simmons University; Boston, Massachusetts
Master of Science, Nursing 2019
University of Utah; Salt Lake City, Utah
Bachelors of Science, Nursing 2016
Utah State University; Logan, Utah
Associates of Applied Science, Nursing 2015
Colorado Northwestern Community College; Rangely, Colorado
Associate of Science 2013
Larry Kraiss, MD
Vascular Surgery (Visiting Physician)
The Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare
250 W 300 N
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: (801) 581-3495
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Larry W. Kraiss, M.D. is Professor and Chief of the Division of Vascular Surgery at the University of Utah. He is a graduate of Vanguard University of Southern California and Baylor College of Medicine. He took his general and vascular surgical training at the University of Washington in Seattle, where he also spent three years in the vascular biology research laboratory of Dr. Alexander Clowes. He joined the faculty at the University of Utah in 1995, where he established an NIH-funded research laboratory studying translational control in endothelial cells and was named vascular surgery division chief in 2003. He was Director of the Vascular Surgery Fellowship Program at the University of Utah from 2003-2012. He maintains a broad-based vascular surgery practice at the University of Utah.
Dr. Kraiss has twice received teaching awards from the University of Utah general surgery residents (2000 and 2006). He was named the 1997 Wylie Scholar in Academic Vascular Surgery by the Pacific Vascular Research Foundation and received the 1999 von Liebig Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Award from the Lifeline Foundation. He is a regular reviewer for research proposals submitted to the NIH, NASA, and the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS). He serves as Chair of the SVS Research Council and Chair of the Quality Committee of the SVS Patient Safety Organization. In 2013 he became the President of Rocky Mountain Vascular Surgery Society.
Dr. Kraiss sees patients in the Cardiovascular Clinic at the University of Utah Hospital, as well as several outreach clinics, including The Clinic at Uintah Basin Healthcare.
Dr. Kraiss’ appointments in the Basin occur on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.
Education
Doctorate of Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
General & Vascular Surgical Training, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry), Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA
Certification
Board Certified in General Vascular Surgery by The American Board of Surgery
Board Certified in General Surgery by The American Board of Surgery
Awards, Recognition & Affiliations
Vice-Chair of Research, Department of Surgery, University of Utah
Chair, SVS Research Council
Chair, Quality Committee of the SVS Patient Safety Organization
President, Rocky Mountain Vascular Surgery Society, 2013