Dr. Kara Anderson
Family Practice
Dr. Kara Anderson
Family Practice
Dr. Anderson earned her medical degree from the University of Utah before completing her Family Medicine Residency at Ventura County Family Medicine Residency, where she received broad training in outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and trauma care. She is board-certified in family medicine and provides comprehensive, full-spectrum care for patients of all ages. She has extensive training in preventive medicine, chronic disease management, pediatrics, hospital medicine, emergency medicine, addiction medicine, and behavioral health.
Dr. Anderson is passionate about partnering with patients to achieve their health goals through evidence-based, compassionate care. She performs a wide range of office and hospital procedures including skin biopsies, joint injections, pap smears, lumbar punctures, thoracentesis, paracentesis, central venous access, and other bedside procedures. Her training in trauma and critical care allows her to care for patients with both routine and complex medical needs, with a special interest in serving rural and underserved communities. Hobbies and interests include running, mountain biking, reading and spending time with her family.
Dr. Anderson earned her medical degree from the University of Utah before completing her Family Medicine Residency at Ventura County Family Medicine Residency, where she received broad training in outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and trauma care. She is board-certified in family medicine and provides comprehensive, full-spectrum care for patients of all ages. She has extensive training in preventive medicine, chronic disease management, pediatrics, hospital medicine, emergency medicine, addiction medicine, and behavioral health.
Dr. Anderson is passionate about partnering with patients to achieve their health goals through evidence-based, compassionate care. She performs a wide range of office and hospital procedures including skin biopsies, joint injections, pap smears, lumbar punctures, thoracentesis, paracentesis, central venous access, and other bedside procedures. Her training in trauma and critical care allows her to care for patients with both routine and complex medical needs, with a special interest in serving rural and underserved communities. Hobbies and interests include running, mountain biking, reading and spending time with her family.
Dr. Anderson earned her medical degree from the University of Utah before completing her Family Medicine Residency at Ventura County Family Medicine Residency, where she received broad training in outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and trauma care. She is board-certified in family medicine and provides comprehensive, full-spectrum care for patients of all ages. She has extensive training in preventive medicine, chronic disease management, pediatrics, hospital medicine, emergency medicine, addiction medicine, and behavioral health.
Dr. Anderson is passionate about partnering with patients to achieve their health goals through evidence-based, compassionate care. She performs a wide range of office and hospital procedures including skin biopsies, joint injections, pap smears, lumbar punctures, thoracentesis, paracentesis, central venous access, and other bedside procedures. Her training in trauma and critical care allows her to care for patients with both routine and complex medical needs, with a special interest in serving rural and underserved communities. Hobbies and interests include running, mountain biking, reading and spending time with her family.
Dr. Zeb Crofts
Family Practice
Dr. Zeb Crofts
Family Practice
Dr. Zeb Crofts is a board-certified family medicine physician who provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages at San Juan Health. He has a special interest in osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), offering hands-on treatment for adolescents and young adults experiencing musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Dr. Crofts provides care for sports injuries, well-child visits, and pediatric concerns. As part of his family medicine practice, Dr. Crofts offers CDL physicals, toenail removal, nerve conduction studies, IUD and Nexplanon placements. Dr. Crofts also evaluates and treats a variety of skin conditions and preforms biopsies and excisions in office as part of his family medicine practice.
Dr. Crofts earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his Family Medicine Residency in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is board certified in family medicine. His approach to care emphasizes whole-person health, recognizing the interconnectedness of the body’s systems and supporting the body’s natural ability to heal. He is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and developing personalized treatment plans that promote long-term health and wellness.
Outside of work, Dr. Crofts enjoys traveling, food, shooting, hunting, and spending time with his wife and four children. He also enjoys the challenge of raising and caring for his own animals.
Dr. Zeb Crofts is a board-certified family medicine physician who provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages at San Juan Health. He has a special interest in osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), offering hands-on treatment for adolescents and young adults experiencing musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Dr. Crofts provides care for sports injuries, well-child visits, and pediatric concerns. As part of his family medicine practice, Dr. Crofts offers CDL physicals, toenail removal, nerve conduction studies, IUD and Nexplanon placements. Dr. Crofts also evaluates and treats a variety of skin conditions and preforms biopsies and excisions in office as part of his family medicine practice.
Dr. Crofts earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his Family Medicine Residency in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is board certified in family medicine. His approach to care emphasizes whole-person health, recognizing the interconnectedness of the body’s systems and supporting the body’s natural ability to heal. He is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and developing personalized treatment plans that promote long-term health and wellness.
Outside of work, Dr. Crofts enjoys traveling, food, shooting, hunting, and spending time with his wife and four children. He also enjoys the challenge of raising and caring for his own animals.
Dr. Zeb Crofts is a board-certified family medicine physician who provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages at San Juan Health. He has a special interest in osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), offering hands-on treatment for adolescents and young adults experiencing musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Dr. Crofts provides care for sports injuries, well-child visits, and pediatric concerns. As part of his family medicine practice, Dr. Crofts offers CDL physicals, toenail removal, nerve conduction studies, IUD and Nexplanon placements. Dr. Crofts also evaluates and treats a variety of skin conditions and preforms biopsies and excisions in office as part of his family medicine practice.
Dr. Crofts earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his Family Medicine Residency in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is board certified in family medicine. His approach to care emphasizes whole-person health, recognizing the interconnectedness of the body’s systems and supporting the body’s natural ability to heal. He is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and developing personalized treatment plans that promote long-term health and wellness.
Outside of work, Dr. Crofts enjoys traveling, food, shooting, hunting, and spending time with his wife and four children. He also enjoys the challenge of raising and caring for his own animals.
Nicole Fox
Physician Assistant
Nicole Fox
Physician Assistant
Nicole Fox is a Physician Assistant who enjoys practicing rural family medicine, with a particular passion for obesity and weight management, preventive health, and women’s healthcare. She earned her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Utah in 2018, after completing her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from The George Washington University. Before becoming a PA, Nicole worked internationally in public health in the Philippines, Cambodia, Singapore, and India.
Nicole is the current secretary of PAs in Obesity Medicine. She was a 2020–2021 PA Foundation Nutrition Fellow and completed the American Academy of Physician Associates Obesity Management in Primary Care Certificate Program in 2022. She has lectured on obesity medicine at multiple national conferences, contributed to educational learning modules with the AAPA, serves as adjunct faculty for the University of Utah, and volunteers at the Moab Free Clinic. Outside of medicine, Nicole enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and can often be found trail running, mountain biking, or playing with her dog and chickens.
Nicole Fox is a Physician Assistant who enjoys practicing rural family medicine, with a particular passion for obesity and weight management, preventive health, and women’s healthcare. She earned her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Utah in 2018, after completing her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from The George Washington University. Before becoming a PA, Nicole worked internationally in public health in the Philippines, Cambodia, Singapore, and India.
Nicole is the current secretary of PAs in Obesity Medicine. She was a 2020–2021 PA Foundation Nutrition Fellow and completed the American Academy of Physician Associates Obesity Management in Primary Care Certificate Program in 2022. She has lectured on obesity medicine at multiple national conferences, contributed to educational learning modules with the AAPA, serves as adjunct faculty for the University of Utah, and volunteers at the Moab Free Clinic. Outside of medicine, Nicole enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and can often be found trail running, mountain biking, or playing with her dog and chickens.
Nicole Fox is a Physician Assistant who enjoys practicing rural family medicine, with a particular passion for obesity and weight management, preventive health, and women’s healthcare. She earned her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Utah in 2018, after completing her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from The George Washington University. Before becoming a PA, Nicole worked internationally in public health in the Philippines, Cambodia, Singapore, and India.
Nicole is the current secretary of PAs in Obesity Medicine. She was a 2020–2021 PA Foundation Nutrition Fellow and completed the American Academy of Physician Associates Obesity Management in Primary Care Certificate Program in 2022. She has lectured on obesity medicine at multiple national conferences, contributed to educational learning modules with the AAPA, serves as adjunct faculty for the University of Utah, and volunteers at the Moab Free Clinic. Outside of medicine, Nicole enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and can often be found trail running, mountain biking, or playing with her dog and chickens.
Alana Freeman
Physician Assistant
Alana Freeman
Physician Assistant
Alana Freeman is a Physician Assistant with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare. She provides emergency care coverage at San Juan Health, treating patients of all ages with a variety of emergent and urgent conditions. Alana is committed to ensuring patients receive high-quality care close to home and help coordinate transfers when a higher level of care or specialty services are needed.
Alana served her country for 20 years in the U.S. Army. During her military service, she earned her master’s degree through the Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP). She later earned her Doctorate of Medical Science from Lincoln Memorial University. Outside of work, Alana enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and reading.
Alana Freeman is a Physician Assistant with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare. She provides emergency care coverage at San Juan Health, treating patients of all ages with a variety of emergent and urgent conditions. Alana is committed to ensuring patients receive high-quality care close to home and help coordinate transfers when a higher level of care or specialty services are needed.
Alana served her country for 20 years in the U.S. Army. During her military service, she earned her master’s degree through the Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP). She later earned her Doctorate of Medical Science from Lincoln Memorial University. Outside of work, Alana enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and reading.
Alana Freeman is a Physician Assistant with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare. She provides emergency care coverage at San Juan Health, treating patients of all ages with a variety of emergent and urgent conditions. Alana is committed to ensuring patients receive high-quality care close to home and help coordinate transfers when a higher level of care or specialty services are needed.
Alana served her country for 20 years in the U.S. Army. During her military service, she earned her master’s degree through the Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP). She later earned her Doctorate of Medical Science from Lincoln Memorial University. Outside of work, Alana enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and reading.
Kris Hiatt
Family Nurse Practitioner
Kris Hiatt
Family Nurse Practitioner
Kris Hiatt, Family Nurse Practitioner, provides urgent care and primary care for patients of all ages. Kris focuses on preventive care, wellness visits, acute illness, chronic disease management and patient education. Kris values evidence-based practice, listening to patients, working with patients to create individual care plans to help patients achieve their health goals and support long term well-being.
Kris earned a nursing degree from Southern Utah University and a graduate degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Eastern Kentucky University. Outside of work, Kris enjoys cycling, calisthenics, and spending time with family.
Kris Hiatt, Family Nurse Practitioner, provides urgent care and primary care for patients of all ages. Kris focuses on preventive care, wellness visits, acute illness, chronic disease management and patient education. Kris values evidence-based practice, listening to patients, working with patients to create individual care plans to help patients achieve their health goals and support long term well-being.
Kris earned a nursing degree from Southern Utah University and a graduate degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Eastern Kentucky University. Outside of work, Kris enjoys cycling, calisthenics, and spending time with family.
Kris Hiatt, Family Nurse Practitioner, provides urgent care and primary care for patients of all ages. Kris focuses on preventive care, wellness visits, acute illness, chronic disease management and patient education. Kris values evidence-based practice, listening to patients, working with patients to create individual care plans to help patients achieve their health goals and support long term well-being.
Kris earned a nursing degree from Southern Utah University and a graduate degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Eastern Kentucky University. Outside of work, Kris enjoys cycling, calisthenics, and spending time with family.
Dr. Kelly Jeppesen
Family Practice + OB
Dr. Kelly Jeppesen
Family Practice + OB
Dr. Kelly Jeppesen is a board-certified family physician providing full-spectrum care for patients of all ages. He was drawn to family medicine because of the breadth of the specialty and the opportunity to care for a wide variety of medical needs, from common illnesses and injuries to complex medical conditions. His clinical interests include acute care, procedures, obstetrics (including cesarean delivery), inpatient medicine, and caring for medically complex and critically ill patients. Dr. Jeppesen completed his medical degree and Master of Public Health at The Ohio State University and his family medicine residency at McKay-Dee Hospital, where he received broad training in full-spectrum family medicine. He continues to bring that comprehensive approach to caring for patients in rural Utah, including serving patients in both clinic and hospital settings.
Dr. Jeppesen believes that listening is one of the most important parts of medicine. He takes time to understand his patients' concerns and perspectives, working together to develop practical, evidence-based plans that improve health and quality of life. He enjoys teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, helping future physicians develop the skills and perspective needed to provide comprehensive care. He also values connecting with patients from diverse backgrounds and is able to provide medical care in Spanish. Outside of medicine, he enjoys exploring the outdoors through adventures in the desert, mountains, rivers, and trails, and spending time with his children as they pursue their own interests and passions.
Dr. Kelly Jeppesen is a board-certified family physician providing full-spectrum care for patients of all ages. He was drawn to family medicine because of the breadth of the specialty and the opportunity to care for a wide variety of medical needs, from common illnesses and injuries to complex medical conditions. His clinical interests include acute care, procedures, obstetrics (including cesarean delivery), inpatient medicine, and caring for medically complex and critically ill patients. Dr. Jeppesen completed his medical degree and Master of Public Health at The Ohio State University and his family medicine residency at McKay-Dee Hospital, where he received broad training in full-spectrum family medicine. He continues to bring that comprehensive approach to caring for patients in rural Utah, including serving patients in both clinic and hospital settings.
Dr. Jeppesen believes that listening is one of the most important parts of medicine. He takes time to understand his patients' concerns and perspectives, working together to develop practical, evidence-based plans that improve health and quality of life. He enjoys teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, helping future physicians develop the skills and perspective needed to provide comprehensive care. He also values connecting with patients from diverse backgrounds and is able to provide medical care in Spanish. Outside of medicine, he enjoys exploring the outdoors through adventures in the desert, mountains, rivers, and trails, and spending time with his children as they pursue their own interests and passions.
Dr. Kelly Jeppesen is a board-certified family physician providing full-spectrum care for patients of all ages. He was drawn to family medicine because of the breadth of the specialty and the opportunity to care for a wide variety of medical needs, from common illnesses and injuries to complex medical conditions. His clinical interests include acute care, procedures, obstetrics (including cesarean delivery), inpatient medicine, and caring for medically complex and critically ill patients. Dr. Jeppesen completed his medical degree and Master of Public Health at The Ohio State University and his family medicine residency at McKay-Dee Hospital, where he received broad training in full-spectrum family medicine. He continues to bring that comprehensive approach to caring for patients in rural Utah, including serving patients in both clinic and hospital settings.
Dr. Jeppesen believes that listening is one of the most important parts of medicine. He takes time to understand his patients' concerns and perspectives, working together to develop practical, evidence-based plans that improve health and quality of life. He enjoys teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, helping future physicians develop the skills and perspective needed to provide comprehensive care. He also values connecting with patients from diverse backgrounds and is able to provide medical care in Spanish. Outside of medicine, he enjoys exploring the outdoors through adventures in the desert, mountains, rivers, and trails, and spending time with his children as they pursue their own interests and passions.
Dr. Kade Lyman
Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Kade Lyman
Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Kade S. Lyman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine. He is dedicated to helping patients of all ages in southeastern Utah regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love. He specializes in sports medicine, trauma, and joint reconstruction, treating conditions of the shoulder, hip, knee, hand, wrist, elbow, foot and ankle. Procedures he performs include minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, total joint replacements (including hip via the anterior approach, knee, and shoulder), fracture care, carpal tunnel release, trigger finger release, ulnar nerve decompression, and targeted injections for pain relief. Dr. Lyman is passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality care tailored to each patient’s goals, whether they are a competitive athlete, weekend warrior, or community member seeking to stay active in our rural setting.
Dr. Lyman was born and raised in Blanding, Utah. He earned a bachelor’s with honors from Brigham Young University and his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Utah School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles and a fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the Taos Orthopedic Institute. He has served as team physician for the men’s and women’s Downhill World Cup Finals in Courchevel, France (2022) and worked with the US Ski and Snowboard teams. Dr. Lyman has authored and co-authored peer-reviewed publications on multiple topics including shoulder injuries and rotator cuff repair techniques. Outside of work, he enjoys cycling, skiing, hiking, and spending time with his wife and children exploring everything San Juan County has to offer.
Dr. Kade S. Lyman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine. He is dedicated to helping patients of all ages in southeastern Utah regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love. He specializes in sports medicine, trauma, and joint reconstruction, treating conditions of the shoulder, hip, knee, hand, wrist, elbow, foot and ankle. Procedures he performs include minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, total joint replacements (including hip via the anterior approach, knee, and shoulder), fracture care, carpal tunnel release, trigger finger release, ulnar nerve decompression, and targeted injections for pain relief. Dr. Lyman is passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality care tailored to each patient’s goals, whether they are a competitive athlete, weekend warrior, or community member seeking to stay active in our rural setting.
Dr. Lyman was born and raised in Blanding, Utah. He earned a bachelor’s with honors from Brigham Young University and his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Utah School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles and a fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the Taos Orthopedic Institute. He has served as team physician for the men’s and women’s Downhill World Cup Finals in Courchevel, France (2022) and worked with the US Ski and Snowboard teams. Dr. Lyman has authored and co-authored peer-reviewed publications on multiple topics including shoulder injuries and rotator cuff repair techniques. Outside of work, he enjoys cycling, skiing, hiking, and spending time with his wife and children exploring everything San Juan County has to offer.
Dr. Kade S. Lyman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine. He is dedicated to helping patients of all ages in southeastern Utah regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love. He specializes in sports medicine, trauma, and joint reconstruction, treating conditions of the shoulder, hip, knee, hand, wrist, elbow, foot and ankle. Procedures he performs include minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, total joint replacements (including hip via the anterior approach, knee, and shoulder), fracture care, carpal tunnel release, trigger finger release, ulnar nerve decompression, and targeted injections for pain relief. Dr. Lyman is passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality care tailored to each patient’s goals, whether they are a competitive athlete, weekend warrior, or community member seeking to stay active in our rural setting.
Dr. Lyman was born and raised in Blanding, Utah. He earned a bachelor’s with honors from Brigham Young University and his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Utah School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles and a fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the Taos Orthopedic Institute. He has served as team physician for the men’s and women’s Downhill World Cup Finals in Courchevel, France (2022) and worked with the US Ski and Snowboard teams. Dr. Lyman has authored and co-authored peer-reviewed publications on multiple topics including shoulder injuries and rotator cuff repair techniques. Outside of work, he enjoys cycling, skiing, hiking, and spending time with his wife and children exploring everything San Juan County has to offer.
Dr. Chesy Nichols
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Chesy Nichols
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Chesy Nichols is a board-certified pediatric emergency medicine physician who provides emergency care for patients of all ages at San Juan Health. She cares for patients experiencing sudden illnesses, injuries, trauma, and life-threatening medical emergencies. As Emergency Department Medical Director, Dr. Nichols is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care and improving emergency services for the community.
Dr. Nichols earned her medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine, completed her pediatrics residency at the University of Utah, and completed a fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at the University of California San Diego and Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego. She also serves as the EMS Medical Director for San Juan County and volunteers with the county's Search and Rescue team. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, trail running, baking sourdough bread, and spending time outdoors.
Dr. Chesy Nichols is a board-certified pediatric emergency medicine physician who provides emergency care for patients of all ages at San Juan Health. She cares for patients experiencing sudden illnesses, injuries, trauma, and life-threatening medical emergencies. As Emergency Department Medical Director, Dr. Nichols is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care and improving emergency services for the community.
Dr. Nichols earned her medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine, completed her pediatrics residency at the University of Utah, and completed a fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at the University of California San Diego and Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego. She also serves as the EMS Medical Director for San Juan County and volunteers with the county's Search and Rescue team. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, trail running, baking sourdough bread, and spending time outdoors.
Dr. Chesy Nichols is a board-certified pediatric emergency medicine physician who provides emergency care for patients of all ages at San Juan Health. She cares for patients experiencing sudden illnesses, injuries, trauma, and life-threatening medical emergencies. As Emergency Department Medical Director, Dr. Nichols is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care and improving emergency services for the community.
Dr. Nichols earned her medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine, completed her pediatrics residency at the University of Utah, and completed a fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at the University of California San Diego and Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego. She also serves as the EMS Medical Director for San Juan County and volunteers with the county's Search and Rescue team. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, trail running, baking sourdough bread, and spending time outdoors.
Dr. Michael Nielson
Family Practice
Dr. Michael Nielson
Family Practice
Dr. Andrew Salim
General Surgeon
Dr. Andrew Salim
General Surgeon
McKay Sparks
Family Nurse Practitioner
McKay Sparks
Family Nurse Practitioner
J. McKay Sparks is a Family Nurse Practitioner who provides primary and preventive care for patients of all ages, including infants, children, adults, and geriatric patients. She also performs commercial driver’s license (CDL) medical exams and speaks Spanish.
McKay earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from BYU-Idaho and her Master of Science in Nursing from Gonzaga University. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, running, swimming, and spending time with her husband and two children.
J. McKay Sparks is a Family Nurse Practitioner who provides primary and preventive care for patients of all ages, including infants, children, adults, and geriatric patients. She also performs commercial driver’s license (CDL) medical exams and speaks Spanish.
McKay earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from BYU-Idaho and her Master of Science in Nursing from Gonzaga University. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, running, swimming, and spending time with her husband and two children.
J. McKay Sparks is a Family Nurse Practitioner who provides primary and preventive care for patients of all ages, including infants, children, adults, and geriatric patients. She also performs commercial driver’s license (CDL) medical exams and speaks Spanish.
McKay earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from BYU-Idaho and her Master of Science in Nursing from Gonzaga University. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, running, swimming, and spending time with her husband and two children.
Lauren Wells
Physician Assistant
Lauren Wells
Physician Assistant
Lauren Wells, PA-C, DMSc provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages at Monticello and Blanding clinics. She focuses on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, the diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, and the management of common mental health conditions. Lauren enjoys caring for patients across all stages of life and partnering with them to achieve their health goals through personalized, evidence-based care. She is committed to building lasting relationships with her patients and providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals and families throughout southeastern Utah.
Lauren earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies and Doctor of Medical Science degrees from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Before becoming a physician assistant, she worked as a medical assistant in family medicine, where she discovered her passion for primary care. Outside of the clinic, Lauren enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, including hiking, mountain biking, running, and exploring the beautiful landscapes of southeastern Utah.
Lauren Wells, PA-C, DMSc provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages at Monticello and Blanding clinics. She focuses on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, the diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, and the management of common mental health conditions. Lauren enjoys caring for patients across all stages of life and partnering with them to achieve their health goals through personalized, evidence-based care. She is committed to building lasting relationships with her patients and providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals and families throughout southeastern Utah.
Lauren earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies and Doctor of Medical Science degrees from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Before becoming a physician assistant, she worked as a medical assistant in family medicine, where she discovered her passion for primary care. Outside of the clinic, Lauren enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, including hiking, mountain biking, running, and exploring the beautiful landscapes of southeastern Utah.
Lauren Wells, PA-C, DMSc provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages at Monticello and Blanding clinics. She focuses on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, the diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, and the management of common mental health conditions. Lauren enjoys caring for patients across all stages of life and partnering with them to achieve their health goals through personalized, evidence-based care. She is committed to building lasting relationships with her patients and providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals and families throughout southeastern Utah.
Lauren earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies and Doctor of Medical Science degrees from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Before becoming a physician assistant, she worked as a medical assistant in family medicine, where she discovered her passion for primary care. Outside of the clinic, Lauren enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, including hiking, mountain biking, running, and exploring the beautiful landscapes of southeastern Utah.
Dr. Jeanne Wigant
Family Practice + OB
Dr. Jeanne Wigant
Family Practice + OB
Dr. Jeanne Wigant is a dually board-certified Family Medicine and High-Risk Obstetrics physician who provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages at San Juan Health. From contraception to menopause and everything along the way, Dr. Wigant specializes in Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology providing the full spectrum of care throughout a woman’s life. She provides prenatal care, labor and delivery, hormone replacement therapy, pessary management, preventive services, and treatment of acute and chronic medical conditions. She has also become a local resource for complex gynecologic care that would historically have been made to travel out of our area for care. Dr. Wigant is dedicated to building lasting relationships with her patients and supporting them through every stage of life.
Dr. Wigant earned her medical degree from Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, completed her family medicine residency at McKay-Dee Hospital, and completed an obstetrics and maternal health fellowship at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and expanding access to high-quality women’s health and obstetric services for the rural communities she serves. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, thrifting, and attending concerts.
Dr. Jeanne Wigant is a dually board-certified Family Medicine and High-Risk Obstetrics physician who provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages at San Juan Health. From contraception to menopause and everything along the way, Dr. Wigant specializes in Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology providing the full spectrum of care throughout a woman’s life. She provides prenatal care, labor and delivery, hormone replacement therapy, pessary management, preventive services, and treatment of acute and chronic medical conditions. She has also become a local resource for complex gynecologic care that would historically have been made to travel out of our area for care. Dr. Wigant is dedicated to building lasting relationships with her patients and supporting them through every stage of life.
Dr. Wigant earned her medical degree from Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, completed her family medicine residency at McKay-Dee Hospital, and completed an obstetrics and maternal health fellowship at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and expanding access to high-quality women’s health and obstetric services for the rural communities she serves. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, thrifting, and attending concerts.
Dr. Jeanne Wigant is a dually board-certified Family Medicine and High-Risk Obstetrics physician who provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages at San Juan Health. From contraception to menopause and everything along the way, Dr. Wigant specializes in Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology providing the full spectrum of care throughout a woman’s life. She provides prenatal care, labor and delivery, hormone replacement therapy, pessary management, preventive services, and treatment of acute and chronic medical conditions. She has also become a local resource for complex gynecologic care that would historically have been made to travel out of our area for care. Dr. Wigant is dedicated to building lasting relationships with her patients and supporting them through every stage of life.
Dr. Wigant earned her medical degree from Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, completed her family medicine residency at McKay-Dee Hospital, and completed an obstetrics and maternal health fellowship at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and expanding access to high-quality women’s health and obstetric services for the rural communities she serves. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, thrifting, and attending concerts.