Dr. Darren Keiser grew up in Nebraska, graduating from Millard North High School in Omaha. He is the oldest of nine children. He is an Eagle Scout. Dr. Darren Keiser is fluent in Spanish, since returning from a volunteer two-year mission in Guatemala.
He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Brigham Young University. He graduated with High Distinction from The University of Nebraska Medical Center, as one of the top three students in his medical school class. He was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha national medical honor society. He completed his orthopedic residency at the respected Campbell Clinic in Memphis, TN.
Dr. Darren Keiser practiced at the Methodist Physicians Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center from 2003-to 2020. He currently practices at MD West One. He was given the “Outstanding Young Nebraskan” award by the Nebraska Jaycees in 2008. He has been the honored recipient of several “Methodist Meaning of Care” awards. He is a member of the Nebraska Orthopedic Society and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He is also a diplomat of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, passing his recertification exam in the top 93rd percentile of all practicing orthopedic surgeons. Dr. Keiser has dedicated much of his life to helping his patients optimally recover from their orthopedic ailments and works diligently to achieve happy outcomes.
Dr. Keiser is an active volunteer in church, charitable organizations, and the community. He loves spending time with his wife, six children, and grandchildren. He enjoys travel, the outdoors, music, and athletics.
Education:
Residency: University of Tennessee: The Campbell Clinic, Memphis, TN
Internship: Methodist Hospitals, Memphis, TN
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine, Omaha, NE
Undergraduate: Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
Dr. Otterberg graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center/Creighton Orthopedic Foundation. He completed a fellowship in hip and knee replacement from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. He has served as Chief of Staff for Lakeside Hospital in 2015-2016 and 2020. Dr. Otterberg has been on the board of the Mid-America Orthopedic Association since 2009 and served as its president from 2022-2023. He is also active and serves on the board of the Nebraska Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation.
EDUCATION:
Fellowship: Harvard Medical School Massachusetts General Hospital, William H. Harris, M.D. Boston, MA
Residency: Creighton / Nebraska Health Foundation Omaha, NE
Internship: University of Michigan Medical Center Ann Arbor, MI
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI
Undergraduate: Albion College, Albion, MI
After completing her orthopedic residency training at the combined Creighton/ Nebraska Health Foundation Program, Dr. Grier received fellowship training in foot and ankle surgery, with emphasis on foot and ankle trauma and other complex problems involving the foot and ankle, at the Florida Orthopedic Institute in Tampa, Florida.
Dr. Grier’s special interest is in lower extremity trauma and reconstruction. She also participates in a teaching role for the orthopedic residency program.
When not working, Dr. Grier enjoys spending time with family and friends, cross-fit, golf, and reading. She also enjoys watching Creighton athletics and provides orthopedic support and care for Creighton athletes.
“Not every foot and ankle problem requires surgery. I take pride in offering and exhausting non-operative options prior to recommending or proceeding with surgical intervention unless otherwise indicated.”
Education:
Fellowship: Foot & Ankle, Florida orthopedic Institute, Tampa, FL
Residency: Creighton University / University of Nebraska Foundation, Omaha, NE
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, NE
Undergraduate: Carroll College, Helena, MT
Professional Memberships & Certifications:
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society, Member
Jake was born and raised in Clarinda/New Market, IA area. He graduated from Clarinda High School in 1998. Jake has worked in orthopedics for the past 10 years as a Physician Assistant in clinic and surgery. Focusing on total joints, specifically sports medicine. He served in the US Army as a field medic and is an Iraqi War Veteran. He received the Purple Heart, Bronze Star with Valor, an three other Army Commendation medals. After the Army, he attended Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, OK for his undergraduate Biology degree, and then Western Michigan University for his Masters in Medicine, Physician Assistant studies.
In his free time, Jake enjoys spending time with his wife, Desiree, and their two boys. They enjoy fishing, camping, and the outdoors.
