Jennifer Lundgren’s primary focus is mental health care in rural settings. She is a professional member of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association and International Nurses Society on Addiction. Outside of working at Shenandoah Medical Center, Jennifer enjoys traveling with family, gardening, and hiking.
Dr. Abdi is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Medical School. He completed his residency in Radiation Oncology at Queen’s University Academic Health Science Centre, where he served as chief resident. While there, he earned the Michael and Betty Dicketts Scholarship due to his commitment in medical education of both medical students and residents.
Dr. Abdi has been practicing in Iowa since 2019. He currently serves as President of University of Minnesota Medical School Alumni Board where he advocates for rural physicians in the Midwest and mentorship for medical students.
Dr. Abdi also has a passion for the betterment of his career, as he still participates in research. He currently is the associate editor at Advances in Radiation Oncology for the past four years and will be present at ASTRO in 2023. He is proficient in a wide range of advanced treatment techniques.
Besides all his passions at work, Dr. Abdi enjoys spending time on his hobby farm with his family. He enjoys rescuing horses and caring for his five cats. They enjoy biking, camping, and exploring national parks together, as well.
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.
Dr. Melody Stone specializes in treating medical and cosmetic conditions of the skin, hair, and nails. Her greatest satisfaction is derived from knowing that along with her staff, she has helped her patients by providing the highest standard of care with a warm smile and a compassionate touch.
Dr. Stone is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of MOHS Surgery and the Kansas and Missouri Dermatological Societies. She has also performed dermatology research at Yale University, publishing many journal articles and chapters for dermatology textbooks.
Education
Medical School
University of Missouri Internal Medicine
Internship
Brown University
Residency
Dermatology, McGill University
Preceptorship
Mohs Surgery, Kansas City
Board Certification
Dermatology
Dr. Vogel specializes in Endovascular, Dialysis and Venous Procedures.
Education
Medical School
Creighton University School of Medicine, 2004
Internship
Creighton University School of Medicine, 2005
Residency
General Surgery, Mount Carmel Saint Ann's Hospital, 2009
Fellowship
Vascular Surgery, Jobst Vascular Institute, 2011
Board Certification
Vascular Surgery
Certifications
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
Registered Physician of Vascular Interpretation (RPVI)
Shannon is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 6 years of experience as a nurse practitioner and has been a nurse since 2007. Her practice has been focused on the child and adolescent populations including both inpatient and outpatient services. Shannon has been with Children’s Hospital & Medical Center since June 2021 and is looking forward to working with kids in Southwest Iowa.
Education
Graduate School
Nurse Practitioner, University of Nebraska Medical Center
Keith DeFini, PA-C, is a Physician Assistant specializing in Neurosurgery with Dr. Keith R. Lodhia at MD West ONE, formerly Midwest Neurosurgery.
Keith's background in sports is what inspired his journey into medicine. He enjoys the problem-solving and provider-patient care perspective of medicine. After graduating, Keith started his career in orthopedics, practiced for 15 years. Afterward, he joined our practice at MD West One, formerly Midwest Neurosurgery, and began working alongside Dr. Keith Lodhia, Neurosurgery & Spine Specialist. He has been practicing with Dr. Lodhia for six years now.
When Keith is not providing patient care, he enjoys spending time with his family and being involved at this local church.
Education
Graduate School
Master of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Nebraska Medical Center
Undergraduate School
Bachelor in Exercise Science and Pre-Med, Creighton University
Dr. Blount joined our Specialty Clinic in August of 2022. She is excited to provide subspecialty endocrine care to rural patients.
Education
Medical School
UNMC College of Medicine, 2016
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, 2019
Fellowship
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Washington University School of Medicine, 2022
