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Care Philosophy: I believe as a Family Physician I am a partner with patients to help them achieve their optimal health. I agree that the team effort of a great office staff, a motivated patient, and myself can work together to achieve that health. I see my specific job to be one of a diagnostician, a teacher, a good communicator, and an encourager. I hope to work with patients over the spectrum of their entire life to help them in and through every stage of life.

Biography: Dr. Stacy Blum was born and raised in Nebraska. She completed her undergraduate studies at Wayne State College, her medical training at the University of Nebraska and her residency in Mason City, Iowa through the University of Iowa. Dr. Blum enjoys patients of all ages, but especially enjoys getting to know her patients and their families. She enjoys watching and guiding them through the various stages of life. Personal areas of interest include watching her children grow, water sports, exercise, travel and being outdoors.

Biography: Dr. Michelle Ellis earned her medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. She completed her residency in the Lincoln Family Practice Program. Dr. Ellis is active in her church, has served on multiple committees via The Physician Network and Saint Elizabeth Regional Medical Center and is serving on the Board at the Child Advocacy Center. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, music, movies and spending time with her family.

Biography: Dr. Michael Powell, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Lincoln, NE. He is 38 years old. Dr. Michael Powell, MD is affiliated with CHI Health St. Elizabeth.

Care Philosophy: Health care is changing, and CHI Health promises to change it for the better. In fact, we started embracing new ways to keep you well more than 10 years ago. It's called value-based care, built on the belief that prescribing a healthier lifestyle is better than prescribing a lot of pills. That's why we're building a network where doctors, clinics and hospitals work closely to organize your care for the best possible outcome. We're doing what's right for our patients, to mend what's broken and restore your faith in health care.

Biography: Dr. Church earned her medical degree, a Doctor of Osteopathy, at Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in family medicine at Clarkson Family Medicine in Omaha. Dr Church is a member of the Arnold P. Gold Humanism Honor Society. A Doctor of Osteopathy completes the same medical training as a physician with an M.D. degree, but has undergone extra training in diagnosing illness and injury and encouraging the body to heal itself through osteopathic manipulative treatment, a hands-on approach to preventive medicine.

Biography: Dr. Nikhil Jagan, MB BS is a Pulmonology Specialist who practices in Council Bluffs, IA. He is 37 years old. Dr. Nikhil Jagan, MB BS is affiliated with CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs.

Biography: Dr. Gonzales received his undergraduate degrees from New Mexico State University his medical degree from Stanford University and did his Internal Medicine training at the University of Texas in San Antonio. During his career at the University of New Mexico where he was a long-time faculty member Dr. Gonzales served as a clinician teacher researcher and administrator. Dr. Gonzales joins CHI Health and Creighton to advance primary care and to serve our patients and learners. He is the Chief of General Internal Medicine at Creighton University.Dr. Gonzales is accepting new patients at the Internal Medicine Clinic on the 3rd floor at CHI Health Clinic Internal Medicine (Bergan).Dr. Gonzales contributes to the CHI Health Better You Blog. "

Care Philosophy: Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, & related conditions through personalized Psychiatry & Therapy services available to all 50 states. Appointments are available in as little as 24 hours - including evening, night, & weekend availability. Recently named the "Best online psychiatry service of 2024" by Forbes, EverydayHealth, & Yahoo. Brightside Health specializes in depression & anxiety, as well as a wide range of related conditions, including: Bipolar Disorder, Panic Disorder & Attacks, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Postpartum Depression, Social Anxiety, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Insomnia, & Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). *Please note Brightside can treat ADHD but does not offer diagnoses or controlled substances for the treatment of ADHD, such as Adderall. Brightside also cannot treat Schizophrenia, or any symptoms of psychosis

Biography: Dr. Brett Meyer was raised in Deshler a rural farming community in south-central Nebraska. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and attended medical school and residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. At UNMC his residency included the Advanced Rural Training Program which provided an extra training to conduct C-Sections (OB/GYN) colonoscopies and EGDS at CHI Health St. Mary's.Dr. Meyer enjoys patients in all stages of life but especially children and families. In his free time he enjoys time with his wife and two young children as well as golfing hunting woodworking and farming.