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Dedicated physicians and healthcare professionals providing coordinated, patient-focused care throughout Blair, Fort Calhoun, Tekamah, and the surrounding region.
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Dedicated physicians and healthcare professionals providing coordinated, patient-focused care throughout Blair, Fort Calhoun, Tekamah, and the surrounding region.
Dr. Baumberger attended medical school and completed her residency at Creighton University. She has special interests in Family Medicine and Obstetrics. She is Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is a member of the Nebraska and American Family Academy of Family Physicians.
In practice since 2006, Dr. Baumberger started with MCH in 2014. The best part of being a family physician in Blair, she says, “is being able to interact with patients of all ages and getting to know entire families as they grow. I’ve also been blessed with delivering many babies in the community.
Dr. Amanda Duxbury attended medical school at the University of South Dakota, Sanford College of Medicine. She completed her residency at the St. Joseph Family Medicine Program in Denver, Colorado. Followed by a Primary Care Maternity Care Fellowship as part of the St. Joseph Family Medicine Program.
Since joining MCH in 2021, Dr. Duxbury has been “helping grow the obstetrics program by bringing in additional expertise and offering patient education to help families be best prepared to bring a new baby home.”
Dr. Duxbury’s hobbies include spending time at her parent’s farm, gardening, attending sporting events, and enjoying time with her husband and two children. She and her family reside in Blair.
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Residency: Lincoln Medical Education Partnership
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Erickson brings a passionate commitment to rural family medicine, and his training specifically addressed the unique needs of smaller communities. As a labor-and-delivery provider, he guides families through pregnancy, childbirth and beyond with compassion and expertise. He strives to make the clinic feel like a trusted partner in health for every stage of life. He values the close-knit nature of the community and enjoys helping residents in Blair and surrounding areas stay healthy and supported.
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine Bioscience
Residency: Siouxland Medical Education Foundation
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Janssen joined the Blair clinic in December 2022 and enjoys the full spectrum of family medicine — treating newborns, busy adults and older generations alike. She finds that no two days are the same and values the variety that family practice offers. With each patient interaction, she seeks to build connections and deliver personalized care. Her generation-spanning approach lets her serve entire families with a consistent, friendly presence.
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Residency: Lincoln Medical Education Partnership
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine with Obstetrics and Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine
Affiliations:
Dr. Mor, originally from Omaha, enjoys helping growing families navigate feeding, sleep and health milestones in a low-stress, supportive environment. As a working mom herself, she brings both professional insight and personal understanding to newborn, infant and well-child care. She takes time to build relationships with each family so care plans reflect their unique needs and lifestyle. Her patient-centered style ensures families feel heard, respected and empowered.
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine
Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Simonson has served the Blair community in family medicine and geriatrics for decades, creating strong bonds with several generations of patients. He values long-term relationships with patients and enjoys helping younger families and older adults alike live healthy, connected lives. With a broad scope of practice and deep roots in the area, he offers stability and continuity in care. His commitment is to treat each patient with the same thoughtful attention he would a member of his own family.
Medical School: University of North Texas Health Science Center
Residency: Ehrling Berquist Clinic at Offutt Air Force Base
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Sisk joined the team in 2020 and brings advanced obstetrics certification along with a passion for caring for whole families — from newborns to grown children. He enjoys guiding mothers and babies through each life stage and building meaningful relationships with his patients over time. His background includes service in uniformed medicine and a focus on family-centered primary care. He treats every patient interaction as part of a larger journey toward health and wellness.
Medical School: Bowman Gray School of Medicine
Certifications: Board Certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants
Affiliations: American Academy of Physician Assistants
Nebraska Academy of Physician Assistants
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Certifications: Board Certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants
Medical School: Des Moines University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Certifications: Board Certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants
Affiliations: American Academy of Physician Assistants
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Certifications: Board Certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical School
Certifications: Board Certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants
Affiliations: American Academy of Physician Assistants
Nebraska Academy of Physician Assistants
Medical School: Union College
Certifications: Board Certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants
Medical School: Western Governors University
Chamberlain University
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center
Medical School: Union College
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center
Medical School: Nebraska Methodist College
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center
Affiliations: American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Certifications: Board Certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants
Affiliations: American Academy of Physician Assistants
Society of Air Force Physician Assistants
Medical School: College of Saint Mary
Certifications: Board Certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants
Medical School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal
Residency: Creighton University School of Medicine
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Certifications: American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine
American Board of Vascular Surgery
Affiliations: American Osteopathic Association
Medical School: Nizam’s Institute Of Medical Sciences Medical School
Residency: Kakatiya University
Certifications: American Osteopathic Board of Family Medicine
American Osteopathic Board of Sports Medicine
Medical School: St. Georges University School Of Medicine Medical School
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Nebraska at Kearney
Certifications: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Medical School: University of Washington
Certifications: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Affiliations: American Academy of Physician Assistants
Medical School: Nebraska Methodist College
Certifications: The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board
Affiliations: American Nurses Association (ANA), American Academy of Nurse Practititoners (AANP), Nebraska Nurses Association (NNA), and Nebraska Nurse Practitioners (NNP)
Medical School: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Creighton University
Bryan College of Health Sciences
Certifications: National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists
Affiliations: American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, Nebraska Association of Nurse Anesthetists
Medical School: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Creighton University
Bryan College of Health Sciences
Certifications: National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists
Affiliations: Nebraska Association of Nurse Anesthetists
Medical School: Bryan College of Health Sciences
Certifications: National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists
Affiliations: Nebraska Association of Nurse Anesthetists
Medical School: Clarkson College
Certifications: National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists
Affiliations: Nebraska Association of Nurse Anesthetists
Certifications: National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists
Certifications: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board
Medical School: Clarkson College
Certifications: Board Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center
Medical School: Creighton University
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Affiliations: CHI, Creighton University
Medical School: Creighton University
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Affiliations: CHI
Jalal Dufani is a Hospital Medicine provider in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Dufani has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Liver Failure, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Gastrostomy, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Affiliations: CHI
Medical School: Chiropractic Institute Of New York
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Affiliations: CHI
Dr. Twethida Oung, MD is an internist in Omaha, NE and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field.
Medical School: Western University Of Health Sciences
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Affiliations: CHI, Creighton University
Artem Ryazantsev is a Hospital Medicine provider. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Emphysema, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.
Medical School: University of Ain Shams Abbasia Faculty of Medicine
Residency: Creighton University
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Affiliations: CHI, Creighton University
Dr. Mohammed Zalabani is a family medicine doctor in Omaha, Nebraska and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Creighton University Medical Center-Bergan Mercy and CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs. He received his medical degree from University of Ain Shams Abbasia Faculty of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. He has expertise in treating diabetes, stroke, among other conditions.
Medical School: University of South Dakota
Certifications: American Academy of Audiology
Affiliations: American Speech Language Hearing Association, Academy of Doctors of Audiology
Eva was born and raised in Omaha, NE and recently moved back to the Omaha area with her husband Robbie, their daughter and their two dogs. When she’s not working she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and watching reality television. Eva’s current interests include working with children and adults in the area of hearing loss assessment and management, hearing aid selection, fitting, and rehabilitation.
Medical School: Creighton University
Residency: Naval Medical Center
Fellowship: Naval Medical Center
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Affiliations: American College of Cardiology
Dr. Stephen O’Connor has over 40 years of experience. Dr. O’Connor frequently treats conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Atherosclerosis, Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Chronic Congestive Heart Failure, Hypertension, Aortic Stenosis, Heart Attack (NSTEMI) and Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction) along with other conditions at varying frequencies.
Medical School: University of Kathmandu
Residency: Cook Hospital
Fellowship: Cook Hospital, St. John Hospital, Oregon Health & Science University
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Affiliations: Creighton University
Medical School: Creighton University
Residency: Creighton University
Fellowship: Creighton University
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Medical School: Clarkson College of Nursing
Certifications: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Medical School: University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Union College
Certifications: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Affiliations: American Academy of Physician Assistants
Brian Herbin PA-C attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and graduated in 1993. In 1998, he obtained his Masters of Education in Athletic Administration.
He graduated from the Union College Physicians Assistant Program in 2002. Following graduation, he worked at Nebraska Orthopedic and Sports Medicine for 15 years. During that time, he worked in various emergency rooms on the weekends. Falls City and Tecumseh were his most recent assignments.
Brian has a strong interest in providing very thorough care for his general medical dermatology patients and is gifted in helping to diagnose challenging skin conditions. He is also well-versed in surgical procedures from his training with Dr. Basler and experience with orthopedic surgery and emergency medicine.
Brian and his wife Wendi, who is a high school math teacher, have 2 children. In his free time, he loves to play fantasy football and has participated in many Lincoln Half-Marathons.
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University
Residency: Case Western Reserve University / Cleveland Medical Center
Certifications: American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Dr. Gary Huang joined ENT Specialists in 2024 after practicing in Ohio. Dr. Huang earned his undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University. He completed his residency in Otolaryngology at Case Western Reserve University / Cleveland Medical Center and is board certified in Otolaryngology / Head and Neck Surgery.
In his practice, Dr. Huang offers a comprehensive range of ENT services, addressing conditions such as chronic sinusitis, nasal obstruction, neck masses, hearing loss, and complex sleep apnea. His expertise includes the use of INSPIRE/hypoglossal nerve stimulators, pharyngeal surgery, and complex otology procedures, such as sleep apnea surgery, cholesteatoma management, middle ear reconstruction, and cochlear implants. He also offers minimally invasive endoscopic ear surgery that does not require any external incisions.
When not practicing medicine, Dr. Huang enjoys spending time with his newborn daughter, cooking, and travel. He grew up in Seattle, WA and is still an avid Seahawks fan.
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee
Certifications: American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Affiliations: Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy
Dr. Kendra Luebke joined ENT Specialists in 2018. Dr. Luebke graduated with distinction from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln with a degree in Biochemistry. She earned her medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, graduating with distinction. She completed her residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee.
Dr Luebke is board certified in Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery. When not practicing medicine, she enjoys spending time with her husband and four children, cooking, golfing, and traveling. Dr. Luebke sees children and adults at our main ENT Specialists, PC, location in Omaha, as well as at Wahoo and Superior NE.
Medical School: University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Residency: Creighton University
Certifications: American Board of Surgery
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Medical School: University of Oklahoma
Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Fellowship: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Affiliations: American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, Nebraska Medical Association, Nebraska Oncology Society, and the Metro Omaha Medical Society
Dr. Dorius received his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma. He completed his internal medicine residency and hematology/oncology fellowship at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, serving as Chief Fellow during his final year of fellowship. He is board certified in medical oncology, hematology, and internal medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, Nebraska Medical Association, Nebraska Oncology Society, and the Metro Omaha Medical Society. Outside of clinics, Dr. Dorius enjoys spending time with his wife and their six children.
Medical School: University of Missouri at Columbia
Residency: Duke University Medical Center
Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center
Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine
Dr. Schwarz received his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Duke University and his fellowship at University of Missouri Columbia. Dr. Schwarz is passionate about empowering his patients through education and support, believing that informed patients are better equipped to make decisions about their health and treatment. He has a strong background in the latest advancements in cancer therapies and is committed to delivering comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of the patient’s journey.
From summer sports injuries to heat safety and preventive care, MCH is here to keep you and your family feeling your best all season long. Whether you need a same-day visit or a routine checkup, we’re ready when you are.
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