OUR STAFF

Dr. Elizabeth Stoebe was born and raised in Fort Dodge. She attended Sacred Heart Grade School and graduated from Saint Edmond High School. Dr. Stoebe graduated with an associate’s degree in nursing from Iowa Central Community College, and she received her bachelor’s in nursing from Grandview College in Des Moines, IA. She worked as a nurse in Surgical ICU and the emergency department at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines. She graduated from University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Science in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Stoebe did family practice in Humboldt, Mason City, and Fort Dodge, and is board certified in family practice. Dr. Stoebe serves as the CMO of CHCFD. She is married to Kurt Stoebe, and they have two sons, John and Michael.

Dr. Janet Secor graduated from Fort Dodge Senior High, received her master’s degree in Spanish at the University of Northern Iowa, and her D.O. degree at the College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery in Des Moines. She began practice as a business partner of Sara Sutton, D.O. for six years, and then was in solo practice for five years. Dr. Secor joined Trimark Family Practice Group for around 15 years, then joined Community Health Center of Fort Dodge and retired from office practice in July of 2014. Dr. Secor still visits nursing homes and does occasional house calls. Her hobbies include gardening, bicycling, singing, history, and camping, along with various community activities.

Julie Beehler is a South Dakota native who has called Spencer, IA home since 2000. She holds an Associate of Arts in Nursing from the University of South Dakota (1996) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Iowa (2003). In 2007, she earned a Master of Science in Nursing, specializing as a Family Nurse Practitioner, from South Dakota State University. Julie is board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). With 18 years of experience, Julie has worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner in both emergency and primary care. Julie has also served as an adjunct nursing professor for Iowa Lakes Community College and as an instructor in Family Medicine for the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science.  Julie was part of the team that helped establish the Greater Sioux Community Health Center in Sioux Center, IA, now known as Promise Community Health Center.  Julie and her husband, Jade, have three children. Outside of work, Julie enjoys swimming, biking, reading, and spending time at the lake, as well as attending sporting events.  Julie is passionate about health promotion, prevention, and the care of acute and chronic illnesses. She welcomes patients of all ages and is certified in DOT, ATLS, ACLS, BLS, and Nexplanon. 

Lisa Chase has been a certified family nurse practitioner with Community Health Center of Fort Dodge/Eagle Grove since 2012. She attended Graceland University and completed her clinical rotations in family practice, geriatrics, and pediatrics. Prior to completing her degree to practice, she worked as a registered nurse for several years in medical surgery, emergency department, orthopedics, and gynecology. Lisa enjoys seeing patients of all ages for health promotion, prevention, and care of acute and chronic illness. In her personal time, she enjoys traveling and family fun with her husband, Mike, and two sons, Cael and Porter.

Jessica Doolittle is a Family Nurse Practitioner at Community Health Center of Fort Dodge, bringing 20 years of diverse nursing experience to our team. She graduated from Southeast Webster in Burnside in 2000, then earned an Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Iowa Central Community College in 2004. Jessica went on to earn both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University, becoming a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner in 2024. A significant portion of her clinical training took place here at Community Health Center and at Van Diest Medical Center’s clinic.  Throughout her career, Jessica has worked in various specialties, including med-surg, hospice, and surgery. The past 15 years were spent as a surgical nurse and traveling nurse.  In her free time, Jessica enjoys spending quality time with her son, Christian, as well as with her mom, siblings, extended family, and friends. She also enjoys reading, singing, and traveling. 

Ann Feser, ARNP, joined the Community Health Center of Fort Dodge in December 2016. She graduated from Denison High School in 1993 and attended Iowa Methodist School of Nursing, graduating in 1997. Ann has worked in various fields of nursing during her career, including medical surgical, intensive care, cardiology, and emergency department. Ann completed her bachelor’s in nursing through Kaplan University. She attended the University of Cincinnati completing her master’s in nursing and nurse practitioner degree in 2012. Ann is a certified family nurse practitioner through AANP. She has worked in family practice and urgent care since starting her nurse practitioner career. Ann moved to Fort Dodge in 2007 with her husband, Jeff, and her daughters, Kaley and Taryn. In her personal time, she enjoys reading and spending time with family and friends. She welcomes patients of all ages for health promotion, prevention, and care of acute and chronic illnesses.

Jennifer Pudenz, ARNP joined Community Health Center-Fort Dodge in January 2021. She received her nursing degree from Trinity College of Nursing, Moline, IL in 2000. Over the years she has worked in a variety of clinic settings including: medical/surgical intensive care, neonatal intensive care and newborn nursery. She obtained her Master’s of Science in Nursing from Clarkson College Omaha, NE in 2012 and is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. As a nurse practitioner she has worked mainly in family practice setting caring for patients of all ages, as well as urgent care. She has also worked as a massage therapist. She is married and has four children. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.

Tayler Rasch is a certified family nurse practitioner with Community Health Center of Fort Dodge, joining the team in November 2022. Tayler is a Fort Dodge area native having been born and raised in Manson, Iowa. She attended Iowa Central Community College where she received her associates degree before attending Chamberlain University to complete her BSN and FNP. Prior to completing her degree to practice, she worked as a primary care nurse and taught Health Science for Fort Dodge Senior High School. She was also an educator with Iowa Central Community College where she taught Certified Nursing Assistants as well as clinical instruction. Tayler enjoys seeing patients of all ages for health promotion, prevention, and care of acute and chronic illness. In her free time, she enjoys simply spending time with her family and friends. She and her husband Landon share three children.

Bailey is a North Iowa native; born and raised in Charles City. She has over a decade of experience caring for patients in a variety of health settings such as family medicine, pediatrics, OBGYN, emergency medicine, cardiac step-down, and post-surgical units. She received her associate degree in nursing from North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City in 2013. Bailey went on to receive her Bachelor of Science in nursing degree from Walden University in 2018 and her MSN-FNP (Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner) from Walden University in 2022 She and her husband of 16 years, Ben, have 4 children and 3 dogs. They enjoy spending time cheering on their kids in their various athletic activities. When the weather is warm you can find the Schutz family doing anything and everything outdoors such as biking, hiking, kayaking, and fishing. As a Family Nurse Practitioner, Bailey cares for patients of all ages for health promotion, prevention, and care of acute and chronic illness at our Mason City location.

Sandra Rohr, ARNP, has built a distinguished career spanning over three decades, earning a reputation for excellence, strategic vision, and transformative leadership. She has consistently shown a strong commitment to innovation, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact, contributing significantly to both the private and public sectors. Sandra's journey into nursing began after she married and had three boys. To support her family, she took a job as a CNA at a care center and discovered her passion for caring for elderly and nursing. With her children in school, she pursued education as an EMT while working at a bone factory, where she could ride the ambulance during the day. When her family moved to Cedar Rapids, she continued her nursing education at UIHC and later transferred to Mount Mercy University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in nursing. Over the next several years, Sandra worked in various hospital departments, including ICU, CCU, Recovery, and Surgical, where she developed a passion for Wound Ostomy and Continence (WOC) nursing. She expanded her knowledge by joining Care Pro Services, an employee-owned company offering home care, IV infusion, pharmacy support, integrative health, compounding, and medical supplies.  While working for CarePro, Sandra pursued her WOC nurse specialist education at WEB WOC Nursing Education Program through Metro State University, Minneapolis, MN. She has maintained her national certification in wounds, ostomies, and continence (CWOCN) since 2006, a field she continues to love. Sandra has provided services to numerous care centers, smaller hospitals, wound centers, and GI offices. Recognizing the importance of continuous education and growth, Sandra returned to school and completed a master's degree in Family Nurse Practice at South University in Savannah, Georgia. While working full-time, she finished her FNP and obtained her Board Certification. Driven by her passion for positive change, she transitioned her nursing career to a new community. During this time, she also began teaching online classes for WEB WOC® Programs, sharing her passion and helping to grow the field of WOC Nurse Specialists. Sandra decided to grow her practice in North Iowa, bringing her expertise to the area. Over the past eight years, she has gained exposure and tackled pressing challenges, earning recognition from peers and leadership alike. These experiences have instilled in her an appreciation for diverse perspectives, adaptability, and the importance of cultivating collaborative relationships. All these experiences led Sandra to the Community Health Center of Mason City. She believes her long- and short-term strategies align her personal and professional goals with the organizational goals, addressing the community's needs and opportunities. Outside of her professional life, Sandra enjoys activities that enrich her well-being, such as yoga and meditation. She is an avid reader, lifelong learner, and enjoys growing flowers and plants, cooking, and spending time with her family. Sandra adores her only grandchild, Sophia, and cherishes her role as a grandmother, which is evident in her care for children.

Tina Vosberg is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner at our Clarion location with a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati, earned in 2019. She is certified through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and holds additional certifications in Nexplanon insertion/removal, DOT physicals, and Basic Life Support (BLS).  Born and raised in Iowa, she has called Northern Iowa home for the past 12 years. Her nursing journey began with an Associate of Science in Nursing from Indian Hills Community College in 2004, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Grand Canyon University in 2016.  She brings a wide range of experience to the team, having worked as an RN in critical care, telemetry, homecare, and as a Director of Nursing. As a nurse practitioner, she has provided care in family practice, wound care, and occupational medicine.  She enjoys caring for patients of all ages and backgrounds, with a strong passion for health promotion, disease prevention, and providing compassionate, comprehensive care.  Outside of work, she enjoys reading, attending concerts, and spending time with her husband Ryan, their two children, and their family dog. 

Jennifer Zigrang graduated right here in Fort Dodge from ICCC with her RN in 2002. She has worked in many different specialty areas, but focused on emergency room nursing and OB/GYN. She graduated from Maryville University with her master’s degree in December 2015. She spent hundreds of hours in her clinical practicums caring for all ages of people–from newborn to the elderly, and everyone in between. She holds her advanced practice nursing degree and has board certification in family practice, which deals with all aspects of primary health care for all ages. Jennifer was born in Fort Dodge and has lived on the family acreage near Eagle Grove her whole life. She has been married since 1985, has two granddaughters, five German Shepherds, and one labradoodle, (plus one cat that lives in the bedroom for safety).

Dr. Marcela Paulino DaCosta is from Hampton, Iowa and the second oldest of five kids. She is the first in her family to go to college and received her Bachelor’s degree and Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Iowa! After graduating from dental school in 2016, Dr. DaCosta and her husband moved to California but definitely thought Iowa was better so they moved back two years later. In her spare time Dr. DaCosta enjoys traveling, going to the movies and cuddling her two German shorthaired pointers while reading a book (preferably Harry Potter).

Dr. Daniel Garner is a compassionate and experienced general dentist dedicated to providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. With a strong focus on preventive dentistry, Dr. Garner is committed to helping individuals and families maintain lifelong oral health and avoid dental issues before they start.  He earned his Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) from the University of Pittsburgh in 1997. Since then, he has brought over two decades of experience to every patient interaction, offering a full range of dental services including preventive care, restorative treatments, and family dentistry.  Dr. Garner brings his extensive clinical experience and strong sense of mission to his role at Community Health Center of Spencer, where he continues his lifelong dedication to delivering quality, accessible dental care to all. 

Dr. Dasari has a strong background in general dentistry, with a particular focus on restorative and community-based care. A 2014 graduate of the Sibar Institute of Dental Sciences, Dr. Dasari went on to earn an MBA in Healthcare Administration, strengthening his expertise in both clinical care and healthcare operations.  Driven by a deep commitment to community service, Dr. Dasari has worked extensively with underserved populations, helping ensure equitable access to high-quality oral healthcare. Currently, Dr. Dasari is pursuing an Advanced Standing DDS Program at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry and has been recognized with multiple awards for excellence in Endodontics, Public Health Dentistry, Oral Diagnostic Sciences, and Academic Research.  With a strong focus on comprehensive care, Dr. Dasari provides a full range of dental services, including preventive care, restorative dentistry, oral surgery, and pediatric dentistry. Passionate about patient education and prevention, Dr. Dasari strives to create a positive, comfortable experience for every patient.  Outside of the clinic, Dr. Dasari enjoys gardening, playing cricket, and video gaming as ways to relax and stay connected to personal interests. 

Dr. Samuel Kang brings both clinical excellence and a heart for service to his role at Community Health Center. Originally from Korea, Dr. Kang moved to the United States during middle school and went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine in New York.  Before joining CHC, Dr. Kang served as a dental officer in the U.S. Navy for four years, with assignments in San Diego, California, and Great Lakes, Illinois. His time in the Navy strengthened his commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care to diverse patient populations.  At CHC, Dr. Kang serves as a general dentist, providing oral health care to patients of all ages.  

Kumari Saswati Kar has over 11 years of combined clinical experience as a general dentist in India and the United States. She graduated from dental school in India and then completed her advanced education in General Dentistry, along with a Master’s in Dental Sciences, at the Eastman Institute of Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY. After graduating from dental school, Dr. Kar worked in community clinics and hospitals, where she was actively involved in workshops aimed at improving oral health within communities. She has also worked in a community clinic in New York, where, in addition to providing comprehensive general dentistry care, she participated in several research projects focused on enhancing community oral health. Notably, her work included studies on oral health during pregnancy and its impact on early childhood caries. Dr. Kar is married, and in addition to her passion for dentistry and patient care, she enjoys cooking, hiking, camping, and traveling to new destinations with her husband in her leisure time.

Dr. Kaushik Ragam earned his dental degree overseas in 2011 and brings a diverse background in both clinical dentistry and research. After several years of practicing and conducting research internationally, he moved to the United States in 2015. He completed his U.S. dental residency at A.T. Still University in 2019 and has been practicing dentistry in the U.S. since 2021.  At Community Health Center of Eagle Grove, Dr. Ragam provides a wide range of dental services focused on promoting oral health and overall well-being, including preventive care, restorative treatments, and family dentistry for patients of all ages. His favorite part of working in healthcare is the opportunity to improve people’s quality of life through compassionate, effective care — especially when helping patients find relief from dental pain. 

Kelsey joined the Community Health Center of Fort Dodge in February 2018. She graduated from the Iowa Central Dental Hygiene Program in May 2010. She and her husband, Adam, had their first daughter, Ivy, in July 2017. They enjoy visiting Kelsey’s parents in Montana, as well as doing anything outdoors and playing with their three dogs.

Sydney Hensley joined Community Health Center of Fort Dodge in March 2023. She is a graduate of the Iowa Central Community College Dental Hygiene program. Sydney grew up in Humboldt and currently lives in Fort Dodge with her husband and Berenedoodle, Llyod. She enjoys gardening in the summer and going on walks with her husband and dog.

McKenna Anderson joined Community Health Center of Fort Dodge in the fall of 2025. McKenna moved to the Fort Dodge area in 2015 and completed the Dental Hygiene program at Iowa Central Community College in 2017. McKenna has 3 children with 1 on the way; her and her family enjoy spending time outdoors and going on bike rides.

Macy joined Community Health Center in the fall of 2025, bringing with her over four years of experience as a dental hygienist. Originally from Humboldt, she now lives in Fort Dodge with her family, and two energetic dogs. With 4.5 years in the dental field, she values the variety that each day brings—no two patients are ever the same, and she enjoys the opportunity to tailor care to each person’s unique needs. Her passion for hygiene comes from building strong relationships with patients and helping them feel comfortable, educated, and empowered about their oral health. Outside of work, she loves to travel internationally and makes spending quality time with friends and family a top priority.

Nicole Swanson joined Community Health Center of Spencer in the fall 0f 2025, she is a dedicated Dental Hygienist with over 35 years of experience in the field. She earned her degree from Mankato State University, and since then has been committed to promoting oral health through gentle, thorough care and patient education. She believes that dental visits should be positive and empowering, not intimidating. Nicole takes pride in building trust with her patients by listening, explaining procedures clearly, and always striving to make them feel comfortable; she loves helping people feel confident in their smiles! Outside of work, Nicole enjoys being outdoors in the sunshine, yoga, and spending time with family and friends.

Marissa has been with Community Health Center of Mason City since opening in 2018. She graduated from Newman Catholic High School and from there she moved to Minnesota to study Dental Hygiene. She then graduated from Normandale Community College with her degree in Dental Hygiene. She practiced for four years in Minnesota before deciding to move back home to Mason City. Marissa has two daughters; Grace, who was born February 2016, and Leona, born August 2018. She enjoys spending time with her girls and watching them grow! She also likes to shop, camp, and take vacations. It is her goal to get the girls to all 50 states before they are 18!

Roxanne joined Community Health Center of Fort Dodge in December 2018 as a mental health therapist. Roxanne completed her Bachelor of Arts in Family Life Education with psychology and music minors through Concordia University St. Paul. She then moved to Iowa and started working on a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She is licensed as a mental health counselor and a certified alcohol and drug counselor. She has had various experiences including milieu treatment for children with severe behavioral challenges and attachment disorders, inpatient and outpatient substance abuse treatment programs, community outreach, and community mental health. Roxanne enjoys working with clients of all ages, empowering them to achieve their goals. She has experience with dual-diagnosis, pregnancy/post-partum, children, adolescents, early and middle adult, and geriatric. She is trained in Alcohol and Drug Specific therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy with attachment focus (Iowa – PCIT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and various play therapy techniques. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, and music.

Angela Crosby joined Community Health Center in Fort Dodge in August of 2022 as a mental health therapist. Angela graduated with her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2015 from Walden University. She has worked in many diverse settings, including residential homes, domestic violence and youth shelters, behavioral health urgent care, and community mental health. Angela is trained in dialectical behavioral therapy and approaches therapy from a non-judgmental, trauma-focused, eclectic place. In her free time, Angela enjoys family time, genealogy, competing in fast fiction contests, and long road trips.

Ashley Anderson is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at our Spencer clinic. She dedicated to providing compassionate mental health care across the lifespan. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University (2025), a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Upper Iowa University (2019), an Associate Degree in Nursing from Northwest Iowa Community College (2016), and a Licensed Practical Nurse diploma from Western Iowa Tech Community College (2012). She also holds an associate's degree in Surgical Technology from Western Iowa Tech (2011).  Ashley brings a wide range of experience, having worked in long-term care, memory care units, and an acute inpatient psychiatric hospital, where she provided care to children, adolescents, and adults. Her passion for mental health and dedication to her patients guide her work every day.  Ashley is committed to serving individuals of all ages—from children to adults—offering support and treatment for a variety of mental health illnesses.  Originally from Cherokee, Iowa, Ashley still calls it home. She lives there with her husband Jon and their five children. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family. 

Eileen Meier is a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and an attorney. She has a certificate in traumatic stress studies from the Trauma Center in Massachusetts. She also was a prior sexual assault forensic nurse examiner for adults and children. Eileen graduated from the University of Iowa with a BSN; Johns Hopkins University with a Master in Public Health; University of Maryland with a Master in Science; and American University with a Doctorate of Jurisprudence. She has teaching experience in health care policy and international human rights, and was a former federal lobbyist in Washington, D.C for national health care groups. Eileen has worked in the U.S. and abroad on domestic violence issues in Bosnia, Nepal and Iraq, with children in the former Yugoslavia after the Balkan wars, and in various post-conflict countries. Eileen has experience treating patients age 6-90 with schizophrenia, depression, bipolar, anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder, children in foster care and individuals with prior sexual and domestic abuse. She is particularly interested in post-traumatic stress disorder in adolescents and adults and foster children. She hopes to develop a program in the local area for equine-facilitated psychotherapy for veterans and adolescents, and owns seven horses.

Linsey Albright tLMHC joined Community Health Center of Fort Dodge in the fall of 2023. Albright is a graduate of Buena Vista University with a bachelor’s degree in human services and a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. She has experience working with anxiety, depression, substance related disorders, PTSD, and other trauma-related diagnoses. Albright strives to create a safe, supportive environment where patients’ mental health needs are addressed without judgement.

Kirsten Olson joined Community Health Center of Fort Dodge in January 2019 as a mental health therapist. Kirsten grew up in Gowrie, IA and graduated from Prairie Valley. She completed her bachelor’s degree at Simpson College in sociology and criminal justice and master’s degree at St. Ambrose University in social work. She has worked in a variety of settings including residential care, hospice, outpatient mental health, behavioral intervention services, domestic violence shelters, and youth shelters. Kirsten enjoys working with clients focusing on empowering them to make change of all ages. She has experience working with a variety of struggles in children, adolescents, early and middle adulthood, geriatric, family and marriage. She is trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, sand tray play therapy, parent-child interaction therapy with attachment, aggression replacement training, and a variety of play therapy techniques. Kirsten enjoys spending time with family, reading, playing games, and everything Disney and Harry Potter.

Jessica Bowman began her nursing career in 2005 at Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge. Over the years, she has gained experience in a variety of settings, including family practice, long-term care, home care, mental health, and addiction services. For the past four years, Jessica has served the Fort Dodge community, specializing in Medication Assisted Treatment for opioid use disorder.  Jessica recently completed her Master’s degree at Herzing University, specializing in psychiatric mental health. She graduated with a 4.0 GPA and is a member of the Honor Society and Sigma Theta Tau.  Originally from Fort Dodge, Jessica has spent her entire life in Iowa and has proudly raised nine children alongside her significant other. In her personal time, she enjoys online gaming, reading, gardening, cooking, and raising various animals. A skilled artist and musician, Jessica plays many different instruments and encourages creativity.  

Deborah Price joined the staff of Community Health Center of Mason City in 2019. Deborah began her career as an Occupational Therapist with a focus on upper extremity rehab. She was commissioned as an active duty officer with the rank of Captain in the US Army Medical Corp at Madigan Army Medical Center in Ft. Lewis, Washington. Following her military discharge with commendation she attended Vanderbilt University. She graduated from Vanderbilt as a nurse practitioner with a specialty in psychiatry. Deborah later completed a certification in Family Practice through Allen College in Waterloo, IA. She has experience in multiple areas of healthcare including a year of training in consultation-liaison psychiatry while working in adult and geriatric psychiatry for a Mayo Clinic satellite hospital. She is a transplant to Iowa being originally from Tennessee. She loves living in Iowa and especially appreciates “Iowa niceness”.

Katie joined Community Health Center of Fort Dodge in January 2023. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, she sees children, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients. She has been a nurse for 11 years and has worked in a variety of areas like ED, OB, Medical surgical, mental health and has been a transitional health nurse. She began her education at Iowa Central Community College obtaining her ADN in 2011 followed by her BSN from Chamberlain University in 2017. She completed her master's degree in psychiatric mental health from Walden University in 2022. Katie grew up in Nebraska and moved to Iowa about 20 years ago. She enjoys spending time reading books, playing darts and of course with her husband and four children.