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.

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.

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. 

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).

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Alexis Woodley, PMHNP, is a Fort Dodge native and graduate of Fort Dodge Senior High School. She earned her associate’s degree in nursing from Iowa Central Community College and began her nursing career on the cardiothoracic surgical unit at Iowa Methodist Medical Center. She later transitioned to the intensive care unit at Trinity Regional Medical Center in Fort Dodge, where she also served as a clinical instructor for Iowa Central’s nursing program. In 2018, Alexis expanded her clinical experience through travel nursing, working in Texas, the Maryland/DC area, and California. In 2020, she joined Stanford Health Care and worked on the cardiopulmonary unit. She earned her master’s degree in nursing from Chamberlain University and became a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in 2025. Alexis is committed to improving access to compassionate, culturally responsive mental health care. She is proud to serve the Fort Dodge community and help strengthen diversity within local behavioral health services. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, game nights, and spending time with family and friends.

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.

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.