Michaela James, MSN, A.P.R.N., F.N.P. APNP Family Medicine, Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Addison - Chamberlain College of Nursing (2023)
Mindy Frimodig, D.O. Family Medicine
Residency: Sparrow Hospital (2007)
Internship: Sparrow Hospital (2005)
Medical/Dental School: Michigan State University (2004)
Alisha Erdmann, APNP, FNP-C Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Marian University (2022)
Amanda Bernath, M.D. Family Medicine
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin (2017)
Medical/Dental School: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (2014)
Angela Divjak, M.D. Family Medicine
Fellowship: University of Missouri - Kansas City (2012)
Residency: University of Missouri - Kansas City (2011)
Medical/Dental School: University of Wisconsin Medical School (2008)
Brian Erdmann, M.D. Internist
Residency: Milwaukee - University of Wisconsin (1999)
Medical/Dental School: Milwaukee - Medical College of Wisconsin (1996)
Tennille Cheslock, MSN APNP Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Mequon - Concordia University Wisconsin (2024)
Christy Lingnofski, A.P.R.N. Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Fond du Lac - Marian University (2022)
Kerry Baird, ANP - C Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Graceland University (2019)
Ann Papendorf, BSN, M.S.N. Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh (2008)
Kary Cappaert, A.N.P., B.S.N. Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Concordia University (2015)
Cornelius Hyzer, M.D. Family Medicine
Residency: Janesville - Mercyhealth Hospital & Trauma Center - Janesville (2016)
Medical/Dental School: Salt Lake City - University of Utah School of Medicine (2013)
Caitlyn Krenz-Gueths, APNP Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Marian University (2018)
Alisha Fahley, M.D. Family Medicine
Residency: Duluth Family Practice Center (2015)
Medical/Dental School: University of Wisconsin Medical School (2012)
Benjamin Schlais, M.D. Family Medicine
Residency: Fox Valley Family Medicine Residency (2016)
Medical/Dental School: Ross University School of Medicine (Dominica) (2013)
Jennifer Winkler, B.S., BSN, M.S.N. Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Mequon - Concordia University Wisconsin (2013)
Nicole Ruske, M.D. Family Medicine, Obstetrics
Fellowship: University of Utah (2017)
Residency: Family Medicine Residency of Idaho (2016)
Medical/Dental School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine (2013)
Joshua Vollmar, P.A.C. Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Bethel University (2023)
Jason Krueger, A.P.N. Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Mequon - Concordia University Wisconsin (2012)
Bentley Thomason, M.D. Family Medicine, Obstetrics
Fellowship: Tacoma General Hospital (2018)
Residency: Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (2016)
Medical/Dental School: University of California, Irvine, College of Medicine (2013)
Post Graduate School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2012)
Hannah Kerkhof, P.A. Family Medicine
Post Graduate School: Bethel University (2021)
Sara Messner, P.A., B.S. Family Medicine, Hospice & Palliative Care
Post Graduate School: University of Wisconsin - Madison (2014)
The ThedaCare Physicians-Shawano ambulatory care center is a state-of-the-art, comprehensive outpatient facility designed to meet a wide range of patient needs under one roof. The facility features in-house specialists in general surgery, gynecology, and psychiatry, while also hosting visiting specialists from nearly 20 different physician practices.
Patients have access to comprehensive on-site diagnostics, including laboratory services, digital X-ray, and CT scans. The center includes dedicated rooms for minor procedures, such as colonoscopies under local anesthetic, as well as a fully equipped and staffed outpatient surgery center. Additional conveniences include an on-site ThedaCare Pharmacy and access to ThedaCare At Home services.
The Shawano clinic seamlessly integrates primary care and specialty services by co-locating providers with diagnostic tools. All clinicians remain connected in real time using the Epic electronic medical records (EMR) system, ensuring efficient care coordination and streamlined communication.
Serving as the largest multi-specialty physician practice in the region, the Shawano/Clintonville/Tigerton Call Group has a rich history that began as an independent practice over 60 years ago and has been affiliated with ThedaCare for more than 15 years. The practice employs nearly 216 healthcare professionals, including 13 physicians. Today, it manages care for almost 39,000 active patients across ten counties, accounting for more than 80,000 clinic visits to ThedaCare Physicians Shawano each year.
Shawano, Wisconsin, is a scenic and historic city located in northeastern Wisconsin, functioning as a vibrant hub for outdoor recreation and rural commerce. Positioned right next to Shawano Lake and bisected by the Wolf River, the community balances its rich lumberyard history with active tourism and reliable manufacturing industries.
Activities and Recreation
- Shawano Lake: A massive 6,000-acre lake packed with opportunities for motorized boating, water skiing, pontoon cruising, and year-round fishing.
- The Wolf River: Flowing right through the city, this waterway is a top regional destination for kayaking, canoeing, and early spring sturgeon viewing.
- City Park Network: Home to 24 municipal parks, including Sturgeon Park for river fishing and Memorial Park, which features a modern splash pad, skate park, and athletic fields.
- Navarino Nature Center: Located just south of the city, offering thousands of acres of protected wetlands and forests for hiking, cross-country skiing, and wildlife education.
Downtown Features
- Historic Main Street: A bustling, walkable business district filled with well-preserved architecture, local murals, and pedestrian-friendly seating.
- The Shawano Cinema: A historic, locally cherished movie theater anchoring the downtown entertainment scene.
- Wala-Wala Park and Public Plazas: Gathering spaces along Main Street that host regular community events, outdoor concerts, and the seasonal Shawano Farmers Market.
- Cultural Landmarks: Features the Heritage Park museum complex, showcasing historic log cabins and local agricultural artifacts.
Dining and Stores
- Specialty Boutiques: Packed with independent downtown shops specializing in home decor, clothing, and locally made Wisconsin gifts.
- Supper Clubs and Diners: Showcases iconic Northwoods-style supper clubs, lakeside bar-and-grills, and classic family diners known for hearty breakfasts.
- Local Flavor: Home to independent coffee houses, craft breweries, and bakeries alongside major regional grocery and hardware retailers.
Housing and Cost of Living
- Existing Housing: Features a highly accessible housing market with a median home value of approximately $123,494, which sits well below national and state averages.
- New Builds and Lots: Offers access to vacant residential lots, wooded acreage, and custom waterfront parcels near the lake and river borders.
- Apartments and Rentals: Includes established complexes like Natures Way Estates alongside newly constructed luxury rentals like Hillcrest Estates, with standard monthly rents ranging from $895 to $1,499.
Education
- Public Schools: Operated by the Shawano School District, which includes Hillcrest Primary, Olga Brener Intermediate, Shawano Community Middle, and Shawano Community High School.
- Charter Programs: Home to LEADS Primary Charter School, focusing on project-based learning for early childhood education.
- Private Schools: Features reputable faith-based choices including St. James Lutheran School (PK-8), Sacred Heart Catholic School (PK-8), and Wolf River Lutheran High School.
- Higher Education: Features the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) Shawano Regional Learning Center, with the College of Menominee Nation located just minutes north in Keshena.
Healthcare Locations
- ThedaCare Medical Center-Shawano: A comprehensive critical access hospital located at 100 County Road B, providing 24/7 emergency medicine, general surgery, oncology, and diagnostic imaging.
- ThedaCare Physicians-Shawano: Located within the 100 County Road B medical complex, supplying primary care, family medicine, and routine wellness visits.
- ThedaCare Walk-In Care-Shawano: Situated at 100 County Road B, offering daily non-emergency urgent care and walk-in medical services.
- Specialized Clinics: Includes ThedaCare Behavioral Health, Orthopedic Care, and Cancer Care programs all centralized on the city's main medical campus.
Travel and Airport Access
- Appleton, WI: 45 miles (Direct south-bound highway connection to the Appleton International Airport).
- Green Bay, WI: 40 miles (An easy 45-minute drive east via State Highway 29 to the Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport).
- Madison, WI: 140 miles (Accessible within a two-and-a-half-hour drive via major southern highway routes).
- Milwaukee, WI: 155 miles (Located roughly two and a half hours southeast via the Interstate 41 corridor).
- Chicago, IL: 245 miles (Reachable within a four-to-five-hour drive heading straight south).