ThedaCare Physicians Shawano

100 County Road B
Shawano, WI 54166
ThedaCare Physicians Shawano

ThedaCare Physicians-Shawano Services

Digital X-ray
Ultrasound
Echo
Treadmill
Mammogram
Bone Density Scan
MRI
CT
ThedaCare at Home
Pharmacy
Lab
Rural Health
Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery
Family Medicine
Internal Medicine
General Surgery
OB Care
Audiology
Walk In Care

Primary Care Team

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)

Jasmine Wiley, M.D. Family Medicine

Residency: Milwaukee - Aurora St Lukes Medical Center (2017)

Medical/Dental School: Madison - University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (2014)

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)

Heather Elertson, APNP Family Medicine

Post Graduate School: University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh - College of Nursing (2019)

Practice Description

ThedaCare Physicians Shawano ambulatory care center is a state-of-the-art, comprehensive outpatient facility designed to meet most a patient's health care needs under one roof. The facility includes in-house general surgery, gynecology, and psychiatry specialists as well as visiting specialists from nearly 20 different physician practices. there are also comprehensive diagnostics such as laboratory, digital X-Ray, CT, and rooms to perform minor procedures such as colonoscopies under local anesthetic, as well as ThedaCare Pharmacy and ThedaCare At Home services. In addition, the facility offers a fully equipped and staffed outpatient surgery center.

Shawano clinic integrates the services offered by both primary care physicians and specialists by co-locating them with diagnostic services in the facilities. Also, they stay connected real time through ThedaCare's electronic medical records system (EMR) in EPIC.

ThedaCare Physicians Shawano/Clintonville/Tigerton Call Group is the largest multi-specialty physician practice in the region. It began as a physician practice more than 60 years ago, and has been affiliated with ThedaCare for more than 15 years. It employs nearly 216 people, including 13 physicians. Almost 39,000 active patients in ten counties make more than 80,000 visits to ThedaCare Physicians Shawano annually.

Community Overview

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).