The Kearney County Health Services medical staff is organized and governed by the KCHS Medical Staff Bylaws, which are subject to the approval of the KCHS Board of Trustees.
To assure quality care and competency, only licensed health care practitioners who have been through the KCHS credentialing process are allowed clinical privileges at KCHS.
Doug Althouse, MD
Office Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday (Thursdays Off) 8:00 a.m.-5 p.m. Rotating Saturday 8-12 a.m.
Medical School:
University of Nebraska Medical School, Omaha, Nebraska
Residency/Internships:
Clarkson Family Medicine, Omaha, Nebraska.
Board Certified:
American Academy of Family Practice
Professional Experience:
After completion of his residency program in June 2006, Dr. Althouse joined the staff of the Minden Medical Clinic. Dr.Althouse’s desire is to maintain a full scope of practice for all ages including outpatient, inpatient, emergency room, and obstetrical care.
Eddie Pierce, MD
Office Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (Wednesdays Off) 8:00 a.m.-5 p.m.
Medical School:
University of Nebraska Medical School, Omaha
Residency/Internships:
St. Luke’s Hospital & Marion Health Center, Iowa
Board Certified:
American Academy of Family Practice
Professional Experience:
20+ years Family Practice including outpatient and inpatient care, emergency room care, minor surgeries, and intensive coronary care.
Jon Becker, PA
Office Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Tuesday Off) 8:00 a.m. -5 p.m. Rotating Saturday 8-12 a.m.
Education:
BS in Biology (Major) Chemistry (Minor) Kearney State College, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, University of Nebraska, Omaha
Professional Experience:
Jon Becker has over 15 years of rural health care experience including: inpatient and outpatient services, primary care, emergency room services and geriatric care services.
Renee Grams, APRN and Women’s Health Practitioner
Office Hours:
Schedule varies. Call for an appointment.
Education:
Diploma in Nursing, Bryan School for Nursing, Lincoln; BS in Nursing Creighton University, Omaha; Master of Science in Nursing and Women’s Health, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha
Professional Experience:
Nursing experience in Intensive Care, Cardiac Rehab and over 23 years as a Flight Nurse for Good Samaritan Health Systems.
Amanda Thom, APRN /Family Nurse Practitioner, CWCN
Office Hours:
Monday & Wednesday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday 8 a.m. -12 a.m.
Education:
BSN in Nursing, Fort Hayes State University, Hays,Kansas; Master of Science in Nursing, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha
Professional Experience:
14+ years nursing experience in acute and geriatric nursing, obstetrics, and emergency room services. Part time clinical instructor at UNMC, Kearney. Amanda is also a CWCN or Certified Wound Care Nurse who specializes in the area of managing and treating patients with various types of wounds. This includes the treatment of wounds that may occur due to chronic disease processes. Patients can make an appointment with Amanda for wound care by calling the Minden Medical Clinic at 308.832.3400 ext 2102 or 2103.