Dr. Goodman completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan and received his medical degree from Michigan State University. He fulfilled his residency in Family Medicine. Dr. Goodman is also the coordinator/speaker for Health Recovery Program.

Sarah Ames, NP, is a Certified Nurse Practitioner who has worked with patients experiencing a variety of acute conditions –  from Pneumonia to knee replacement, post operative care, and stroke and dementia treatment. Part of her training focused on Women’s Health issues, including providing gynecologic care and testing. Sarah is also a Registered Nurse and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ferris State University. She went on to complete her Nurse Practitioner Degree from Spring Arbor University. Sarah is certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Basic Life Support and Acute Stroke Assessment. She is accepting patients at our Big Rapids practice.

Dennis Behler, PA, is a nationally certified Physician Assistant, with more than 10 years of experience in internal medicine and pain management. He received his undergraduate degree in health sciences from Grand Valley State University, and completed his Physician Assistant Masters degree at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy. Dennis is accepting new patients at our Big Rapids and Reed City practices.

Patti Bell, FNP is excited to care for family medicine patients in the same community where she lives; Big Rapids! Patti received her Masters in Nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing, and obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ferris State University. Patti is a certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse and also holds a Wound Care Certification from the Wound Care Education Institute. Patti is the Founder and President of the West Michigan Association of Rehabilitation Registered Nurses.

Tifenie Harris, DNP, completed her Doctorate of Nursing Practice at the University of Michigan, Flint and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ferris State University. Tifenie has 15 years experience as a registered nurse, and has worked in outpatient surgery, home care, long term care, and managed care of patients with chronic conditions. Tifenie is accepting Internal Medicine patients at our Canadian Lakes location.

Dawn Giese, FNP, received her Associates in Nursing from Ferris State University and went on to complete her Bachelors and Masters in Nursing Education in addition to her Masters as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Chamberlain College of Nursing. Dawn has a wealth of healthcare experience, ranging from Public Health to cancer services, infection prevention, Walk-In care, and Occupational Medicine. Dawn holds the following certifications: Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Neonatal Resuscitation and is a Certified Lactation Counselor and a TB instructor for the State of Michigan. She is a  member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and  the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Casey Green, PA, is a Family Medicine Physician Assistant who will be caring for patients at our Reed City practice. Casey received her Bachelor of Science Degree, with highest honors, and went on to complete her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies – both degrees from Central Michigan University. The Evart native most recently worked at Spectrum Health Family Practice in Canadian Lakes, Big Rapids, and Reed City. Casey is certified in Basic Life Support and by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She is dedicated to focusing on the health of rural residents, with an emphasis on managing chronic medical conditions and the mental health of her patients.

Lisa Shoemaker, FNP, is a Family Nurse Practitioner with decades of experience that ranges from specialized certification in Gerontology to Walk-In care, occupational health, oncology, inpatient psychiatric care, ER, medical-surgical care and quality and risk management. Lisa received her Master of Science – Leadership & Education, from Regis University in Denver, Colorado before obtaining her Master in Nursing Practice from Chamberlain College of Nursing in Chicago, Illinois. Lisa is certified in Basic Life Support, has served as a Professional Nurse Tutor, and has lead provider education for physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to improve systems that aid in quality and practice improvement.

Shana Strantz, PA, obtained her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Central Michigan University after completing her Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with a Minor in Personal and Community Health, at Central Michigan University. Shana comes to us with more than 10 years of experience focused on Women’s Health. She most recently worked at Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial where she performed prenatal care, postpartum care, annual wellness visits, and a variety of gynecologic services. Shana is certified in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Neonatal Resuscitation. She is also certified to perform colposcopies and Nexplanon and IUD insertions.

Rachel Zokoe, PA, received her Masters in Physician Assistant studies from Wayne State University, and completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Health Sciences from Grand Valley State University. Rachel previously worked as a Nursing Technician and Certified Nursing Assistant in Grand Rapids. She is certified in Advanced Care Life Support, Basic Life Support, and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants.

Andrea Renas, RN, is a Big Rapids native who graduated from Big Rapids High School before continuing her education at Ferris State University. Andrea also completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Baker College in Cadillac. Andrea serves as our Care Manager. She helps connect patients with services, coordinates their care, and helps construct care plans, so our chronic care patients can better manage their healthcare. Andrea is not new to our team. She previously worked at our business partner, West Michigan Surgery Center. Andrea recently had a baby girl, and in her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, shopping, and doing projects around her house and property with her husband. 

Michigan Primary Care Partners has added another outstanding member to our Care Management team! Tiarra Cramer’s experience includes working as a Registered Nurse and Minimum Data Set Nurse at the Former Spectrum Health in Reed City, where she was a member of the Wound Care team, served and cared for patients as a Charge Nurse, and coordinated patient care. Tiarra received her Associates of Science in Nursing from Grand Rapids Community College and her Medical Office Administration Certificate from Martinsburg College in West Virginia. She is certified in Basic Life Support and is working to become a Certified Nurse Assistant Instructor.