Dr. Bieser offers a different approach to primary care with conveniences like same/next-day appointments that start on time and a focus on preventive medicine. His MDVIP-affiliated practice is open to new patients, including Medicare and commercially insured, in Cape Girardeau. Dr. Bieser sees fewer patients, which means he has more time to offer. Similar to concierge medicine physicians, Dr. Bieser... Read More about Dr. R. Dan Bieser, DO FAAFP ABFM

My role as a hematology and oncology caregiver is to help you, as the patient, make the right choices for your lifestyle. There are many decisions that are made during someone's health care journey that aren't black and white. And I also want all my patients to know that they are not defined by their diagnosis or illness.

I've always loved working with children. I?m a mom myself, and I'm constantly surrounded by kids. When children are worried or scared, I talk with them to ease their fears and get them to open up about what?s going on. Sometimes being goofy is the answer with kids. I get to have fun, and I love coming to work.

I enjoy caring for people of all ages, from babies to the elderly. My approach with patients is to be a good listener and allow them to express all their concerns. I work together with patients to improve their health. Serving families in the community I grew up in has been rewarding.

I fell in love with family practice because I get to treat newborns all the way up to age 101. I like caring for entire families ? the kids, parents and grandparents. I enjoy getting to know people, learning their stories, helping them achieve their health goals and making their lives a little bit better.

Primary care is the only medical field that allows you to do a little bit of everything. I really love my days in the clinic because I never have the same day twice, which always keeps things interesting. The best part of my job is forming relationships with patients. It's a privilege to be able to guide them through some... Read More about Jehan Pascal Murugaser, MD

My favorite aspect of my work is building relationships with people. I grew up here--I'm very attached to this area. I love Cape Girardeau, I have no plans to leave, and I plan to practice for a very long time here in town. So, I'm familiar with this community. But I love getting to know about my patients' problems, families,... Read More about Parker Capshaw Kohlfeld, MD

I love primary care and the variety of patients I get to see. No day is ever the same for me and that keeps things exciting. I also enjoy the education aspect of working in medicine. As a caregiver, I have a responsibility to educate people but do it in a way they understand. If people understand the reasons behind... Read More about Monica Anne Unterreiner, DO

I've always been interested in primary care and Mercy because I believe in treating people as they are meant to be treated. The best part of being a physician assistant is being able to be part of a team and collaborating with my physician. For patients who haven't met me, I'm interested in learning your backstory. I want to know... Read More about Renae Jenn Koehler, PA

I've always been interested in helping people. I never saw myself in a career where I didn't contribute to the health and wellness of others. I knew I wanted to go into the medical field, but I didn't want to go the nursing route, and I didn't want to be a physician. Being a PA was a good middle ground.... Read More about Dava C. Hoffman, PA

I'm passionate about primary care because of the variety of conditions I treat at every stage of life. It allows me to develop relationships with my patients that I didn't get to have in the emergency department. What I do for my patients is what I would do for my loved ones.

At age 19, I had pulmonary emboli in both lungs and nearly died. My care team was amazing and compassionate, which inspired me to pursue nursing. As a family nurse practitioner, I provide compassionate care throughout a patient's lifespan. I find providing lifetime care to be very rewarding.

I love getting to know people throughout their lifespans and being there for them every step of the way. Prevention is one of my clinical interests. I like talking with patients about screenings and other steps they can take to prevent illness. It's the best way to live a healthy life.

I was born and raised in Southeast Missouri, so I'm very excited to be a part of Mercy and give back to my hometown community. As a family medicine provider, I'm able to see people of all ages, from pediatrics to geriatrics. I love being a nurse practitioner because I get to form long-term relationships with my patients, which often... Read More about Brittany Danielle Kasten, FNP

I grew up in a very family-oriented atmosphere, with the same values and morals as this community. I?m a member of this community ? I?m contributing to the greater good. My background helps me be personal, relate to my patients, and establish relationships. That?s as important as the general surgical skills I bring to patient care.