About Luke Edwards At age 11, after going on a summer mission trip with his family to Papua New Guinea, Luke Edwards, NP, decided he wanted a medical career. His mother, a Registered Nurse, worked with a missionary couple who ran the clinic there. “I saw what an impact medicine can have on the lives of people, and I believe... Read More about Luke Edwards, NP - Beacon Medical Group Surgical Services Elkhart

About Lyn Stevens The youngest memory Lyn Stevens, DNP, has was when her mother and cousin visited her in Chicago’s Children’s Memorial Hospital (now the Lurie Children’s Hospital) in 1964. “I believe this implanted a seed that just continued throughout my childhood,” she says. “In 1978, I saw an ad for nurse aide at the local critical access hospital. That... Read More about Lyn Stevens, NP

About Sunny “Marie” Johnson A career in medicine was always something Sunny “Marie” Johnson, NP, wanted to pursue. When her husband was diagnosed with brain cancer she decided on the path of nursing. “The nurses and NPs that helped to care for my husband were amazing and left a lasting impression on me,” Marie says. She earned her Bachelor of... Read More about Sunny Johnson, NP - Beacon Medical Group Urology Elkhart

About Henry Kirori It was in 2005 that Henry Kiroir, NP, decided to pursue a career in nursing. “My mother was a nurse, but I never thought I would pursue the same profession,” he says. Always intrigued by the cardiovascular system, he chose that as his specialty. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Lakeview College of Nursing,... Read More about Henry Kirori, NP - Beacon Medical Group Advanced Cardiovascular Specialists RiverPointe

About Jacob Keultjes The field of healthcare is a part of life for Jacob Keultjes, NP. His mother and wife are Nurse Practitioners and he has many aunts and cousins who are nurses. But it was his mother’s example that led him to a career in the medical field. “My mother decided to advance herself and went to nursing school... Read More about Jacob Keultjes, NP - Beacon Medical Group GI and Interventional Radiology

About Kenneth Raderstorf III While in his early 20s, when he was working as a firefighter and doing EMS training, Kenneth Raderstorf decided he wanted a career in medicine. He earned his Bachelor of Science of Nursing at Indiana University, Bloomington. Five years later, he graduated from Indiana State University, Terre Haute, with his Master of Science in Nursing –... Read More about Kenneth Raderstorf, NP - Beacon Medical Group ENT and Audiology Elkhart

About Angel Roberson Angel Roberson, FNP, said she has always been in a caregiving role. Her first job was caregiver to adolescents with intellectual disabilities. Her career in medicine officially began when she worked as an inpatient nurse at IU Health University Hospital. “There, I got to form really beautiful friendships with my teammates/staff,” she says. “I wanted to further... Read More about Angel Roberson, NP - Beacon Medical Group GI and Interventional Radiology

About Stephanie Brenneman In caring for women, Stephanie Brenneman, FNP, treats each patient as an individual. “No two people are the same and each person deserves personalized care,” she says. “I care about each person as a whole and will give them my undivided attention.” With a mom and sister who are both nurses, a career in the medical field... Read More about Stephanie Brenneman, NP - Beacon Medical Group OB-GYN River Oaks

About Theresa Malcom Life experiences shaped Theresa Malcom’s career path. In her early 20s, she decided on a career in medicine, because she liked the many options and demands of the field. “Both my parents passed away from lung cancer,” she says. “I have a desire to devote my practice to improving quality of life for all my patients. I... Read More about Theresa Malcom, NP - Beacon Medical Group Pulmonology and General Surgery

About Jennifer Swain Jennifer Swain feels like she didn’t always know what she wanted to do. She began her studies by earning a degree in Exercise Science from the University of Indianapolis. “My mother always told me that I should be a nurse while growing up, because of my yearning to help others and ability to handle bodily contents without... Read More about Jennifer Swain, NP - Beacon Medical Group Advanced Cardiovascular Specialists RiverPointe

About Jennifer Jennifer is passionate about using her knowledge and skills to provide empathetic, competent and compassionate care. Her role helps patients navigate through the diagnosis and treatment process regarding disorders, injury or trauma to the brain, spinal cord, spinal column and peripheral nerves. She helps patients isolate the cause of their problem(s), focus on nonsurgical management and assist with... Read More about Jennifer Potter, NP - Beacon Medical Group North Central Neurosurgery Elkhart

Carrie received her bachelor's and master's degrees in nursing and family nurse practitioner certification, from Goshen College. She most recently worked in Elkhart General Hospital's Center for Bone Health. Carrie has a special interest in preventive medicine, osteoporosis and women's health services.

What inspires Mary Helen every day? Being a caregiver and making a difference in the lives of others. She knew in high school that she wanted to pursue a career in medicine and says, "As the oldest of six, I have always taken care of my siblings, and medicine allows me to continue doing that for others." Of her chosen... Read More about Mary Helen Havran-Znavor, NP - Beacon Medical Group Advanced Cardiovascular Specialists RiverPointe

Bethanie received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana University South Bend in 2005 and her Master of Science in Nursing from Ball State University in 2017. Since 2005, Bethanie has made cardiology her focus, devoting over 10 years to the cardiac cath lab and the cardiovascular operating room. She is board-certified as a family nurse practitioner through the... Read More about Bethanie Wrobleski, NP - Beacon Medical Group Advanced Cardiovascular Specialists RiverPointe

About Sara Meet Sara Davis. She knew from a young age that she wanted to be in the medical field. “The intricacies of the human body fascinate me,” she says. “My aunt is a nurse and I deeply admire her. She inspired me, and there hasn’t been a day since that I have regretted my choice.” As a nurse practitioner,... Read More about Sara Davis, NP - Beacon Medical Group Surgical Services Elkhart

I have been working in Oncology since 2005 and enjoy the relationships I build with patients and families. I have a passion for managing symptoms and treatment side effects to improve quality of life while my patients fight cancer. Care is tailored to each patient. I see my patients as complex individuals with full lives outside of our offices. Cancer does not define them. Having... Read More about Alison Haffner, NP - Beacon Cancer Care Elkhart

Lindsey Troyer, Family Nurse Practitioner at Beacon Medical Group OB GYN Elkhart, first decided on her career when a medical missions team came and spoke at her church. “I was immediately intrigued at the way their medical skills gave them a platform to share the message of hope and healing,” Troyer said. “I wanted a career where serving others was... Read More about Lindsey Troyer, NP - Beacon Medical Group OB-GYN River Oaks

Jill received her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Goshen College, a certification in public management from Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs and received her Master of Science degree in nursing from Ball State University. She is a member of the American College of Cardiology and the American Association of Nurses Practitioners.

While Philip Dibert doesn’t come from a line of medical professionals, both his mother and father wanted to be nurses. “I guess in a way I am fulfilling both their dreams,” he says. He chose his path after his wife (then girlfriend) was ill with a very severe condition called Lemierres syndrome. “I watched as the nurses and doctors cared... Read More about Philip Dibert, NP - Beacon Medical Group Pulmonology and General Surgery

Tammy received her bachelor's degree in nursing from Purdue University and completed her master's degree in nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner) at Indiana University South Bend. She worked at Elkhart General Hospital before transitioning to Beacon Medical Group. Tammy is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society and is a board-certified family nurse... Read More about Tammy Slott, NP - Beacon Medical Group Pulmonology and General Surgery

About Grace Hammer Since she was about seven years old, Grace Hammer, NP, knew she wanted to be a Newborn Intensive Care Unit nurse. “I didn’t fully understand what they did — I just knew they got to be around babies all day,” she says. Grace is a graduate of Indiana University South Bend, where she earned her Bachelor of... Read More about Grace Hammer, NP - Beacon Medical Group OB-GYN River Oaks

About Deborah Nethercutt, FNP Deborah Nethercutt, FNP, is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Serving in pulmonology, Deborah ensures high-quality healthcare that is patient centered and holistic. Her evidence-based care considers each patient’s individual situation and empowers them in the management of their health. As a nurse practitioner (NP), Deborah provides care similar... Read More about Deborah Nethercutt, NP - Beacon Medical Group Pulmonology and General Surgery

Debra received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Iowa and her Master of Science degree in nursing from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She is certified as a family nurse practitioner. Debra has almost 25 years of nursing experience having worked at Evanston Hospital and Union Medical Center, both located in Illinois and Midwest Medical Group... Read More about Debra Shemesh, NP - Beacon Medical Group Advanced Cardiovascular Specialists RiverPointe

About Megan Burson Nursing appealed to Megan Burson, AGPCNP, as early as her high school health science class. It was then during her time in the Progressive Care unit at Elkhart General Hospital, that she found her calling in the specialty of cardiology. “It was there that I realized how drawn I was to caring for patients who were facing... Read More about Megan Burson, AGPCNP - Beacon Medical Group Advanced Cardiovascular Specialists RiverPointe