About Jamie Thacker When she was a freshman in high school, Jamie Thacker, NP, knew she wanted a career in nursing. It was at a time when her grandfather was experiencing many medical complications that led to renal failure and she had her first experience with hospice and ultimately death. “I knew then that I wanted to be one of... Read More about Jamie Thacker, NP - Beacon Medical Group Schwartz-Wiekamp

About Madison Parker Until Madison Parker went on a missions trip to Nicaragua her senior year of high school, she hadn’t decided on a career. Madison didn’t work on building houses during the trip, but instead spent the week caring for a bedridden mother who couldn’t afford health care. “When I returned home, I knew I wanted to be a... Read More about Madison Parker, NP - Beacon Medical Group Pediatrics Main Street

About Michelle Streb Since high school, nurse practitioner Michelle Streb knew she wanted a career in medicine. “Forty years later,” she says, “I still love what I do.” At Beacon Medical Group, she aims to provide the best care possible to her patients. Her primary focus is on optimizing women’s health through personalized compassionate care. Michelle likes to work in... Read More about Michelle Streb, NP - Beacon Medical Group Schwartz-Wiekamp

Sherri received her master's degree in nursing and family nurse practitioner studies from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa and is a certified family nurse practitioner. Sherri comes to Memorial from the Hospital of St. Raphael in New Haven, Connecticut, She has been with Beacon Medical Group since her move to the area in 2003.. Away from the office, she... Read More about Sherri Biever, NP - Beacon Medical Group Pediatrics Main Street

While Amy Brown’s original dream was to be a stay-at-home mom, she eventually decided to return to school as the needs of her family changed. “I always had a desire to care for people,” she says. That interest increased during the last year of her dad’s life, as he experienced many inpatient visits. “I saw the value in the staff/providers... Read More about Amy Brown, NP - Beacon Medical Group Mishawaka

Inspired by her mother and grandmother who were nurses, Cara Johnson, NP, decided to pursue a second career in nursing and to earn her Associate Degree in Nursing before she turned 40. “Within four years I decided I wanted to continue onward and become an FNP,” she says. Cara is a graduate of Chamberlain University where she earned her Bachelor... Read More about Cara Johnson, NP - Beacon Medical Group Mishawaka

About Ruth Neal The first degree Ruth Neal, FNP, earned in Aviation Maintenance Technology led to four years working as an Aerospace Maintenance Journeyman / Crew Chief. “After leaving the military, I wanted to find another job which would allow me to continue serving the community, but in a way I could be home for my kids every night,” she... Read More about Ruth Neal, NP - Beacon Medical Group Endocrinology

It was during biology and applied science classes in high school that Nicole Rose, NP, fell in love with health care. Then, while completing her general studies classes and volunteering at Memorial Hospital of South Bend, she chose nursing as her career path. She particularly enjoys family practice care. “Family practice is great, because you learn so much about many... Read More about Nicole Rose, NP

Schedule Now at Beacon Medical Group Mishawaka Primary Plus About Jessica Evans From a young age, Jessica Evans, FNP, knew she wanted to help people and go in to health care. “I want to make a difference in patients’ lives and their care,” she says. “I want to be a resource – someone they can go to and trust.” Jessica... Read More about Jessica Evans, NP

Amber works for LifeStance in Mishawaka, and is accepting new patients. Expertise: Child ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Body Image Issues, Autism Spectrum Disorder: High Functioning, Binge Eating Disorder, Career & Work Issues, Bullying & Harassment, Anxiety, Depression, Dementia & Memory Concerns, Domestic Abuse/Violence (Includes Emotional & Physical), Cultural Issues Impacting Mental Health: Racial Identity, Cultural Issues Impacting Mental Health: Ability Status,... Read More about Amber Herman, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner