Encompassing several specialties, Memorial Medical Associates (MMA) proudly offers dedicated teams of providers that patients can turn to for their healthcare needs. Based in Owosso, Michigan, Memorial Healthcare serves patients in Greater Shiawassee County and beyond, with over 25 satellite offices in Auburn, Chesaning, Corunna, Durand, Laingsburg, Okemos, Ovid-Elsie, Perry, and St. Johns. Learn more about each department below.
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Allergy and Immunology
The allergy and immunology department supports patients of all ages in finding relief from a variety of conditions. This includes diagnostic evaluations and treatment for immune disorders. Providers include:
Diabetes and Endocrinology
Memorial Healthcare Diabetes and Endocrinology specialists help patients maintain a normal hormone balance and treat related conditions. This department also serves patients with diabetes and includes the following providers:
Ear, Nose, Throat, and Audiology (Otolaryngology)
The otolaryngology department diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the ear, nose, and throat. This Memorial Healthcare team includes:
Family Medicine
Across several locations, Memorial Healthcare physicians and supporting staff provide personalized care to families throughout Michigan’s communities. The providers and their locations include:
Chesaning
Corunna
Durand
Laingsburg
- Barbara Gurden, DO
- Jonathan King, MD
- Cindy Reichert-Brooks, RN, MSN, FNP-BC
- Erin Rice, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Ovid
- David Huff, DO (Suite 104)
- Sara Deringer-Kohorst, MSW, MS, PA-C (Suite 101)
Owosso (Health Park)
Owosso (King Street)
- Timothy Oliver, MD, FAAFP
- Anthony Pasty, DO
- Jimmy Qaqish, MD
- Brett Gurden, PA-C
- Jacob Perrin, PA-C
- Karlee Krokos, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, PCCN
Perry
Gastroenterology
Memorial Healthcare Gastroenterology treats a broad spectrum of digestive disorders and related conditions. It also provides health screening services. Providers include:
- Mustafa S. Huseini, MD
- Amna Mehdi, DO
- Hazem Tabbaa, DO, MS
- Zachary Landers, MSN, FNP-BC
- Erin Sattazahn, PA-C
Internal Medicine
Internal medicine (general medicine) providers help patients find ways to prevent common illnesses. They also diagnose and treat conditions. Memorial Healthcare providers include:
- Robert Han, MD (Owosso)
- Narender Thatikonda, MD (Ovid)
- Oscar Macal, MD, FACP (Owosso)
- Antonio Santiago, MD, FACP (Owosso)
- Jason Ardelean, FNP-C (Owosso)
Neurology
From stroke and epilepsy to multiple sclerosis (MS) and memory care, the neurology department serves patients with a wide range of needs. This team includes:
- Harlori Bains, MD* (Owosso)
- Anthony Brune III, DO (Owosso)
- Jeanie Cote, MD (Owosso)
- Gregory Dardas, MD (Auburn)
- Margaret Frey, DO (Owosso)
- Cara Leahy, DO (Owosso)
- Amit Masih, MD (Okemos, Owosso, Saginaw)
- Dustin Nowacek, MD (Owosso, Saginaw)
- Robert Pace, MD (Owosso)
- Ali Saeed, MD (Owosso)
- Steven Simensky, MD, PhD (Okemos)
- Rosemarie Walch, DO (Owosso)
- Paige Goulette, DNP-BC (Owosso)
- Kylie Kattelus, MSN, FNP-BC (Okemos, Owosso)
- Melissa Lee, MSN, FNP (Owosso, Saginaw)
- Michael Line, PA-C, MPAS (Okemos, Owosso)
- Latoya Newton, MSN, FNP-C (Owosso, Saginaw)
- Tamara Platner, PA-C (Owosso)
*signifies a contracted provider of Memorial Healthcare
OB/GYN
The obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) Family Birthplace is dedicated to women’s health and wellness, as well as the labor, delivery, and recovery experience. Providers include:
Occupational Health
One of the therapies offered by Memorial Healthcare, occupational therapy helps patients improve daily skills and use adaptive equipment. This team is led by Carol Vorenkamp, DO.
Oncology
Memorial Healthcare boasts a team of experienced medical professionals providing oncology and hematology care.
Ophthalmology
The ophthalmology department helps patients maintain eye health and specializes in a variety of treatments. Our providers include Donna Qahwash, DO.
Orthopedics
Orthopedic providers use advanced, minimally invasive techniques and traditional procedures to serve patients. In addition to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Podiatry, this team includes:
- Ogo Azuh, MD (Owosso, St. Johns)
- Gary Branch, DO (Owosso, St. Johns)
- Rory Cocks, DPM (Owosso)
- Ashraf Elbanna, MD (Owosso)
- Ramy Kurdi, DO (Owosso)
- Joseph E. Palazeti, DO (Owosso, St. Johns)
- Michael Schmidt, DO, FAAOS, FAOAO (Owosso, St. Johns)
- Brett Walker, DO (Owosso)
- Derrick Jauss, PA-C (Owosso)
- Tarah Rakoski, PA-C (Owosso)
- Michael Smith, PA-C (Owosso)
Pain Management
Helping patients ease chronic pain associated with injuries and illnesses, the pain management team offers a broad range of advanced services. Providers include:
Palliative Medicine
Palliative care provides medical and nursing services to patients with life-limiting illnesses, helping them find symptomatic relief. This healthcare team is led by Lynn Larson, DO.
Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine
In pediatrics, healthcare providers are dedicated to children and families across Michigan’s communities. Pediatric and adolescent medicine providers include:
- Julie Creighton Sovis, DO
- Allison Kidwell, DO
- Michael Kramer, DO, FAAP, FACOP
- Bethany Pavon, CFNP
- Kathryn Gosyanie, LMSW
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Memorial Healthcare Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation is housed within Memorial Healthcare Center for Orthopedics.
- Gary Branch, DO (Owosso)
- Ogo Azuh, MD (Owosso, St. Johns)
Podiatry
Memorial Healthcare Podiatry is housed within Memorial Healthcare Center for Orthopedics and serves patients with toe, foot, and ankle conditions, including those related to diabetes. This specialty is led by Rory Cocks, DPM.
Pulmonology
Memorial Healthcare Pulmonology serves patients with lung conditions, including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The primary specialist for this department is Gerald Pruitt, DO.
Surgery
Memorial Healthcare’s surgical team is well-versed in the advanced technology needed to perform traditional and minimally invasive procedures. The surgery department coordinates with other divisions to ensure each patient receives quality care.
- Gregory Flermoen, MD, FACS
- Sasha Spencley, DO
- Joseph E. Testa, DO, FACS, FACOS
- Erik Harp, PA-C
- Miranda Weaver, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C
Memorial Healthcare Trauma Services
- Gregory Flermoen, MD, FACS
- Sasha Spencley, DO
- Joseph E. Testa, DO, FACS, FACOS
- Erik Harp, PA-C
- Shannon Ball, AGACNP-BC
Urology
Using the latest advances in urology care, the providers at Memorial Healthcare treat patients with kidney issues, prostate cancer, and other conditions. This team includes:
- Tarek Pacha, DO
- Markus Byron, FNP-BC
- Mandell Bookman, MD (per diem provider)
Wound Management
Patients in need of wound care services can visit Memorial Healthcare. The wound management team uses specialized techniques to provide top-quality treatment and includes:
