Team Holm
Elizabeth Schatzman, PA-C
“My passion for geriatric medicine began when I worked as a CNA throughout college. I enjoy building trusting relationships with my patients and their families. I believe patient-centered care and shared-decision making between the patient and provider gives the best treatment outcomes.” — Elizabeth Schatzman, PA-C- Certified Physician Assistant
- Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies – Marywood University, Scranton, Pennsylvania
- Bachelor of Science, Biology – University of Scranton, Scranton, Pennsylvania
Melissa Martin, PA-C
“In the beginning of my healthcare career, I had the privilege of working as a nursing assistant at an assisted living/memory care facility. Over the years, I have continued to gravitate towards caring for the geriatric population and I thoroughly enjoy getting to play an active role in helping my patients age gracefully. My goal is to build trusting patient-provider relationships with my patients and their families while also honoring my patients' preferences, values and personal health goals.” — Melissa Martin, PA-C- Certified Physician Assistant
- Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies – St. Catherine University, St. Paul, Minnesota
- Bachelor of Arts, Integrative Health Sciences – College of Saint Benedict, St. Joseph, Minnesota
Leah DeSantis, DNP, APRN, AGNP-C
“Working with the adult and geriatric population has been a passion of mine since I started volunteering in a long-term care facility in middle school. I have turned a passion into a career path; as an adult-geriatric nurse practitioner, I strive to partner with my patients with a holistic approach of care that aligns with individual goals.” — Leah DeSantis, DNP, APRN, AGNP-C- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner – Certified by American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology – University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Bachelor of Science, Nursing – University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Tracy Cowell, DNP, AGPCNP-BC
“As a Nurse Practitioner, my goal is to empower patients to be an active participant in their healthcare. Together, we will build a trusting relationship for the best possible outcomes.”- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner – Certified by American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Doctor of Nursing Practice – St. Catherine University, St. Paul, MN
- Master of Science, Nursing - Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner – MidAmerica Nazarene University, Olathe, KS
- Bachelor of Science, Nursing – MidAmerica Nazarene University, Olathe, KS
Todd Holm, M.D.
“By working as a team with the community staff and families, we can deliver the right care at the right time. This partnership works very well.” –Dr. Holm- Board-Certified in Family Practice
- Family Practice Residency, University of Wisconsin, St. Mary’s Hospital
- Doctor of Medicine, Mayo Medical School, Rochester, Minnesota
- Bachelor of Science, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Leah Bauer, CNP
“I am very passionate about caring for the elderly. In order to provide optimal care, I aim at promoting independence and comfort while also communicating with families and staff.” —Leah Bauer- Certified Nurse Practitioner
- Master of Science, Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Metropolitan State University, St. Paul, Minnesota
- Bachelor of Science, Nursing, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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