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Michael Tedford, M.D. is board certified in otolaryngology.

Geoffrey Getnick, M.D. is board certified in otolaryngology.  He received his Bachelors Degree from Princeton University, attended medical school at Case Western University, and completed residency training at Northwestern University.  In addition to expertise in all aspects of ear, nose and throat medicine and surgery, Dr. Getnick has a special interest in surgical treatment of the thyroid. 

Clay Ansley, CNP and Laurie Walsh, CNP

Amber Wise, LPN received her LPN training at Dakota County Technical College.  She performs patient education, telephone triage, and provides other clinical support to ensure the highest quality of patient care at our office.

Laurie Beall and Amy Santella, RN are assistants to the practitioners.  Laurie is a graduate of St. Olaf College with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, and has been with us since 2002. Amy received her Nursing degree from Normandale Community College, and has been with us since 2004.  They work closely with Dr. Tedford, Dr. Getnick, and our nurse practitioners to assist with medical histories and physical examinations, completing physician dictations, patient teaching, and other healthcare related duties.

Dorie Abrahamson, Emily Carlsen, and Jennifer Koeppl, LPN help our clinic run smoothly by scribing and completing physician dictations, patient teaching, and other healthcare related duties.  Dori joined our group in July 2010 after holding the same position at St. Cloud Ear Nose and Throat Clinic for 2 years.  Emily graduated in 2009 from the University of Minnesota, Duluth with a Bachelors of Applied Science degree and has been with us since August 2010.  Jennifer received her LPN from Hennepin Technical College in 2007, and has been with us since October 2008.

Lynn Clark is our Clinic Administrator, who keeps all aspects of the clinic running smoothly.  Please speak with her if you have any concerns about your experience with us.

Marissa Mason and Iylene Raihill are the friendly voices you hear on the phone scheduling clinic appointments, surgeries, and other diagnostic procedures.  They are an integral part in making sure you have a positive experience in our clinic.

Ruth Winterer works in our billing office.  She works with patient’s insurance companies to ensure claims are completed in a timely manner.  Please contact her should you have any question about your account.  She also handles all of our IT programming for our electronic medical record.