FAMILY
Your family's health is our top priority
KIDS
We care for your children as if they are our own
WOMEN
Each woman has unique needs, we are here for you
DENTAL
Our dental team is ready to serve your family
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Your mental health is just as important as your physical well-being.
Find a Provider
At Eastern Iowa Health Center, your health matters. Our team is here to make sure you and your family stay healthy. One of the most important parts of healthcare is selecting a provider you can trust. We are proud to have several experienced, trusted and caring physicians and nurse practitioners on our team, many of whom speak multiple languages. Our providers are listed below by service; if you have any questions or would like help selecting the best provider for you or your family, please call us at 319.730.7300.
Family Medicine Providers
Anita Simison, MD
Dr. Simison is a Family Medicine Provider and Lead Family Medicine Physician. Her interests include women's health, preventative medicine and family planning.
Malhar Gore, MD
Dr. Gore is a Family Medicine Provider with more than 29 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from the University of South Florida School of Medicine.
Kati Carpenter, DNP, ARNP, FNP-C
Kati Carpenter earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Iowa.
Tanya Walters, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C
Tanya’s goal is to provide all patients with exceptional, non-judgmental and compassionate care.
Nabiya Arshad, MD
Dr. Arshad is a Pediatric Provider. Some of her interests include newborn care, adolescent medicine, and preventative care.
Kristen Armstrong, PA-C
Kristen Armstrong, physician assistant (PA), specializes in geriatric care.
Vida Pandzic, PA-C
Vida Pandzic, physician assistant (PA-C) encourages patients to play an active role in their care.
Pediatric Providers
Anita Simison, MD
Dr. Simison is a Family Medicine Provider and Lead Family Medicine Physician. Her interests include women's health, preventative medicine and family planning.
Nabiya Arshad, MD
Dr. Arshad is a Pediatric Provider. Some of her interests include newborn care, adolescent medicine, and preventative care.
Kati Carpenter, DNP, ARNP, FNP-C
Kati Carpenter earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Iowa.
Women's Health (OB/GYN) Providers
Anthony Eschliman, DO
Dr. Eschliman is the Chief Medical Officer and Lead OB/Gyn Provider.
Marcus Barnett, MD, FACOG
Dr. Barnett received his medical degree from UTMB - Galveston. He specializes in pregnancy care and is accepting new patients.
Bassel Eid, MD, FACOG
Dr. Eid, Director of Obstetric Services, speaks fluent Arabic and specializes in minimally invasive surgery and high-risk pregnancy.
Sidney Smith, MD, FACOG
Dr. Smith specializes in robotic surgery, menopausal care and high-risk pregnancy.
Amy Smolucha, MD
Dr. Smolucha completed her medical education Saint George's University School of Medicine and her OB/GYN residency at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago, IL.
Nicole Baccam, MSN, WHNP-C
Nicole Baccam, Women's Health Provider, specializes in contraceptive and prenatal care.
Sara Olmstead, MSN, ARNP, WHNP-C
Sara Olmstead is a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner that specializes in contraceptive and prenatal care..
Trisha Welsh, CNM, ARNP
Trisha Welsh is a Certified Nurse Midwife and Nurse Practitioner who specializes in natural pregnancy,
Dental Providers
Diana Jones, DDS
Dr. Jones, Chief Dental Officer, received her education from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. She loves meeting and working with new patients.
Stephanie Cooper, DDS
Dr. Cooper received her education from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry.
Natalie Saur, DDS
Dr. Saur received her education from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and completed a Hospital Dentistry rotation.
Behavioral Health Providers
Sarah Blader, MSW, LISW
Sarah received her Master's of Social Work from the University. She provides behavioral health services.
Natalie Quinn, MSW, LISW
Natalie completed her Master's of Social Work from St. Ambrose University. She is a therapist providing behavioral health services.
Diane Sorensen, MSW, LISW
Diane completed her Masters of Social work from the University of Northern Iowa. She specializes in:
Proud to Partner with University of Iowa Nurse Practitioner Program
Andrea Achenbach, DNP, ARNP, FNP-C
She has been a family nurse practitioner since 2011. Prior to earning her Master of Science in Nursing degree Andrea was an Emergency Room nurse for three years. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
Krista Ford, DNP, ARNP, FNP-C
Krista specializes as a family nurse practitioner. Krista enjoys all aspects of family care and serving patients of all ages. She specifically enjoys health promotion and prevention.
Amalia Gedney-Lose, DNP, ANRP, NP-C
Amalia worked as a staff nurse in the Emergency Department while working on her DNP. After graduation, she transitioned to practice as a family nurse practitioner in a primary care family medicine clinic in rural Iowa
No matter which of our providers you choose, know that everyone at Eastern Iowa Health Center cares about your physical, emotional and mental health. You can expect quality care each time you visit Eastern Iowa Health Center.
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