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Mercy Medical Center – New Hampton and Mercy Family Clinic are excited to welcome six family practice physicians in July and August, Dr. Jack Kline, Dr. Shea Epperly, Dr. John Epperly, Dr. Paul McQuillen, Dr. April McQuillen and Dr. Rick Moberly.
Adding these new physicians to an already strong team of providers at the clinic will bring a new level of local access to family healthcare. Patients will now have the choice of 7 physicians, which includes our new doctors and Dr. Reams, as well as three nurse practitioners, Cheryl Niewoehner, Kristen Nanke and Lori Bauler. Dr. Halverson’s last day at the clinic will be July 15, as has accepted another position and will be moving. Mercy wishes him well and thanks him for his many years of dedicated service.
Our new team of physicians will work together for you and your family to provide the very best in quality and compassionate care. These individuals have been close friends since residency and each one knows the others’ strengths and past experiences. The group dynamic they will bring to patient care in Northeast Iowa will be unique and unrivaled.
As always, any patient at Mercy Family Clinic – New Hampton has one medical record. So, no matter which provider you see at the clinic, your record remains with you. For new patients, transferring your medical records to Mercy Family Clinic – New Hampton is as easy as 1,2,3! 1. Go to www.mercynewhampton.com, click on the “Services” section to download the request for release of information OR call the Medical Records Department at 641-394-4121 to have the form mailed to you. 2. Complete the Authorization to Release / Obtain Confidential Information form. 3. Send or drop off to Mercy Medical Center – New Hampton.
After Mercy Family Clinic welcomes its new physicians in August 2010, one or two of them will be overseas at an affiliated mission hospital at any given time during the year in a rotating schedule. By practicing medicine as a group of six, Mercy is able to accommodate their mission work and hope the community will be involved in supporting their efforts. Over the past year, all six physicians have spent 5 months serving the people of Karanda, Zimbabwe.
Dr. P. McQuillen, Dr. A. McQuillen, Dr. J. Epperly, Dr. S. Epperly, Dr. Moberly and Dr. Kline have all been trained in operative obstetrics, endoscopy, inpatient and emergency medicine. They also have specialized training in rural medicine. Each physician will bring vast experience in practicing medicine and community service.
Dr. Paul McQuillen attended Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri where he met his wife, April, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology, a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and had a Spanish minor. Dr. McQuillen then went to Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and graduated from Via Christi Family Medicine Residency. Throughout Dr. McQuillen’s education, he has received numerous academic honors, participated in extracurricular activities and spent time volunteering. Dr. McQuillen’s personal interests include fine arts, hunting, fly-fishing, and spending quality time with his wife and daughter.
Dr. April McQuillen graduated from Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She then attended Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and graduated from Via Christi Family Medicine Residency. Dr. McQuillen is active in several organizations and generously volunteers locally and abroad. Dr. McQuillen’s hobbies include running, biking, swimming, snow skiing, fly-fishing, camping and spending time with her husband and daughter.
Dr. John Epperly attended Abilene Christian University in Texas, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. He graduated from the University of Arizona School of Medicine and Via Christi Family Medicine Residency. Dr. Epperly’s dedication to his career through membership in professional societies and participation in several extracurricular activities helped earn him the honor of Resident of the Year for 2 years. He was also named Chief Resident for 2008 – 2009. Dr. Epperly’s personal interests include rock climbing, mountain biking, magic, basketball, football, soccer and enjoying time as a family.
Dr. Shea Epperly graduated from Abilene Christian University in Texas, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in chemistry. She then attended the University of Arizona School of Medicine and graduated from Via Christi Family Medicine Residency. Dr. Epperly is committed to caring for underserved populations and has been involved in organizations promoting service learning. Dr. Epperly enjoys snow skiing, rock climbing, biking, playing classical guitar, reading the Bible and playing with her son and daughter.
Dr. Rick Moberly grew up in Colorado and moved to Kansas to attend Wichita State University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and a minor in chemistry. Dr. Moberly then graduated from the University of Kansas School of Medicine where he founded the Medical Center for International Outreach. Dr. Moberly also graduated from Via Christi Family Medicine Residency with special interest in obstetrics, endoscopy and international medicine. Throughout Dr. Moberly’s education, he has gained valuable experience through serving on medical clinic councils, community medical boards and volunteering his time and talents. He responded to Haiti to treat victims of the tragic earthquake in January 2010. In his free time, Dr. Moberly enjoys traveling, skiing, multimedia production and golfing.
Dr. Jack Kline graduated from East Tennessee State University and earned a Bachelor of Science with majors in biology and chemistry and a minor in humanities. Dr. Kline then attended Meharry Medical College in Nashville and graduated from Via Christi Family Medicine Residency this summer. Dr. Kline also attends Southern Baptist Theological Seminary studying pastoral care and counseling and in December 2010, will become a Master of Divinity. Dr. Kline’s Christian faith has led him to not only work in the medical setting but also volunteer his time and skills to those in need. He is active in numerous medical associations and Christian Ministries and been honored with scholarships and awards for his service. Dr. Kline’s personal interests include basketball, football, soccer, racquetball, outdoor activities, car and house repair computer work and reading.
Appointments are being taken now for all providers and new patients are being accepted. Call 641-394-2151.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
New Physicians’ Meet & Greet
Thursday, August 19 from 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Mini Concert on Main sponsored by Mercy Medical Center – New Hampton
At the corner of Main St. and Chestnut in New Hampton.
Featuring great music by “Wagg” and a free bouncy house for the kids
Delicious food and refreshing beverages will be available for sale.
Rain location: TBA. Organized by New Horizons-Chamber.
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