Our patients include retired ranchers, single parents, people experiencing homelessness, nursing home residents, and members of Montana’s 12 recognized tribes.
Where our patients are:
Billings: Main clinic, 2 hospitals, 3 school-based clinics, 2 Healthcare for the Homeless sites, long- and short-term nursing homes
Rural Clinics: Bridger, Joliet & Worden
Because the Montana Family Medicine Residency Program is tied to an urban Community Health Center, our residents gain experience in managing complex medical and psychosocial issues for patients who often have limited resources.
Our residents are able to build close relationships with each other, faculty, and staff, which creates a dynamic team environment.
Medical interests: Full-spectrum family medicine
Language: English
Joined Staff: 2026
Schooling:
Outside interests: Rockhunting, checking cows, rollerblading
Why I chose MFMR: To be home and learn where I am most comfortable.
Medical interests: Preventive medicine, women’s health, wilderness and rural medicine.
Language: English
Joined Staff: 2026
Schooling:
Outside interests: Needlepointing, scrapbooking, hiking, fly fishing. I also love finding all of the good coffee spots in town and going for walks with my girlfriend and our dog.
Why I chose MFMR: I was looking for a full spectrum residency with emphasis on rural medicine with the goal of ending up a little bit closer to my parents who live in the mountains of Canada. I fell in love with the people and mission of MFMR, both Billings and MFMR immediately felt like home and the perfect place to grow both personally and professionally.
Medical interests: Preventive, Addiction, Wound Care, Public Health, Wilderness, and Emergency Medicine
Language: English, French, Urdu
Joined Staff: 2026
Schooling:
Outside interests: Skiing, Reading, Community Outreach, Watching Movies, Traveling, Chess, and Fencing.
Why I chose MFMR: I chose MFMR for the outstanding clinical training combined with unique opportunities that align with my career goals. The biggest draw was MFMR’s strong emphasis on
wilderness medicine and its commitment to addressing healthcare throughout the community.
During my training here, I’m eager to deepen my skills in wilderness medicine, learning how to provide care in remote and austere environments. I am equally excited to gain insight into public policy topics that influence healthcare delivery throughout different settings. This dual exposure will equip me with the clinical expertise and a system-wide understanding needed to respond effectively during humanitarian crises. Ultimately, I aspire to work with organizations such as Red Cross/Red Crescent and Médcins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders), delivering aid where it is needed the most. The comprehensive training at MFMR will prepare me to serve with competence, adaptability and compassion from local to global stages!
Medical interests: Health and wellness, sports medicine, wilderness medicine, longevity, functional and metabolic medicine, integrative and holistic medicine, correctional medicine, and caring for underserved populations, including veterans, Native American, Hispanic, and immigrant communities.
Language: English
Joined Staff: 2026
Schooling:
Outside interests: Outdoor adventures with my daughter, fitness, international travel, hiking, mountain biking, camping, backcountry skiing, yoga, lifting, and learning from the life experiences of others.
Why I chose MFMR: Montana Family Medicine Residency is where I belong, from the leadership and training opportunities to the beauty of the incredible state of Montana. It felt like the right place to become the kind of physician I hope to be: broad-spectrum, community-minded, practical, and deeply committed to caring for people who need it most.
My path to medicine has been anything but traditional, and MFMR stood out as a program where that background could be an asset. I was drawn to the opportunity to care for patients from all walks of life within a welcoming community where I can truly belong.
I am excited to join the RiverStone Health family, build meaningful relationships in Montana, and continue learning how to serve patients with skill, humility, and heart.
Medical interests: Outpatient primary care, POCUS, mental health, wilderness medicine
Language: English
Joined Staff: 2026
Schooling:
Outside interests: Reading, baking, crafting, spending time with my dogs.
Why I chose MFMR: I chose MFMR for the program’s strong focus on collaboration over competition between residents and its inclusive model providing full-spectrum care. I was excited by the full integration of POCUS into the program and access to portable ultrasound throughout training.
Medical interests: Family medicine, addiction medicine, chronic pain management, preventive care, and the biopsychosocial dimensions of primary care. Prior training in general surgery and NIH-funded cardiovascular research informs a whole-patient approach to care.
Language: English
Joined Staff: 2026
Schooling:
Outside interests: Christianity and biblical study; astrophotography (Montana’s dark skies are already calling); AI-powered clinical tool development; recovery community ministry approached through a Christian theological lens.
Why I chose MFMR: During a competitive match process, MFMR extended me an offer I said yes to without hesitation — and I haven’t looked back. What made it easy wasn’t just the program’s clinical breadth or its genuine emphasis on addiction medicine and behavioral health. It was the people. From my very first interaction with the faculty and program, I felt genuinely welcomed — not as a candidate, but as a person. Montana itself excites me for the same reason: the landscape is extraordinary, and these are communities where relationship-driven, whole-person care still means everything. I came for the training; I’m staying for the place and the people.
Medical interests:Sports medicine, addiction medicine, chronic disease management
Language: English, Nepali, Hindi
Joined Staff: 2026
Schooling:
Outside interests: Exploring new places and landscapes, hiking, hunting new food spots, avid sports fan (soccer, cricket), interest in American and Nepalese history.
Why I chose MFMR:MFMR’s commitment to full-spectrum family medicine training provides the ideal environment for me to develop into a physician with a broad scope of practice. I am especially drawn to the opportunity to serve communities with limited access to healthcare while gaining experience across the full spectrum of family medicine. Training in the beautiful state of Montana is an added bonus.
Medical interests: POCUS, Wound Care
Language: English, Spanish
Joined Staff: 2026
Schooling:
Outside interests: Woodworking, beating my children in Mario Kart.
Why I chose MFMR: Unopposed full-spectrum training with a variety of settings and populations. The town is large enough to have a school and affordable enough to live as a family during residency.
Medical interests: POCUS, Intubation, Central Lines, A Lines, Chest Tubes, Wound Care, Wilderness Medicine, OB-GYN, Pathology, Rural Medicine, OMT
Language: English
Joined Staff: 2026
Schooling:
Outside interests:Water activities such as swimming, boating, kayaking. Anything musical, listening, playing, attending live shows. Movies and ballet.
Why I chose MFMR:To be honest, it chose me. I feel very fortunate, flattered, and blessed, as a result. I’m very excited about my future.
Medical interests: Full-spectrum rural family medicine
Language: English
Joined Staff: 2026
Schooling:
Outside interests: Outside of medicine, I enjoy traveling, being outdoors, and exploring new places. I also enjoy reading, dancing, going to concerts, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Why I chose MFMR: MFMR stood out to me because of its strong focus on full-spectrum rural family medicine and caring for underserved communities. Growing up in rural areas and participating in the Rural Urban Underserved Program during medical school reinforced my passion for rural healthcare. Montana reminds me of home, and I feel MFMR is the perfect place to train in comprehensive rural medicine while learning from outstanding faculty and mentors.
Hometown: Fresno, Calif.
Medical School: Rocky Vista University, Ivins, Utah
Undergraduate Degree: Fresno State University, Fresno, Calif.
Medical interests: Sports medicine, preventative medicine, ultrasound.
Outside Interests: Running/exercise, hiking, cooking, baking.
Life before medicine: I was adopted from Pusan, South Korea and grew up in Fresno, Calif. I ran cross country and track and field from the 4th grade until I graduated high school. I attended Fresno State studying biochemistry. During undergraduate and into my 2 gap years, I worked as a scribe in the emergency department as well as an orthopedic clinic.
Favorite music: I’m very spontaneous when it comes to music, shuffle Spotify and we’re on our way.
Favorite movies: I’m a terrible movie watcher; you’ll more than likely find me getting distracted or falling asleep on the couch midway.
Why I chose MFMR: I chose Montana Family Medicine for its broad-spectrum training that prepares me for full-scope practice. In addition, the welcoming and supportive team stood out, creating an environment where I can grow both personally and professionally.
Hometown: Mesa, Ariz.
Medical School: Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, D.C.
Undergraduate Degree: University of Arizona, Tucson, Ariz.
Medical interests: I have a passion for teaching medicine—whether it’s working with medical students, patients or fellow physicians. I’m also deeply curious about the evolving role of AI in healthcare and excited to see how it continues to shape our field.
Outside Interests: I’ll try just about anything—as long as it doesn’t involve jumping out of a plane (though that might be on the agenda tomorrow). I enjoy hiking, camping, video games, cooking, fishing, bowling, baseball, golf, discovering hidden gems, and rewatching my favorite TV shows.
Life before medicine: I’ve been fortunate to build friendships with people from all walks of life—lawyers, waiters, photographers, executives, musicians, chefs, and more. Each of them has shaped who I am and helped foster the openness and perspective I bring to medicine.
Favorite music: My music choices depend on the vibe. On a long drive, I’ll switch between ‘90s grunge, indie rock, rap, or a good podcast. I mellow out with jazzy tunes in the kitchen, study with EDM, play oldies and classic rock at pool parties, and sometimes drive my friends crazy with System of a Down.
Favorite movies: A timeless classic: Back to the Future. Fun fact—the Gibson guitar Marty plays at the Enchantment Under the Sea dance is still missing. If only we could go back in time to find it!
Why I chose MFMR: Montana Family Medicine Residency came on my radar later in the process, but it quickly stood out. From the moment I connected with members of the program, I was struck by its culture of support and inclusion. The fact that it’s located in Montana—a place surrounded by the nature I love—made it the perfect fit.
Hometown: Palm Desert, Calif.
Medical School: A.T. Still University, Kirksville, MO
Undergraduate Degree: B.S., Biology, Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, Ariz.
Medical interests: Sports medicine, wilderness medicine
Outside Interests: Mountain biking, hiking, weightlifting, dirt bikes, snowboarding, basketball, and hanging out with friends.
Life before medicine: I grew up in Missouri and Ohio and then moved to California as a kid. After graduating from college, I had a gap year during COVID followed by starting medical school.
Favorite music: I listen to everything but mainly enjoy country and some pop music
Favorite movies: Lord of the Rings, Despicable Me, The Rundown
Why I chose MFMR: I wanted a program that would deliver comprehensive care while also being supportive and responsive to resident feedback. Being in Montana is a great plus as well.
Hometown: New York
Medical School: Saint James School of Medicine, Anguilla
Undergraduate Degree: University of Kent, Canterbury, England
Medical interests: Global health
Outside Interests: Hiking, scuba diving, wheel throwing, hot yoga, cooking.
Life before medicine: Sports therapist
Why I chose MFMR: I like the camaraderie of the program and the fact that it had a wilderness/rural track which aligns with my global health interest.
Hometown: Shelley, Idaho
Medical School: Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergraduate Degree: University of Idaho; Biochemistry, Minor in Chemistry
Medical interests: Addiction medicine, sports medicine, preventative medicine
Outside Interests: Snowboarding, skateboarding, guitar and hanging with my goldendoodle Piper.
Life before medicine: I lived in Boise after undergrad to enjoy time with friends. I worked in a food laboratory and medical laboratory. I loved to float the Boise River when I could and go camping as much as possible.
Favorite music: Hip-hop, indie, classic rock
Favorite movies: Forest Gump, Sandlot, Interstellar, Pulp Fiction, GoodFellas
Why I chose MFMR: I loved Billings as soon as I rolled into town. I remember having a feeling that this is where I could picture the next three years of my life. The curriculum seemed everything and above what I was looking for. The faculty were so supportive, and to top it off there were helpful residents who didn’t hesitate to make me feel welcome and answer any questions that I may have had which solidified my decision.
Hometown: Brighton, Ill.
Medical School: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, Ill.
Undergraduate Degree: B.S. in Biology, Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville, Ill.
Medical interests: Primary care, lifestyle medicine, preventative medicine, wilderness medicine
Outside Interests: Spending time with my wife and two dogs, camping, fishing, golfing, hiking, and playing piano and saxophone.
Life before medicine: I grew up in a small farming community in southern Illinois, spending time doing outdoor activities and playing basketball and music. I developed an aptitude for science in high school and decided to pursue these interests at SIUE, where I worked as a teaching assistant in the chemistry and physics departments.
Favorite music: 90s/2000s country, classic rock, jazz
Favorite movies: Lord of the Rings trilogy, Star Wars, Indiana Jones
Why I chose MFMR: The chance to train in full-spectrum rural family medicine in a beautiful location was an opportunity I could not pass up. From my very first interactions with residents, faculty and staff, I was met with warmth and support. I felt that I would fit in quite well in such a welcoming environment.
Hometown: Bismarck, ND
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA
Undergraduate Degree: Montana State University, Bozeman
Medical interests: Rural healthcare, prevention, wilderness medicine, emergency medicine, veteran health, American Indian & Alaskan Native health
Outside Interests: Recreating outside including hiking, kayaking, climbing and skiing; playing soccer; acoustic guitar; spending quality time with my wife Nora; connecting with
family and friends at our cabin in Red Lodge.
Life before medicine: I spent time working as a nursing assistant at a critical access hospital and level 2 emergency department, completed a graduate certificate in public
health through the University of North Dakota, and enjoyed volunteering as a ski patroller
Favorite music: A mix of county, folk, and alternative
Favorite movies: Anything related to Lord of the Rings/The Hobbit
Why I chose MFMR: I chose MFMR due to my prior connections to the state and the program’s focus on caring for underserved populations, rural opportunities, and wilderness medicine training; All while being close to family and friends in both Montana and neighboring North Dakota. I look forward to reconnecting with and caring for the people and places of Montana.
Hometown: Missoula, MT
Medical School: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Parker, CO)
Undergraduate Degree: University of Montana
Graduate School: Colorado State University
Medical interests: Sports medicine, lifestyle medicine, wilderness medicine, emergency medicine, ultrasound
Outside Interests: I enjoy outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, hunting (rifle and archery), wildlife/landscape photography, and golfing. I’m a fan of the Minnesota Vikings, Montana Griz, and Formula 1 racing. In my downtime, I unwind with eSports and video games. I love binge-watching shows, discovering new movies, and spending time with my dogs.
Life before medicine: I grew up in Missoula, doing all things outdoors and playing soccer and football. I attended the University of Montana and then worked as a CNA at the local hospital in Missoula. Following that, I went to Colorado to get a Master’s in Human Anatomy and Physiology and then worked in neonatal research, doing a lot of skiing during those years.
Favorite music: I’ll listen to anything, but mostly the following artists: Dierks Bentley, Parker McCollum, Thomas Rhett, Post Malone, and Kygo.
Favorite movies: Interstellar, Lord of The Rings Trilogy, Top Gun, Rogue One, Warrior, Harry Potter
Why I chose MFMR: Growing up in the “Last Best Place,” I knew I was to return to the state, whether before or after training. MFMR was welcoming and genuine and seemed like a good fit for the opportunities to enhance my proficiency in full-scope rural medicine, wilderness medicine, sports medicine and be prepared to practice medicine and serve the people of Montana.
Hometown: Michigan City, Indiana
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Undergraduate Degree: Texas A&M
Medical interests: Women’s health, mental health, chronic disease management
Outside Interests: Cooking, camping, weightlifting, swimming
Life before medicine: Exploring BBQ joints and anything college football
Favorite music: Midland, Queen, David Bowie, Johnny Cash
Favorite movies: Dune, The Revenant, House of the Dragon
Why I chose MFMR: After interviewing, I was impressed by the program’s conducive environment for broad scope training and alleviating health disparities. The people were down to earth. In conjunction with the stunning surrounding scenery and bountiful outdoor activities, it was difficult to pass up.
Hometown: Carthage, MO
Medical School: Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergraduate Degree: Missouri Southern State University
Medical interests: Rural outpatient, women’s health/ OB
Outside Interests: Tennis, hiking, traveling, Netflix
Life before medicine: I spent a large majority of my time dedicated to gymnastics from competing to coaching.
Favorite music: Zach Bryan
Favorite movies: Practical Magic and Step Brothers
Why I chose MFMR: I chose MFMR because of the rural training, the location, and the atmosphere. Every resident and faculty member were very welcoming and I felt like I fit in very well with the program.
Hometown: Dade City, Florida
Medical School: A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona
Undergraduate Degree: University of South Florida
Medical interests: Preventative medicine, team-based decision making, obstetrics, newborn care and pediatric milestones
Outside Interests: Cooking, baking, crocheting, coffee (I have every fancy coffee maker you could ever want), road trips, and amusement parks.
Life before medicine:I worked as a server for six years at Longhorn Steakhouse. I initially started out hosting, but worked my way up and ended up training all of the new hires before my departure in 2020. I loved being in a fast-paced environment that was heavily team-focused. I had a second job during this time where I worked as an anatomy TA at USF MCOM. I have always loved anatomy and being able to apply it through medical school and now residency excites me! I am the middle child of three, and I am the first doctor in my family.
Favorite music: Folk, indie, alternative, pop and dance music, Irish music
Favorite movies: Lord of the Rings (all of them), Stardust, Kill Bill I, The Hateful Eight
Why I chose MFMR: I love the idea of being able to practice full-scope medicine in a rural area, and this program offers that unlike any that I have come across.
Hometown: Great Falls, MT
Medical School: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
Undergraduate Degree: University of Wisconsin-Madison
Medical interests: Primary care, pediatrics, women’s health
Outside Interests: Hiking, gardening, walking my dog
Life before medicine: I took a wandering route to medical school. I first had a career in chemistry before heading back to school to pursue my dream of becoming a physician.
Favorite music: I like variety over any specific genre.
Favorite movies: Star Wars
Why I chose MFMR: I wanted to stay in Montana and be part of a team committed to serving the community.
Hometown: Spanish Fork, Utah
Medical School: University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Services
Medical interests: Wilderness medicine, rural medicine and sports medicine
Outside Interests: I love being outdoors, including hiking, fishing, hunting and snowboarding.
Life before medicine: 4 1/2 years in the Air Force as a TACP with 2 combat tours to Afghanistan, 7 years as a wildland firefighter and paramedic
Favorite music: Rock n’ roll
Favorite movies: Dumb and Dumber, Tommy Boy
Why I chose MFMR: Amazing place to be.
Hometown: Wilmington, Delaware
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergraduate Degree: University of Delaware
Medical interests: Rural family medicine, wilderness medicine, OMT, lifestyle medicine
Outside Interests: Yoga, running, hiking, skiing, spending time with family and my two dogs, cooking, playing backgammon, needlepoint
Life before medicine: I grew up in Delaware with my family and moved to Northern California in high school and lived next to the Dipsea Trail.
Favorite music: All kinds! Caamp is a current favorite band.
Favorite movies: Reality tv shows on Netflix
Why I chose MFMR: Full-spectrum rural family medical training, looking forward to moving and starting a family in beautiful Billings, MT where we can do lots of outdoor activities.
Hometown: State College, PA
Medical School: Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Undergraduate Degree: Penn State University
Medical interests: Rural medicine, preventative care, advance care planning, music as medicine
Outside Interests: Playing violin, hiking, painting and crafting
Life before medicine: In addition to an interest in the life sciences passed down from my parents, I grew up doing a lot of art and music, including painting, dancing, playing piano and violin, and singing in a competitive choir. Upon finishing college, I took a leap away from home and did a year of AmeriCorps VISTA service in Missoula, MT, working on a telehealth initiative for a mental health organization.
Favorite music: J-pop, K-pop, and a good number of semiprofessional singer-songwriters.
Favorite movies: The Studio Ghibli classics.
Why I chose MFMR: After spending a year working in Montana before medical school, which felt all too short, I was eager for the chance to come back as a resident and join the rural medicine community here that had so impressed me before. My interview with MFMR fully assured me that this program would stretch my comfort zone, and push me to be more creative and confident in my medical practice.
Schooling: M.D., Ross University School of Medicine, Portsmouth, Dominica
B.A. in Biochemistry Biophysics and Microbiology, Whitman College, Walla Walla, Wash.
Residency: Montana Family Medicine Residency, graduated in 2015
Board certification: American Board of Family Medicine diplomate
Joined Faculty: 2015
Medical interests: Full spectrum, hospital and addiction medicine as well as clinical reasoning.
Family: Married to Katie, we have one son and one daughter.
Outside interests: Barbecue and cooking, hiking, biking, skiing, travel and podcasts.
The most satisfying part of teaching: Working with underserved patients in a Community Health Center with a focus on teaching many levels of students and residents. Running the simulation program. Working with residents to develop skills to work in rural and underserved areas.
Schooling: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, MD and Ph.D. Washington State University, Pullman, Wash., bachelor’s degree in genetics and biodiversity, master’s degree in biotechnology.
Medical residency: University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine, Las Vegas and Winnemucca, Nev.
Board certification: American Board of Family Medicine.
Joined staff: 2021.
Medical interests: Rural medicine, preventative medicine, maternity and obstetrical care, healthcare policy, healthcare technology.
Family: Husband, Brent Denisar-Green, and dog, Teddy.
Outside interests: Travel, reading suspense and fiction, listening to NPR, documentary consumption and computer gaming.
Most satisfying part of teaching: Watching a resident’s knowledge, skills and confidence grow over months and years.
Schooling: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Parker CO. B.S. in Cell Biology & Neuroscience 2009, M.S. in Health Science 2010 Montana State University Bozeman MT.
Residency: Montana Family Medicine Residency, Billings MT.
Board certification: American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians
Joined staff: 2023
Medical interests: Disease prevention, provider wellness, accessible and inclusive care for all
Outside interests: Travel, hiking, reading, baking
Family: Partner and our Labrador retriever, Otis
Most satisfying part of teaching: Helping medical learners find their passion in medicine
Schooling: M.D., University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Md.
Undergraduate degree, Connecticut College, New London, Conn.
Residency: University of Chicago, Ill.
Board certification: American Board Internal Medicine; American Board of Pediatrics
Joined Faculty: 2011
Medical interests: Pediatrics, access to care, obesity and diabetes
Outside interests: Hiking, downhill skiing and spending time with family
Schooling: M.D., Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pa
B.S., Civil & Environmental Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.
Residency: Montana Family Medicine Residency, Billings, Mont.
Board certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Joined Faculty: 2014
Medical interests: Health policy and health system improvement, prenatal care and ultrasound, women’s health, dermatology, sports medicine and musculoskeletal care.
Family: My family includes my wife, Kristin, a young son, a young daughter, and our rescue dog, Kona. I grew up in Allentown, Pa., where my mother is a family doctor.
Outside interests: Hiking, biking, running, skiing, fly-fishing, yoga, and spending time with friends and family.
The most satisfying part of teaching: The people, the opportunity to care for underserved patients, and the ability to work for a forward-thinking organization with a commitment to quality healthcare for the entire community.
Schooling: M.D., University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA.
B.S. in Physiology, Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, WA
Residency: Montana Family Medicine Residency, Billings, MT
Board certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Joined Faculty: 2021
Medical interests: Primary Care, Women’s Health, Preventative Medicine, Medical Informatics
Family: I am married to my high school sweetheart, Andy, and we have 3 pandemic fur babies.
Outside interests: Spending time with family and friends exploring new places and cultures through travel, road trips, hiking, and dining.
The most satisfying part of teaching: Helping learners navigate the challenging path to becoming a board-certified physician, while learning alongside them.
Schooling: M.D.: University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle WA.
Undergraduate degree: Montana State University, Bozeman MT.
Residency: Montana Family Medicine Residency, Billings MT.
Board certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Year joined faculty: 2014, full time 2021
Medical interests: Pediatrics and obstetrics; sports medicine; preventive medicine.
Outside interests: Spending time with my wife of 32 years, Nancy, and visiting our kids, all five of them, and grandkids, two of them, in five different states. Train year round to compete in triathlons; fly fish year-round; backpacking trips and camping; brewing beer at home and commercially.
Schooling: Schooling: M.D., University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
Public psychiatry fellow, Columbia University, New York, NY
Residencies: University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver, CO, Psychiatry; Columbia University, New York, NY, public psychiatry fellowship
B.S., biology and Spanish, Rocky Mountain College, Billings, MT
Board certification: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2006.
Joined staff: 2021
Medical interests: Collaborative care, de-prescribing, mood disorders
Outside interests: Skiing, hiking, biking, reading and travel.
Schooling: M.D., Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA.
Undergraduate: Iowa State University, Ames, IA.
Graduate: Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, master of education in Health Professions.
Residency: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; Internal Medicine Residency, Infectious Diseases Fellowship
Medical interests: Care of people living with HIV and/or identifying as LGBTQ+, prevention and treatment of infectious diseases, developing and providing interprofessional medical education for patients, medical providers and the public
Outside interests: Seeking out people, books, music, shows, and outdoor activities that allow me to see or experience life from a different perspective.
Schooling:
Residency: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency: University of Washington and Providence Medical Center Monroe, WA
Board certification: Ambulatory Care Pharmacotherapy Specialist
Joined Faculty: 2020
Medical interests: Internal/family medicine, cardiology, psychiatric and substance use medication management, medication safety/polypharmacy
Family: I have a husband (Joe) who is the welding/wood shop teaching at Laurel High School. Three children Bradie, Hadley and Tate. We have lived in Billings area for since 2013.
Outside interests: Golfing, gardening, chicken tending, camping, running, and spending time with my husband and three small children
The most satisfying part of teaching: As the only clinical pharmacist on MFMR faculty, the most satisfying part of teaching is working with the residents on clinically complex medical patients to optimize medication therapy, enhance their pharmacotherapy and therapeutics knowledge, and guide them in evidence-based medicine discussions to provide the most appropriate patient-centered treatments and care.
Schooling:
Residency: Montana Family Medicine Residency, Billings, MT
Language: English
Joined Faculty: 2025
Medical interests: Diabetes management, public health, preventive medicine, pediatrics, nutrition, rural health, OMT and women’s health.
Family: I am very close with my four brothers and parents.
Outside interests: Running/exercise, hiking, cooking, baking.
The most satisfying part of teaching: Being able to help people find that “I’ve got it now” moment and building confidence in abilities are the best parts of teaching.
Schooling:
Residency: Montana Family Medicine Residency, Billings, MT
Joined Faculty: 2025
Medical interests: Adult and pediatric primary care, women’s health, preventative medicine.
Family: Husband Shane, daughter Adeline and Lab Penny
Outside interests: Cooking, Spending time with my daughter, looking up woodworking projects for my husband to do on Pinterest.
The most satisfying part of teaching: Being able to take part in educating the next generation of physicians.
Schooling:
Residency: Memorial Family Medicine Residency, South Bend, IN
Board certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Joined faculty: 2025
Medical interests: Refugee health, international medicine, addiction medicine, behavioral health, OMT
Family: Wife Kaitlyn and three children: Elliott, Lucy and Milo
Outside interests: I love spending time with my family in the outdoors. I enjoy playing and watching all sports, especially soccer and basketball. I can often be found playing or enjoying good music.
The most satisfying part of teaching: I love seeing the growth of young physicians as they develop into their own practice and become more confident in their skills. I also love that young physicians and learner are always asking questions, which helps keep me up to date on guidelines and recommendations.
Schooling: M.D St. Louis University School of Medicine, Mo.
Undergraduate: B.A. Psychology from University of California , La Jolla
Residency: UCLA Family Practice Residency/Santa Monica
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine, American Board of Addiction Medicine
Joined faculty: 2018
Medical interests: Belief in care of the whole person, with fellowship training in Integrative Medicine as well as board certification in Addiction Medicine. I care for people with complex medical stories including fatigue, chronic pain, substance use disorders and psychiatric co-morbidities and work as a team with the patient to feel empowered and have a more functional and better quality life.
Family: Married for more than two decades to Richie Solomon. Two college-age children studying in Colorado, plus two cats, two dogs, lots of friends and extended family.
Outside interests: Spending time with family, going to live music and symphony performances, yoga, especially kundalini yoga, and trying new things like fishing and ukulele.
The most satisfying part of teaching: Watching students learn something new and then apply that knowledge.
Schooling: M.D., University of New Mexico (Combined B.A./M.D. Program), Albuquerque, New Mexico
Undergraduate: B.S., Psychology, B.A., Biology, B.A., Health Medicine and Human Values/Minor in Chemistry
Residency: University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Joined faculty: 2025
Medical interests: Full-spectrum family medicine, rural health and continuity of care (outpatient, inpatient & maternity care), maternal and child health, prenatal care, labor and delivery, postpartum and newborn care.
Family: I am excited to be in my husband’s hometown with our two adorable (and rambunctious) rescue dogs! We enjoy spending time in nature and are working on our hobby farm/homestead and spending lots of time with family.
Outside interests: Hiking, camping, backpacking, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
The most satisfying part of teaching: Teaching provides and opportunity to continuously learn, challenge yourself and identify areas of growth. I have had some wonderful mentors in my life. I am excited to share my passion for full-spectrum family medicine and maternity care, while helping learners identify their own area of interest for future practice.
Schooling: M.D University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville, VA
Undergraduate: B.A. Mechanical Engineering Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA
Residency: Montana Family Medicine Residency, Billings, MT
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Joined faculty: 2023
Medical interests: Preventative care and procedural care
Family: Friends and my dog, Stevie
Outside interests: Hiking, skiing, cooking and travel
The most satisfying part of teaching: Working together to learn and grow.
Schooling: UHSCOM, KC (Kansas City University), Kansas City, MO
Undergraduate: BA, Biology and Russian Area Studies, Baylor University, Waco, TX
Residency: Internal Medicine – Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, MO; Osteopathic Rotating Internship – Riverside Health System, Wichita, KS
Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine
Joined faculty: 2023
Medical interests: Inpatient care, critical care, safe & effective transitions of care, inpatient safety and morbidity mortality
Outside interests: Travel, kayaking, hiking, dogs, cats, animals & social justice
Schooling: D. Min Counseling and M. Min. Christian/Pastoral Counseling, Andersonville Theological Seminary, Camilla, Ga. Advanced Graduate Study, Counselor Education and Educational Psychology Mississippi State University, Starkville, Miss.; M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling, Montana State University-Billings.
Undergraduate degree: B.S. in Psychology/Sociology, Montana State University Billings
Board certification: Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
Joined Faculty: 2014
Professional interests: Theophostic/Nouthetic Counseling, homelessness, life stories and transitions.
Family: I’m married to Anna, have three children, and two dogs
Outside interests: Road trips, exercise, hiking, sports, reading, writing, music, classic stuff
The most satisfying part of teaching at MFMR: Energetic residents, gifted staff, and opportunities to grow professionally.
The Montana Family Medicine Residency is supported by a highly competent staff. Clinicians, health professionals, administrators and support staff all work together to not only ensure the best residency experience possible but also the highest quality of care for patients.
After finishing their MFMR residency, the majority of our alumni choose to stay in Montana. This creates a valuable network of providers across Big Sky Country.
Hometown: Lame Deer, Mont.
College: Bachelor of cell biology and neuroscience, Montana State University, Bozeman, Mont.
Medical School: Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, N.M.
Hometown: Miami, Fla.
College: B.S., physics, Florida International University, Miami
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine, Barbados
Hometown: Spokane, Wash.
College: B.A., Carroll College, Helena, MT
Medical school: Rocky Vista University, Parker, CO
Hometown: Oxford, Miss.
College: B.S., biology with chemistry minor, University of Mississippi “Ole Miss”
Medical school: University of Mississippi School of Medicine, Jackson
Hometown: Grand Forks, ND
College: B.S., University of North Dakota, Grand Forks
Medical School: University of North Dakota School of Medicine, Grand Forks
Hometown: Farmington, Utah
College: B.A., major in Spanish, emphasis in international business, and a minor in chemistry, from Weber State University, Ogden, UT.
Medical school: Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM
Hometown: Bozeman, Mont.
College: Metropolitan State University of Denver/University of Colorado Denver
Medical School: American University of Antigua College of Medicine
Hometown: Baxter, Minn.
College: UB.A., biology, Concordia College, Moorhead, Minn.
Medical school: University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, Minn.
Hometown: New Town, N.D.
College: University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, bachelor of science.
Medical School: University of North Dakota School of Medicine, Grand Forks.
Hometown: Glasgow, Mont.
College: Cell biology and neuroscience, Montana State University, Bozeman.
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle.
Hometown: Somerville, Ala.
College: University of Alabama – Tuscaloosa, bachelor of science in biology, bachelor of art in history with Japanese minor. Eastern Mennonite University, Harrisonburg, Va., master’s degree in biomedicine.
Medical school: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Ivins, Utah.
Hometown: Meadville, Pa.
College: College of Wooster, Wooster, Ohio, bachelor’s in biology.
Medical school: A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (year 2-4 clinical rotations in Seattle area).
Hometown: Southwest Ranches, Fla.
College: Bachelor’s in biology, Florida Atlantic University
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine, Barbados
Hometown: Mill Creek, Wash.
College: Bachelor of arts, Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, Pa.
Medical school: University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle.
Hometown: Saint Louis, Mo.
College: Bachelor’s in biochemistry and molecular biology, Rhodes College, Memphis, Tenn.
Medical School: A. T. Still University-Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, Mo.
Hometown: Plevna, Mont.
College: Rocky Mountain College, Billings.
Medical school: University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle.
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York
College: Baruch College/City University of New York, BBA. Columbia University, School of General Studies, New York, N.Y., post-baccalaureate pre-medical.
Medical School: Frank Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University, North Haven, Conn.
Hometown: Warrenville, Ill.
College: Montana State University, Bozeman
Medical School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Harlem N.Y.
Hometown: Castle Rock, Colo.
College: Gordon College, Wenham, Mass., Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Md. (MPH)
Medical School: The Medical School of International Health, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beersheva, Israel
Hometown: Portland, Ore., is my birthplace, but Ellensburg, Wash., feels like home.
College: Central Washington University, Ellensburg, Wash.
Medical School: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, Yakima, Wash.
Hometown: Sheridan, Wyo.
College: University of Wyoming, Laramie
Medical School: Midwestern University – Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Glendale
Hometown: Chicago
College: Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
Medical School: University of Queensland – Ochsner Clinical School, Brisbane, Australia, & New Orleans, La.
Hometown: Seattle, Wash.
College: Purdue University, West Lafayette, Ind.
Medical School: Pacific Northwest University, Yakima, Wash.
Hometown: Portland, Ore.
College: Excelsior College, N.Y.; Portland State University, Ore.
Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University, Portland
Hometown: St. George, Utah
College: Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Hometown: Bozeman, Mont.
College: The Master’s College, Santa Clarita, Calif.
Medical School: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, Yakima, Wash.
Hometown: Corvallis, Oregon
College: University of Portland, Oreg.
Medical School: Oregon Health and Science University-Portland, Ore.
Hometown: Whitehall, Mont.
College: University of Montana, Missoula
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine, MT WWAMI, Bozeman, Mont.
Hometown: Zionsville, Indiana
College: IUPUI, Indianapolis, Indiana
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana
Hometown: Clinton & Philipsburg, Mont. and Pullman, Wash.
College: Washington State University, Pullman
Medical School: Saint Louis University, Mo.
Hometown: Klamath Falls, Ore.
College: Utah Valley University, Orem
Medical School: Touro University Nevada, Henderson
College: Brigham Young University – Idaho, Rexburg
Medical School: Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dothan, Ala.
Currently Practicing: St. Vincent Healthcare, Billings, Mont.
Hometown: Billings, Mont.
College: Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah.
Medical school: University of Colorado, School of Medicine.
Hometown: San Antonio, Texas
College: University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas; Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colo.
Medical school: Ross University, School of Medicine, Dominica.
Hometown: Stephenville, Texas.
College: Texas A&M University College Station, Texas; University of Oklahoma, Norman, Okla.
Medical school: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.
Hometown: Seattle, Wash.
College: Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, Wash.
Medical school: University of Washington, School of Medicine.
Hometown: Great Falls, Mont.
College: University of Montana, Missoula, Mont.
Medical school: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University.
Hometown: Glendive, Mont.
College: Montana State University, Bozeman, Mont.
Medical school: University of Washington, School of Medicine.
Hometown: Livingston, Mont.
College: Montana State University, Bozeman, Mont.
Medical school: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Hometown: Red Bluff, Calif.
College: University of California, Santa Cruz.
Medical school: A.T. Still University–Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hometown: Chalmette, La.
College: University of Mississippi, Oxford, MS
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans, La.
Hometown: Havre, Mont.
College: Concordia College, Moorhead, MN
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, Fla.
Hometown: Salt Lake City, Utah
College: University of Utah, Salt Lake City
Medical School: University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City
Hometown: Billings, Mont.
College: Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA
Medical School: Rocky Vista College of Osteopathic Medicine, Parker, Colo.
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Hometown: Ephraim, Utah
College: Utah State University, Logan
Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA
Hometown: Firestone, Colo.
College: University of Northern Colorado, Greeley
Medical School: University of Queensland School of Medicine, Brisbane, Australia
Hometown: Missoula, Mont.
College: Texas A&M University, College Station
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle
Hometown: Bay Village, Ohio
College: Earlham College, Richmond, Ind.
Medical School: Ohio University, Athens, Ohio
Hometown: Brigham City, Utah
College: Utah State University, Logan
Medical School: Pacific Northwest University, Yakima, Wash.
Hometown: Vine Grove, Ky.
College: US Naval Academy, Annapolis Md.
Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville Ky.
Hometown: Savage, Minn.
College: University of Minnesota Duluth
Medical School: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Parker, Colo.
Hometown: Irvine, Calif.
Medical School: Universidad de la Republica Facultad de Medicina, Montevideo, Uruguay
Hometown: Villanova, PA
College: University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, Va.
Medical School: Medical School for International Health, Beersheva, Israel
Hometown: Payson, Utah
College: Utah Valley University, Orem
Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, MO
Hometown: Aiea, Hawaii, and Rochester, MN
College: University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis
Hometown: New Sweden, Maine
College: University of New England, Biddeford, ME
Medical School: University of New England COM
Hometowns: Duvall, Wash., and Jacksonville, Fla.
College: University of Washington, Seattle
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine – Bradenton, Bradenton, Fla.
