Washington County Hospital Medical Clinic

Robin Plattenberger-Gilmore, D.O.

Dr. Plattenberger received her degree from the University of Osteopathic Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. She then attended the Northeast Iowa Family Practice Residency Program in Waterloo, Iowa, for a Family Practice Residency. Dr. Plattenberger is Board Certified in Family Practice.





Curtis Frier, D.O.

Dr. Frier is a native of Washington. He was raised and attended school in Washington, Iowa. After graduating from high school, he attended the University of Osteopathic Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa, where he later graduated.





Chung-Wen Huang, MD

Dr. Huang is a graduate of the National Defense Medical Center in Taipei, Taiwan. He specializes in Internal Medicine at the Washington Medical Clinic.






Rey Lin, MD

Dr. Lin grew up in Taiwan. He graduated from the National Defense Medical Center in Taipei, Taiwan. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine.









Derek Anderson, MD

Dr. Anderson received his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine in Iowa City.  He completed an Internship in Family Medicine at the Mercy Health System in Wisconsin in 2005, and completed his Residency from the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.   Dr. Anderson also serves as the Medical Director for the Keota Community Clinic.   




Family Practice of Washington


David Nacos, MD

Dr. Nacos' medical education includes a BS Degree in Biology from Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1984. He then received his MD degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine in 1992. Dr. Nacos went on to the University of Iowa to complete his internship and Family Practice residency in 1995.  Dr. Nacos is a member of the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians.



Paul Towner, MD

Dr. Towner received his undergraduate degree from Purdue University and went on to finish Medical School at the University of Iowa in 1988. He then attended the University of Wisconsin Wausau Family Practice Residency Program until 1991. Dr. Towner was recognized with the McNeil Award for clinical research, the Society of Teachers Award and Outstanding Student Award in Family Practice. Dr. Towner and his wife, Dr. Lynette Iles, joined Family Practice of Washington in 1994.  



Matt Prihoda, MD

An Iowa resident since 1973, Dr. Prihoda graduated with both his Bachelor's and Master's of Science Degrees from the University of Iowa and then went on to complete his Medical Degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine. He is a clinical lecturer at the The University of Iowa College of Medicine, a member of the Family Practice Advisory Board and on the Board of Directors of the Iowa Academy of Family Physicians.




Debbie Gibbs, MD

Family Practice of Washington Dr. Gibbs' academic accomplishments are impressive; from receiving the Freeman Award for the top graduating senior from the University of Iowa in 1982, to Phi Beta Kappa, to her graduation with a BS with "highest distinction" and her subsequent MD from the University of Iowa College of Medicine. She graduated Alpha Omega from the University, ranking her in the top 3% of her medical school class. Dr. Gibbs was the first practicing female family practitioner in the county.


Ryan Flannery, MD

An Iowa native from Johnston, Iowa, Dr. Flannery joined Family Practice of Washington in September of 2002 as a Family Practice Physician. Dr. Flannery attended St. John's University in Collegeville, MN, where he received a degree in Biology. He then attended the University of Iowa College of Medicine. After receiving his medical degree, he lived in South Bend, Indiana, where he completed his Family Practice Residency. During his last year there, he was elected the Chief Resident. Dr. Flannery has a special interest in pediatrics and elderly care with end-of-life issues.


Debra Baum, PA-C

Debra Baum, Physician Assistant-Certified, has joined the Family Practice of Washington Clinic. Debra received her undergraduate degree from Iowa State University, and graduated with her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies in June 2004 from the University of Iowa College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program. She previously worked at the Monticello Family Practice as a primary care provider and most recently worked at the Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center-Urgent Care in Onalaska, Wisconsin, until June of  2006.  Debra is a member of the American Academy of  Physician Assistants.

Carrie Gray, PA-C

Carrie Gray is a Physician Assistant-Certified at Family Practice of Washington. Carrie has worked at Family Practice for several years as a Physician Assistant. She received her undegraduate from Central College and graduated with her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies in 1999 from the University of Iowa College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program. Carrie is also a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.




Surgical Healthcare of Washington


Frank Sanfiel, MD

WCHC welcomed Dr. Frank Sanfiel, MD, in November of 2005. Dr. Sanfiel is a graduate of the MeHarry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee. He practiced general surgery at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky, before coming to Washington. Dr. Sanfiel, his wife Glenda, and his two children reside in Washington and are excited to be a part of the Washington Community. He is also bi-lingual in Spanish which enables him to better serve our community.  



Washington County Hospital and Clinics


Douglas Boatman, MD & Radiologist

Washington County Hospital and Clinics welcomed Dr. Douglas Boatman in April of 2004. Dr. Boatman has several years of experience as a Radiologist, practicing 27 years at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City. He received his BS and MD from the University of Iowa College of Medicine. He completed his Residency at the University of Iowa in Diagnostic Radiology and an Internship at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Boatman is Board Certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Boatman specializes in Women’s Imaging and Mammography.


Don Miller, MD

Dr. Don Miller, MD, has joined the hospital's medical staff. Dr. Miller is a Board Certified Family Practitioner. He is currently a full-time physician in the Emergency Room at WCHC. Dr. Miller is a graduate of the University of Iowa and completed his Residency at Mercy and St. Lukes in Davenport. Dr. Miller was a physician in Washington from 1980 to 1987, he then moved to Manchester and practiced at Regional Medical Center in Northeast, Iowa. We are pleased to have a physician with prior ties to Washington return to our community.  



Women’s Healthcare of Washington


Heather Marthers, MD

Dr. Marthers is a graduate of one of the top medical schools in the country, Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. She has been a practicing OBGYN for nine years in Conway, South Carolina. Dr. Marthers' expertise will help serve a large need for local Obstetrics and Gynecology coverage. Dr. Marthers and her family live in Washington and are excited to be a part of our healthcare community. 


Nathan Thomas, MD

Dr. Nathan Thomas received his medical degree from the University of Texas School of Medicine in San Antonio, Texas. He completed his Residency from Maricopa Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Thomas provides general Obstetric and Gynecologic care at Women's Healthcare of Washington. Dr. Thomas and his wife reside in Washington County.   



Flexible Family Care


Lynette Iles, MD

Flexible Family Care's Dr. Iles is a familiar face to the Washington Community. Dr. Iles practiced at Family Practice of Washington from 1994 to April of 2006 and now practices at Flexible Family Care in Washington.  She received her medical degree from the University of Missouri School of Medicine.





Cardiology

Stephan Schomer, M.D.

    Dr. Stephan Schomer, M.D. earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa in 1987.  He completed a residency in Internal Medicine in 1990 and a Cardiology fellowship in 1993, both also from the University of Iowa.  He is Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases.  
    Dr. Schomer practices non-interventional cardiology, including diagnostic heart catheterization.  His special interests include the diagnosis and treatment of unexplained syncope as well as the brain’s control over heart rate and blood pressure, which were his areas of research while at the University of Iowa.  Dr. Schomer practices at the Iowa City Heart Center, P.C. in Iowa City, which is affiliated through Mercy Hospital.  
    He sees patients at Washington County Hospital and Clinics every Tuesday and Friday of the month. 


ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat)

Dwayne Capper, MD

    Dr. Dwayne Capper, M.D. earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine in 1992.  He completed a Preliminary Surgical Residency and Otolaryngology Residency from the Medical College of Wisconsin in 1997.  He is Board-certified in Otolaryngology.  Dr. Capper practices at Otologic Medical Services in Iowa City, which is affiliated through Mercy Hospital.      
    Dr. Capper is a member of the following Associations: American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, American Association of Physicians and Surgeons, American Sleep Disorders Association, Johnson County Medical Society, American Board of Otolaryngology, American Rhino logic Society, Pan-Pacific Surgical Association, Iowa Medical Society, Iowa Academy of Otolaryngology, American Trinities Society.
     Dr. Capper also sees patients and performs surgeries every Thursday at Washington County Hospital and Clinics.


Gastroenterology

Brian O’Meara, M.D.

Dr. Brian O’Meara, M.D. earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine in 1988.  He completed his Residency from the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology/Hepatology.  He is Board-certified in Internal Medicine-Gastroenterology.  Dr. O’Meara practices at Gastroenterology Associates of Iowa City, which is affiliated with Mercy Hospital.  Dr. O’Meara no longer has clinics at Washington County Hospital and Clinics, but still does procedures at WCHC.

Neurology

Todd Ajax, M.D.

Dr. Todd Ajax, M.D., received his medical degree from the University of Utah in 1991.  He completed his residency from the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.  Dr. Ajax is Board-certified in Psychiatry & Neurology, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and Neuroimaging (neurosonology).  Dr. Ajax practices at Neurologic Associates in Iowa City, which is affiliated with Mercy Hospital.  Dr. Ajax sees patients at Washington County Hospital and Clinics every other Wednesday. 


Ophthalmology

Todd Gothard, M.D.

Dr. Todd Gothard received his medical degree with honors from the University of North Carolina.  Following an Internship in Internal Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, he completed a one-year fellowship in refractive, corneal and cataract surgery at the Phillips Eye Institute and the University of Minnesota.  He specializes in refractive, corneal and cataract surgery and has been performing refractive surgery since 1990.  He has also been actively involved in clinical trials with the excimer laser and has more than nine years of experience with the excimer laser.  Dr. Gothard has practiced at the Wolfe Eye Clinic in Cedar Rapids since 1993.  He performs cataract surgeries for patients at Washington County Hospital and Clinics every second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. 


Orthopedics

Edward Lash, M.D.

Dr. Edward Lash received his medical degree from the University of Iowa 1984.  He completed his residency from the University of Wisconsin in 1989.   He is Board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery and is also a member of several professional organizations such as American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and the Iowa Orthopaedic Society.  Dr. Lash sees patients at Washington County Hospital and Clinics on Thursdays. 

Podiatry

Howard Cox, D.P.M.

Dr. Howard Cox, D.P.M., received his medical degree from the College of Podiatric Medicine & Surgery at Des Moines University in 1992.  He completed a surgical residency at Green River Surgery Center in Seattle, Washington.  He is Board-certified in Podiatric Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons, and is on the medical staff at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City.  He practices at the Town Square Family Foot Care in Coralville, Iowa.  Dr. Cox sees patients at Washington County Hospital and Clinics every Monday and Friday and every second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. 


Urology

Gordon Goldsmith, M.D.

Dr. Gordon Goldsmith, M.D., received his medical degree from the University of Iowa in 1970.  He completed his residency from the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.  He is Board-certified in Urology and is a member of several professional organizations such as the Iowa Medical Society, Rubin Flocks Society, Iowa Urologic Society, AUA and A.M.A.  He has practiced at Urologic Associates of Iowa City since 1978 and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital.  Dr. Goldsmith sees patients at Washington County Hospital and Clinics every third Tuesday of the month. 


James Skarda-M.D. 

Dr. James Skarda received his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine in 1971.  He completed his residency from the U.S. Public Health Service Hospital in New York.  He is Board-certified in Urology and is also a member of several professional organizations such as AUA, Iowa Urologic Society and Iowa Medical Society.  Dr. Skarda has practiced at the Urologic Associates of Iowa City Clinic since 1976 and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital.  Dr. Skarda sees patients at Washington County Hospital and Clinics every first Tuesday of the month.