September 17, 2020

Doctors of Nursing Practice

Penny George Institute for Health and Healing – Erin Erickson, DNP
Last Name
Erickson
First Name
Erin
Business Phone
(612) 863-3333
Short Business Description
Erin Erickson, CNP is a board-certified family and women’s health nurse practitioner who specializes in integrative and functional medicine at Allina Health Champlin Clinic.

Erickson has professional interests in lifestyle medicine, the mind-body connection to health and illness, and the healing benefits of food, movement, sleep, stress reduction, vitamins, and herbs.

Practice Philosophy: I believe in a personalized approach to health and well-being. I partner with people and listen deeply to explore the root causes of their symptoms and create plans for attaining optimal health and well-being using evidence-informed integrative and Western medicine approaches. I help people find safe treatment options for health concerns, including irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux, depression, anxiety, stress, pain, headaches, autoimmune diseases, insomnia, fatigue, high cholesterol, diabetes, and overweight/obesity. I also enjoy helping people create wellness plans to prevent disease and optimize health. I am an advocate for using food as medicine and addressing the fundamentals of health, including stress, nutrition, physical activity, relationships, and spirituality.
Long Business Description

At the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing, you will find a consistent philosophy regardless of whether you visit an integrative and functional medicine provider, have an acupuncture treatment, consult with an integrative nutritionist or health coach, or take a wellness class.

We work with you to help you access your body's innate healing abilities and provide you the education and coaching you'll need to become the best YOU.

What does this all mean for you?
-- When you are healthy, our providers can help find ways to strengthen your immunity, improve your sleep and digestion, help you reach your ideal weight, or move toward any health and fitness goal you have.
-- If you become ill or just feel unwell, we will be here to support you with natural treatment options that work with your body to optimize your healing potential.
-- If you are looking for solutions for a specific problem, such as chronic pain, digestive difficulties, hormone imbalances, fatigue or stress, we work with you to identify the best treatment options within the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing family of providers.

We offer integrative medicine services in more than 20 locations statewide.

Business Website Address
Business Address
11269 Jefferson Hwy
Champlin, MN
55316
Penny George Institute for Health and Healing – Jara Rice, DNP
Last Name
Rice
First Name
Jara
Business Phone
612-863-3333
Short Business Description
Jara Rice, DNP, specialized in integrative and functional medicine at our Allina Health Bandana Square Clinic.
Long Business Description

At the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing, you will find a consistent philosophy regardless of whether you visit an integrative and functional medicine provider, have an acupuncture treatment, consult with an integrative nutritionist or health coach, or take a wellness class.

We work with you to help you access your body's innate healing abilities and provide you the education and coaching you'll need to become the best YOU.

What does this all mean for you?
-- When you are healthy, our providers can help find ways to strengthen your immunity, improve your sleep and digestion, help you reach your ideal weight, or move toward any health and fitness goal you have.
-- If you become ill or just feel unwell, we will be here to support you with natural treatment options that work with your body to optimize your healing potential.
-- If you are looking for solutions for a specific problem, such as chronic pain, digestive difficulties, hormone imbalances, fatigue or stress, we work with you to identify the best treatment options within the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing family of providers.

We offer integrative medicine services in more than 20 locations statewide.

Business Website Address
Business Address
1021 Bandana Blvd E
Suite 100
Saint Paul, MN
55108
Penny George Institute for Health and Healing – Jenikka Tomashek, DNP
Last Name
Jenikka
First Name
Tomashek
Business Phone
612-863-3333
Short Business Description
Practice philosophy: Partner with patients to help them thrive
Long Business Description

At the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing, you will find a consistent philosophy regardless of whether you visit an integrative and functional medicine provider, have an acupuncture treatment, consult with an integrative nutritionist or health coach, or take a wellness class.

We work with you to help you access your body's innate healing abilities and provide you the education and coaching you'll need to become the best YOU.

What does this all mean for you?
-- When you are healthy, our providers can help find ways to strengthen your immunity, improve your sleep and digestion, help you reach your ideal weight, or move toward any health and fitness goal you have.
-- If you become ill or just feel unwell, we will be here to support you with natural treatment options that work with your body to optimize your healing potential.
-- If you are looking for solutions for a specific problem, such as chronic pain, digestive difficulties, hormone imbalances, fatigue or stress, we work with you to identify the best treatment options within the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing family of providers.

We offer integrative medicine services in more than 20 locations statewide.

Business Website Address
Business Address
2805 Campus Dr
Suite 115
Plymouth, MN
55441
Penny George Institute for Health and Healing – Kate Otremba, DNP
Last Name
Otremba
First Name
Kate
Business Phone
(612) 863-3333
Short Business Description
I am a board-certified adult gerontological nurse practitioner. I offer face-to-face virtual visits for a variety of health services and conditions.

My professional interests include, partnering with people to help them utilize integrative and conventional medicine to optimize health and address upstream issues contributing to chronic diseases. More specifically, I am interested in utilizing principles of functional medicine in the management of diabetes, obesity, autoimmune diseases, gastrointestinal illness (including IBS and acid reflux), fatigue, depression/anxiety, PMS/hormone imbalance, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and other health conditions.

Hometown: Saint Paul, MN

Best part of my work with my patients: I enjoy listening to people’s unique stories, working together to identify the factors that are contributing to disease/imbalance in their lives, and supporting them through development of holistic, personalized care plans.

Why I became a provider: I find joy in connecting with people and sharing my passion for a whole-person approach to health and well-being.

Practice philosophy: I believe in the importance of building a therapeutic partnership to help individuals identify root causes of disease/imbalance in their life while supporting patients in their journey toward greater health and well-being. I believe health and well-being can be enhanced by utilizing food as medicine, learning stress management, and addressing the environmental, spiritual and relational factors contributing to our health.
Long Business Description

At the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing, you will find a consistent philosophy regardless of whether you visit an integrative and functional medicine provider, have an acupuncture treatment, consult with an integrative nutritionist or health coach, or take a wellness class.

We work with you to help you access your body's innate healing abilities and provide you the education and coaching you'll need to become the best YOU.

What does this all mean for you?
-- When you are healthy, our providers can help find ways to strengthen your immunity, improve your sleep and digestion, help you reach your ideal weight, or move toward any health and fitness goal you have.
-- If you become ill or just feel unwell, we will be here to support you with natural treatment options that work with your body to optimize your healing potential.
-- If you are looking for solutions for a specific problem, such as chronic pain, digestive difficulties, hormone imbalances, fatigue or stress, we work with you to identify the best treatment options within the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing family of providers.

We offer integrative medicine services in more than 20 locations statewide.

Business Website Address
Business Address
8675 Valley Creek Rd
Woodbury, MN
55125
Penny George Institute for Health and Healing – Laura Melms, DNP
Directory Category
Last Name
Melms
First Name
Laura
Business Phone
612-863-3333
Short Business Description
I strive to meet each person where they are at and learn their story. By partnering with and empowering individuals and families, I aim to help identify root causes of symptoms. I believe in the power of utilizing food as medicine and focusing on lifestyle and environmental factors. Beginning with the least invasive interventions, I help create personalized care plans that support optimal health and healing.
Long Business Description

At the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing, you will find a consistent philosophy regardless of whether you visit an integrative and functional medicine provider, have an acupuncture treatment, consult with an integrative nutritionist or health coach, or take a wellness class.

We work with you to help you access your body's innate healing abilities and provide you the education and coaching you'll need to become the best YOU.

What does this all mean for you?
-- When you are healthy, our providers can help find ways to strengthen your immunity, improve your sleep and digestion, help you reach your ideal weight, or move toward any health and fitness goal you have.
-- If you become ill or just feel unwell, we will be here to support you with natural treatment options that work with your body to optimize your healing potential.
-- If you are looking for solutions for a specific problem, such as chronic pain, digestive difficulties, hormone imbalances, fatigue or stress, we work with you to identify the best treatment options within the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing family of providers.

We offer integrative medicine services in more than 20 locations statewide.

Business Website Address
Business Address
1021 Bandana Blvd E
Suite 100
St. Paul, MN
55108
Penny George Institute for Health and Healing – Laura Sandquist, CNP DNP
Last Name
Sandquist
First Name
Laura
Business Phone
(612) 863-3333
Short Business Description
I am a board-certified adult and geriatric nurse practitioner specializing in functional medicine seeing patients 13 years of age and older. I have been a registered nurse for over 15 years and a nurse practitioner since 2012. I’m interested in partnering with people to help them safely navigate and use the best of what integrative and conventional medicine both have to offer. I provide help with chronic health concerns and guidance on creating wellness plans that will prevent disease, and optimize health and vitality. I'm passionate about: using food as medicine and exploring how stress, sleep, spirituality, relationships and the environment are all connected to health and what to do about it. A challenge of my career I enjoy is: deeply listening to the whole story and discovering what factors may be contributing to why someone has a disease or symptoms. Then taking a step further and guiding people through the complexity of making lifestyle changes that will work for them.

The best thing I've done for my health is: to eat more healthy fat and protein, and eliminate a food that was causing symptoms.

Honors and awards: University of Minnesota School or Nursing Rising Star Award 2016

Credentials: CNP, DNP
Long Business Description

At the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing, you will find a consistent philosophy regardless of whether you visit an integrative and functional medicine provider, have an acupuncture treatment, consult with an integrative nutritionist or health coach, or take a wellness class.
We work with you to help you access your body's innate healing abilities and provide you the education and coaching you’ll need to become the best YOU.
What does this all mean for you?

-- When you are healthy, our providers can help find ways to strengthen your immunity, improve your sleep and digestion, help you reach your ideal weight, or move toward any health and fitness goal you have.
-- If you become ill or just feel unwell, we will be here to support you with natural treatment options that work with your body to optimize your healing potential.
-- If you are looking for solutions for a specific problem, such as chronic pain, digestive difficulties, hormone imbalances, fatigue or stress, we work with you to identify the best treatment options within the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing family of providers.

We offer integrative medicine services in more than 20 locations statewide.

Business Website Address
Business Address
8675 Valley Creek Rd
Woodbury, MN
55125
Penny George Institute for Health and Healing – Michelle Ullery, DNP
Last Name
Ullery
First Name
Michelle
Business Phone
612-775-2600
Short Business Description
Michelle Ullery is a certified family nurse practitioner who specializes in functional medicine and chronic wound care at Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute in Golden Valley. She focuses on identifying imbalances in the body that may be contributing to chronic symptoms and disease. Ullery's professional interests include partnering with patients to make lifestyle changes, offering guidance regarding supplements, nutrition and integrative approaches to optimize their level of wellness.

Ullery also see patients in the outpatient Advanced Primary Care Clinic and inpatient Transitional Rehabilitation Program serving patients with a variety of abilities and complex health conditions. Her focus in these settings is managing primary care needs and chronic wounds.
Long Business Description

At the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing, you will find a consistent philosophy regardless of whether you visit an integrative and functional medicine provider, have an acupuncture treatment, consult with an integrative nutritionist or health coach, or take a wellness class.

We work with you to help you access your body's innate healing abilities and provide you the education and coaching you'll need to become the best YOU.

What does this all mean for you?
-- When you are healthy, our providers can help find ways to strengthen your immunity, improve your sleep and digestion, help you reach your ideal weight, or move toward any health and fitness goal you have.
-- If you become ill or just feel unwell, we will be here to support you with natural treatment options that work with your body to optimize your healing potential.
-- If you are looking for solutions for a specific problem, such as chronic pain, digestive difficulties, hormone imbalances, fatigue or stress, we work with you to identify the best treatment options within the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing family of providers.

We offer integrative medicine services in more than 20 locations statewide.

Business Website Address
Business Address
3915 Golden Valley Rd
Minneapolis, MN
55422