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St. Luke's Clinic – Acute Care and General Surgery: Nampa

Our acute care surgeons are dedicated to supporting you through your surgery experience. Our services include evaluation and support for adults who have surgery. This begins by consulting with your physician and answering your questions prior to surgery. Our patients may self-refer, but may also be referred by other physicians, the emergency department, or an urgent care facility. We also accept surgical transfers from other hospitals and new patient referrals from physicians. 

This team prides itself on performing surgery only when it is truly necessary, recommending non-surgical interventions as first-line treatment, having high-quality outcomes and keeping and open-line of communication with referring physicians.  We have the advanced training necessary to meet the complex needs of patients requiring surgery for severe or sudden illness. We’re ready to respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to make sure you receive the highest quality surgical treatment when it’s needed most.

We specialize in a variety of surgical procedures, including laparoscopic (spleen, gall bladder, colon, and appendix) surgery, laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication, appendectomy, gall bladder surgery, small bowel obstruction surgery, cancer surgery, hernia surgery, splenectomy, and melanoma surgery. We also evaluate and treat conditions such as appendicitis, masses, abscesses, cysts, and diverticulitis.
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  • Cyrus Ali, MD

    General Surgery

    Biography

    Cyrus Ali, MD, FACS is a general surgeon with a broad range experience, including some advanced laparoscopic procedures. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

    Dr. Ali earned his bachelor's degree in biochemistry with first class honors from McGill University.

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  • Caroline L. Arthur, MD

    Biography

    Caroline Arthur, MD specializes in a broad range of emergency and elective surgical conditions, including diseases of the colon, small intestines, gallbladder, and appendix. She has a special interest in both simple and complex hernias and has extensive experience with minimally invasive surgery. 

    Dr. Arthur also performs robotic surgery for hernias and some colon/small intestine issues, as well as emergent conditions such as gallbladder, ulcer, and intestinal diseases. Her robotic procedural expertise includes hernia repair, colectomy, small bowel resection, and cholecystectomy.

    Dr. Arthur is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Americas Hernia Society.

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  • Richard C. Ballantyne, DO

    Richard C. Ballantyne, DO

    General Surgery

    Biography

    Richard Ballantyne, DO has particular interest in advanced laparoscopic hernia and colon surgery as well as thyroid and parathyroid surgery. He is skilled in the performance of da Vinci® robotic surgery for hernia, GERD; diverticulitis; colon cancer and idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). His robotic procedural expertise includes inguinal and ventral hernia repair, hiatal hernia repair with fundoplication, partial colectomy, sigmoid colon resection, and splenectomy.

    Originally from the Treasure Valley, Dr. Ballantyne earned his bachelor’s degree from Idaho State University. He is a member of the Idaho Medical Association and Ada County Medical Society. 

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  • Roberto V. Barresi, MD

    General Surgery

    Biography

    Roberto V. Barresi, MD, FACS specializes in general, laparoscopic, and oncologic (cancer) surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

    Dr. Barresi earned his bachelor's degree in cell and structural biology from the University of Illinois. He is a member of the Idaho Medical Association and Ada County Medical Society.

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  • Ashlee E. Bauter, NP

    Biography

    Ashlee Bauter, NP specializes in family practice and believes that evidence-based practice and a therapeutic relationship are solid foundations that help patients succeed. She is experienced in reproductive health, breast cancer, and post-operative care.

    Ashlee earned her bachelor's degree from the College of Idaho and her master's degree in nursing, advance practice nurse, from Idaho State University. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.

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  • James N. Elder, MD

    General Surgery

    Biography

    James Elder, MD specializes in a broad range of emergency and elective surgical conditions. He has special interest in hernias, and any aspect of general surgery.  

    Dr. Elder is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities such as hunting, skiing, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, and sports.  

       


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  • Ethan A. Ferrel, MD

    General Surgery

    Biography

    Ethan Ferrel, MD is a board certified general surgeon with a particular interest in robotic minimally invasive surgery in both the elective and acute care settings. He completed a fellowship in robotic minimally invasive and advanced gastrointestinal surgery, where he gained extensive training in the latest robotic minimally invasive surgical techniques, including abdominal wall reconstruction, antireflux surgery, and surgical treatment of diseases of the small intestine and colon. He is also experienced in a wide range of trauma surgery and critical care.

    Dr. Ferrel is an associate fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Hernia Society, and a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons.

    Originally from Washington, Dr. Ferrel earned his bachelor’s degree from Gonzaga University. In his free time, Dr. Ferrel enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the outdoors, and traveling.

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  • Nathan M. Frohne, MD

    General Surgery

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  • Erin C. Grosslight, NP

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  • Erin S. Hagen, PA-C

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  • Natalie M. Hague, PA-C

    Biography

    Natalie Hague, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant providing exceptional care in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities in the Treasure Valley. She focuses on developing personalized plans of care by taking the time to get to know her patients. Natalie has significant experience from the hospital setting where she cared for general surgery patients and assisted in the operating room. 

    Natalie earned her bachelor’s degree in sports medicine from Pepperdine University and her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from Midwestern University. Natalie is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She is a member of the American Association of Physician Assistants and the Idaho Academy of Physician Assistants. 

    Natalie is originally from Idaho and appreciates the outdoors, spending time camping, skiing, mountain biking, and hiking. She enjoys spending time with her growing family and is a member of a women’s city-league hockey team.

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  • Rhoda E. Heaton, PA-C

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  • Andreas Hennig, DO

    Andreas Hennig, DO

    General Surgery

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    Andreas Hennig, DO specializes in a broad range of emergency and elective surgical conditions. He has special interest in minimally invasive robotic surgery, foregut and anti-reflux surgery, as well as any aspect of general surgery. 

    Dr. Hennig is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Foregut Society, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in construction engineering and a master’s degree in business management from Purdue University.

    Dr. Hennig is passionate about music and learning new languages. In his free time, he enjoys being outdoors with his wife and children.

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  • Scott A. Henson, MD

    General Surgery

    Biography

    Scott A. Henson, MD, FACS specializes in oncologic surgery for breast cancer and melanoma. He also does surgery for other benign and malignant conditions of the skin, soft tissue, and lymph nodes. During his residency he developed much of his interest and passion for cancer care from education and training from the affiliated Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is an active member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons.

    Prior to his medical education, Dr. Henson earned his bachelor’s degree in science from the University of Notre Dame.

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  • Britani R. Hill, MD

    General Surgery

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  • Bryan W. Johnson, PA-C

    Biography

    Bryan Johnson, PA-C assists in general and bariatric surgery, with special interest in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery. 

    Bryan graduated from the Interservice PA program through the University of Nebraska and did clinical rotations at Eglin Air Force Base. He was then selected for a general surgery fellowship at Willford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio.

    During his Air Force career, Bryan served in Afghanistan. He earned the Meritorious Service Medal with two Oak Leaf clusters, and was selected as Field Grade Officer of the Quarter for the 10th Medical Group. He was awarded the Towner Schaffer Report contributors award (Society of Air Force PA’s Journal) for an article he authored on bariatric surgery.

    In his free time, Bryan enjoys traveling with his wife and children. He also enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, and cooking.

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  • Megan A. Jones, PA-C

    Biography

    Megan Jones, PA-C is a nationally certified physician assistant who specializes in acute care general surgery. She earned her bachelor’s degree in radiologic science from Boise State University and her master’s degree in physician assistant studies at Idaho State University. Megan is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. 

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  • Kellan J. Kading, MD

    General Surgery

    Biography

    Kellan Kading, MD came to St. Luke's from Swedish Medical Center in Seattle where he was part of the General Surgery Residency Program. He has an interest in gallbladder, small intestine, colon, hernia, and anorectal procedures. He enjoys the challenges of general surgery and taking care of his patients.

    In his free time Dr. Kading enjoys the outdoors and spending time with his family and friends.

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  • Clayton S. Miller, DO

    General Surgery

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    Clayton Miller, DO is a general surgeon who practices a broad range of emergent and elective general surgery. His practice includes hernia repair, colon surgery, bowel surgery, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and melanoma surgery as well as other general surgery procedures. He performs open, laparoscopic, and robotic surgeries.

    Dr. Miller is from Boise originally and is excited to start a practice in his hometown. In his free time, he enjoys golf, skiing, hiking, fishing, and spending time traveling with his family.

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  • Haley B. Moak, PA-C

    Haley B. Moak, PA-C

    Internal Medicine

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    Haley Moak, PA-C has a passion for preventive health care and works to help her patients live a healthy lifestyle. She practices evidence-based medicine, striving to improve quality-of-life.

    Haley is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. She earned her bachelor's degree at Washington State University and her master's degree in physician assistant studies at Pacific University.

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  • Anne M. Peterson, PA-C

    Biography

    Anne Peterson, PA-C earned her bachelor’s degree in social work from Northwest Nazarene University and her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from Idaho State University. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Idaho Academy of Physician Assistants.

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  • Carly M. Petrie, PA-C

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  • Aaron Raney, DO

    Aaron J. Raney, DO

    General Surgery

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  • Tracey C. Reeve, PA-C

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  • Daryl A. Reid, MD

    General Surgery

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  • Christy L. Smith, MD

    General Surgery

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  • Colin R. Soares, PA-C

    General Surgery

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    Colin Soares, PA-C earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees in biology from Boise State University, including an emphasis in the molecular and cellular biology of prostate cancer. He is a nationally certified physician assistant and practices in general surgery.

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  • Jeri K. Spencer, NP

    Biography

    Jeri Spencer, RN, MSN, FNP sees patients for post-surgical follow-up care. She graduated from Boise State University School of Nursing and earned her Family Nurse Practitioner certification from Arizona State University School of Nursing.

    Jeri is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. In her free time, she enjoys outdoor activities, such as hunting, camping, and gardening.

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  • Clayton A. Thomas, PA-C

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  • Reese A. Verner, MD

    General Surgery

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    Reese A. Verner, MD, FACS specializes in general, laparoscopic, and oncologic (cancer) surgery. He also has expertise in robotic surgery for hernia repair.

    Dr. Verner served as a major in the U.S. Army Medical Corps Reserve. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, American Medical Association, and Idaho Medical Association.

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  • Trent G. Waage, MD

    Trent G. Waage, MD

    General Surgery

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