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Throughout your surgical journey, our surgeons are dedicated to your safety and care to ensure a successful recovery. Working closely with expertly-trained surgical staff, our surgeons utilize state-of-the-art diagnostics and technology to meet your individual needs. 

Our surgeons perform a wide range of procedures, including advanced laparoscopic surgery, robotic surgery, biopsy, tissue removal, and tube and catheter placements to offer you comprehensive care.

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  • Cyrus Ali, MD

    General Surgery

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    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

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    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

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    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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  • Joshua G. Barton, MD

    General Surgery

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    Joshua G. Barton, MD is Idaho's only liver and pancreas (HPB) surgery fellowship-trained surgeon. He is also the medical director of St. Luke's Clinic – Center for Pancreatic and Liver Diseases and fellow of the American College of Surgeons. His specialty is the surgical treatment of pancreatic, biliary, liver, and stomach diseases as well as bariatric surgery including laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. He also has extensive experience using the daVinci surgical robot. 

    Dr. Barton actively participates in several professional organizations, including the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, Pancreas Club, and the American Hepato-Biliary Association.

    Dr. Barton is originally from Texas and was raised in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. He received his bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University and his medical degree from the University of Texas – Houston. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Oklahoma. He obtained additional training in hepato-pancreato-biliary and advanced GI surgery at the Mayo Clinic.

    SURGICAL SPECIALTIES

    • Abdominal tumor resection
    • Bariatric revision
    • Cholecystectomy (gallbladder)
    • Excision of benign and malignant lesions
    • Gastrectomy
    • Gastric bypass
    • Hepatectomy
    • Jejunostomy
    • Laparoscopic surgery
    • Liver resection
    • Liver surgery
    • Lymph node biopsy and dissections
    • Proactive screening for people with family history risk
    • Sarcoma resection
    • Sleeve gastrectomy
    • Whipple (pancreaticoduodenectomy)

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  • Ashley W. Bennett, MD

    General Surgery
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  • Ronald W. Blair, DO

    General Surgery

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    Ronald W. Blair, DO has special interest and training in laparoscopic surgical procedures. 

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  • David J. Brown, MD

    General Surgery

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  • Ruth N. Cho, DO

    General Surgery

    Biography

    Ruth Cho, DO is a board-certified general surgeon with fellowship training in breast surgical oncology. Her clinical focuses include benign and malignant breast disease, high-risk breast pathologies, and oncoplastic reconstruction. 

    Dr. Cho is an active member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She has been involved in several research projects and has been published in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Cho is also interested in medically underserved populations and has done volunteer work in different communities.

    In her free time, Dr. Cho enjoys hiking, jogging, reading, cooking, and spending time with her dog, family, and friends.

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  • Ryan J. Delgatti, DO

    General Surgery

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  • Lewis G. Dickinson, MD

    General Surgery

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  • Paul W. Dunlavy, DO

    General Surgery

    Biography

    Paul Dunlavy, DO specializes in general surgery and is trained in advanced laparoscopic surgery and robotic surgery. He is certified as an Advanced Trauma and Life Support® instructor. 

    Dr. Dunlavy is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, and the American Osteopathic Association. 

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  • James N. Elder, MD

    General Surgery

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    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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  • Karen A. Galvan, MD

    General Surgery

    Biography

    Karen Galvan, MD is a general surgeon whose practice includes laparoscopic procedures, breast surgery, upper and lower endoscopies, wound care, skin biopsies, and excisions. She welcomes questions from referring practitioners and is dedicated to providing excellent surgical care to her patients in partnership with their primary care providers. 

    Dr. Galvan is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons.

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  • Daniel P. Gay, DO

    General Surgery

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  • Ismael P. Grachico II, MD

    General Surgery

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  • Kyle E. Grooms, MD

    General Surgery
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  • Nicolas J. Hayes, DO

    General Surgery

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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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  • Ciara Huntington

    Ciara R. Huntington, MD

    General Surgery

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    Ciara R. Huntington, MD is a surgeon with particular interests in advanced laparoscopic surgery, including laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair; fundoplication; Heller myotomy; minimally invasive Ivor Lewis esophagectomy; gastrectomy; colon resection; adrenalectomy; splenectomy; and ventral and inguinal hernia repair.

    Dr. Huntington is a member of the American College of Surgeons, Idaho College of Surgeons, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. She is proud to provide the highest quality of compassionate surgical care to her patients.

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  • Thomas Huntington

    Thomas R. Huntington, MD

    General Surgery

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    Thomas R. Huntington MD, FACS has practiced the art and science of surgery for over four decades and was a pioneer of laparoscopy in Idaho. He has mentored myriad local surgeons in laparoscopic surgery, and after a successful career as a rural surgeon, Dr. Huntington now specializes in laparoscopic foregut surgery, which is surgery of the esophagus and stomach. He has performed over 5,000 fundoplications in his prolific career, including giant paraesophageal hernias and revisional surgeries. His complex laparoscopic practice includes minimally invasive treatment of esophageal and gastric cancers, laparoscopic adrenalectomy, colon resection, and hernia repair.

    As a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, past president of the Idaho College of Surgeons, and active member of the Society for American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopy Surgeons (SAGES), Dr. Huntington continues to incorporate modern medical advances with decades of experiences. His patients value the personalized, respectful, and dedicated care that Dr. Huntington provides.

    Recently, Dr. Huntington has welcomed his daughter, surgeon Dr. Ciara Huntington to his private practice. Together, Drs. Huntington continue to provide southwest Idaho with compassionate and quality laparoscopic surgical care.

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  • Kellan J. Kading, MD

    General Surgery

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    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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  • Jason A. Kemp, MD

    General Surgery

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    Jason Kemp, MD specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery, including a variety of bariatric and general surgical procedures. He completed additional training in advanced laparoscopic surgery with Dr. Thomas R. Huntington at St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center. He also has extensive experience using the daVinci surgical robot. He serves as the medical director of St. Luke's Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery program, as well as St. Luke's Surgical Services in the Treasure Valley.

    Dr. Kemp’s expertise includes bariatric surgeries including Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and revisional bariatric surgery; anti-reflux surgery; paraesophageal and hiatal hernia repair; stomach surgery, including gastric stimulators; gallbladder surgery; and other advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgical procedures.

    Dr. Kemp is a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons.

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  • Robert L. Korn, MD

    General Surgery

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    Robert Korn, MD, PhD specializes in general surgery. Dr. Korn earned his medical degree and doctorate in cardiac physiology from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. He completed his surgical residency at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia and his fellowship in surgical critical care at the University of Maryland. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery in both general surgery and critical care, and is a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Korn also leads St. Luke's residency program in general surgery.
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  • Katherine E. Kramme, DO

    General Surgery

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    Katherine (Katie) Kramme, D.O., is a board-certified general surgeon with fellowship training in breast surgical oncology. Her clinical focus includes benign and malignant breast disease, with special interest in high-risk breast pathologies, oncoplastic reconstruction, and increasing access to breast care for LGBTQ+ populations. 

    Dr. Kramme is an active member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Breast Surgeons. During her fellowship, she was involved in multiple research projects, including a podium presentation at the annual meeting of the American Society of Breast Surgeons (2023). She has been published in both peer-reviewed journals and medical textbooks. 

    In her free time, Dr. Kramme enjoys hiking, weightlifting, cooking, and spending time outdoors with friends and family.

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  • Jarom F. Lamb, MD

    General Surgery

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    Jarom Lamb, MD is trained in general surgery, including advanced laparoscopy and endoscopy. His special interests include bariatric surgery and advanced laparoscopy. 

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  • Elizabeth R. Livingston, MD

    General Surgery

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    Elizabeth R. Livingston, MD is a board certified general surgeon with a special interest in breast disease. She developed an interest in surgical management of breast diseases in medical school and residency, where she worked at the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia. Dr. Livingston is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Breast Surgeons.

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  • David A. McClusky III, MD

    General Surgery

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    David McClusky, MD, FACS, CPHQ is the chief quality and safety officer for St. Luke's and has been practicing general surgery in the Wood River Valley since 2013. He has pursued multiple different curricula in health care quality improvement, including the Advanced Training Program in Healthcare Delivery Improvement at Intermountain Health. 

    Dr. McClusky has also distinguished himself as a physician leader, both during his time at Emory University and with St. Luke’s. He has served in leadership roles within the surgical services service line, and he has also served as our system medical director for simulation. He has served in medical staff leadership roles, both locally in Wood River, and at the system level as the chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He serves as the current chairman for the Idaho Board of Medicine.

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  • Rhiana S. Menen, MD

    General Surgery

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    Rhiana S. Menen, MD is a clinical and academic surgeon with experience and training in general and laparoscopic surgery. She also completed fellowship training in breast surgical oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Menen has particular interest in cancer care, women's health, and cancer prevention. She is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Breast Surgeons. 

    Dr. Menen is also interested in international and medically underserved populations, and has done medical outreach trips to India and Kenya. 

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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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  • Carrie J. Newton, DO

    Carrie J. Newton, DO

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  • Amy E. Ocmand, MD

    General Surgery

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    Amy Ocmand, MD has special interest in breast cancer surgery, endoscopy, gastrointestinal surgery, and hernia repair. She previously practiced in Gonzales, LA. Dr. Ocmand is a member of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, American Medical Association, and American Society of Breast Surgeons.

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  • Shelley Perkins, MD

    Shelley K. Perkins, MD

    General Surgery

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    Shelley Perkins, MD is a board-certified general surgeon with fellowship training in breast surgical oncology. While serving in the U.S. Navy, she cared for service members and military families around the world. Her scope of care includes benign breast concerns to high-risk monitoring to cancer and partnering with patients so they understand the details and arrive at the best treatment decisions.

    Dr. Perkins is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She has significant leadership experience in hospital systems and optimizing how the health care team communicates for best patient outcomes. In her time away from work, she enjoys running, being outside, and taking care of her animals.

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  • Alvin P. Perry III, MD

    General Surgery

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    Aaron J. Raney, DO

    General Surgery

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  • Daryl A. Reid, MD

    General Surgery

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  • Bethany R. Sappington, 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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  • 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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