Jaime Dodge, MD, joined the FCHS family in November of 2022.  He serves as an emergency room, clinic, and inpatient provider.  He also serves at the Medical Director for FCHS.

Michael Karel, PA-C received his undergraduate from University of Nebraska – Lincoln and then went on to obtain his PA-C by graduating from Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Michael brings over 16 years as a PA-C both in outpatient and inpatient services. His years of service will be a valuable resource for FCHS and the surrounding communities. Michael is on site most week days.

Crystal Leis is a highly skilled medical professional with a vast array of experience from 10 years in the medical field. She provides 6 years of nursing experience with Geriatrics, Pediatrics, Medical/Surgical and ER, and 4 years of  Emergency Care, Urgent Care, and Primary Care. Crystal has emphasis on treating the individual as a whole rather than focusing on an illness or diagnosis. Therefore, she is willing to work with other healthcare providers and specialists to provide the upmost care to her patients and their needs. She treats her patients with compassionate, personal, and professional care.  Crystal joined FCHS in March of 2022.

In Crystal's free time she enjoys traveling, sitting on the beach, and spending time with her family. 

Jeremy is a Nebraska native and a 2001 graduate of the UNMC Physical Therapy Education Program. He has over 15 years of experience and has been providing physical therapy services at Friend Community Healthcare System since 2011. During that time, Jeremy has greatly enjoyed working with and learning from the wonderful people in Friend and the surrounding communities.