Brody Hala, Elizabeth Tigges, DO,, Mathew Severidt, DO

Elizabeth Tigges, DO, obstetrics and gynecology specialist, and Mathew Severidt, DO, general surgeon, will accept appointments for surgical consults, obstetrical care, and gynecological needs at Deer Creek Health Center, 401 First Ave., Toledo.

Tigges joined Severidt and the surgeons with Surgical Associates of Grinnell in April and has expanded her clinic outreach to Tama, Toledo, and Meskwaki residents.

The clinic in Toledo will increase access for individuals with surgical and ob-gyn needs.

Brody Hala began serving as the Grinnell Regional Medical Center outlying clinic supervisor on July 1. His duties will be to oversee the day-to-day operations at Deer Creek Family Care in Toledo and Victor Health Center.

He will be responsible for scheduling providers, tracking financial metrics, achieving high patient satisfaction, and assuring the clinics follow best practices for quality patient care.

He comes to the Deer Creek Family Care clinic from the Knoxville Hospital and Clinics as well as Athletico Physical Therapy in Urbandale. He also worked as a student athletic trainer at the University of Northern Iowa Athletic Training center in Cedar Falls while earning his BA in athletic training.

A Toledo native, he is a 2010 graduate of South Tama High School.He will earn a master’s in healthcare administration from Des Moines University this coming winter.

“We plan to grow the GRMC clinics and are fortunate to welcome Brody to lead our outlying clinics in these activities,” says Todd C. Linden, GRMC president and CEO. “The addition of a dedicated clinic supervisor will help assure patients receive the best care, especially with the addition of Daryl Allison in July and Dr. Polly Hineman in August, to the Deer Creek Family Care team with Sherry Parks, PA-C. Brody has the hometown knowledge and the training to match patients’ needs with expanded services in the clinic.”

Hala grew up in Toledo and his family lives in the community. He enjoys playing and watching sports, as well as outside activities and traveling.

OB/GYN Specialist and Surgeons to Offer Clinic at Deer Creek

Elizabeth Tigges, DO, obstetrics and gynecology specialist, and Mathew Severidt, DO, general surgeon, will accept appointments for surgical consults, obstetrical care, and gynecological needs at Deer Creek Health Center, 401 First Ave., Toledo.

Tigges joined Severidt and the surgeons with Surgical Associates of Grinnell in April and has expanded her clinic outreach to Tama, Toledo, and Meskwaki residents.

The clinic in Toledo will increase access for individuals with surgical and ob-gyn needs. Tigges plans to work with area primary care providers for obstetrical care, cesarean births, and gynecological care.

“A healthy child begins with the mother and good prenatal care. I want to support women in the area during their pregnancies,” says Tigges. “I also believe there is a large underserved group of women with gynecological and sexual health concerns. My training and experience can assist all women.”

Tigges spent the last four years providing obstetrical and gynecological care to patients, performing pelvic surgeries, and specializing in women’s sexual health, a niche area. She previously practiced at the Ottumwa Regional Health Center Obstetrics and Gynecology, as well as in , Tenn. Tigges began her medical journey at Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, followed by a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Aultman Hospital, Northeast Ohio College of Medicine in Canton, Ohio. She is board certified with the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and aspires to cover the full spectrum of women’s health needs.

Severidt began holding office hours at Deer Creek Health Center in May. Severidt will consult with patients for range of general surgery services including abdominal, hernia, and endocrine surgeries as well as oncology, obstetrical, and bariatric procedures. His residency included training in advanced laparoscopy, allowing Severidt to offer his patients a minimally invasive solution to complex surgical problems.

He received his training at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines after earning his medical degree at A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, Mo. He graduated from Central College in Pella.

For more information or to schedule an appointment with Tigges or Severidt, please call Surgical Associates at 641-236-4323.