Physician Assistant

Chad Boyer, PA-C

Orthopedics

Chad Boyer is a certified physician assistant who joined our staff at Mason City Clinic in 2007. Chad practices general orthopedic medicine, including seeing patients in the clinic, performing minor surgical procedures, surgical assist, inpatient care and on-call services – under the supervision of the orthopedic surgeons at Mason City Clinic.

Mr. Boyer graduated magna cum laude with a biology premedicine degree and LaSallian Honors minor from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota. He subsequently obtained a master’s degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Iowa, with classes and training at Carver College of Medicine. In addition to clinical practice, Chad has been a preceptor for PA students, medical students and family medicine residents. He is a member of Physician Assistants in Orthopedic Surgery, American Academy of Physician Assistants and Iowa Physician Assistant Society.

Gabrielle Brown, PA-C

Gabrielle received her Bachelors of Science in Biology degree from University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA, and her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE.

Gabrielle chose to be a Physician Assistant because of the challenges, but also appreciates how rewarding the field is. Gabrielle looks forward to creating a positive and welcoming environment to her patients, while providing consistent, high quality care.

In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with family.

Robert Giles II, PA-C

Orthopedics

Robert received his bachelor’s degree in biology, psychology and health sciences with a concentration in microbiology from East Tennessee State University in Johnson City. He went on to complete his master’s degree in the physician assistant program at Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, TN.

In his free time, he enjoys kayaking, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Emily Haberichter, PA-C

Plastic Surgery

Emily received her Bachelors of Science in Biology degree from University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA, and her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from Garner-Webb University in Boiling Springs, NC.

Emily enjoys being able to change a patient’s quality of life. Seeing their happiness after relief from injection or surgery is very rewarding. She enjoys developing her skills in the OR as well as relationships with her patients.

In her free time, she enjoys hiking, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Jaime Huddleston, PA-C

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Jaime received her Bachelors of Arts degree from University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, MS and her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from Idaho State University in Pocatello, ID.

Jaime is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She is a member of the Academy of Doctoral Physician Assistants, Association if Physician Assistants in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, American Association of Surgical Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.

In her free time, she enjoys watercolor painting, writing, cooking and live music. Her clinical interests include ischemic Heart Disease, Valvular Heart Disease, Heart Rhythm Disease, Heart Disease in Women and Lifestyle Medicine.

Shawn Janssen, PA-C

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Shawn is a board-certified physician assistant who graduated from Des Moines University’s physician assistant program in 1990. She has over 20 years of experience in patient care working in obstetrics and gynecology, family practice medicine, general surgery and finally plastic surgery. During the past 12 years, Shawn has been a valued provider in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Shawn’s involvement in the practice has included first assisting in surgery, taking calls and holding outpatient clinic hours to help meet the needs of our patients. As a well-qualified team member, she enhances efficiency and safety in the operating room and provides a qualified and uniform extension of the care Dr. Mulkey and Dr. Recinos provide.

Shawn’s experience, gained by assisting in the operating room for many years, allows her to efficiently coordinate postoperative care in her clinics. She is skilled in total body screening for skin cancer and benign lesions. She is well-versed in the initial workup and nonoperative management of hand conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, ganglions and trigger finger.

Matt McBride, PA-C

Orthopedics

Matt earned his Bachelor of Science degree in biology summa cum laude from the University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls and his Master of Science degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Iowa, Iowa City. He is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and CPR/first aid. He is a current member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Iowa Physician Assistant Society.

Matt joined the Mason City Clinic Orthopedics Department as a physician assistant in 2004. He is married and has two children. Matt stays busy volunteering at Newman Catholic High School as a team physician in football and as an assistant wrestling coach. He enjoys golfing and is an active member of Epiphany Parish in Mason City.

Jennifer McCambridge, PA-C

Cardiology

Jennifer is a board-certified physician assistant who graduated from the Midwestern University physician assistant program in 2000. She has over 14 years of experience in patient care, working primarily in cardiac medicine. During the past 12 years, Jennifer has been a valued provider in the Cardiology department. Her involvement in the practice has included monitoring cardiac stress tests, formulating treatment plans for inpatients and holding outpatient clinic hours to help meet the needs of our patients. Currently, her focus in the outpatient cardiology setting is on the treatment of heart failure.

Kaitlyn McDermitt, PA-C

Kaitlyn received her Bachelors of Science in Biology degree from Manchester University in Manchester, IN, and her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from Kettering College in Kettering, OH.

Kaitlyn chose to be a Physician Assistant to help improve patients quality of life. She looks forward to making a functional and meaningful impact on patient’s lives through both surgical and non-surgical treatments.

In her free time, she enjoys fitness and outdoor activities and travelling.

Kyle Ryan, PA-C

Orthopedics

Kyle received his bachelor’s degree in pre-professional zoology from Northwest Missouri State University. He went on to Des Moines University, where he received a degree in physician assistant studies after which he joined the Mason City Clinic Orthopedics department.

Kyle enjoys treating a wide variety of conditions throughout the 14-county service area as well as working in the clinic and performing minor procedures as well as assisting the physicians with their various surgical procedures.

Emily Schmid, PA-C

Bariatric Surgery

Emily received her Bachelors of Science in Health Sciences degree from Drake University in Des Moines, IA, and her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from Des Moines University in Des Moines, IA.

Katie Weishaar, PA-C

Orthopedics

Katie earned her Bachelor of Science degree in biology and her Master of Science degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Detroit, in Detroit, Michigan. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. In her free time, Katie enjoys reading, running and travel.