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Todd Gaddie, MD Todd Gaddie, MD

Todd Gaddie, MD

Orthopaedic Surgeon

A hand and wrist surgeon, Dr. Gaddie worked as an athletic trainer for the University of Minnesota Department of Athletics while in college. He was a member of the University of Minnesota National Championship hockey team in 2003. He has also authored numerous research presentations and was honored as Clinical Resident of the Year at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

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Andy Dibelka, PA-C Andy Dibelka, PA-C

Andy Dibelka, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Since joining OrthoNebraska in 2004, Andy has worked alongside Dr. Kirk Hutton with a focus on shoulder injuries and conditions.

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Sayfe Jassim, MD Sayfe Jassim, MD

Sayfe Jassim, MD

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dr. Sayfe Jassim joined OrthoNebraska in 2019 as a fellowship-trained knee and hip replacement surgeon. He has a particular interest and expertise in anterior hip replacement, as well as revision hip and knee surgery for highly complex cases. He also has an interest in hip arthroscopy and sports injuries of the hip. Dr. Jassim was a Divison 1 track athlete at the University of Minnesota. He enjoys participating in athletics, watching sports, hunting/fishing, boating, spending time with family and friends, non-fictional reading, electronics and travel.

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Joshua Urban, MD Joshua Urban, MD

Joshua Urban, MD

Orthopaedic Surgeon

A board-certified orthopaedic surgeon based in the Omaha area since 2004, Dr. Urban specializes in the diagnosis, non-operative management, and surgical treatment of hip and knee conditions. During his fellowship, he trained under world-renowned hip and knee replacement surgeons Charles Engh, Gerry Engh, C. Anderson Engh, and James McAuley. He has published numerous research articles and book chapters on hip and knee conditions and his current research focus is in non-opioid pain solutions for joint replacement patients. His practice focuses on total care of the hip and knee joints, from soft tissue injuries through customized joint replacement (including anterior, posterior and lateral hip techniques) and revision.

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Batsi Mutize, PA-C Batsi Mutize, PA-C

Batsi Mutize, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Since joining OrthoNebraska in 2015, Batsi (pronounced ‘BAHT-SEE’) has worked alongside Dr. Jonathan Buzzell with a focus on shoulder injuries and conditions. He assists in surgery as well as clinic.

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Eric Bonness, MD Eric Bonness, MD

Eric Bonness, MD

Orthopaedic Surgeon

An Omaha native, Dr. Eric Bonness is a fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Surgeon who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of shoulder conditions. In his spare time, Dr. Bonness enjoys staying active by running, bicycling, snowboarding and playing basketball. He is also an avid traveler who enjoys reading and spending time with his family and friends.

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Nicole Sova, PT Nicole Sova, PT

Nicole Sova, PT

Physical Therapist

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Michael Lovgren, PT, DPT Michael Lovgren, PT, DPT

Michael Lovgren, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

A former college pitcher, Mike continues to stay involved in the baseball community through the treatment of throwing injuries. Mike uses his knowledge of biomechanics in conjunction with his experience as a pitcher to evaluate throwing mechanics and prevent injury. In addition to throwing injuries, Mike is also heavily involved with the treatment of runners and CrossFit athletes. His treatment plans reflect his passion for health and fitness and help him connect with active individuals.

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Patrick Bogard, MD Patrick Bogard, MD

Patrick Bogard, MD

Emergency Medicine Physician

Matt Bogard, M.D. is a Nebraska native who trained at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and has extensive Emergency Medicine experience. He is Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine and Board Certified in Family Medicine as well as a Diplomate of the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons and the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Bogard is an Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Instructor and a certified EMS Medical Director. When not working, he enjoys flying airplanes, bicycling, boating, and working outdoors.

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Alex Lesiak, MD Alex Lesiak, MD

Alex Lesiak, MD

Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Noah Porter, MD Noah Porter, MD

Noah Porter, MD

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dr. Noah Porter joined OrthoNebraska in 2019 as a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon, caring for patients with back and neck pain, numbness, weakness or other symptoms originating in the neck or back. Specifically, he specializes in cervical, thoracic or lumbar spine surgery.

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Angela Hewlett MD, MS Angela Hewlett MD, MS

Angela Hewlett MD, MS

Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases - University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC)

Angela Hewlett MD, MS, is Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC). She is also Associate Professor at the University of Nebraska College of Public Health, and Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. She serves as Medical Director of the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit and Director of the UNMC Orthopaedic Infectious Diseases service. Dr Hewlett is an active member of the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) and Fellow in the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) and has served on several of SHEA’s national committees as well as the IDSA Clinical Affairs Committee. She is a past-President of the Nebraska Infection Control Network, and currently serves as Vice President/President-Elect of the Musculoskeletal Infection Society (MSIS). Her research interests include healthcare-associated infections, complicated bone and joint infections, and biopreparedness, and she has authored over 85 publications and book chapters. Her textbook ‘Planning for Bioemergencies: A Guide for Healthcare Facilities’ was released in 2018. Dr. Hewlett enjoys her role as an academician, and actively participates in the education of fellows, residents, and students. She serves as Faculty Sponsor of the Infectious Diseases Student Interest Group at UNMC, and has earned multiple Department of Internal Medicine ‘Top Teacher’ awards. Dr. Hewlett earned a BA in Biology from the University of Texas at Austin, and an MD from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, Texas, where she also completed a residency in Internal Medicine. She served as Chief Resident, then completed a 2 year fellowship in Infectious Diseases followed by a 1 year NIH-funded research fellowship with a focus in Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Control. She also holds a Masters degree in Clinical Sciences-Clinical Investigation from the University of Texas Medical Branch.

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Kendra Lesiak, MD Kendra Lesiak, MD

Kendra Lesiak, MD

Physician (Dermatology Specialists of Omaha)

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Jeffery Ebel, DO Jeffery Ebel, DO

Jeffery Ebel, DO

Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician

A native of Colorado, Dr. Jeffrey Ebel specializes as a primary care physician treating general orthopaedic injuries and ailments.

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Steven Wengel, MD Steven Wengel, MD

Steven Wengel, MD

Assistant Vice Chancellor for Campus Wellness for UNO and UNMC - Nebraska Medical Center

Dr. Wengel is from Omaha, and has been a practicing psychiatrist since 1991, specializing in geriatric psychiatry. He treats patients with a broad range of psychiatric conditions, including dementia, depression, and anxiety disorders. He is currently the director of the UNMC Division of Geriatric Psychiatry. Dr. Wengel previously served as the Chair of the UNMC Department of Psychiatry from 2004 to 2018, when he became UNO and UNMC’s first Assistant Vice Chancellor for Campus Wellness. He has a longstanding interest in the role of non-medication interventions for reducing stress and anxiety. Dr .Wengel has employed meditation techniques in his personal, clinical, and academic practices for many years, and has worked with the University of Nebraska to create innovative academic and clinical programs in stress reduction. In his current role as the wellness champion for UNMC, he oversees academic programs reaching out to faculty and trainees in all disciplines. His goal is to reduce stress and burnout in healthcare students and staff, as well as to reach out to other populations in the region and the state.

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Assistant Vice Chancellor for Campus Wellness for UNO and UNMC - Nebraska Medical Center