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Brock Thornburg, LIMHP, CMSW Brock Thornburg, LIMHP, CMSW, describes himself as an ally and advocate for his clients. “Building trust and rapport is important,” said Thornburg, a counselor with the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program. “I strive to show that I’m consistent and someone t…

It’s that time of year again when we get together with friends and family to cheer on our favorite football teams.And what would football season be without tailgating parties?Whether at home or the stadium, many will agree that a tailgate is all about the food and drinks. But standard party fare can…

Tabitha Jameson, LIMHPTabitha Jameson, MA, LIMHP, is a counselor with the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program. She prefers to keep a diverse caseload and enjoys the fact that every client is different.That said, she finds herself working mostly with middle school students and clients wit…

Ellen McElderry, LIMHP, LADC Program Manager With over 30 years of experience in the mental health field, Ellen McElderry, LIMHP, LADC, has seen firsthand how providing the best behavioral health care can make a positive impact on a person’s life. Now, as the program manager for the Methodist Hosp…

April Haldeman, LIMHP April Haldeman, MS, LIMHP, always knew she wanted to make a difference in the lives of others. That’s why she believes the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program is such a good fit for her. She recalls one of her favorite moments as a counselor: “I worked with a teen…

Sarah Wiegman, LIMHP, LADC As a counselor with the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program, Sarah Wiegman, LIMHP, LADC, strives to show every client The Meaning of Care. “That means going above and beyond what someone would expect,” she said. “It means doing everything I can do to serve th…

Max Chiu, MD, envisioned becoming a physician at an early age. One of his earliest memories is from kindergarten, when his teacher asked students to draw themselves in their future profession. Chiu still has the drawing of himself as a doctor. Inspired by his father, a radiation oncologist, Chiu pr…

Patient lab and test results can be found by accessing your Methodist My Care patient portal account. Results are usually available within three to five business days. Results from specialized labs and tests may take longer to receive. Clinics will call patients to discuss lab work and test results…

The slight chill in the air was the last thing on Nicole Harstad’s mind as she rushed home from work in October 2019 to get her 13-year-old daughter, Zoey, to dance class on time. Zoey HarstadBut it wasn’t long before things grew colder. “Zoey just – for whatever reason – felt like she needed to s…

February is American Heart Month, and local doctors want to remind you to love your heart now, more than ever. One woman who exemplifies the importance of that message is Des Moines resident Patrice Howard. The 69-year-old knew something was very wrong in October when she couldn't catch her breath …