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Janessa Gross, C-NP

Janessa Gross, C-NP

Janessa has always called the Black Hills home. She grew up in the hills and obtained her bachelor’s degree from South Dakota State University before she began traveling for her nursing career. She has spent several years working at various Emergency Departments in Southern California as well as Washington state prior to returning back to the Rapid City area.

Once she returned to the Black Hills, she worked in emergency medicine, surgical hospital as well as pain management while she attended graduate school. After receiving her master’s degree as a family nurse practitioner from South Dakota State University she continued her career in emergency medicine before finding her place at Rapid City Medical Center.

Janessa has a passion for making a difference in people’s lives and feels that developing a caring and trusting patient relationship is a priority.

She enjoys spending her free time with friends and family paddle boarding, hiking, and camping as well as caring for their variety of farm animals and pets.

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General Surgeons now offering vasectomies

Dr. Miller and Dr. Wempe now offer vasectomies in their clinics. These physicians use the MadaJet technology which is a needle free technology for the injection of the medication. This technology helps to provide a virtually pain free injection of anesthetic through the skin, reducing the pain associated with the procedure.

Dr. Kimberly Hushagen named Best Pediatrician

We are grateful for the many community members who have supported Kimberly Hushagen. MD as she joined her Pediatric practice to Rapid City Medical Center. Dr. Hushagen is well loved by her patients (and their parents) and does a great job creating a safe and welcoming space for kids to feel comfortable when they visit. YOU voted Dr. Hushagen BEST PEDIATRICIAN in the Black Hills – and we agree!

Dr. Schleiffarth voted BEST ENT in the Black Hills!

Local voters voted Dr. Schleiffarth BEST ENT in the Black Hills! In addition to your votes of confidence in his expertise, Rapid City Medical Center is delighted to congratulate Dr. Schleiffarth on his hard work and dedication in obtaining his fellowship in allergy. Under the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA), Dr. Schleiffarth has been granted his fellowship after passing his written and oral exams. He greatly enjoys helping his patients navigate a plan to tackle their allergies! Dr. Schleiffarth’s expertise in his multifaceted field of ENT and commitment to earning his fellowship in allergy will continue to serve patients in our community with outstanding care!

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