Find A Doctor

Biography

Amanda Aldana is a family medicine nurse practitioner with Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Elkhart. She provides care for patients of all ages throughout the lifespan. Services she provides include routine wellness exams, immediate care for acute illnesses and injuries, and management of chronic conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes.
 
Amanda’s nursing experience spans more than two decades. She has provided patient care in a variety of professional settings, from hospital surgical units and intensive care to a specialized heart and vascular clinic and assisted living facility.
 
Fluent in English and Spanish, Amanda bridges communication barriers between patients and providers.
 
Family comes first for Amanda when she’s away from her nursing practice. She also takes every opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, travel and try new cooking techniques.

Philosophy of Care

Amanda goes beyond the condition or diagnosis to treat the whole person. Her goal is to provide the best care possible while meeting the specific needs of each individual. She educates patients, based on their own understanding of their condition, and encourages them to take an active role in their health and well-being.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Family practice
• Emergency care
• Preventive care
• Diabetes management
• Weight management
• Smoking cessation
• Cardiac health

Education

Certified – Family Nurse Practitioner
 
Education and training:
Master of Science in Nursing
Spring Arbor University | Spring Arbor, MI
 
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Indiana University of South Bend | South Bend, IN

Biography

Amanda Aldana es una enfermera especializada en medicina familiar de Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Elkhart. Brinda atención médica a pacientes de todas las edades a lo largo de toda su vida. Algunos de los servicios que proporciona son: exámenes rutinarios de bienestar, atención médica inmediata para el tratamiento de enfermedades agudas y lesiones, así como el control de enfermedades crónicas, como las cardiopatías y la diabetes.
 
Amanda cuenta con más de dos décadas de experiencia como enfermera. Ha proporcionado atención médica a pacientes en diversos entornos profesionales, desde unidades quirúrgicas hospitalarias y cuidados intensivos hasta un centro especializado en enfermedades cardiovasculares y un centro de asistencia para personas mayores.
 
Amanda habla inglés y español con fluidez, lo que le permite superar las barreras de comunicación entre pacientes y profesionales en salud.
 
Cuando no está trabajando como enfermera, la familia es lo primero para Amanda. También aprovecha cualquier oportunidad para disfrutar del aire libre, viajar y probar nuevas técnicas culinarias.

Philosophy of Care

Amanda no sólo se centra en la enfermedad o el diagnóstico, sino que trata a la persona en su totalidad. Su objetivo es proporcionar la mejor atención médica posible y satisfacer las necesidades específicas de cada persona. Asimismo, educa a los pacientes para que comprendan su enfermedad y les anima a participar activamente en el cuidado de su salud y bienestar.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Medicina familiar.
• Atención médica de emergencia.
• Atención médica preventiva.
• Control de la diabetes.
• Control del peso.
• Tratamientos para dejar de fumar.
• Salud cardiaca.

Education

Certificación en enfermería familiar.
 
Educación y formación profesional:
Maestría en enfermería.
Spring Arbor University | Spring Arbor, MI
 
Licenciatura en enfermería.
Indiana University of South Bend | South Bend, IN

Biography

Dr. Rene Alonzo is a board certified family medicine doctor at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. He provides a full spectrum of care for the entire family, from newborns and adolescents to young adults and older generations. His medical services range from preventive medicine to chronic disease management. Dr. Alonzo also treats patients with acute illnesses and offers in-office procedures, such as wart and mole removal, skin biopsies and joint injections.
 
Dr. Alonzo has fellowship training in addiction medicine and is an advocate for substance use prevention, treatment, remission and recovery. He provides compassionate, evidence-based care to address the chronic nature of the disease.
 
A tinkerer at heart, DIY projects keep Dr. Alonzo busy when he’s away from his medical practice. He and his family are always on the lookout for new places to explore, including coffee shops, restaurants and area parks.

Philosophy of Care

At the core of Dr. Alonzo’s approach to family medicine is a clear focus on education and helping patients make decisions based on individual goals and values. He treats each patient with the same care he would want for his own family.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Substance-use treatment
• Mental health
• Disease prevention

Education

Board Certified – Family Medicine
 
Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
Ross University School of Medicine | Picard, Dominica
 
Bachelor of Science in Pre-Professional Studies
University of Notre Dame | Notre Dame, IN
 
Fellowship:
Addiction Medicine
OhioHealth Grant Medical Center | Columbus, OH
 
Residency:
Family Medicine
Fort Wayne Medical Education Program | Fort Wayne, IN

Biography

Dr. David L. Coil is a board certified family medicine physician at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Nappanee. He helps his patients enjoy their daily lives by providing exceptional treatment and care. Dr. Coil does this by offering a full array of treatment in his family practice, including pediatrics, general medicine and geriatrics. Dr. Coil has been highly involved in his community, becoming president of the Osteopathic Medical Foundation just a few years after starting his practice.
 

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Coil believes that expert, quality health care involves determining how all aspects of a patient’s life are impacting his or her health. With his extensive expertise in osteopathic medicine, he is able to diagnose and treat his patients in the manner most appropriate to their needs. He is dedicated to providing compassionate, quality and personalized care to all of his patients.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Primary care
• Disease prevention
• Office based procedures, including allergen immunotherapy, arthrocentesis, skin lesion treatment, skin tag removal and osteopathic manipulative treatments
• Pediatrics
• Geriatrics
• Patient education

Education

Board Certified – Family Medicine

Education and training:
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Midwestern University – Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine | Downers Grove, IL

Residency:
St. Joseph Community Hospital | South Bend, IN

Biography

Edith Fraire is a certified nurse practitioner at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Elkhart. She provides holistic, compassionate care to patients of all ages. Her comprehensive approach ranges from preventative care and health maintenance to management of chronic conditions.
 
Edith applies her bilingual skills to provide culturally sensitive care and bridge communication barriers between patients and healthcare providers.
 
Family and her two pugs mean everything to Edith. She also enjoys staying physically active and loves to eat good food.

Philosophy of Care

Edith believes each patient is unique and respects their individual goals for health and wellbeing. Her patient-centered approach encourages patients to take control of their health and maintain the best possible quality of life.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Preventive care
• Management of chronic conditions
• Patient education
• Lifestyle medicine

Education

Board Certified – Family Nurse Practitioner
 
Education and training:
Master of Science in Nursing
Indiana University South Bend School of Nursing | South Bend, IN
 
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Goshen College School of Nursing | Goshen, IN

Biography

Lylian Hermann is a family nurse practitioner at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Milford. She works closely with a clinical team of providers to deliver primary care for patients of all ages throughout the lifespan. Her services range from preventive care and wellness visits to treatment for acute illnesses and management of chronic diseases.
 
Lylian holds a particular interest in disease prevention through lifestyle modification, including nutrition, exercise and stress management. Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, she serves as an interpreter to bridge communication barriers between patients and healthcare providers.
 
When Lylian is away from clinical medicine, she surrounds herself with family and friends. A lover of travel and the outdoors, Lylian also embraces new adventures and cultural diversity.

Philosophy of Care

Patient care is a partnership between provider and patient for Lylian. She considers all aspects of a patient’s well-being to build a plan of care tailored to individual needs and goals.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Primary medicine
• Preventive care
• Lifestyle modification
• Mental wellbeing
• Chronic conditions, such as hypertension and diabetes
• Common illnesses

Education

Board Certified – Family Nurse Practitioner
 
Education and training:
Master of Science in Nursing
Goshen College | Goshen, IN
 
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bethel College | Mishawaka, IN
 
Associate of Science in Nursing
Bethel College | Mishawaka, IN
 
Bachelor of Economics
Universidade Candido Mendes | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Biography

Dr. Andrea Jaramillo is a board certified family medicine doctor at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Keystone. She provides care for patients of all ages, from newborns to adults. Her services range from preventive medicine to treatment of acute and chronic conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease and obesity.
 
Dr. Jaramillo is trained in global health and has broad experience in family medicine. She has a special interest in caring for neurodiverse patients, including those with autism spectrum disorder, the transition of care from childhood to adulthood for people with special needs, and other neurological or developmental conditions.
 
When Dr. Jaramillo is away from medical practice, she enjoys sharing new adventures with her family. Activities take her from nature walks and gardening to baking, woodworking and renovating homes. A love for travel gives Dr. Jaramillo a chance to learn about different cultures and try out a new brewery or two along the way.

Philosophy of Care

Caring for patients is a privilege for Dr. Jaramillo. She builds a relationship of trust with each patient and respects individual values, cultural traditions and socioeconomic factors. Dr. Jaramillo takes a collaborative, coordinated and accessible approach to care as she guides patients toward their personal healthcare goals.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Chronic disease management
• Mental health
• Transitional care for neurodiverse children to adulthood
• Immigrant health

Education

Board Certified – Family Medicine
 
Doctor of Medicine
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine | Athens, OH
 
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Purdue University | West Lafayette, IN
 
Associate of Science in Mathematics
Southwestern Michigan College | Dowagiac, MI
 
Instructorship:
Global Health
University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH
 
Residency:
Family Medicine
The Christ Hospital – University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH

Biography

Alicia Navarro, MSN-FNP, is a board certified family nurse practitioner at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine & Urgent Care. With more than 15 years of experience as a registered nurse, Alicia has handled patient assessments, administered medication, provided wound care and post-surgical care. She has experience working with critically ill patients as well. At her previous role at Sturgis Hospital, Alicia developed and implemented a hospital wide evidencebased skin care and wound prevention program and worked on a team to organize and implement an opioid risk assessment tool. She received the 2014 Sturgis Hospital Nursing Excellence Award. Alicia is fluent in English and Spanish.

Philosophy of Care

Alicia is deeply committed to providing culturally sensitive care to all patients from all walks of life. Her goal is to build relationships that engage patients in participating in improving their health through primary prevention.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Urgent care
• Chronic conditions, including diabetes, asthma and hypertension
• Women's health
• Ear, nose and throat disorders
• Office-based procedures, including suturing
• Minor injuries and illnesses
• Mental health, including anxiety and depression

Education

Certified – Family Nurse Practitioner

Education and training:
Master of Science in Nursing
Goshen College | Goshen, IN

Biography

Jacob Nolan is a certified physician assistant at Urgent Care Goshen Physicians. He treats patients of all ages who need immediate care for minor illnesses and injuries. His clinical training gives Jacob the skills to quickly assess patient needs, prescribe medicine and perform minimally invasive procedures. Jacob also has specialized training in orthopedic and cardiac care.
 
Away from clinical practice, Jacob loves his family time. Activities he enjoys range from listening to medical podcasts and learning Spanish to playing the piano and working on cars. His sports interests include snowboarding, skateboarding and acquiring an appreciation for his in-laws' love of Steelers football.

Philosophy of Care

For Jacob, respect for each patient's preferences comes first. He meets patients where they are in understanding their health needs and encourages them to take an active role in treatment decisions.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Urgent care
• Orthopedics
• Cardiology

Education

Board Certified – Physician Assistant
 
Education and training:
Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Lock Haven University | Lock Haven, PA
 
Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Taylor University | Upland, IN

Biography

Dr. Jeffrey Bolduan is urologist with Goshen Physicians Urology. He treats patients of all ages with disorders of the urinary tract system and male reproductive organs. Among his areas of expertise are urologic prosthetics and vasectomy reversals. He also treats patients with bladder or prostate cancer, kidney stones, urinary tract infections and other disorders.
 
Away from his medical practice, Dr. Bolduan is an avid waterfowl hunter. He always takes a good book with him on vacation and enjoys spending time with his grandchildren.

Philosophy of Care

For Dr. Bolduan, quality care means delivering the best care possible with the resources available to him. He develops a personalized plan of care that meets the needs of each patient.

Research/Clinical Interest

• General urology
• Urologic cancers

Education

Doctor of Medicine
Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara | Guadalajara, Mexico
 
Residency:
Surgery
Henry Ford Hospital | Detroit, MI
 
Urology
Henry Ford Hospital | Detroit, MI

Biography

Maritza Chavez Stahly is a licensed and board certified athletic trainer at Goshen Orthopedics. She works closely with student athletic programs at Goshen High School, Goshen Middle School and Concord High School to evaluate, diagnose and rehabilitate students with sports injuries. For middle school and high school sporting events, Maritza sets up venues for games, matches and meets.
 
Education plays an important role in Maritza's approach to training young athletes. She guides them in methods to prevent injuries and teaches proper nutrition and hydration for athletes. Maritza is specially trained in the Graston Technique to eliminate pain and restore range of motion and normal function after soft tissue injuries.
 
During time away from work, Maritza has a passion for family, cooking, travel and nature. She finds stress relief in reading and coloring.

Philosophy of Care

Maritza takes a compassionate and empathetic approach to care for athletes with sports injuries. She uses active listening skills to address their concerns and help them perform at their highest potential.
 
With her bilingual skills, Maritza serves as an advocate for students to bridge the gap between parents, students and doctors.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Concussion care
• ACL prevention programs
• Nutrition/hydration for high school athletes
• Mental health for high school athletes

Education

Board Certified – Athletic Training
 
Education and training:
Master of Athletic Training
Manchester University | North Manchester, IN
 
Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education
Goshen College | Goshen, IN

Biography

Daniel Diener is a board-certified surgeon specializing in minimally invasive surgery of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, vascular system and endocrine system, as well as wounds. He utilizes the latest medical technologies, such as endovascular and laparoscopy, to improve outcomes and reduce recovery times for his patients.

Philosophy of Care

As a dedicated physician, Dr. Diener is uniquely qualified to diagnose health issues and recommend the most appropriate course of treatment. In some cases, he may prescribe preventive steps to help patients maintain a healthy and active lifestyle without surgical intervention.

Research/Clinical Interest

Minimally invasive surgery:

• chest
• abdomen
• pelvis
• vascular
• endocrine
• wound care management

Education

Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico

Bachelor of Arts
Goshen College, Goshen, Indiana

Internship:
Baylor University Medical Center
Dallas, Texas

Residency:
General Surgery
Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Texas

Biography

Maricel Lopez-Colon is a licensed dietitian and nutritionist at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She provides nutrition counseling to help patients with cancer maintain well-being and ease side effects during and after treatment. As part of the Integrative Care Team, Maricel works closely with oncologists and other providers to treat the whole person and support the best quality of life possible.
 
From Puerto Rico, Maricel is fluent in English and Spanish. She stays connected with friends and family through social media platforms and shares nutrition resources with her community.

Philosophy of Care

Maricel believes empathetic, compassionate care starts with getting to know her patients, their life routines and preferences. She builds a rapport with patients and offers a judgment-free environment throughout their journey. Her empathetic and compassionate approach helps patients to feel comfortable and respected as they discuss their personal preferences and values.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Foods to improve quality of life
• Plant-based food benefits
• Innovative nutrition care
• Prevention of chronic conditions

Education

Certified – Dietitian and Nutritionist
 
Education and training:
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras Campus | San Juan, PR

Biography

Sultan Niazi, MD, is a board certified internal medicine specialist at Goshen Hospital. He also serves as the medical director for Goshen Physicians Sleep & Allergy Medicine and Goshen Sleep Disorders Center.
 
Dr. Niazi provides care for critically ill patients in the hospital’s intensive care unit (ICU) and progressive care unit (PCU). Many patients in the ICU are in unstable condition caused by disorders, such as cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, strokes or severe trauma. Dr. Niazi acts as the medical team leader and takes primary responsibility to coordinate a team of specialists to provide complete care for the patient. The collaborative approach helps improve the quality of patient care, reduce complications, shorten lengths of stay in ICU and enhance safety.

Dr. Niazi is also board certified and fellowship trained in pulmonary medicine, critical care and sleep medicine. He provides advanced therapies for patients with complex pulmonary conditions and sleep disorders.

Philosophy of Care

Patients are like family for Dr. Niazi. He believes compassion and kindness are vital in caring for all patients, particularly those who are critically ill.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Mechanical ventilation
• Antibiotic-resistant organisms
• Obstructive sleep apnea
• Narcolepsy
• Interstitial lung disease
• Asthma

Education

Board Certified – Internal Medicine
Subspecialty Certification – Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine

Education and training:
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
Rawalpindi Medical College, University of Punjab | Rawalpindi, Pakistan
 
Higher Secondary School Certificate
Islamabad College for Boys | Islamabad, Pakistan

Fellowship:
Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care, Allergy, Immunology and Sleep Medicine
Thomas Jefferson University | Philadelphia, PA

Residency:
Internal Medicine
Texas Tech University Hospital | El Paso, Texas

Biography

Pamela JB Stone, MD, FACOG, FACS, specializes in caring for women with all stages of cancer in the reproductive organs. She is triple board certified in obstetrics and gynecology, gynecologic oncology, and palliative medicine and hospice. Her passion for women's health and gynecologic oncology stems from a personal journey caring for her mother, a labor and delivery room nurse who had ovarian cancer.

Dr. Stone works with a team of medical specialists to offer patients coordinated care in a multidisciplinary environment. Her extended education and training allow Dr. Stone to care for patients throughout their journey – before, during and after cancer diagnosis. The range of services she offers includes minimally invasive and robotic surgery.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Stone finds her inspiration for women's health care from her patients. She builds personal relationships with them that are based on trust, honesty and candor. By working together, she better understands the challenges posed by their health issues and designs individualized treatment strategies that help them achieve their unique and personal goals.

Research/Clinical Interest

• Women’s health
• Gynecologic oncology
• Gynecology

Education

Triple board certified in obstetrics and gynecology, gynecologic oncology, and palliative medicine and hospice

Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
University of Minnesota Medical School | Minneapolis, MN

Residency:
Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics | Iowa City, IA

Fellowship:
Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics | Iowa City, IA

Gynecologic Oncology
University of Southern California Kenneth Norris
Cancer Hospital | Los Angeles, CA