Ossineke Clinic

Susan Beatty-Page, PA-C

Susan Beatty-Page, PA-C is a Physician Assistant seeing patients at our Ossineke location. She earned her Bachelor of Science from Western Michigan University prior to completing her Master's of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Central Michigan University in 1999. Her professional interests include family practice and a PA mentoring program through Central Michigan University. She is a member of the Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.

JB Cook, PA-C

JB Cook, PA-C graduated from the Central Michigan University PA program in 1999. He preceded this with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Michigan and a Master of Science Degree. Mr. Cook is trained in family and emergency medicine. Also, he is a member of the Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants (MAPA) and American Academy of PAs (AAPA), is a CMU preceptor and Recovery Services Provider, and both NCCPA and NRCME certified. He enjoys hunting, fishing, gardening and coaching and playing hockey.

Christian Grant, MD

Christian Grant, MD received his Bachelor of Science In Biology from Saginaw Valley State University and Doctor of Medicine from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. Dr. Grant is a Family Medicine Resident and holds a special interest in sports medicine and pediatrics. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Michelle LaFave, MD

Michelle LaFave, MD practices Family Medicine. Dr. LaFave received her medical degree from Michigan State University. She is board certified in hospice and palliative care. Dr. LaFave serves as the Faculty Provider for the MyMichigan Midland Family Residency Program.

Samantha Leeck, LMSW

Samantha Leeck, LMSW is a Behavioral Health Therapist. She studied at Ferris State University, earning her Master of Social Work. Samantha will be assisting young children as a school-based therapist in Alpena county.​

Mark Lemanski, MD

Mark Lemanski, MD is family medicine resident. Dr. Lemanski obtained a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from University of Michigan before continuing on to earn his Doctor of Medicine from Central Michigan University College of Medicine. His professional interests include rural medicine and public health. Dr. Lemanski is a Member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Arman Salim, DO

Arman Salim, DO is family medicine resident. Dr. Salim graduated from Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2022.

Denise Thompson, RDN

Denise Thompson, RDN is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. She studied at Michigan State University and the Institute for the Psychology of Eating. Denise holds a Bachelor's of Science in Dietetics and is a Certified Mind-Body Eating Coach. She specializes in medical nutrition therapy including, but not limited to: chronic kidney disease, diabetes and hypoglycemia, digestive disorders including IBS and gluten intolerance, eating challenges including emotional eating and disordered eating, heart disease including hypertension, disorders of lipid metabolism, congestive heart failure and coronary artery disease, and weight management.

David Westphal, MD-MPH

David Westphal, MD-MPH graduated from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in 2021 having obtained his Bachelor's of Medical Technology and Human Biology, Masters of Public Health, and Doctorate of Medicine. Dr. Westphal is a Family Medicine Resident and is interested in pediatrics, office procedures, and public health. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Hassan Almaat, MD

Joy Newhouse, PMHNP BC

Joy Newhouse, PMHNP, is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She is a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi where she earned her BSN prior to completing her MSN from Walden University. In addition to seeing patients in person, Ms. Newhouse will also be offering some telehealth services.

Marika Roberts, LPC, CAADC