Physicians

Our team of physicians, physician’s assistants, and nurse practitioners provide care and support to families during all aspects of their illnesses. We strive to give the same attention to the patient and family as if they were our own. We respect privacy and work hard to maintain that trust between physician, family, and patients. To schedule an appointment, call 605-256-6551.

Madison Regional Health System is fortunate to have a general surgeon on its active medical staff. Dr. Robert Summerer performs traditional and laparoscopy procedures. His office, Surgical Services is also located in the hospital.

Mary W. Beecher, M.D.

Medical School:

1984, University of South Dakota School of Medicine

Residency:

Sioux Falls Family Practice Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota (Family Practice)

Certification:

Board Certified, American Board of Family Practice

Dr. Justin Clem

Justin A. Clem, M.D.

Medical School:

2013, University of South Dakota School of Medicine

Residency:

Center for Family Medicine in Sioux Falls, South Dakota (Family Practice)

Certification:

Board Certified, American Board of Family Practice

Areas of Interest:

Dr. Clem's areas of interest are broad. He enjoys treating the entire family, and with three young children himself, pediatrics are a special interest. He also enjoys adult clinic and hospital medicine of all ages, in-clinic surgical procedures, obstetrics, upper endoscopy/colonoscopy, and stress testing. Dr. Clem is taking clinic appointments for patients of all ages, including prenatal care. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Clem by calling 605-256-6551.

Bernard F. Heilman, M.D.

Bernard F. Heilman, M.D.

Medical School:

1980, University of South Dakota School Medicine

Residency:

St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Mason City, Iowa (Family Practice)

Certification:

Board Certified, American Board of Family Practice

Dr. Laura Hoefert

Laura J. Hoefert, M.D.

Medical School:

2013, University of South Dakota School of Medicine

Residency:

Center for Family Medicine in Sioux Falls, South Dakota (Family Practice)

Certification:

Board Certified, American Board of Family Practice

Areas of Interest:

Dr. Hoefert's areas of interest include women's health including reproductive health, obstetric care, preventative medicine, chronic disease management and hospice/palliative care. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Hoefert by calling 605-256-6551.

Dr. Laurel Jennings

Laurel J. Jennings, M.D.

Medical School:

2001, University of South Dakota School of Medicine

Residency:

Clarkson Family Practice, Omaha, NE

Certification:

Board Certified, American Board of Family Practice

Areas of Interest:

Dr. Jennings has additional training in Cesarean sections as well as office and hospital obstetrics. Her interest areas include women's health and pediatrics. Dr. Jennings welcomes patients of all ages and clinic appointments are available by calling 605-256-6551.

Benjamin Liscano, M.D.

Benjamin N. Liscano, M.D.

Medical School:

2015, University of South Dakota School of Medicine

Residency:

Center for Family Medicine in Sioux Falls, South Dakota (Family Practice)

Certification:

Board Certified, American Board of Family Practice

Areas of Interest:

Dr. Liscano areas of interest include obstetrics, pediatrics and in-office procedures. He also has some experience with travel medicine. Dr. Liscano is taking clinic appointments for patients of all ages, including prenatal care. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Liscano by calling 605-256-6551.

Dr. Robert Summerer

Robert J. Summerer, D.O., F.A.C.O.S.

Medical School:

1988, University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences

Residency:

Des Moines General Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa (General Surgery)

Certification:

Board Certified, American Board of Osteopathic Surgeons

Areas of Interest:

Dr. Summerer has a strong interest in rural medicine. He believes in the importance of people living in rural areas having access to quality health care at a fair cost, without having to experience the disruption of needing to travel for that care. Dr. Summerer has been involved in the South Dakota State Medical Association (SDSMA) for the past 17 years serving as a district councilor. He also is on the Executive Committee of SDSMA currently serving as secretary.

Surgical Services

Wayne A. Wetzbarger, M.D.

Wayne A. Wetzbarger, M.D.

Medical School:

1981, University of South Dakota School of Medicine

Residency:

University of South Dakota School of Medicine (Internal Medicine)

Certification:

Certified, American Board of Internal Medicine

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