Surgical Services,
Anesthesiology

Jon Laverty – CRNA. Jon joined our surgery CRNA team from Kentucky after he and his wife Tracy visited Mahaska Health it was apparent to them that the hospital and community was a place that felt like home! Jon has 28 years of experience and has a very simple desire to help others and knew…

Hospitalist, Inpatient Medicine

Dr. Mary Sarpong – Hospitalist – Inpatient Physician. Dr. Sarpong completed her residency at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center, and serves as a Hospitalist on our Inpatient Department. Her professional interests and clinical expertise lie in taking care of acute cases and stabilizing patients. Dr. Sarpong truly has a heart for people and that has…

Hospitalist, Inpatient Medicine

Dr. Kyle Witt – Hospitalist – Inpatient Physician. Dr. Witt completed his residency at the University of Arizona, and serves as a Hospitalist on our Inpatient Department. His professional interests and clinical expertise lie in the areas of public health and geriatric care. Dr. Witt truly has a heart for people and that has driven…

Walk-In Clinic, Pediatrics & Primary Care

Tonya Horn – CPNP-PC. Tonya was born and raised in Iowa as an Oskaloosa native. As a former emergency room nurse, Tonya now serves patients in the Family Practice and Walk-In Clinic at Mahaska Health. With many years of experience and her compassionate outlook, Tonya is a valued member of our team and our community!…

General Surgeon

Dr. Jesse Van Maanen joined the Mahaska Health surgical team as a Board Certified General Surgeon. Dr. Van Maanen grew up in Pella and Leighton and enjoyed the small communities in which he lived for their rural opportunities, close-knit friendships, and family values. He was first exposed to medicine and surgery when he had to…