Lindsey Herny, RN

Director Surgery Services

To schedule with a Mahaska Health Specialist please call 641.672.3360

Surgery Medical Director, General Surgeon

Dr. Jesse Van Maanen is a board-certified general surgeon providing individualized, comprehensive surgical care with a focus on minimally invasive techniques when appropriate.

General Surgery

Rachel is a board certified Physician Assistant with a strong background in surgical services. Rachel joined the Mahaska Health general surgery team in 2020. She earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Marietta College in Ohio. She most recently worked at Fairfield Medical Center in Cardiothoracic Surgery and holds years of clinical…

Paul Riggs, MD, FACS

General Surgeon

Dr. Paul Riggs is a long-serving, board-certified general surgeon known for his steady, compassionate approach and decades of experience supporting the Mahaska community.

Tim Breon, MD, FACS Chief Medical Officer, General Surgeon

Chief Medical Officer, General Surgeon

Dr. Tim Breon is a board-certified general surgeon with extensive experience in traditional, laparoscopic, and robotic-assisted procedures for both routine and emergent care needs.