Elease attended Wichita State University, where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences. For over 7 years, she performed a wide spectrum of laboratory testing at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS.

“I’m truly proud to work for an organization that values all individuals in our community. My goals for our laboratory are providing consistency with our results, giving all of our patients a positive experience, and creating efficient processes.”

Samantha is responsible for supervising the Departments that are directly related to Patient Services. Samantha came to Health Ministries in 2019 bringing over 15 years of management and supervision experience.

Samantha graduated from Friends University with a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management and Leadership and a master’s degree in Business Administration. Samantha was born and raised in Newton and is proud to raise her family in this community.

“I am blessed to be a part of a team that its focus is taking care of patients. I chose HMC because of the commitment to the patients and the community. Being a part of a team that focuses on treating the whole person and that focuses on eliminating any barrier for care is very important to me.”

Born and raised in Hutchinson, Kansas, Tonya has worked in nursing since 1989. Beginning in 1990, she worked at McPherson Hospital, most recently serving as the Director of the Intensive Care Unit and the Medical-Surgical Unit.

In 2020, Tonya joined Health Ministries to lead the nursing department. Her passion is to sew value into her staff, which in turn allows the staff to value each and every patient, and each other. She enjoys process improvement and is always looking for ways to improve and develop a new standard of care.

“My goal is to ‘Be Better.’ Be a better clinic. Be better nurses. Be better humans. No matter what we are facing, we can ‘Be Better.’”

Tracy received her Associate of Science in Nursing degree from Hesston College, her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at Wichita State University and her Master of Science in Healthcare Leadership degree from Friends University. Tracy has experience in both hospital and clinic settings; most recently at a large regional clinic where her work focused on risk and compliance activities.

Tracy is a native of Newton and loves to be able to serve in this community.

“I was drawn to HMC based on the mission and the servant attitude I saw from staff for the residents of Newton and surrounding communities. I am excited about being able to support Health Ministries Clinic in the mission of promoting and improving the quality of life for the local and surrounding communities. Newton has been my home for a lifetime and I am delighted to be able to care for your family and mine.”

Paul graduated with a B.A. in Business Administration from Walla Walla University and received
his Master in Business Administration (MBA) from Chadwick University. Paul brings over 20
years of non-profit financial management.

Paul is committed to helping HMC meet its mission to our community.

“I am grateful to be part of the Health Ministries Clinic family. I have spent my entire career
with not-for-profit companies who have a mission of helping people. When we focus on others,
we help ourselves, our families and our communities grow and mature.”

Angie earned her Bachelor’s degree in social work from Colorado State University, Ft. Collins, Colo., focusing on long-term care administration. She has experience working in a variety of private and public service settings. Angie came to work at Health Ministries in 2014 and helps provide oversight to areas related to compliance and workplace safety.

“I believe everyone deserves access to excellent medical care, regardless of the ability to pay for services. I believe in the mission of Health Ministries Clinic and am proud to work at a clinic that works under an integrated health model that attempts to integrate medical, dental and behavioral health services.”

As the Chief Operating Officer, Tionna is responsible for the day-to-day oversight and general management of HMC’s operations at our three locations. Tionna leads employees in advancing the company’s mission, vision, core values, strategic priorities and growth goals. She assists in identifying organizational needs, and plays a pivotal role in facilitating resources to develop solutions to solve HMC’s most complex challenges. She partners with the Executive and Leadership Team’s to identify the unmet needs of the patients that HMC is uniquely positioned to serve.

“Working at Health Ministries Clinic gives me the opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. Our mission is to give all individuals in the community access to quality, dependable care.”

A licensed specialist clinical social worker, Matthew has 19 years experience working in the behavioral health care field, including more than 10 years as Director of Community Support Services and Access/Emergency Services at a local community mental health center. He has served on numerous statewide committees and taskforces and is active in the community.

Matthew earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Bethel College, North Newton, Kan., and his master’s degree in social work from the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Lawrence, Kan.

“I am excited to work with others who have a desire to ensure that everyone in our community has access to high quality healthcare in a setting that seeks to integrate medical, dental and behavioral health services.”