A member of our primary care team at Trinity Health Medical Arts, Traci Specht, FNP-C, is a board-certified nurse practitioner who provides compassionate, evidence-based care to patients of all ages. She addresses acute and chronic health conditions, performs annual wellness checks and educates patients in self-care skills to prevent disease. A Minot native, who acquired her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Minnesota State University Moorhead, and later earned a Master of Science in Family Nurse Practice from the University of North Dakota. Traci began her nursing career in 2005 at Sanford Health in Fargo and gained critical care experience working as an RN at BSA Hospital in Amarillo, TX. In 2011, she moved back to her hometown and joined Trinity Health, working eight more years as an ICU nurse before transferring to clinic nursing, where she worked with other members of the healthcare team caring mostly for Dermatology and Urology patients. Traci is married with two children. She’s a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Accepting New Patients
Stacey Peterson, FNP-C
Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Stacey Peterson, FNP-C, has joined our primary care team at Trinity Health South Ridge. A board-certified nurse practitioner, Stacey has a master’s degree in advanced nursing practice from Simmons University, Boston, MA. She’s fully qualified to provide primary care services to people of all ages, including annual physicals, acute care visits, treatment of chronic health conditions, and educating patients in self-care skills to prevent disease. A Crosby, ND, native, Stacey received her nursing education at Williston State College, graduating with honors, and began her nursing career as an LPN at St. Luke’s Hospital in Crosby. After earning her RN degree, she became a charge nurse and trauma coordinator at the hospital. In 2012 she joined Trinity Health, starting as an Ob/Gyn clinic nurse and working her way to become a clinic nurse manager with responsibilities across several primary and specialty care departments. Most recently she served as a clinic nurse trainer for Trinity’s extensive clinic network. When she’s not caring for patients, Stacey enjoys running, walking, hiking and biking, as well as dabbling with painting and baking. Most of all, she loves spending time with her husband and three kids.
Megan Miller, FNP-C
Trinity Health is pleased to welcome Megan Miller, FNP-C, to our primary care team. A board-certified nurse practitioner, Megan has a Master of Science degree in Advanced Nursing Practice from the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks. She is fully qualified to provide primary care services to people of all ages, including annual physicals, acute care visits, treatment of chronic health conditions, and educating patients in self-care skills to prevent disease. A Minot native, Megan earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Minot State University. She began her career as an RN at St. Alexius Medical Center in Bismarck. In 2014, she joined Trinity Health, where she’s been a key member of our clinic team, caring for patients in the Ob/Gyn and primary care units. Megan’s personal interests include hiking and fishing with her husband and three children.
Ahmed Iraqi, DO
A member of our physician team at Trinity Health Town & Country, Dr. Iraqi specializes in Internal Medicine, a medical field concerned with the health issues of adults, including acute, chronic and complex health conditions. He is committed to serving patients with a compassionate, patient-centered, evidence-based approach to care that is focused on improving quality of life for patients. An International Merit Scholarship recipient, Dr. Iraqi earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Towson University in Maryland, graduating Suma Cum Laude. He received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Maine and completed his Internal Medicine residency at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore. He is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Osteopathic Association and American Medical Association.
Shawnette Holmes, DNP, NP-C
A member of our care team at Trinity Health East Ridge, Shawnette Holmes, DNP, NP-C, is a board-certified nurse practitioner. She provides primary care to adults of all ages, including annual physicals, acute care visits, treatment of chronic health conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure, prescribing appropriate medications, and educating patients in self-care skills to prevent disease. The former Arizona resident earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix and practiced as an RN for 10 years. She and her family, including her husband and three youngest of five children, moved to North Dakota, where Shawnette joined the nursing staff at Heart of America Medical Center in Rugby. Recently, she completed her doctorate in Advanced Nursing Practice from the University of Mary, Bismarck. A member of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Shawnette enjoys going for walks and going fishing with her family.
Tanya Giese, FNP-C
A member of our provider team at Trinity Health Western Dakota, Tanya Giese, FNP-C, is a board-certified nurse practitioner. She provides primary care to people of all ages, including annual physicals, acute care visits, treatment of chronic health conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure, prescribing appropriate medications, and educating patients in self-care skills to prevent disease. Originally from Palermo, ND, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Dickinson State University and Master of Science in Family Nurse Practice at the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks. Her nursing experience includes practicing in ER, critical care, home health, long term care and public health settings, primarily in western North Dakota. Most recently, she served as Director of Nursing at Bethel Lutheran Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Williston. Tanya is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and North Dakota Nurse Practitioner Association. Tanya and her husband, Donald, have six children and five grandchildren. When she’s not caring for patients, Tanya enjoys camping, fishing, riding motorcycle, playing darts and traveling.
Aaron Makens, MD
A member of our primary care team, Dr. Makens is board eligible in family medicine, with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of health conditions for patients throughout their lifetime. His areas of focus include women’s health, pediatric care, chronic disease management, and routine checkups to promote wellness. Originally from Fort Lupton, a farming town in Colorado, Dr. Makens received his undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago and served as a combat medic in Iraq as part of the Texas Army National Guard. He earned his medical doctorate from St. George’s University School of Medicine, accomplishing his clinical training at Cincinnati Jewish Hospital. His family medicine residency was completed at Minot’s Center for Family Medicine, a program of the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Makens is a member of the American Board of Family Medicine.
Joseph Stonehocker, CPNP-PC
Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Joseph Stonehocker, CPNP-PC, has joined our team of providers at Trinity Health Western Dakota in Williston. A board certified pediatric nurse practitioner, Joseph has spent the last three years serving the healthcare needs of Williston-area young people. He provides primary care to children ages 0 to 18, with an emphasis on general and acute pediatric care, annual well-child visits, and mental health support, including ADHD diagnosis and treatment. He’s also trained in various surgical procedures such as circumcision and tongue-tie correction. Originally from Canada, Joseph was reared in Edmonton, AB, and moved to the United States with his family at an early age. He graduated from Utah State University and earned both his Master of Science in Pediatric Nurse Practice and his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from UT Health San Antonio, part of the University of Texas system. A devoted husband and father, he and his wife have five children. They enjoy family time and attending youth sporting events.
Brittany Bertsch, DO
Dr. Bertsch is a family medicine specialist and a member of our primary care team at Trinity Health Western Dakota. She provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to people of all ages, including annual physicals and health screenings as well as diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of health problems, from common illnesses to complex and chronic health conditions. A Billings, MT, native, Dr. Bertsch received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her residency in family medicine was completed at the University of North Dakota’s residency program in Williston, where she was elected chief resident by her peers. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and American Board of Family Medicine. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs, in addition to baking, watching movies, and supporting the Dallas Cowboys.
Kelcey Lee, DNP, FNP-C
Kelcey Lee, DNP, FNP-C, is a family nurse practitioner and a member of our care team at Trinity Health New Town Clinic. She offers comprehensive primary care services to people across the lifespan, including annual checkups, diagnosis and treatment for a broad range of illnesses, and management of chronic health problems. She also has an interest in diagnosing and treating skin conditions and is trained in a variety of in-office procedures. Born and raised in western North Dakota, Kelcey earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Minot State University and received her Doctor of Nursing Practice/Family Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Mary, Bismarck. Prior to earning her master’s, she was associated with Trinity Health for eight years, caring for patients on the Medical Floor and Emergency/Trauma Center. A member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Kelcey resides on her family’s farm/ranch with her husband and four children. She spends time tending cows, horses, chickens, and dogs, and enjoys various hobbies that include camping, gardening, and reading.