Trinity Health is pleased to welcome Shakeel Tabish, MD, to our Neurology team. Dr. Tabish is board certified in Neurological Medicine and fellowship trained in Sleep Medicine. He is uniquely qualified to help patients manage the full range of conditions affecting the nervous system, such as stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, neuropathy, migraine, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome and insomnia. A graduate of King Edward Medical University in Pakistan, he completed his residency training in Internal Medicine and Neurological Medicine at Cleveland Clinic in Florida. His sleep fellowship was accomplished at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Dr. Tabish has been an active volunteer in efforts to support people with health issues including mental health. His professional associations include the American Academy of Neurology, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and American Medical Association. He enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking and camping as well as tennis, cooking and music.
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Kirsten Helseth, FNP-C
A member of our General Surgery team, Kirsten Helseth, FNP-C, is a board-certified nurse practitioner, dedicated to working with surgeons and other members of the care team to provide optimum care to surgical patients. A Sherwood native and longtime Minot resident, Kirsten received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Minot State University and her Master of Science in Family Nurse Practice from the University of Cincinnati. Her RN experience includes seven years working as a nurse in Trinity Health’s OR. During the pandemic, when surgical volumes declined, she provided care to COVID-19 patients. A member of the national organization American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Kirsten’s leisure time interests include boating, fishing, camping and downhill skiing, and spending time with her family, friends and two energetic dogs.
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Preparing for Your Clinic Visit
We want to ensure your visit to our new Medical Office Building is a smooth and positive experience. Here are a few tips to help you prepare:
- Utilize the CONFIRM option on your text/email reminder so we know to expect you. Please let us know at least 24 hours in advance if you need to reschedule.
- To be mindful of everyone’s time and experience, it’s critical that you arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time. Give yourself ample time to find your way to and through our campus. Late arrival to your doctor’s office may result in a rescheduled appointment time.
- When you arrive for your appointment, enter the Medical Office Building and proceed to Central Registration on the 1st floor.
- Be sure to have your ID, insurance card and co-pay ready. You will be asked for these things every visit.
- Once you are registered, we will direct you to your appointment. When you arrive at your provider’s office, check in with the front desk staff and provide your name and date of birth.
HCMD: Directions and Parking
2305 37th Ave SW.
Trinity Health Hospital and the adjoining Medical Office Building are located at 2305 37th Ave. SW, 1.5 miles west of Walmart.
Via US-83 N
- Turn west onto 37th Ave. SW 1.5 mi.
- Turn south onto 23rd St. SW
- Destination will be on the right, parking is to the left
Via US-83 S
- Take US 83 Bypass South 5.1 mi.
- Travel east at US-52 E/US Rte. 2 E 1.3 mi.
- Take exit toward 16th St.
- Travel south on 16 St. 1.1 mi.
- Turn west on 37th Ave. SW .5 mi.
- Turn south on 23rd St. SW
- Destination will be on the right, parking is to the left
Via US Rte. 2E
- Continue straight to stay on U.S. Rte. 2 E
- Take the exit toward 16th St
- Travel south on 16th St SW 1.1 mi.
- Turn west on 37th Ave SW .5 mi.
- Turn south on 23rd St. SW
- Destination will be on the right, parking is to the left
Via US Rte. 2W
- Follow U.S. Rte. 2 W
- Take 16th St. exit
- Travel west on 20th Ave. SW one block to stop light
- Travel south on 16th St SW to 37th Ave SW 1.1 mi.
- Turn west onto 37th Ave SW .5 mi.
- Turn south onto 23rd St. SW
- Destination will be on the right, parking is to the left
ER Ramp
- .1 mile west of main entrance on 37th Ave. SW
- Turn left and follow to ER entrance
Parking:
Four lanes on the east side of the HCMD provide access to the medical office building and main hospital entrance. The on-grade surface features approximately 1,400 parking spots.
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Donna Verhasselt, PA-C
Donna Verhasselt, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant with nearly 20 years of experience caring for patients in clinic and hospital settings. She works with patients in Trinity Health’s Pre-Admission Testing Unit, providing pre-admission testing and education to ensure the health and safety of patients as they prepare for a surgical procedure. A graduate of the University of Nebraska at Omaha with a bachelor’s degree in business management, Donna received her Master of Health Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of South Alabama in Mobile. She served patients in Ohio and Arizona, and from 2007 to 2019 was associated with Trinity’s orthopedics team, where she served as first assist in the OR and managed the care of new and post-operative patients. Prior to returning to Trinity Health, she worked at Altru Health System in Grand Forks in the areas of orthopedics and neurosurgery. Donna is originally from Williston.
Paul DiGregorio, CCP
A key member of our heart team, Paul DiGregorio, CCP, is a certified cardiovascular perfusionist with 40 years of experience providing clinical perfusion and other services to patients. His role during heart surgery is operating the heart-lung machine that assumes the functions of a patient’s heart and lung while the surgeon performs surgery on the heart. A Long Island native, Paul completed his perfusion training in 1980 at State University of New York (SUNY) in Syracuse. He was chief perfusionist at Mt. Sinai Medical Center in Cleveland for many years. He has practiced in various clinical settings in Ohio, Indiana, and Florida. Most recently he was senior staff perfusionist at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, IN. His experience also includes serving as a clinical instructor and faculty member for the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP). Paul is married with two children. He enjoys golf, dining out, and movies.
Michael Savitt, MD, MSE
A member of our heart and lung team, Dr. Savitt is a cardiothoracic surgeon with over 20 years of surgical experience. His expertise covers a broad range of innovative and minimally invasive techniques for coronary bypass and valve surgery, including transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). He is also an expert in lung resection and surgical treatment of lung and esophageal cancers. A Milwaukee native, Dr. Savitt earned his medical degree and Master of Science in Engineering from Duke University. He completed his surgical residency at the University of California at San Francisco, where he served as chief surgical resident. He accomplished his cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the University of Minnesota and later returned to Duke for a clinical lung transplant sabbatical. Dr. Savitt has maintained a dynamic practice at heart and lung centers in the Midwest. Most recently he served as a cardiothoracic surgeon and associate clinical professor at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in association with Indiana University School of Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. A member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the Western Thoracic Surgical Association, Dr. Savitt has been a frequent lecturer on cardiothoracic topics and has authored numerous manuscripts for various medical journals.
Dustin Evans, MD
A member of our General Surgery team, Dustin Evans, MD, provides safe and effective surgical care to patients, with advanced treatment options and minimally invasive techniques for a wide range of surgical procedures. He is originally from Colorado and grew up on a dairy farm in Northeast Colorado. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He remained at UC for his general surgery internship, and completed his general surgery residency training at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Evans’ experience is broad and includes things from working at a gold mine to volunteering as an EMT with Highland Rescue Team Ambulance Service in Golden, CO. In his spare time, he enjoys shooting sports, 4-wheeling, and spending time with his wife and four children.
Earl Brewley, Jr., MD
Dr. Brewley is a board-eligible, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating complex diseases of the upper extremity. His expertise includes advanced shoulder and elbow arthroscopy as well as primary and revision joint replacement surgery of the upper extremity. He earned his medical doctorate from Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, DC, and completed his orthopedic residency at Albany Medical Center in New York, where he served as chief resident. He completed a highly coveted shoulder and elbow fellowship in Tampa, FL, with Drs. Mark Frankle and Mark Mighell at the Florida Orthopaedic Institute. Under their supervision, Dr. Brewley performed over 150 shoulder replacements and over 100 arthroscopic shoulder procedures. Upon graduation, he completed additional training in Japan under Hiroyuki Sugaya, MD, and Teruhisa Mihata, MD, PHD, to learn additional arthroscopic techniques, including superior capsular reconstruction for irreparable rotator cuff tears. Dr. Brewley’s research interests include age-related outcomes in shoulder arthroplasty, alternative treatments for post traumatic elbow arthritis, and biomechanics stability in revision shoulder arthroplasty. He is a fellow member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons and an editorial reviewer for the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. In his leisure he enjoys reading, hiking, writing poetry, and cheering for the New York Yankees.
Emily Stevens, FNP-BC
Emily Stevens, FNP-BC, is a board-certified nurse practitioner with four years of clinic experience in orthopedics. She works with physicians and other members of the orthopedic team to manage the care of patients affected by a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions, including sports-related injuries. A longtime Minot-area resident, Stevens earned an Associate of Science in Nursing from Dakota College at Bottineau, where she received the “Excellence in Nursing” award and was selected for membership in the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Concordia University Wisconsin and completed her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner through the University of Cincinnati. Emily’s clinical experience includes seven years working as an RN in Trinity Hospital’s Surgery Department. She and her husband, Ryan, have three daughters. They enjoy spending time together at her husband’s family ranch. She’s a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and North Dakota Nurses Association.
Brent Knudson, DO
Dr. Knudson is an orthopedic surgeon who brings advanced expertise to the care of people with bone, joint, and muscle disorders. His areas of focus include joint replacement surgery of the knee, hip, and shoulder. He is also passionate about sports and taking care of sport-related injuries, as well as routine fracture care.
Originally from Mandan, he earned a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry/Nutrition from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, and received his medical degree at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. His residency training was completed through Michigan State University at McLaren Oakland, known for its advanced orthopedic program. During his residency, Dr. Knudson trained in all aspects of orthopedic surgery, with special emphasis on joint replacement, direct anterior hip replacement, sports medicine and trauma care.
His experience also includes five years as a flight surgeon with the US Air Force and Air Force National Guard, two and a half years of which were spent with the 5th Medical Group at Minot AFB. The remaining time was spent in Japan, Afghanistan, and Michigan.
Dr. Knudson and his wife, Kelly, have three children. Whether fishing or hunting, they enjoy spending their free time in the beautiful North Dakota outdoors.