A certified registered nurse anesthetist, LuAnn Cederstrom, CRNA, provides anesthesia care to patients across a wide spectrum of surgical cases.
Trinity Hospital
Amy Mingle, MD
A member of our hospitalist team, Amy Mingle, MD, is a family medicine physician with broad expertise in the skills needed to coordinate the care of patients as they recover in the hospital. A biology graduate from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, she earned a Master of Science in Biotechnology from Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, and received her Doctor of Medicine degree from Ross University School of Medicine – Dominica. She subsequently completed her family medicine residency at the UND School of Medicine and Health Sciences’ residency program in Minot. Dr. Mingle is committed to delivering exceptional care, with a focus on creating strong rapport with patients and their families.
Leah Weidler, CRNA
A certified registered nurse anesthetist, Leah Weidler, CRNA, provides anesthesia care to patients across a wide spectrum of surgical cases. Originally from Regina, Canada, Leah earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Minot State University and her Doctor of Nursing degree in Nurse Anesthesia from the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks. Prior to earning her doctorate, she worked as an RN in Rugby and at Trinity Health, where she cared for patients in the Intensive Care Unit and Surgery Center. A member of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, Leah’s leisure time interests include spending time with her family, cooking, and being active.
Nana Appiawiah, MD
A member of our imaging team, Nana Appiawiah, MD, is board certified in diagnostic radiology and fellowship trained in neuroradiology, a subspecialty concerned with diagnosing abnormalities of the brain, head & neck and spine. he received a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the University of California Irvine. He joined the US Navy and during military service earned a medical doctorate from Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA. He graduated with honors, earning the MD Honor Graduate Award and Outstanding Achievement in the Clinical Sciences and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. Following a transitional internship at Scripps Mercy Hospital, San Diego, he completed a four-year residency in Diagnostic Radiology at the University of Colorado, Aurora. Dr. Appiawiah served as a staff radiologist at Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms in California. He later joined the Naval Hospital in Rota, Spain, where he led the Radiology Department. He received the Navy Commendation Medal after fulfilling his military service. He then completed his neuroradiology fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School. Dr. Appiawiah is a member of the American College of Radiology, Radiological Society of North America, and the American Society of Neuroradiology.
Sohaib Hussaini, MD
A member of our hospitalist team, Sohaib S. Hussaini, MD, is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients. He is board certified in Family Medicine. He received his medical degree from Windsor University School of Medicine in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Prior to obtaining his degree, he spent time managing a medical clinic devoted to helping New York residents overcome drug addiction. He subsequently completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences’ Northwest Campus in Minot, where he served as the Chief Resident in his final year. A Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine, Dr. Hussaini is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, North Dakota Academy of Family Physicians and American Medical Association. A New York City native, Dr. Hussaini’s personal interests include basketball, boxing, cooking and travel.
Laken Kittelson, CRNA
A certified registered nurse anesthetist, Laken Kittelson, CRNA, provides anesthesia care to patients across a wide spectrum of surgical cases. A Burlington, ND, native, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from North Dakota State University, Fargo, and worked as a critical care nurse in the ICU at Sanford Health and Trinity Health. Later, she completed her Doctorate in Nursing Practice at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. A member of the North Dakota Association of Nurse Anesthetists, Laken and her husband, Collin Kittelson, have two children.
Joan Agwai, MD
A member of our hospitalist team, Dr. Agwai provides timely, coordinated care to hospital patients based on changes in their medical status. She is board certified in internal medicine. A graduate with high honors from City College of New York (CUNY), Dr. Agwai earned her medical doctorate from Meharry Medical College in Nashville and completed her internal medicine residency at NYU-Winthrop University Hospital in New York State. Following residency, she practiced internal medicine and hospital medicine at hospitals in Texas. While in Texas, she earned a master’s degree in Business Administration and Healthcare Management from West Texas A&M University. Dr. Agwai is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association.
Kevin Clemans, FNP-BC
A board-certified nurse practitioner, Kevin Clemans, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, with four decades of nursing experience, is well qualified to address the complex needs of patients. Originally from Indiana, Kevin received his early RN training at South Western Michigan College and earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Bethel College, both in Indiana. He practiced in civilian and military hospitals, including 10 years with medical units at Wright Patterson and Elmendorf Air Force Bases in Ohio and Alaska respectively, achieving the rank of captain. In 2013, he earned a Master of Science in Family Nurse Practice from Goshen College in Indiana. He has since worked as an intensivist nurse practitioner in the fields of cardiovascular surgery, hospital medicine, and primary care. He has participated in numerous activities supportive of nursing and emergency preparedness, including serving as a flight nurse, Red Cross nurse, and Disaster Medical Assistance Team member. His many honors include receiving the Distinguished Duty Medal and Silver Star.
Jeremy Shuck, PA-C
A member of our hospitalist team, Jeremy Shuck, PA-C, is a physician assistant board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He works in collaboration with doctors and other members of the care team to help patients through the healing process during their hospital stay. Originally from Alexandria, MN, Jeremy earned both his undergraduate degree and Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth. His physician assistant training was completed at Essentia Health and St. Luke’s Hospital, both in Duluth, and Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital in Grand Rapids, MN. He and his family enjoy hiking and other outdoor activities.
Kristy Burchell, Speech Therapy – Inpatient
Evaluation and treatment across the lifespan with specialty in dysphagia, aphasia, TBI, cognitive-linguistic impairment, voice, and Passy Muir Valve (PMV)