Our Team

NEW Provider!

Shayla Tschakert earned a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. Her professional interest is in Family Medicine. What excites Shayla about working at LSCHC is getting to know the people in the community and having the opportunity to care for their whole health in one clinic. As a provider she likes to make sure that everyone feels heard and appreciated while also encouraging patients to live their happiest and healthiest life. In her free time she enjoys going on walks/hikes with her husband and dog, reading a good book, and watching football (especially the Vikings).

Shayla Tschakert is accepting NEW patients at our 4325 Grand Avenue Duluth, MN location! Call 218-722-1497 to schedule an appointment today!

Zoe Kunze earned a Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois. Her professional interests are preventative care, women's health, and dermatology. She is accepting NEW patients at our 2222 East 5th Street, Superior, WI location! Call 715-392-1955 to schedule an appointment.

Adam Wennersten earned his Bachelor's Degree in Biology from the University of Minnesota-Duluth. He completed his Physician Assistant training at Western Michigan University. Adam strives to establish trust and to provide long-term care for patients. Adam enjoys offering a variety of care in his practice of medicine, including procedures and orthopedics. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family, attending his daughters' sports activities, and exploring the outdoors.

Brittany Hamm is a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice), APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse), CNP (Certified Nurse Practitioner), FNP-BC (Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certified) and PMHNP-BC (Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certified) licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Brittany works with individuals across their lifespan. Brittany’s area of expertise is supporting clients through a holistic model, where physical health and mental health concerns are addressed together.  She became passionate about the service of community health centers in her role as an RN and served as Clinic Director and Quality Compliance Director before returning to school to become an NP and a dual-certification as Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Dr. Jake Oestreich is a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician. He has lived and worked in the greater Twin Ports area for over 20 years. He attended the University of Minnesota-Duluth Medical School and then participated in the Duluth Family Medicine Residency Program. He has a strong commitment to the patients we serve.  He also serves as the Director of Clinical Education for the PA (Physician Assistant) Program at the College of St. Scholastica. He views his role as a Family Physician as that of a friend with highly specialized knowledge. He approaches his practice with the compassion, commitment, and seriousness that it deserves. He and his family love the Twin Ports Community and are committed to staying in the area for the long term.

Dr. Emily Anderson joined Lake Superior Community Health Center in 2013 as both Provider and Medical Director. She graduated from the University of Minnesota-Duluth Medical School and shortly after, completed the Duluth Family Medicine Residency Program. Her professional interests include preventive care for the whole family including women, children, and prenatal care. What she enjoys most about her job is hearing people’s life experiences. Her favorite health tip is "laughter is the best medicine."

Dr. Anderson is originally from Wentworth, WI. In her free time, she enjoys leisure reading, yoga, camping, and spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Erick Anderson joined the Lake Superior Community Health Center team in 2022. He brings years of Chiropractic experience and is open for appointments at our Carlton, MN location. Set up a visit today! Stop by at 210 3rd Street Carlton, MN or call to set up an appointment at 218-336-3524. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, camping, and coaching little league baseball.

Dr. Jason Bramstedt graduated with his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, MN. He pilot's chiropractic services at LSCHC's Superior, WI location. Set up a visit today! Stop by at 2222 E 5th Street Superior, WI or call to set up an appointment at 715-392-1955. Jason has twenty-three years of Chiropractic experience and truly appreciates each patient as the individual that they are. He holds pride in providing personalized, evidence-based care to all of his patients.

Dr. Greg McGillivray joined the team at Lake Superior Community Health Center in 2021 following twenty-five years in private practice with his wife, Dr. Kara McGillivray, who joined LSCHC the year prior. Dr. McGillivray graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University.  He holds a Spinal Trauma Certification from the International Chiropractic Association.  He has been recognized twice as one of the 10 best chiropractors by the American Institute of Chiropractors. Dr. McGillivray is a strong believer in the value of an integrative health care system, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary clinical team to produce better health outcomes, and promotes evidence based spinal healthcare in every treatment plan he develops with the patients he serves.

Dr. Kara McGillivray joined the team at Lake Superior Community Health Center in 2020 following twenty-five years in private practice with her husband, Dr. Greg McGillivray. Dr. McGillivray graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University in 1994.  She holds post-graduate certification in spinal trauma.  The highpoint of her profession is witnessing the positive impact chiropractic care achieves in the lives of patients.  Improved well-being, health and quality of life are just some of the benefits enjoyed by those who avail themselves of this form of health care. Dr. McGillivray is excited to be part of an integrative health care system, collaborating with other providers for the betterment of each patient.

Krystin Laszewski is a NEW Behavioral Health Therapist at our Superior, WI location. She graduated from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with a Master’s degree in Social Work. Also a graduate of Park University with a Bachelor of Science in Social Psychology. Certifications include Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW) and Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW).

Krystin has special interests in child and adolescent development and behavior plus dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).  DBT focuses on helping people accept the reality of their lives and their behaviors, as well as helping them learn to change their lives, including their unhelpful behaviors.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and two dogs, building Legos, and participating in half marathons and Ragnar Relays. In the winter, you can find her skiing.

To make an appointment call 715-392-1955 and come to our 2222 E 5th Street Superior, WI clinic location.

Rachelle Walker (they/she) is a NEW Behavioral Health Therapist at our Duluth, MN location, offering therapy for teens and adults, grounded in trauma-informed approaches. They are a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) and hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) from The College of Saint Scholastica in Duluth, MN.

Rachelle has special interests in DBT, Relationships, LGBTQ+, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Strengths Based Therapy, and Systems Theory. Hobbies include cross-country skiing, mountain biking, video games, hanging out with the cat.

Helping people improve their relationships, whether with partners, family, friends, or coworkers is something Rachelle enjoys. They are a great addition to our Behavioral Health team at LSCHC! To make an appointment call 218-722-1497 and come to our 4325 Grand Avenue Duluth, MN location.

Heather is a NEW Behavioral Health Therapist at our Superior, WI location. She graduated from University of Minnesota – Duluth with a Master’s degree in Social Work. She is an alumni of the University of Wisconsin – Superior with a Bachelors in Social Work and went to high school at South Shore. Her certifications include Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW) and Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW).

Heather is excited to work with a wide variety of individuals including working at the schools in the area. In her free-time, she enjoys camping, fishing, and sitting by the fire. In the winter, snowshoeing. Baking and coffee are high on the list of interests too!

To make an appointment call 715-392-1955 and come to our 2222 E 5th Street Superior, WI clinic location.

Kristi is a Behavioral Health Therapist at our Superior, WI location offering therapy to children, teens, and adults grounded in attachment and trauma-informed approaches. She graduated from Edgewood College in Madison, WI with a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She uses evidence-based treatment models, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness therapy, and experiential therapy. Special interests include: anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, life transitions, ADHD, and grief. She provides affirming care to clients of all identities and has experience working with clients who are LGBTQIA+.
Kristi is Level 1 trained in Gottman Method of Couples Therapy and is a certified Trauma Professional. Additionally, a Member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. What a great addition to our Behavioral Health team at LSCHC!
In her free-time Kristi enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and being in nature.
To make an appointment call 715-392-1955 and come to our 2222 E 5th Street Superior, WI clinic location.

Tiffany Johnson is a Board Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, and also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. She has an interest in working with younger individuals to help prevent substance use and addiction.

Holly works at our Superior, WI location as a Substance Abuse Counselor for our AODA (Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse) program. Holly wants her patients to know that they are never alone in their recovery journey, and that there is power in asking for help. She believes that everyone should be heard, and that everyone deserves empathy, compassion, and understanding. The values that drive Holly and her practice are empathy, optimism, kindness, growth, community, and balance.

"You deserve to celebrate not only who you've become, but who you could have become and fought not to."

Aaron Pust is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who began working at Lake Superior Community Health Center in 2012. He graduated from the University of Minnesota-Duluth. His professional interests include providing a safe environment to explore and bring balance to the whole person including mental, emotional, spiritual, and social elements using an individualized and non-judgmental approach. He works to provide help for Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Co-occurring Disorders (Mental Health and Chemical Dependency), Mood Disorders, Grief & Loss, Relationship Issues, Men's Issues, and Life Adjustment Issues. When asked what Aaron enjoys most about his job, he replied. “I enjoy working with our patients and consider it an honor to help individuals, couples, and families move towards healing and wholeness. I enjoy working with a very compassionate and talented staff at our clinic to meet the needs of our patients. Last, but not least, I enjoy working in a clinic that serves patients from many different backgrounds regardless of whether they have health insurance.” His favorite health tip is to practice being mindful of your thoughts, feelings, and moods each day. Try to stop negative self-talk and other negative elements by focusing on positive things including what you can be thankful for and can complement yourself about. We often do not give ourselves and those around us enough credit for the good in our lives.

In Aaron’s free time, he enjoys hiking, biking, reading, taking pictures, and spending time with family and friends.

Kraig Peterson is a Social Worker/Therapist with a humanistic, person-centered approach to his work. He has a Master’s degree in Social Work from The College of St. Scholastica.  His therapeutic lens is trauma-informed and he has particular interests in developmental psychology, attachment theory, and family systems. Kraig embraces the harm-reduction model and feels that creating a safe space for people to share thoughts and feelings without feeling judged is imperative to healing. He uses several evidence-based modalities to inform his practice including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivation Interviewing (MI), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).  Kraig is certified in Trauma-Focused Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) through EMDRIA’s Trauma Recovery/HAP, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Kraig is from Duluth and a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served as a Signals Intelligence Analyst.  In his time away from work he enjoys spending time outdoors and traveling.

Welcome Dr. Steven Kottke! He graduated from the University of Wisconsin Madison and has a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Kottke enjoys golf, hockey, tennis, and pickleball. He also speaks Spanish. He is between our Carlton and Superior Dental offices.

Dr. Mitch Tschakert is a new Dentist at our Superior, WI location. He holds a Bachelors degree in Biology from Northern State University in Aberdeen, South Dakota and a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Tschakert is a member of the American Dental Association.

He is excited to work with the entire LSCHC team to help do his part in providing comprehensive healthcare for the Twin Ports. Also that there are so many different services provided at LSCHC. The values that drive Dr. Tschakert are hardwork and honesty. "I believe that everyone should be treated well and that everyone deserves the truth."

In his free time he enjoys watching and playing sports (talking about them too), fishing, hunting, hiking, reading, and spending time with his wife Shayla and dog Rocky.

Dr. Kurt Savela is at our Duluth clinic. He has a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in Minneapolis, MN.

Dr. Leila Jindeel started with Lake Superior Community Health Center in 2014. She graduated from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Richard Devorak graduated from University of Minnesota with a degree in Dentistry in 1992. He works primarily in the Duluth office. He enjoys helping those with dental needs too much to retire. In his free time he enjoys bicycling, reading and fly-fishing. In the cold months you can find him in the gym or cross-country skiing.

Dr. Richard Oase started with Lake Superior Community Health Center in 2011. He graduated from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. His professional interests include preventive dentistry and implanted restorations. He enjoys helping people with their dental problems and helping them gain confidence in their oral health. His favorite health tip is to "floss."

Dr. Oase is originally from Duluth, MN. In his free time he likes to garden, hike to new places, work with his dog, upland bird hunt, swim, and do activities with his grandchildren.

Dr. Wendy Peterson earned her degree from the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. She is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry MN Dental Association. A professional interest of hers is Implant Dentistry. Dr Peterson works in our Carlton, MN location.

Dr. Yin Cao's education includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a Master of Dental Therapy degree from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, and her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Midwestern University. Dr. Cao is passionate about Community Health Care. She worked for 5 years as a dental assistant/dental therapist in Rochester, MN at a non-profit dental office. She is excited to be in the Twin Ports and to "improve access to dental care for under-served patients in the area."

In her free time Dr. Cao enjoys spending time with her family and two dogs. She also enjoys cooking and exploring new places.