Our Providers

Amanda Barton

About Me

I am a small town girl at heart. I was born and raised in West Michigan and now live just outside McBain. I love working in family practice. I see newborns, the elderly and everyone in between. Patients have said that seeing me is like having coffee with a good friend who listens and cares about you, your children and your parents. If you are looking for a new health care provider for you and/or your children, schedule an appointment and see for yourself the difference a caring provider who listens to you can make! You won’t be disappointed.

Professional Background

For a small town girl, it may be surprising that I did most of my training in the big cities. I received my doctorate at Rush University in Chicago. My family nurse practitioner training was completed at Columbia University in New York City. My undergraduate and graduate work was at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. My heart, however, remained in west and northern Michigan; so early in my career I returned “home” to practice the profession that I love! I am board certified, on the faculty at Michigan State University and committed to keeping up with the most current practice standards in family medicine while valuing the tried and true that comes with experience.

“Let’s work together to eat healthier, move more and reduce stress, and see how much better you can feel.”

Life Outside of the Practice

In addition to being a family nurse practitioner, I am also a wife and mother. My family includes adopted, biological and foster children. I have authored a series of children’s books based on our real-life experiences of being a mixed-race family created through adoption. Self-care for me includes prioritizing time with close friends and family, walking our dog with my husband, kayaking down the Clam River, hiking with girlfriends, cheering at my kids’ sporting events and reading fiction. Self-care for me does NOT involve shopping, iPhones or open water swimming, thus on my days off I avoid buying groceries, my phone is often missing (unless I am on-call!) and I will never attempt another triathlon-ever.

Amanda Mishler

About Me

As a child, I always liked going to the dentist. I liked the clean and organized environment and I knew I wanted to help people somehow. I decided to give dental hygiene a try and I love it. I really enjoy getting to meet new people and build relationships with them. It is really rewarding to see a smile transform and know that I helped the patient along the process.

Professional Background

I graduated from Ferris State University with my associate degree in Dental Hygiene in 2010 and my bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene in 2017. I am currently a student at Ferris again, in the Master of Public Health program. Along with working for Family Health Care, I am also adjunct clinical faculty at Ferris and I help oversee dental hygiene students in the clinic.

Life Outside of the Practice

I grew up in Cheboygan, MI and moved to Big Rapids for college. I met my husband there and we now call it home. We have two young boys, who keep us busy and entertained, as well as a dog and two cats. My husband and I created the Big Rapids Board Game Group, as we love to play board games. I also enjoy hula hooping in my free time and trying to learn new tricks. We also love spending time at our family cabins near Hubbard Lake.

Anika Walton-Stanciel

About Me

Anika Walton-Stanciel, LLMSW, is a Limited Licensed Master Social Worker Behavioral Health Therapist. Anika is seeing patients of all ages in our Baldwin Clinic. She is passionate about assisting individuals and families on a multi-spectrum level and helping at-risk and disadvantaged populations advocate for themselves and navigate services. Anika loves helping people overcome challenges and hardships, while assisting them with finding and learning about themselves, by using a culturally competent and client-centered approach. She believes the greatest success is achieved when an individual and/or family feels comfortable and has an appropriate and comfortable rapport with their provider.

Anika joined Family Health Care in 2023.

Clinical Interests

• Depression & Anxiety
• Stress
• Behavioral Management
• PTSD
• Addiction
• Control & Acceptance

Location

Baldwin
1615 Michigan Avenue
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4624

Education

Certifications

Limited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW)

Medical Education

Master of Social Work
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, Michigan

Bachelor of Social Work
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, Michigan

Ankita Sharma

About Me

I grew up in a household with two medical doctors as parents. Caring and helping people in distress was something that was instilled as a value since a very young age. I love meeting people and it gives me immense joy to alleviate their pain and suffering. I am extremely compassionate about my patients and would go out of my way to help them with their dental needs and trust me I don’t judge.

Professional Background

I earned my Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine in Massachusetts. Prior to joining Family Health Care, I practiced at a dental clinic in Pontiac, Michigan. My clinical field of interest are pain management and oral cancer. I also have published papers in Oral Oncology and Oral Diagnostics Medicine.

Life Outside of the Practice

I love traveling and cooking for friends and family, reading and listening to music, and going for long walks. I also really enjoy watching sports, especially tennis and cricket. I am a typical introverted extrovert. A fun fact about me is that I love to iron clothes!

Ashley Rozeveld

Professional Background

I graduated with my BSN from Ferris State University in Big Rapids, and with my MSN from Davenport University. I am currently working as a RN at Trinity Health St. Mary’s Emergency Department.

Life Outside of the Practice

Some of my hobbies include hunting, fishing, anything pertaining to the outdoors, training/working our hunting dogs, yoga, and spending my free time with my spouse and son (6 yr old).

Becky Ganzow-Fortier

About Me

Becky Ganzow-Fortier, PA-C, is a licensed Family Medicine Physician Assistant. Becky is located in our Baldwin clinic and sees patients of all ages. She completed her Master of Physician Assistant degree from Alderson Broaddus College in West Virginia, and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point.

Location

Baldwin
1615 Michigan Avenue
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4624

Education

Board Certifications

Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Provider
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Provider

Medical Education

Master of Physician Assistant Studies
Alderson Broaddus College
Philippi, West Virginia

Bachelor of Science, Biology
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI

Becky Porter

About Me

I knew that I wanted to work in a profession that allowed me to influence others’ lives positively from a young age—practicing as a Family Nurse Practitioner has made this possible. I love connecting with and empowering patients. I view the patient/provider relationship as a partnership or a team. Together we will determine what is needed to reach long-term and short-term goals. I enjoy caring for all age groups, from newborns to end of life.

Professional Background

I graduated with my Associates in Nursing in 2011. I completed my Bachelors of Nursing through Kaplan University in 2013. During that time, I worked in geriatrics, ICU/critical care, and maternity as a Registered Nurse. Although these were very fulfilling careers, my interest in becoming a family nurse practitioner was high. I was accepted to Michigan State University College of Nursing in 2014 and graduated with my Master’s degree in 2017. I became licensed as a Family Nurse Practitioner shortly after. 

Life Outside of the Practice

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family. We enjoy being outside and camping during the summer. 

Betsey Baumann-Smeenge

About Me

I love being a pediatric dentist because it gives me the chance to help children have happy, healthy smiles. Teeth affect the entire body, so keeping them disease-free helps a person stay healthy and out of pain. Baby teeth set the tone for the permanent teeth, so it’s important to take care of them. Starting good dental habits early on can help a child have a lifetime of good oral health.

I love working with children (and their parents), teaching them the importance of dental health and easing their anxieties. I know that many parents say they have had negative dental experiences in the past, and my goal is to change the narrative, so that the children I meet can have a positive dental experience, even looking forward to their dental visits. Every dental visit is kid-friendly, using simple terms and taking time to tell the child about the appointment, showing him or her what we will be doing, and then finally doing it.

I specialize in seeing kids of all ages: from the time the first tooth appears until they are 18 years old. I also see children with special healthcare needs, including those with sensory processing disorders, Autism, Down syndrome, or any other condition that may cause them to need a little extra time and patience during the appointment.

Professional Background

I grew up in Holland, MI, and studied psychology and biochemistry at Calvin College. After college, I earned my Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of Michigan, and then stayed at U of M to complete my Master’s degree in Pediatric Dentistry.

Life Outside of the Practice

In my free time, I enjoy hiking, camping, boating, reading, and traveling to new places.

Brett Stacer

Experience:
I have done clinical rotations in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine, Surgery, Psychology, OB/GYN, and Dermatology. One of my passions, though, is working with youth as I have been volunteering for a variety of youth organizations for over ten years.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology at Saginaw Valley State University in Saginaw, MI
• Master of Physician Assistant Studies at Grand Valley State University in Allendale, MI

Personal:
In my personal time, I like to make memories with family and friends, enjoying all of the outdoor activities Michigan has to offer in its various seasons. You can find me snowboarding in the winter, kayaking or out on a lake in the summer, and doing boxing workouts year round

Brian Dykes

About Me

I took an interest and aptitude test to determine what career would best fit my personality. It indicated that I would make a good teacher/preacher/counselor. I wanted to be a forest ranger (like Jim from Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom; for you younger folks, I wanted to be Steve Irwin before Steve Irwin). A failed camping experienced soured me on the forest experience. However, life has opened up many opportunities over the decades for me to help people through teaching and counseling.

As a behavioral therapist, I have the opportunity to meet with people in various spots on their journey through life – joy and heartbreak, health and hurting, life and death. I also work alongside medical staff who care deeply for the patients and want them to experience life to its fullest. I am viewed as a partner in the healing process.

I enjoy life and want others to experience the beauty and mystery of these few years we travel on this earth. I enjoy humor. I strive to find hope in the most desperate of situations. I also like to help others find the treasures in their lives even when they feel like theirs doesn’t have any. I view myself as a psychological archaeologist helping each patient find the gems of their past.

Professional Background

I am from the East Coast (Maryland) and landed in Michigan over three decades ago (I love West Michigan). Along the way, I graduated from a small college in North Carolina, began my graduate work in Illinois, and completed my Master’s in Counselor Education/Counseling Psychology at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI. 

My training is as a professional counselor. I’ve had experiences as a counselor, teacher, and supervisor. I also spent 13 years working within the criminal justice system, advocating for mentally ill and developmentally disabled individuals who were caught up in the legal process. My passion is to help others rediscover their value and pursue a value-focused life.  

Life Outside of the Practice

I have completed 10 marathons in six different states. My goal at one time was to run a marathon in every state. I’ve now modified my goal – walk as a tourist in every state. One of my most fulfilling activities is going to Honduras on Mission Trips. Besides being warm and beautiful, some awesome people live there and help me experience life in fresh and fulfilling ways. I also enjoy remodeling my house, and I’m a history nerd. Being chased by my grandchildren is an indescribably joyful experience. When I retire, I plan to be an archaeologist.  

Daniel Bow

Experience:
Dr. Bow is Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. Prior to medical school, Dr. Bow completed his education and training as a podiatrist.

Education:

• Undergraduate work in biology from Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, MI
• Medical studies at Michigan State University, Lansing, MI
• Residency at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills, MI

Practice:
Dr. Bow says he tries to be an active listener and advocate for the patient. He has a special interest in diabetes management.

Personal:
Dr. Bow’s move to West Michigan is a homecoming of sorts. His family has been vacationing here for 30 years. A self-professed “avid” golfer, Dr. Bow also enjoys volleyball and fishing, “where I can just throw the bobber out and relax.” He and his wife Pam relish their family time, whether hanging out, shopping or enjoying dinners out and a movie.

Daniel Tighe

About Me

Daniel Tighe, PharmD. is a licensed Pharmacist in our White Cloud clinic. Dan earned his Doctor of Pharmacy from Ferris State University in Michigan. Ever since he was a child, Dan had always had ambitions of working in the science field. As a teenager, he worked with a pharmaceutical salesman and realized his dream could come true in a pharmacy. Now, he’s helping patients take care of themselves and their neighbors.

Location

White Cloud Pharmacy
1035 E Wilcox
White Cloud, Michigan
(231) 689-6677

Education

Board Certifications

Michigan Board of Pharmacy

Michigan Controlled Substance

NACDS Community Pharmacy Point of Care Testing Certification

ACPE/APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Deliver

Medical Education

Doctor of Pharmacy
Ferris State University, College of Pharmacy
Big Rapids, Michigan