ER 24/7 + Urgent Care 8 am – 7:30 pm320-864-3121 English | Español Glencoe Regional Health Home Community Health & Wellness Patient Stories News & Events Welcome Our New Providers We have recently added three new providers to our medical staff, strengthening the services we provide to the community. Matthew Patterson, MD, FACS, MBA, MHA Introducing Allergy and Sleep Medicine Services A familiar face is returning to GRH as Matthew Patterson, MD, FACS, MBA, MHA, rejoins our team. Dr. Patterson previously provided otolaryngology, or Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) services at GRH – while he will still provide some of these services, his main focus will be Sleep and Allergy Medicine. Dr. Patterson provides care for patients with sleep disorders or problems, which can lead to sleep deprivation. Not only does sleep deprivation lead to moodiness or irritability, it can cause chronic conditions such as diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and high blood pressure. “I’m passionate about preventive medicine and helping my patients address health concerns before they become serious issues,” said Dr. Patterson. In addition to his practice in sleep medicine, Dr. Patterson also helps patients manage asthma and allergies. Treating these conditions has been shown to prevent frequent ER visits, progressive damage to the lungs, sinus infections, and ear infections. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Patterson, call 320-864-7816, or learn more about him by clicking here. Elizabeth Colsen, MD, FACS New General Surgeon with Bariatric Surgery Options New surgical options will be brought to GRH with the addition of Elizabeth Colsen, MD, FACS, who is a general surgeon with a special interest in gastroesophageal reflux disease and bariatric surgery. “I enjoy helping people explore surgical options available to assist with the challenges of morbid obesity and relief from reflux,” said Dr. Colsen. “I’m driven by my desire to help patients achieve relief, and enjoy thinking about complex medical issues.” Gastroesophageal reflux disease is one of the most common maladies patients may experience, through which stomach acid moves backward into the esophagus instead of forward through the digestive system. Dr. Colsen provides surgical procedures which help alleviate discomfort related to reflux. Appointments with Dr. Colsen can be scheduled by calling 320-864-7080, or you can learn more by clicking here. Jake Traxler, MD Expanded Clinic Appointments in Glencoe and Stewart Family Medicine provider Jake Traxler, MD, is also joining the team, bringing expanded appointment availability to our Glencoe and Stewart Clinics. He will also round on residents at GlenFields Living with Care, our skilled-nursing facility, and he will serve as a hospitalist. “I enjoy accompanying patients through their different journeys in life – whether that’s through childhood, adolescence, becoming a parent, or working through a chronic disease,” said Dr. Traxler. “Being with patients as they go through tough times, and being everything from someone who can provide guidance to simply a positive voice in their corner is extremely rewarding.” You may see Dr. Traxler and his family around town, as they have moved into the Glencoe community. “My family and I have really enjoyed living in Glencoe and we feel very welcome,” said Dr. Traxler. “The staff at GRH are great, and the patients are all very friendly, which makes coming to work fun!” Learn more about Dr. Traxler by clicking here, or make an appointment by calling 320-864-7816. By Glencoe Regional Health Nov 1, 2021 Posted in: News & Events 1805 Hennepin Ave. N., Glencoe, MN 55336 320-864-3121 or 1-888-526-4242 | Map Care & Services Patients & Visitors Locations News & Events Baby Nursery Touching Lives Blog Request an Appointment Access MyChart Pay a Bill Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Nondiscrimination Notice | © Glencoe Regional Health