Meet Our Providers
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R. Alan Grimes, MD, FAAP
UMKC School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
UMKC School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 25 years, I have focused on creating innovative opportunities while maintaining staff and patient satisfaction. I’m energetic and happy. I love traveling and making cheesecake. My favorite childhood book was The Fire Dog.
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Alejandra Beardman, MD, FAAP
UMKC School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
UMKC School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 19 (22 if you count residency) years, I have been helping kids live their happiest and healthiest lives. I value family above all. I love trying new gadgets and really enjoy it when my patients tell me silly jokes. I reread The Harry Potter series and Pride and Prejudice every year.
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J. Scott Rogers, DO, FAAP
KC University of Medicine & Biosciences; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
KC University of Medicine & Biosciences; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
Since 2003, it has been my joy and privilege to partner with families as their pediatrician. I love being with my family, walking in faith, and having fun. I am passionate about cycling and exercising. The Little Engine That Could was my favorite book as a child.
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Bonnie Jones, MD, FAAP
University of Nebraska College of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
University of Nebraska College of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
Since 2001, I have been keeping kids healthy and thriving. I’m a proud adoptive mother, pacifist Mennonite, and science fiction fanatic. I love crafting and decorating, and especially enjoy artwork made by and for kids. Where the Wild Things Are was my favorite childhood book.
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Lily Nguyen, DO, FAAP
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 15 years, I have taken care of patients and help them to grow happy and healthy. I am conscientious, empathic, devoted. I love being silly with kids. Little Women was my favorite book to read while growing up.
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J. Bryan Wohlwend, MD, FAAP
KU School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
KU School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
I have been a pediatrician for 18 years. I am an avid traveler, sports fanatic and movie aficionado. I enjoy volunteering and reading. The Dark is Rising trilogy and The Hobbit were both my favorite childhood books.
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Alexandria Bahr, MD, FAAP
University of Rochester School of Medicine & Pediatric Residency
University of Rochester School of Medicine & Pediatric Residency
For 18 years, I have worked as a general pediatrician on an as-needed basis. I am enthusiastic, authentic, loyal. I love cooking, mentoring, and reading. My favorite childhood book was The High King from The Chronicles of Prydain.
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Jennifer Neitzel, DO, FAAP
Oklahoma State University; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
Oklahoma State University; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 13 years, I have cared for kids and their families. In my free time, I enjoy making quilts and cooking. My favorite childhood book was Green Eggs and Ham because my mom would make green eggs and ham!
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Brandi Morrison, DO, FAAP
KC University of Medicine & Biosciences; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
KC University of Medicine & Biosciences; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 10 years, I have focused on the health, safety, and overall well-being of my patients. I’m enthusiastic, compassionate, honest. My favorite childhood book was The Laura Ingles Wilder series.
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Lori Falcone, DO, FAAP
KC University of Medicine & Biosciences; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
KC University of Medicine & Biosciences; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
Since 2007, I have enjoyed working to provide quality, evidence-based care to children. I am energetic, organized, and caring. I love spending time with my family, traveling, and cooking. One of my hidden talents is making specialty birthday cakes for my family. My favorite childhood book collection is the Berenstain Bears series.
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Lisa Avery, MD, FAAP
UMKC School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
UMKC School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 12 years, I have been helping kids and families navigate through health and illness. I strive to provide compassionate and comprehensive medical care to all of my patients. I enjoy baking and eating chocolate chip cookies with my family. My favorite book to read to my kids is I Love You, Stinky Face. My favorite childhood book was Strega Nona.
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Rory Tompkins, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine; University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine
University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine; University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine
I have been seeing children and their families for 35 years now. When not at work my favorite things are to travel, ride my bicycle, camp, read, and hunt for Jade. My favorite childhood book is The Ghost of Dibble Hallow.
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Megan Fraker, MD, FAAP
UMKC School of Medicine; Orlando Health-Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children; Children’s Mercy Center for Sports Medicine
UMKC School of Medicine; Orlando Health-Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children; Children’s Mercy Center for Sports Medicine
I’ve been helping young, active patients safely participate in sports and activities since 2004. My favorite childhood book is Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb. Other than my job, I enjoy spending time with my kids and traveling.
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Samantha Wiemann, MD
UMKC School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospital
UMKC School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospital
Since 2015, I have been helping children stay safe, happy and healthy. I am family-oriented, compassionate and enjoy the outdoors. I love being a toddler mom, playing fetch with our dog and cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Jodi VanGundy, MD
University of Kansas School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospital and Clinics
University of Kansas School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospital and Clinics
Since 2015, I’ve been connecting with families and children to provide the best pediatric medical care. I’m compassionate, hard-working and fun-loving. Outside the office, I spend time coaching my daughter’s basketball team. My favorite children’s book is You Are Special by Max Lucado.
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Megha S. Chandramohan, MD
UMKC School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospital and Clinics
UMKC School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospital and Clinics
Since 2001, I have been providing evidence-based, compassionate care to acutely ill children. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, baking, traveling, and teaching/choreographing Bollywood dance. One of my favorite books as a child was Where the Sidewalk Ends.
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Veronica Lawrence, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospital & Clinics
Since 2010 I have had the extremely rewarding experience of caring for pediatric patients and their families. My goal is to always provide compassionate care to children from all walks of life. Outside of work I love watching sports, reading, running and biking. The children’s book that has continued to be one of my all time favorites is Oh The Places You’ll Go.
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Lien Russell, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine; University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center
Since 2001, it has been my privilege to take care of children and their families. As a pediatrician, I enjoy helping parents keep their children healthy, happy, and safe. I also love spending time with my husband and two kids. I particularly like to read, cook, and walk my dogs. My favorite children’s book is The Rainbow Fish.
Nurse Practitioners
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Lindsey Hibler, APRN, CPNP
Nurse Practitioner, University of Missouri; UMKC
Nurse Practitioner, University of Missouri; UMKC
For 9 years, I have been providing family centered, evidence based care for children with acute illnesses. I am family-oriented, determined, and a dedicated Christian. I enjoy the outdoors, playing golf, and decorating. My favorite childhood book was any of the Little Critter Collection, which I now enjoy reading to my son.
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Kim McNerney, APRN, CPNP
Graceland University; University of Missouri-Columbia
Graceland University; University of Missouri-Columbia
I have been working in pediatric primary care since 2005. I strive to provide quality, evidence-based care for each of my patients. My favorite childhood book is Love You Forever by Robert Munsch, which holds a big place in my heart.
Mental Health Team
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Scott Brown, PhD
Psychologist, University of Missouri – Kansas City; McLean Hospital Harvard Medical School
Psychologist, University of Missouri – Kansas City; McLean Hospital Harvard Medical School
For 33 years, I have worked with children and their families as a psychologist. I am playful, curious and caring. I enjoy motivating groups in methods to improve their lives. My favorite childhood book was Huckleberry Finn.
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Melissa Loper, LCSW
Mental Health Therapist, University of Missouri – Kansas City, School of Social Work
I have been a Social Worker since 2001, working with children in educational settings for 10 years and in medical settings since 2012. I love spending time with my family, baking, and being outdoors. My favorite book as a child was the Winnie the Pooh series (and I still love that silly old bear!)
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Katie MacDougall, LCSW
Behavioral Health Consultant, University of Kansas School of Social Welfare
I have worked in pediatrics for over 18 years, first as a child life specialist and now as a social worker. I am kind, compassionate, and motivated to help people. I enjoy volunteering, love dogs and musicals. A favorite book as a child was The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare.
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Sara Nelson-Johns, LCSW
Mental Health Therapist, KU School of Social Welfare
Mental Health Therapist, KU School of Social Welfare
I have worked in mental health for 15 years. I am energetic, caring and honest. I’m a former web designer and I can still think in HTML code. My favorite book growing up was the Little House on the Prairie series.
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