Leadership Philosophy –

We will achieve the mission of All Care Health Center by developing teams that utilize the unique skills of each individual. We believe great ideas are those generated through diverse perspectives and are executed by sharing responsibility and accountability to achieve quality outcomes. We overcome challenges by embracing the opportunities brought forth by change, while promoting a culture of safety. We will lead with purpose, drive, and passion, while being honest, thoughtful and kind.

Meet the All Care leadership team.

Joel Dougherty,

Chief Executive Officer

Joel studied Healthcare Administration at Bellevue University. In 2011, Joel was honored in Midland’s Business Journal’s 40 Under 40, a list of young professionals considered influential leaders in their respective fields. Joel brings eighteen years of community health experience to All Care Health Center gained through both Chief Operating Officer and IT/Facilities leadership at OneWorld Community Health Center in Omaha. When not working, Joel enjoys cooking, scuba diving, and animals of all shapes and sizes.

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Jacquie Peregoy,

Chief Financial Officer

Ms. Peregoy has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting and an Associate of Arts in Business Management. Prior to joining All Care in 2013 she worked at Bland & Associates, LLP in Omaha, Nebraska as a Manager. Arabian horses and grandchildren are Jacquie’s passions; she also participates in Arabian horse rescue work.

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Gina Klein,

Chief Operating Officer

Gina received her undergraduate degree from the University of Iowa in Business Management with an emphasis on Workplace Practices and Perspectives in 2008.  In 2017, she completed the Masters of Business Administration program, with an emphasis on Human Resource Management at Bellevue University.  She has spent the majority of her professional career working in Healthcare Operations and Human Resources.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs, camping, and cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Dr. Kristine McVea, M.D.,

Chief Medical Officer

McVea brings over twenty-five years of leadership in medicine to All Care Health Center. She started her medical career by earning a Doctorate at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. Dr. McVea is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Preventive Medicine. She has spent the bulk of her career in Omaha, serving the metro community not only through her role as a medical provider but also through vast community service and teaching. In her free time, McVea is passionate about travel.

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JoLynn Ahmann,

Pharmacy Director

JoLynn graduated from South Dakota State University in 2001 with a Doctorate of Pharmacy. Jolynn has been with All Care Health Center since April 2013. JoLynn stresses the importance of medication reconciliation to ensure patient safety. In her free time, JoLynn likes to spend time with her husband and two boys. She also enjoys gardening and experimenting with new coffee origins and brewing techniques.

Mandy McCormick, PMH, ARNP Behavioral Health Director

Mandy McCormick, PMH-ARNP,

Behavioral Health Director

Mandy was born and raised in Omaha and has been a nurse for twelve years. Mandy was the 2023 Arlene Steege Award for Exceptional Human Services Commitment recipient. As a behavioral health provider, she believes trauma comes in all forms, stemming from any big life change. Mandy asks individuals “struggling and unsure of the source of their pain” to make an appointment with her. Mandy hopes to help her patients feel comfortable as their most authentic selves. Outside work, she loves to read because it has always been her favorite escape and window to the outside world. Her favorite quote is by Ralph Waldo Emerson “To be yourself in a world that is always trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”

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Kerri Hodges,

Development & Marketing Director

Kerri Wede began her education at Iowa State University with degrees in Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design, where her career took her through New York City, Council Bluffs, and Saint Louis, then back to the Omaha metro. Over the last ten years, Kerri shifted her career to assist nonprofits in their growth and development through community and partner relationships, while meeting their budget needs through fund development strategies and grant writing. Kerri began her journey with All Care Health Center in 2017 as a fund development and marketing consultant, and joined All Care full-time as their Development and Marketing Director in July 2020. Outside of work, Kerri enjoys running, hiking, boating, and most of all – time with her family.

Gretchen Bayer,

Quality Improvement Director

All Care Health Center has brought Gretchen Bayer and her eleven years of nonprofit business healthcare analytics experience to All Care Health Center to fill the role of Quality Improvement Director.

Gretchen’s experience has traversed the nonprofit healthcare avenue with most recent experience coming from her time as a Performance Improvement Analyst for an Omaha community health center.

Gretchen earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and complemented that degree with a Master of Public Health with a concentration in Community Health Education from the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

Michelle Christensen, PA-C,

Associate Medical Director

Michelle is driven to build long-term relationships with her patients. She focuses on personalized care tailored to each individual’s unique needs and is committed to promoting overall wellness by emphasizing the importance of preventative medicine. She is also an asset to her patients by being able to perform clinic-based surgical procedures.

Michelle’s dedication to her patients, along with her friendly and approachable demeanor, make her a valued and trusted member of the healthcare community.

Donna Smith,

Nursing Director

Donna Smith joins All Care Health Center with twenty-five years of extensive clinical experience as a Registered Nurse. Her leadership experiences, stemming from a fast-paced hospital environment, showcase her proven record of reliability and commitment to professionalism. Donna is challenge-driven and looks forward to meeting the challenges presented as All Care Health Center’s Nursing Director.

Donna began her education at Pensacola Junior College in Pensacola, Florida, to earn her Associate of Science in Nursing. Donna continued her studies at the University of South Alabama in Mobile to earn her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Donna now calls Sidney, Iowa home.

Board of Directors

  • David Burr, Chairperson
  • Rich Arnold, Vice Chair
  • Kim Vrba, Secretary
  • John Dalton, Treasurer
  • Rita Berthelsen
  • Sandy Byers
  • Jill King
  • Lucinda Klein-Lombardo
  • Paul Kline
  • Michael Messerly Jr.
  • Matt Tetzlaff
  • Milton Trabal
  • Dorothey Tunzer