Our Dedicated Providers in Manhattan, KS
Mark J. Gros, MD
Mark J. Gros, MD, is a dedicated and talented obstetrician and gynecologist at The Women's Health Group, P.A. in Manhattan, Kansas. Dr. Gros provides high-quality care to his patients and the community from the practice's East and West Manhattan offices.
Dr. Gros grew up in Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from Kansas State University (KSU) in Manhattan with a Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences. He then completed post-graduate work at Plymouth Polytechnic Institute, now called the University of Plymouth, in England.
Dr. Gros returned to the United States to further his education. In 1994, he earned a Doctor of Medicine from the Kansas Medical School in Kansas City.
In 1998, Dr. Gros completed his residency at Texas Tech University (TTU) in Lubbock, Texas, where he researched thyroid function in pregnancy.
Dr. Gros has been practicing in Manhattan since 1998.
He is honored to be serving the people of Manhattan. He welcomes all patients into the Women's Health Group, P.A., and looks forward to caring for them.
Steven A. Priddle, MD
Steven A. Priddle, MD, is an experienced obstetrician and gynecologist at The Women's Health Group, P.A. in Manhattan, Kansas. Dr. Priddle provides high-quality care to his patients and the community from the practice's East and West Manhattan offices.
Dr. Priddle grew up in Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from Kansas State University (KSU) in Manhattan with a Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences. He then earned a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Kansas (K.U.), Wichita campus, in 1995.
K.U. Wichita graduates are superbly trained and ready to enter clinical practice. In 1999, Dr. Priddle completed his residency at the Wichita Center for Graduate Medical Education (WCGME).
Dr. Priddle has been practicing in Manhattan since 1999.
With close ties to the community, Dr. Priddle takes great pride in serving the people of East and West Manhattan and surrounding areas. He warmly welcomes all patients into The Women's Health Group, P.A.
Michael L. Newcomer, MD
Michael L. Newcomer, MD, is a skilled and practiced Obstetrician and Gynecologist at The Women's Health Group, P.A. in Manhattan, Kansas. Dr. Newcomer provides high-quality care to his patients and the community from the practice's East and West Manhattan offices.
Dr. Newcomer grew up in Salina, Kansas. He graduated from Kansas State University (KSU) in Manhattan with a Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences.
In 2006, Dr. Newcomer earned a Doctor of Medicine from the Kansas Medical School in Kansas City.
In 2010, Dr. Newcomer completed his residency at a public research university, the University of Missouri - Kansas City (UMKC), in Kansas City, Missouri.
He returned to Manhattan, Kansas, in 2010 and has been practicing in Manhattan ever since.
With close ties to the community, Dr. Newcomer takes great pride in serving the people of East and West Manhattan and surrounding areas. He welcomes all patients into The Women's Health Group, P.A., and looks forward to caring for them.
Katherine A. Goodpasture, DO
Dr. Katherine A. Goodpasture, D.O., is a caring and highly skilled obstetrician and gynecologist at The Women's Health Group, P.A. in Manhattan, Kansas. Dr. Goodpasture provides high-quality and conservative care to her patients and the community from the practice's East and West Manhattan offices.
A native of Kansas, Dr. Goodpasture grew up in Leavenworth. She graduated from Kansas State University (KSU) in Manhattan with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Business.
2009 Dr. Goodpasture earned a Doctor of Medicine from Kansas City University (KCU) of Medicine & Biosciences. Kansas City University is a private medical school with its main campus in Kansas City, Missouri.
In 2013, Dr. Goodpasture completed her residency at the University of Missouri—Kansas City (UMKC) in Kansas City, Missouri.
She returned to Manhattan, Kansas, in 2013 and has been practicing in Manhattan ever since.
Deeply rooted in her community, Dr. Goodpasture takes great pride in serving the people of Manhattan and surrounding areas. She welcomes all patients into The Women's Health Group, P.A. practice.
Mackenzie E. Dikeman, MD
Dr. Mackenzie E. Dikeman, MD, is an obstetrician-gynecologist at The Women’s Health Group, P.A., serving patients at both the East and West Manhattan offices.
Originally from Topeka, Kansas, Dr. Dikeman earned a B.S. in Psychology from Kansas State University and a B.A. in Biology from the University of Arkansas. She received her M.D. from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Kansas City and completed her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology in Wichita, Kansas.
Dr. Dikeman is passionate about providing comprehensive, compassionate care to women at every stage of life. She is now welcoming new patients and looks forward to building lasting relationships within the Manhattan community.
Brittani J. Roles, MD
Brittani J. Roles, MD, is a skilled and knowledgeable obstetrician and gynecologist at The Women's Health Group, P.A. in Manhattan, Kansas. From the practice's West Manhattan office, Dr. Roles provides high-quality and conservative care to her patients and the community.
Dr. Roles grew up in Iowa. She graduated from Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology. In 1996 she earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Iowa (Iowa) in Iowa City.
In 2000, Dr. Roles completed her residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha, Nebraska.
Shortly after completing her residency, Dr. Roles relocated to Kansas to pursue her medical career. She has been practicing in Manhattan since 2004.
Dr. Roles takes great pride in serving the people of East and West Manhattan and surrounding areas. She welcomes all patients into The Women's Health Group, P.A., and looks forward to caring for them.
Diane Wendelken, APRN-C
Diane Wendelken, APRN-C, WHNP, is a women’s health nurse practitioner at The Women’s Health Group, P.A. She brings over two decades of experience and a lifelong passion for women’s health to the practice.
Diane earned her B.S. in Nursing from Washburn University and began her career as a labor and delivery nurse. She went on to complete her Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner training at the University of Texas Southwestern and later earned a Master of Science in Nursing from Drexel University. She is board certified through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
In her 22 years with The Women’s Health Group, Diane has mentored countless nurse practitioner and physician assistant students, continuing to serve as a trusted resource for many even after graduation. She especially enjoys office procedures and caring for women across all stages of life.
Diane grew up on her family farm outside of Wakefield, Kansas, which she and her brothers still own today. She enjoys spending time with her family, spoiling her two great-nephews and great-niece, cheering on Kansas State University athletics, and traveling. She values the wide variety of patients she cares for at The Women’s Health Group and deeply appreciates working alongside such a dedicated team.
Kristin Blanding, APRN-C
Kristin Blanding, DNP, APRN-C, is a nurse practitioner at The Women’s Health Group, P.A., where she has cared for patients since 2019. She is passionate about women’s health and values the opportunity to provide care for women across the lifespan.
Kristin earned her B.S. in Nursing from MidAmerica Nazarene University in 2010 and her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from the University of Kansas in 2017. Before joining The Women’s Health Group, she worked for 10 years as a registered nurse in women’s health at Overland Park Regional Medical Center.
She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
Originally from Hanover, Kansas, Kristin enjoys spending time outdoors with her two daughters, cheering on Kansas State University and the Kansas City Chiefs, and staying active in the Manhattan community. She values the supportive team at The Women’s Health Group and the chance to continuously learn, engage, and teach within her profession.
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