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Summit Health and Pain provides comprehensive health care and pain management services in Colorado with locations in Denver, Colorado Springs, La Junta, and Pueblo. Our practice's highly skilled and compassionate providers offer outstanding care by developing strong relationships with our patients and fulfilling their needs using a multidisciplinary approach.

While our team specializes in primary care with an emphasis on interventional pain management for patients suffering from chronic pain, neuropathy, migraines, and other conditions, our primary care services are also an integral part of our philosophy.

Our primary care services include treatment and management of a wide variety of conditions including diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disorders, asthma, high cholesterol, and COPD.

Our primary care preventative medicine services include wellness exams for patients 7 and older and immunizations for patients 18 and older. We are able to provide resources to parents of children aged 7-18 on where to obtain the appropriate vaccinations for your child.

Summit Health and Pain’s providers also understand the importance of optimal mental health and are experienced in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health conditions.

Find out more about the exceptional services available at Summit Health and Pain and schedule a consultation by calling the nearest office or booking online.

We offer rapid testing and expert acute care for flu, strep, COVID-19, and other infectious diseases. We can often perform this testing for both existing and new patients with same or next-day appointments for your convenience.

We are one of the few practices in Southern Colorado who continually accept new patients with both commercial and public insurances such as Medicare, Medicaid, and HealthFirst Colorado.

For additional patient convenience, we will soon have a private lab – housed in our Colorado Springs location – which will ensure coverage of in-house lab tests, and pharmacy services are currently available in the same building as our Denver location.

Summit Health and Pain provides comprehensive health care and pain management services in Colorado with locations in Denver, Colorado Springs, La Junta, and Pueblo. Our practice's highly skilled and compassionate providers offer outstanding care by developing strong relationships with our patients and fulfilling their needs using a multidisciplinary approach.

While our team specializes in primary care with an emphasis on interventional pain management for patients suffering from chronic pain, neuropathy, migraines, and other conditions, our primary care services are also an integral part of our philosophy.

Our primary care services include treatment and management of a wide variety of conditions including diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disorders, asthma, high cholesterol, and COPD.

Our primary care preventative medicine services include wellness exams for patients 7 and older and immunizations for patients 18 and older. We are able to provide resources to parents of children aged 7-18 on where to obtain the appropriate vaccinations for your child.

Summit Health and Pain’s providers also understand the importance of optimal mental health and are experienced in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health conditions.

Find out more about the exceptional services available at Summit Health and Pain and schedule a consultation by calling the nearest office or booking online.

We offer rapid testing and expert acute care for flu, strep, COVID-19, and other infectious diseases. We can often perform this testing for both existing and new patients with same or next-day appointments for your convenience.

We are one of the few practices in Southern Colorado who continually accept new patients with both commercial and public insurances such as Medicare, Medicaid, and HealthFirst Colorado.

For additional patient convenience, we will soon have a private lab – housed in our Colorado Springs location – which will ensure coverage of in-house lab tests, and pharmacy services are currently available in the same building as our Denver location.

Michael K. Cavanagh, MD joined Westmed Family HealthCare. He has a special interest in Sports Medicine and Wilderness Medicine. He is Board Certified. During his leisure time, Dr. Cavanagh enjoys running, cycling and snowboarding. Originally from Connecticut, he is married with two children.

Philosophy: 

"My primary goal as a physician is excellence in the care I provide. My philosophy is to treat my patients as a whole person, not just treating an illness.”

 

Specialty: Family Practice

In practice at WMFH: 1996

 

Education

Undergraduate: Drake University 1983 -1986

 

Medical School

University of Iowa 1990 -1993

Residency: University of Connecticut 1993 -1996

 

Board Certifications/Associations

American Board of Family Physicians, Board Certified 1993

American Academy of Family Physicians

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Colleen has been practicing Family Medicine in Colorado since 2012. Originally from Illinois, she earned her bachelor’s degree at Marquette University, attended graduate school at St. Louis University, and completed her Physician Assistant studies at Jefferson College of Health Sciences in 2008. Colleen is committed to providing care that is compassionate and non-judgmental. She strives to create an environment where patients feel comfortable and understood. Colleen believes in taking time to educate patients so they fully understand the “why” and “how” behind their health and treatment, empowering them to make informed decisions and take an active role in their well-being.

Christian is a board-certified family nurse practitioner, who enjoys caring for individuals of all ages. She has a strong background in pediatrics, having worked as a pediatric nurse for 6 years prior to becoming a nurse practitioner. She was born and raised in Denver, and attended the University of Northern Colorado, where she completed her master’s degree in nursing in 2018. Prior to joining Westmed, she spent 6 years in central California, providing care to individuals at a private primary care clinic and student wellness center for pre-school to 12th grade students. She speaks Spanish fluently.

Christian prides herself in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, and strives to connect with her patients, to achieve the best outcome for the patient.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, traveling, watching movies, and baking.

Val has over 14 years of healthcare and management experience. She spent nine years working as Practice Administrator and Billing Supervisor of a well-established Ophthalmology and Optometry practice. As Magnolia Medical Group's Director of Operations, she works closely with medical providers, counselors, psychiatrists, laboratory staff, medical assistants, and clinic administration staff to consistently develop and nurture a clinic atmosphere that is beneficial and conducive to helping those in recovery. Val has been with Magnolia Medical Group since May of 2021.

Val is a Colorado Native who lives with her husband and their two children. She enjoys camping, hiking, paddle boarding, and most other outdoor activities. She is also an avid reader, so if you ever need a good book recommendation, she's your girl! Val attended Colorado State University to complete a bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership.

Pradeep Raj Rai, MD, FASAM, is a board-certified medical doctor and a Fellow of the American Society of Medicine. He is the medical director at Magnolia Medical Group, with locations in Denver and Wheat Ridge, Colorado, and he is board-certified in addiction medicine to offer the highest-quality care to every patient he sees.

Dr. Rai received his bachelor’s degree in cellular and molecular biology from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, before going on to earn his medical degree. After working for several years in the field of addiction medicine, he founded Magnolia Medical Group to provide the residents of Colorado with resources for addiction that combine behavioral health solutions alongside effective medical care.

Dr. Rai has experience in the many forms of addiction medicine and an unceasing dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of his clients and their families.

He welcomes anyone in need of help to Magnolia Medical Group, where they can expect comprehensive, nonjudgmental treatment in a safe and compassionate environment.

Tana Smith, M.D. is an experienced board certified family physician with over 20 years of dedicated service in the field of medicine. As a Colorado native, she’s had the privilege of serving Colorado communities for more than two decades. Dr. Smith is an alumna of the University of Denver. She graduated from the University of Colorado School of Medicine, followed by residency at St. Anthony Family Medicine Residency Program in Denver. Her experience spans various facets of family medicine, with a particular emphasis on fostering strong patient-physician partnerships and shared decision-making. Dr. Smith's approach to healthcare is grounded in the belief that effective treatment plans are best developed through collaborative efforts between physician and patient. She is passionate about getting to know her patients and working together to keep patients and their families healthy. As a Colorado native, Dr. Smith has called Littleton home for over 20 years.

Dr. Sarah Mack is a Colorado Native who completed medical school at Rocky Vista University. She received her undergraduate degree in biology with a minor in chemistry at University of Northern Colorado and a masters in Biomedical Sciences from Colorado State University. She then completed residency with Durant Family Medicine in Oklahoma learning to care for a rural population and help an underserved population manage their health. Dr. Mack enjoys caring for whole families and providing thorough care through education and discussion of options. Dr. Mack enjoys spending time with her husband and family when she’s not practicing medicine. She enjoys being in the mountains as much as possible with hiking, camping, and off-roading with her husband. She enjoys cooking and baking for her loved ones and learning new techniques when she can.

Andrea received BA degree at Doane college with honors. Worked in lab for cytogenetics while studying at University of Colorado Child Health Associate/physician assistant program. Graduated with master’s degree. She has been blessed with opportunity in primary care and specialty allowing continued growth. Inspired by patients’ and colleagues with their insight and enjoy educating patients to allow active involvement in their health care. Andrea is an advanced practitioner who feels passionate to keep updated on new medical advances, provide great care along with respect and dignity to the individual patient. Received the Distinguished Fellowship Award from American Academy of Physician Assistant. Appointed in Empire's Who's Who Among Executive and Professional Women in Healthcare. Andrea treasures moments with her adult sons, family and friends. Traveling and cruising are some activities she finds relaxing. Enjoys quilting and trying to give back to the community, when possible.

Jodie Gahn-Stahley began her health-care career in 1990 as a US Fleet Marine Force Corpsman where she treated Navy and Marine Corps personnel and their families at Camp Pendleton, CA and Naval Medical Center San Diego, CA. After four years, she separated from active duty and continued her military career in the US Naval Reserves supporting Fleet Hospital 23, Field Medical Unit as a combat medical technician. 

Jodie grew up in southeastern Wisconsin and attended the University of Wisconsin- Madison for undergraduate training in 1995. While pursuing her degree, she worked as a multi-specialty medical assistant at Dean Medical Center in Madison, Wisconsin. Her physician assistant training was completed at College of Osteopathic Medicine - Des Moines University. Since then, she has been dedicated to providing quality and cost- effective health care in the South Denver Metro area. Her outpatient medical practice spans the pediatric through geriatric 

population with a focus on preventative medicine, disease management and urgent care. 

In her personal time, she and her husband, John, enjoy a multitude of outdoor adventures whether hiking in the forest or boating and fishing in Colorado's mountain lakes and streams with their two dogs Max and Elke. An aspiring home chef and foodie, Jodie is known to whip up a tasty meal for her family and friends.