Satanta District Hospital Medical Staff

Dr. Charley earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University and completed his residency at Monterey County Hospital in California. He later completed a fellowship in faculty development, which helped shape his passion for teaching and mentoring. Over the past 14 years, he has dedicated his career to international family medicine and refugee care, developing a strong background in cross-cultural medicine.

Originally drawn to Southwest Kansas by its strong sense of community and shared agricultural values, Dr. Charley feels a deep connection to the region. “I love the people,” he says. “Both sides of my family come from farming backgrounds in Arizona and New Mexico. Practicing in Southwest Kansas allows me to care for patients in a setting focused on people rather than production.”

Dr. Charley is especially passionate about whole-person healing. He strives to address not only physical illness but also the financial, relational, and behavioral stressors that impact health. He enjoys caring for patients of all ages and is particularly drawn to working with families, helping them build lasting wellness together. “I’m not here to dictate care,” he explains. “I’m on the journey with my patients. Together, we can explore good practices, prevention, treatment, and health.”



Outside of his medical work, Dr. Charley is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys all outdoor sports, especially winter activities. He and his wife are proud parents of four children and grandparents to two grandchildren.

As a PA-C, Jon Bigler brings his rural health experience to Satanta to continue to serve the patients of Southwest Kansas. Jon came to medicine later in life. Jon received his undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas in 1986. While at KU, Jon was a varsity yell leader and is still one of the Jayhawk basketball team’s biggest fans.

After graduating, Jon worked as a biology teacher and wrestling coach for 16 years. However, he always wanted to return to his roots. He grew up in Garden City, KS, where his father was a surgeon. Jon made the dramatic choice to get his master's degree in 2006 from Wichita State University. From here, he was able to pursue his love of medicine. He worked in Ashland, KS for 10 years, often acting as the sole provider in the clinic, hospital, and long-term care facility.

Jon and his wife, Lori, a high school English teacher and tennis coach, moved to Meade, KS in 2016, where he served primarily at the Plains Clinic. For Jon, it was like coming home.

Now, Jon uses his many years of experience, both in the classroom and in the healthcare industry, to provide personalized care for his patients. His work has been spotlighted in the KUMC’s publication “Kansas Connections,” and he has served on KU’s Rural Health symposium panel throughout the years.

Jon and Lori have three grown daughters. Amanda is a professor of English in France, Erin is in cyber security in Austin, TX, and Elyse followed in her father’s footsteps and became a PA-C in Southwest Kansas. Jon’s favorite pastime, besides following his favorite basketball team, is rock and fossil hunting. His greatest find to date is a mastodon skeleton that he and his daughter discovered in 2008. Jon is excited to be a part of the medical team in Satanta and looks forward to building the relationships that he enjoys so much.

Melanie Brewer, MSN, APRN, brings a strong and diverse background in emergency and critical care to Satanta District Hospital. With over 14 years of experience as a Flight Nurse, ICU/ER Nurse, and Nursing Instructor, Melanie has dedicated her entire nursing career to rural healthcare—where she believes some of the most rewarding and challenging work takes place.



Melanie earned her MSN from South University in Savannah, Georgia, her BSN from Oklahoma Panhandle State University, and her ADN from Dodge City Community College. She is passionate about cardiac and respiratory care, trauma, and emergency medicine. Her hands-on field experience includes advanced airway management and trauma procedures like intubation and chest tubes, which she perfected during her years in flight nursing.

Now, Melanie is excited to grow her skills in diabetic management and provide long-term, quality care that truly improves patients' lives. Her approach is centered on open communication, individualized care, and empowering patients to set and meet meaningful goals.

Melanie lives in Southwest Kansas with her husband of 13 years, Justin, and their children: Jazmin, a nurse in Wichita; Madelyn, a high school senior; Case, a sixth grader; and Remi, a third grader. Outside of work, she enjoys crafting, working out, and teaching Strong Nation by Zumba fitness classes. She also creates homecoming mums, garters, and cheer bows for the community.

With deep roots in the region and a heart for rural care, Melanie is proud to serve the community she calls home.

Satanta District Hospital is a certified stroke readiness facility and a Level IV Trauma Center. With multiple locations to serve patients, we have a range of qualified medical professionals on staff to provide you with the targeted care you need.

• Cardiology: Dr. Freund
• Podiatry: Dr. Brown
• General Surgery: Dr. Arroyo
• Holistic Pain Management: Spencer Anderson, PA, Trent Blackwill, CRNA, NSPM-C, and Kyle Anderson, CRNA, NSPM-C