Medical Staff
Insurance Accepted | Same-Day Appointments | Minimal Wait Times
Insurance Accepted
Same-Day Appointments
Minimal Wait Times
24/7 Emergency Care
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Charles Hardison, MD, FAAFP
Charles L. Hardison, MD 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, Charles L. Hardison, MD 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.”
Charles L. Hardison, MD 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, Charles L. Hardison, MD 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.
Peggy Parker, APRN, FNP-C
Peggy Parker attended the High Plains area Technical School and graduated in 1993 with a certificate in Licensed Practical Nursing. After some time, she attended Seward County Community College, graduating in 1997 with an associate degree in nursing. She continued working at various facilities, gaining an abundance of knowledge and experience.
In June of 2013, she was Board Certified in Family Practice by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners after successfully completing her Board Exams. She began working at Satanta District Hospital in July 2013 and is currently assigned to the Sublette Clinic as a Nurse Practitioner. She specializes in Family Practice but also provides women’s health exams at the Sublette Clinic and the Haskell County Public Health Department.
Her certifications include Basic and Advanced Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, Pediatric Fundamental Critical Care Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Neonatal Resuscitation, Advanced Burn Life Support, and Rural Trauma Team Development. She holds RN licenses in Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska. She serves as the Provider Representative on the Southwest Kansas Regional Trauma Counsel, Special Deputy Coroner with the State of Kansas, and is a Certified Medical Examiner for the Department of Transportation.
Peggy serves as a preceptor for physician assistant students from Wichita State University and nurse practitioner students from Marysville University and Walden University. Peggy is married to Randy Parker and has two adult sons, two stepsons, and seven grandchildren. They enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren. They also enjoy playing golf and traveling in their spare time.
Photo Credit: Golden Roots Photography
Photo Credit: Golden Roots Photography
Jonathan Bigler, PA-C
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, APRN
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.
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Timothy Barron, MD
(Surgeon)
Starting his career as an operating room technician in the U.S. Navy, Dr. Barron earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, located in Memphis, Tennessee, and a residency in general surgery at the Medical Center of Central Georgia in Macon, Georgia. Since then, he has practiced medicine for over 20 years, working as a general surgeon in both public and private practices. Dr. Barron moved his practice to Liberal, KS, in February 2022 and joined Southwest Kansas Medical Center at the General Surgery Care Center.
Peter Phan, MD
(Surgeon)
Dr. Phan received his undergraduate degree from the University of Washington and studied medicine at Loma Linda University School of Medicine in Loma Linda, CA. He then completed a surgical residency at Synergy Medical Education Alliance in Saginaw, MI. After completing his residency, he joined the United States Air Force as a general surgeon. He was deployed to Afghanistan three times as a member of an elite Special Operations Surgical Team. Since then, he has served on medical mission trips to several countries, including Niger and Gabon. Most recently, he moved his practice to Liberal, KS, in June 2024.
Spencer Anderson, PA-C
Spencer Anderson, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in interventional pain management in the Kansas Division. He earned his Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX. Dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, Spencer is committed to helping individuals manage pain and improve their quality of life. He resides in Hutchinson, KS, with his family and enjoys woodworking, welding, sculpture, running, camping, and expanding his cooking repertoire in his free time.
Brad Wertz, CRNA
Brad Wertz is an Interventional Pain Management specialist at the Kansas Division of Holistic Pain Management. He holds a Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia from the University of Kansas, a Post-Masters Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner from Maryville University, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Fort Hays State University.
Medical Specialists
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
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