Outpatient Care

Dental

At Santee Dental, we strive to make a difference in our patients’ lives and oral health. We care about each of our patients and want to help them maintain optimal dental health for a lifetime while also building relationships of trust. We are passionate about what we do and want our patients to feel confident that they will receive the best care dentistry has to offer by using today’s latest dental techniques. No matter what your dental needs may be, we provide excellent services to improve the oral health of your entire family.

Dr. Karrah Bruegman, DDS

Attended Wayne State College for undergraduate school and went on to graduate school at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Dentistry, where she graduated in 2019 with an Outstanding Achievement in the Study of Prosthodontics. 

Sandie Carpenter, RDH

Attended Central Community College in Hastings where she graduated in 2013 with her Dental Hygienist and Public Health licenses.

Optometry

Our Optometry department is able to serve as your primary eye care provider by encouraging systemic disease prevention, promoting eye health maintenance, performing patient education and diagnosing and treating acute and chronic eye disease. 

Our Optometry staff will help you navigate your vision and eye care needs through assisting with:

Dr. James Torsney, Optometrist

Attended University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.

Physical Therapy

The Santee Health Center’s physical medicine and rehabilitation services help patients whose mobility has been impaired by pain or injury. Our care providers help patients regain proper function and mobility. If you or a loved one suffer from an injury or are looking for a way to regain mobility to be more active, our team of physical medicine and rehabilitation experts can help!

Outpatient services include: 

Dave Holland, PT

Attended Wayne State College where he graduated with a Bachelors in Exercise Science with a minor in Athletic Training, plus University of Nebraska Medical Center with Physical Therapy.

Dave is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and also has his McKenzie Certification focusing on cervical and lumbar spine rehabilitation.

Cami Pinkelman, PTA

Attended Wayne State College where she graduated with a Bachelors in Exercise Science and also Northeast Community College where she graduated as an Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapy.