About Us
We aren't just providers, we are parents too and we have been on both sides of care for complex kids. It is from our own frustration that we created a practice that parents can trust and progress can be made. All of our providers and staff are committed to providing the expertise you need and the compassion you deserve.
OUR APPROACH
We specialize in helping families navigate the medical comorbidities of multiple complex disorders including autism spectrum disorder, connective tissue disorders, genetic issues, mitochondrial dysfunction, and more.
We begin by gathering and analyzing each patient's medical history. Additional comprehensive testing is done as needed to fill in the gaps. This gives us the information we need to systematically identify and treat complex constellations of symptoms. Our goal is improved health and quality of life for all our patients.
We believe that the best, most comprehensive care happens when multiple experts in multiple disciplines work together on each case. This collaborative, individualized care approach paired with our unique framework for systematic medical investigation is why doctors across the country send their toughest cases to our clinic.
OUR PROVIDERS
Dr. Brian Wise, M.D., MPH
Chief Psychiatric Officer
Dr. Brian Wise, CPO knows first-hand the struggles of being sick, as well as the hope of being healthy. When he was 6 months old, he developed severe asthma, eczema, and allergies. The summers of his youth were spent at a major academic hospital, where doctors sought solutions to his medical problems. He owes the life he has today to the innovative thinking of the medical team treating him. He crafted his patient-oriented treatment philosophy after these gifted physicians who were also creative and thought "outside the box" to meet the needs of their patients.
Dr. Wise holds a Board Certification in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry. He has a love of medical knowledge and is consistently pursuing certifications and training in a number of specialty areas of mental health and medicine in order to provide the newest and most effective therapies to his patients.
Additionally, Dr. Wise is board-certified by the Academy of Integrative and Holistic Medicine for treating numerous disorders and symptoms from a holistic perspective. He has a specific interest in the treatment of autoimmune disorders, concussions, endocrine disorders, and rheumatologic conditions - all in addition to his expertise in psychiatric care.
EDUCATION
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Masters in Public Health-Columbia University
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Medical Degree-University of South Carolina School of Medicine
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Residency in Adult Psychiatry-University of Colorado Health Sciences
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Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry-University of Colorado Health Sciences.
For a complete list of Dr. Wise's credentials, lectures, community and research activities, please review his curriculum vitae.
Dr. Dane Fliedner, M.D., MPH, FAAP, IFMCP, FMAPS, ABoIHM
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Dane Fliedner, CMO is a board-certified general pediatrician with a diverse medical background before starting his functional medicine practice. He became interested in integrative medicine when his children were struggling with chronic illnesses that were not being adequately addressed by the conventional allopathic model. After seeing an integrative medical practitioner and seeing results for his children, he began his journey into integrative and functional medicine.
He opened Raising Sages Integrative Pediatrics in Southern California prior to merging with Rossignol Medical Center in 2018 to further expand his ability to care for complex, chronic medical diseases in children.
He is an Institute of Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, a Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS) as well as Board Certified from the American Board of Holistic, Integrative Medicine. He currently practices in a hybrid of an integrative, primary care practice as well as consulting with families for complex medical conditions including autism, asthma, allergies, gut imbalances and more.
Netsanet "Netsy" Mulugeta
MSN, CPNP-PC, DNPc
Co-Founder
Netsanet Mulugeta is a Board Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and one of the Lighthouse Complex Care founders. She has spent over fifteen years in the medical care of the pediatric population. She is currently a doctoral candidate, concentrating her research on autism and underlying medical conditions. Our patients affectionately call her Netsy.
Before she came to Lighthouse Complex Care, Netsy worked on a multidisciplinary team that evaluated, diagnosed, and coordinated care for Pediatric patients in Craniofacial and Plastic Surgery at Children's Hospital in Los Angeles, CA. Her patients were often very medically complex with multiple co-morbid conditions and unique challenges. This strengthened her clinical knowledge and expertise and she brings that forward into caring for the wide array of patients who come to Lighthouse. She believes a collaborative team approach is vital to caring for the pediatric patient with complex care needs and their families.
Netsy also brings the perspective as a mother of a medically complex child. She has spent thousands of hours researching both traditional and functional medicine approaches with access to resources not available to the public. Her own experiences have made her even more passionate about helping medically complex patients. She has centered her care for the pediatric patient to be holistic to help promote a healthier recovery.
Netsy is of Ethiopian descent and speaks fluent Amharic.
EDUCATION
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Master of Science, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-California State University
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing-California State University
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Doctor of Nursing Practice Candidate (DNPc)-Chatham University
CERTIFICATIONS
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Board Certification through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support
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Basic Life Support
Mary Margaret Burch
MSN, FNP-BC
Mary Margaret Burch is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse. Prior to becoming a nurse Mary Margaret spent fifteen years in Social Services providing case management services to a wide variety of populations. Before joining Lighthouse Complex Care, she spent several years in an integrated family care practice providing primary and complex care to patients from birth through adulthood. Additionally, she spent six years in an acute care hospital system as a registered nurse and later as a nurse clinician providing clinical education.
Mary Margaret’s interest in Integrative Medicine began with the birth of her two children who were diagnosed and treated for multiple complex needs. She grew to value the importance of utilizing an integrative approach to caring not only her own children, but for her own patients as well. She sees patients more like family and seeks to utilize all available resources to guide and influence their healing journey.
In her spare time, Mary Margaret enjoys distance running, all forms of outdoor activities and church involvement.
EDUCATION
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Master’s of Science in Nursing Summa Cum Laude-Auburn University College of Nursing
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Bachelors of Science in Nursing Cum Laude-Auburn University College of Nursing
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Bachelors of Science in Psychology-University of Alabama
CERTIFICATIONS
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Certificate of completion from Integrative Health and Lifestyle Program(iHeLP)- Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine University of Arizona
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Currently working towards certification (ABAAHP) through American Academy for Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)
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BLS certified
Kathleen McEwen
MSN, FNP-C
Kathleen McEwen is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse. Kathleen has 26 years of extensive experience in direct medical diagnosis, treatment and management of chronic and episodic illnesses.
Before joining Lighthouse Complex Care, she was the Clinical Coordinator of an urgent care clinic and worked for the University of Pittsburgh Student Health Center. Additionally, she has over ten years of experience completing comprehensive medical assessments on complex patients, including many with psychiatric disorders. Kathleen also has experience in coronary care and renal disease.
Kathleen became interested in Integrative medicine when navigating care for her son with complex needs. As a parent provider, she is passionate about helping others with medically complex conditions. Kathleen’s integrative approach combines functional and traditional medicines to address complex needs holistically.
Kathleen also has a special interest in caring for patients with mental health disorders. She is currently working on her post-master certificate in psychiatry and mental health.
EDUCATION
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Master’s of Science in Nursing-- University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing
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Bachelors of Science in Nursing-- University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing
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Diploma in Nursing --West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh PA
CERTIFICATIONS
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Board Certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support
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Basic Life Support
Monica Cooke
MSN, FNP-C
Monica Cooke is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse. Monica has worked in the Medical Field for over 24 years.
Before joining Lighthouse Complex Care, she worked as a Nurse Practitioner within pain management and nutrition and diet specialties. Her nursing background ranges from school nursing to newborn care/labor and delivery to oncology. Monica’s integrative approach combines functional and traditional medicines to address complex needs for total wellness.
Monica became interested in Integrative medicine while attending undergraduate school in the southwest. She was introduced to Dr. Andrew Weil and Reiki early on in nursing school, becoming Reiki II certified and knew that she wanted to integrate all modalities in her practice to focus on the whole person. She also is the mother of children with complex needs and as a parent provider, empathizes with seeking the best care possible for a child with medically complex conditions.
Monica is currently studying Herbalism and Functional Medicine.
EDUCATION
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Master’s of Science in Nursing—Wilmington University
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Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing-- University of Arizona’s School of Nursing
CERTIFICATIONS
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Board Certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center
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ONCC- OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
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ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certified
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Basic Life Support
APPOINTMENT HOURS
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8 am - 5 pm Mountain Standard Time
Last Appointment: 4 pm Mountain Standard Time
Saturday, Sunday: Closed