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Dr. Russell W. Melton, MD
Degree(s): Doctor of Medicine, The University of Virginia; Bachelor of Science, The College of William and Mary, VA |
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Karie S. Pepe, PA-C
Degree(s): Master of Medical Science ('11) |
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Deborah A. Crowe, DNP, FNP-BC
Degree(s): Doctor of Nursing Practice ('11); Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner ('07) |
Diane (Dede) Duntze, ANP
Degree(s): MSN ('01), BSN ('86) |
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Laura Thiesen, LMSW, Counselor
Degree(s): MSW, gerontology major, addiction treatment minor ('97); BA ('96) Colleges: New Mexico Highlands University, Las Vegas, NM ('97); University of Nevada, Reno ('96) Special clinical interests: Gerontology Spoken language(s): English At CRMC since: Mar 2008 Why I work at Cross Road: Social Work is a rewarding career. At Cross Road Medical Center I have the opportunity to connect with people both individually and at the community level. I strive to help individuals in each stage of life to overcome life’s most difficult challenges. |
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Suzanne (Sue) Sarafin, BS, NCTMB, Nationally Licensed Bodywork Practitioner, Certified Structural Integration Practitioner Degree(s) / Certificates: Kinesis Structural Integration Certification ('06); BS in Sociology, Psychology minor ('96)
Colleges: Kinesis Myofascial Integration, Kinesis Inc., Walpole, ME ('06); New Mexico Academy of Healing Arts, Santa Fe, NM ('00); Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA ('96) Special clinical interests: Postural assessment & movement re-education Spoken language(s): English At CRMC since: May 2010 Why I work at Cross Road: To work with a strong team of professionals who are in service to the people of our community. |
| Dr. Donald G. Hudson, D.O., Medical Director Degree(s): Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Role: Dr. Hudson is on contract with Cross Road as a consultant and oversees quality assurance within our Medical Department. He conducts quarterly reviews of our providers and reports to the CEO and COO. He is also responsible for reviewing and approving Medical and Nursing Department policies and procedures. |
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Joel R. Medendorp, PhD, MBA, Chief Executive Officer Role: Joel directs the overall operation of the facility’s activities in accordance with current applicable Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations, to assure that the highest degree of quality patient care is maintained at all times. Joel is also responsible for the planning, organization and controlling of all areas of financial administration of the Medical Center. At CRMC since: Aug 2010 Why I work at Cross Road: Both my wife and I both felt like we were meant to come to Glennallen. We really enjoy the great staff, our wonderful neighbors in the Copper River Basin, and the beautiful area! |








