Dr. Van Ravenswaay spent his childhood in rural Alaska and is a UAA graduate. He is board-certified in Family Medicine and went to medical school (University of Washington School of Medicine) and residency (Ventura Family Medicine Residency) to train for broad-spectrum family medical care. After residency, he worked at a busy urgent care in California, serving families of agricultural workers. He returned to Alaska in July of 2018 to form a dedicated team to provide high quality medical care for Mountain View. Dr. Van Ravenswaay is married and has two children. He enjoys hiking and playing musical instruments.
Dr. Mendoza is board-certified in Family Medicine and has a wealth of medical and administrative experience and a big heart for service. He previously served as Chief Medical Officer for Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center for 3.5 years. He has also previously served at a combination urgent care / primary care clinic for agricultural workers in Washington state. He maintains a diverse clinical practice and can perform DOT physicals, treat Hepatitis C and substance use disorders, and perform Immigration Medical Exams. He is married with two children and enjoys hunting, fishing, and getting out into the Alaskan outdoors. Dr. Mendoza also is fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Gregory Higgins is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a veteran, board-certified physician in the field of Emergency Medicine. He has extensive medical experience, including serving in leadership for outpatient clinics, hospitals, and emergency departments. He currently serves as Medical Director for Alaska Job Corps. He also volunteers for Alaska Workers Association – providing free healthcare to those without health insurance. Dr. Higgins is married and often travels to Africa to volunteer with his wife who is a registered nurse. He is an accomplished mountaineer and has been awarded the coveted Hoeman Award by the Mountaineering Club of Alaska.
Shigone is the granddaughter of Lena and John Albert from Fort Yukon, Alaska, and the daughter of Jeannie Wooderson and Michael Albert. She grew up in the Alaskan bush village of Aniak where she was a member of the Aniak Dragonslayers’ rural emergency response program. She continued her journey in medicine as a paramedic at Fulton County EMS and Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. She then spent several years as a paramedic serving overseas as military support in Kuwait and Iraq where she facilitated the on-base mass casualty response and training. She returned to her home state of Alaska and attended the University of Alaska Anchorage pre-PA program and served as a student facilitator for the Alaska Native Oratory Society. She graduated from the University of Washington MEDEX Physician Assistant program where she also served as the class Diversity Officer.
Deborah is "first and foremost an Alaska Native woman from Aleknagik in Bristol Bay Alaska." She was a health aide in Aleknagik for many years and graduated from the MEDEX Physician Assistant program in 2008 in Seattle as part of the Spokane class. She has worked at the Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation in Dillingham, the Department of Corrections in Palmer, in the Yukon Kuskokwim delta region, and was faculty at the University of Washington’s PA program here in Anchorage. She has spent her career providing care to the underserved people of Alaska and looks forward to providing the highest quality care for the people of Mountain View.
Jessica runs the front office with style and professionalism. Our patients give her 5 star reviews for excellent customer service. Jessica also speaks Spanish.
Felicia is born and raised Alaskan with 12 years of experience working in healthcare. With her knowledge, confidence, and expert skills, she achieves the best care possible for patients and the community.
Connie is a certified Medical Assistant with 23 years of medical experience. With her wealth of knowledge and experience in primary care and urgent care, you can be confident you are receiving the best care.
Stephanie has 10 years of experience in healthcare. Born and raised in Bethel, Stephanie moved to Anchorage 2017.
Business manager with over 10 years experience in business and Medical Billing management.
Kisha is a CMA from the Mountain View area who enjoys working for the health of the community.
Khrislea is a registered nurse in the Philippines. Fueled by her passion as a healthcare provider, she is inspirited to render her utmost service at the Mountain View Community as a Healthcare Virtual Assitant. She believes that even a small act of kindness can make a big difference in someone's world.
I appreciate the quick visit!! Thank you for listening to my concerns and taking them into consideration. Awesome urgent care!
Anonymous , AnchorageAll I can say is he is amazing doctor and has great bedside manner. Sometimes that bedside manner is all that is needed!
A.V. , AnchorageVery good experience considering the situation.
A.P. , AnchorageDr. Ravenswaay is nothing but impeccable, wonderful, and makes you feel welcome. His staff and I feel the same. I have already recommended many of my friends to your wonderful clinic.
C.P. , Anchorage
Dr. Van Ravenswaay is very thorough, gentle and compassionate and treats me with respect.
Former Patient , Anchorage