Kootenai | Kootenai Health | Issue 4, 2021

Angela Pana, M.D. Kootenai Clinic Neurology Tell us a bit about you and your family. My husband, Alex, and I have two daughters, Alexandra and Adriana. Why did you pick your specialty? I want to help people who are enduring movement disorder. My passion is even more enhanced by my personal experience with a neurodegenerative disorder in a close family member. What can patients expect when they meet you? During our initial visit, I will listen to all patient concerns and review the available labs and imaging studies. Patients can expect a comprehensive neurologic exam. I will formulate an individualized treatment plan to control patients’ symptoms and improve their quality of life. What are some of your hobbies? I enjoy spending time with my family outdoors. What drew you to Kootenai Health? Kootenai Health strives to improve and enhance positive patient experience. I believe I can contribute by applying my knowledge and clinical experience. What is your favorite healthy tip? Stay mentally and physically active. Schedule an appointment: Call (208) 625-5100 . Thomas Ryan, NP Kootenai Clinic Lung and Asthma Tell us a bit about you and your family: I am originally from New Jersey. After six years of service in the Marine Corps Infantry, I became an RN through the BSN program of Washington State University’s College of Nursing. Upon graduation, I relocated to Nashville to complete a critical care RN residency with the trauma team of Vanderbilt University Medical Center. I also completed the acute care nurse practitioner program at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Why did you pick your specialty? I enjoy the fast-paced and complex environment of critical care, and this was my specialty as a bedside RN. What can patients expect when they first meet you? When patients first meet me, it is typically a less than ideal situation because of the critical care setting. I try to deliver enough accurate and evidence-based information to allow them and their families to consider all options and ultimately develop a treatment plan that delivers optimal outcomes while respecting the patient’s autonomy. What drew you to Kootenai Health? I was drawn to Kootenai Health because of the organization’s core values, emphasis on allowing NPs to work to the full scope of their capabilities and licensure, and the superior care delivered to this area by Kootenai that undoubtedly exceeds national expectations and standards. What are some of your hobbies? Golfing, hiking, camping and reading. What is your favorite healthy tip? My healthy tip is to manage minor conditions proactively and with tenacity. Doing so helps prevent a negative outcome or exacerbation of a condition that can be easily managed. Such vigilance can help prevent a critical care experience. Schedule an appointment: Call (208) 625-3555 . Brian Sneck, D.O. Kootenai Clinic Hospital Medicine Tell us a bit about you and your family: I am married to my wife of nine years. We have six children. Why did you pick your specialty? It gives me the ability to do a little bit of everything, and it allows me to have time to be with my family. What can patients expect when they first meet you? Patients can expect a smile when they first meet me. What are some of your hobbies? We love to go boating, bow hunting and anything outside. What drew you to Kootenai Health? My wife is from the Post Falls area, and my in-laws are here too. I am from Kalispell, Mont., which is very similar to Coeur d’Alene. I grew to love the area as we do all our family reunions at Farragut State Park. What is your favorite healthy tip? Listen to your body. 14