Our Anchorage Team
At Summit Family Practice, we have a great team of health care professionals at both our Anchorage and Palmer locations. We're here to provide you with quality health care, and friendly service.
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S. Lynn Hornbein, M.D. is a Board Certified Family Physician. She attended the University of Washington School of Medicine, graduating in 1987 with an M.D. and a Masters in Public Health. She did a three-year residency in Family Medicine in Ogden, Utah and Tacoma, Washington. She moved to Alaska in 1990 and founded Summit Family Practice in 1993. She enjoys hiking, skiing, gardening and quilting. Her favorite outdoor activity is mushing with her team of six Samoyeds.
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Jeffrey Russell, PA-C has practiced at Summit Family Practice since 1996. He graduated top of his class at Duke University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program where he also earned a Masters of Health Science. He provides care for all members of the family, including physicals for school, employment, DOT, and USCG. He also practices Tai Chi. In his free time he enjoys skijoring and sheep herding with his Samoyed, Squall.
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Donna J. Hanson, PA-C received her Masters of Physician Assistant from the University Of Nebraska School of Medicine, completing her family practice training at Carswell AFB, TX. She is certified in Family Medicine and has been practicing for 19 years. She is retired from the Air Force and has four children, ages from 13-26. The oldest is currently attending the University of Texas San Antonio to complete her Masters of Physician Assistant studies. She and her children enjoy camping and hiking.
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Alberta Laktonen, M.D. is a Board Certified Family Physician. She was born and raised on Kodiak Island, the oldest of four sisters. Married with two rescue dogs, Rowdy and Isis, she enjoys running, hiking, traveling, and vegetarian cooking. *attended Harvard University, bachelor’s degree in psychology *attended University of Washington School of Medicine through the WWAMI program *attended Oregon Health and Science University’s Cascades East Family Residency Program in Klamath Falls, OR *returned to Alaska in 2005 |
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B. Ellen Cowgill, Practice Administrator, is originally from Tennessee and holds a B. S. in Business and Industry from Mississippi State University. She moved to Anchorage more than 15 years ago to continue her career in medical office administration and has more than 30 years experience in medical office management, accounting, teaching and consulting. In addition to family practice, her background includes specialties such as ENT, Allergy and Immunology, Pediatrics and Ob/Gyn. Her two children are grown and she and her husband enjoy anything that has to do with their six grandchildren. |
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Rachel A. Lacy, Practice Manager, is originally from Nebraska and moved to Alaska seven years ago after completing her enlistment in the U.S. Navy. She has over 12 years experience in health care and is a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and E/M auditor through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). In her free time she enjoys reading, traveling, and the Alaska outdoors. |
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Susan Guinn RN, BSN, M.Ed, Clinical Nurse Manager. Susan brings a diverse background to Summit Family Practice, to include a Bachelor of Science from William and Mary University in 1980. She also was involved in the ovarian cancer research at Duke University, infertility research at Magee Women’s Hospital in Pittsburgh, and received a Masters in Education at Duquesne University. She taught high school in Pennsylvania and also in England while her husband served as an Air Force pilot, She returned to school and graduated with B.S. Nursing in 2006 from Oakland University and currently lives in Alaska with her husband and two children. She enjoys cycling, hiking, grilling and travel in her free time.
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Denise Minard, MA brings ten years of experience to the practice. She is well traveled and a former military Medical Assistant. She has fallen in love with Alaska and intends to remain here. She is a mother of a very active young boy and enjoys the outdoors and all the adventures that come from raising a son.
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Amy Hoagland, CMA graduated with honors from Career Academy in Anchorage Alaska. She was born in New Orleans, but moved to Alaska as a toddler and has been here for many years. She is married and has 6 children who keep her very busy. In her spare time she enjoys photography, fishing, camping and traveling to Seattle to visit her family and friends. |
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Pa Lee, CMA was born in Merced, CA and graduated from Western Career College with an Associate’s Science Degree in 2003. She moved from Sacramento, CA to Anchorage in 2008. She is married and enjoys spending time with her family. Her favorite activities include gardening, camping, fishing, hunting, and traveling. |
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Tonya R. Edwards, Front Desk Receptionist, brings over 20 years of experience in the medical field to our practice. She comes to us via Chicago, IL and Tyler, TX. She has two children and in her free time enjoys music, reading and cooking.
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Gail Agen, Billing Office. She also has experience as a Certified Medical Assistant and has been an Alaskan resident for thirty years. She enjoys going to her lake cabin year round, gardening, and spending time with her extended family.
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Crystal Upton, Crystal, front desk receptionist, is a born and bred Alaskan. She loves doing anything outdoors, no matter the season. She enjoys sewing and all kinds of crafts, reading, and spending time with family and friends. |
