Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology Services in Holton, Kansas
Now Scheduling Gastroenterology Appointments
Call 785-364-9681 to schedule or ask your primary care provider about a referral.
Colonoscopy, Digestive Health, and GI Care Close to Home
Digestive health plays a critical role in your overall well-being. At Holton Community Hospital, our gastroenterology team provides expert evaluation, screening, and treatment for a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions—right here in Holton, Kansas.
With the addition of a board-certified gastroenterologist, patients in Northeast Kansas now have greater access to specialized care without the need to travel long distances.
MEET YOUR GASTROENTEROLOGY TEAM
Dr. Patrice Michaletz-Onody, M.D. (“Dr. MO”)
Board-Certified Gastroenterologist
Now Seeing Patients in Holton (Twice Monthly)
Call 785-364-9681 to schedule.
Dr. Patrice Michaletz-Onody brings more than three decades of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology and provides comprehensive care for patients with digestive health concerns.
She earned her medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and completed her internal medicine training at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and the University of Texas Medical Branch. She went on to complete a gastroenterology fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Michaletz-Onody has served in academic roles as an Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine and as clinical faculty at the University of Washington. Her career has included academic medicine, clinical practice in Seattle, and more than two decades caring for patients in Colorado.
She provides evaluation and treatment for a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, with extensive experience in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.
Amy Waller, APRN
Amy Waller, APRN, with over 25 years of experience, provides advanced gastroenterology care with a patient-centered approach that emphasizes accuracy, comfort, and timely diagnosis. Amy collaborates closely with family medicine providers and specialists to ensure patients receive coordinated, comprehensive digestive health care without needing to travel. Amy holds her Bachelors degree from the University of Missouri, Columbia, and her Masters Degree from University of Missouri, Kansas City. She is Board certified ANCC
Dr. Patrice Michaletz-Onody
Gastroenterology
Amy Waller, APRN
Gastroenterology
GASTROENTEROLOGY SERVICES
Our team provides a full range of digestive health services, including:
- Colonoscopy screening and prevention
- Upper endoscopy (EGD)
- Evaluation of abdominal pain and digestive symptoms
- Diagnosis and management of chronic GI conditions
- Follow-up care and treatment planning
CONDITIONS WE TREAT
We diagnose and treat a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including:
- Acid reflux (GERD)
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
- Celiac disease
- Liver and pancreatic conditions
- Chronic abdominal pain
- Digestive disorders affecting the stomach and intestines
WHEN TO SEEK CARE
You may benefit from a gastroenterology evaluation if you are experiencing:
- Persistent abdominal pain
- Changes in bowel habits
- Difficulty swallowing
- Chronic heartburn or acid reflux
- Unexplained weight loss
- Blood in stool
Routine colon cancer screening is also recommended beginning at age 45, or earlier based on risk factors.
YOUR CARE JOURNEY
At Holton Community Hospital, your care is coordinated every step of the way:
1. Primary Care Consultation
Discuss symptoms with your provider and determine if a referral is needed
2. Gastroenterology Evaluation
Meet with our GI team for assessment and diagnosis
3. Diagnostic Testing
Imaging, lab work, or procedures such as colonoscopy or endoscopy
4. Treatment Plan
Personalized care plan based on your condition
5. Follow-Up Care
Ongoing monitoring and support close to home
WHY CHOOSE HOLTON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
- Care Close to Home – Avoid travel to larger cities
- Specialist-Led Care – Access to a board-certified gastroenterologist
- Coordinated Services – Imaging, lab, and surgical services available locally
- Personalized Approach – Smaller setting with more one-on-one care
Frequently Asked Questions
A gastroenterologist diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the digestive system, including the stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and esophagus.
Routine colonoscopy screening is recommended starting at age 45 for most adults, or earlier if you have risk factors or family history.
In many cases, a referral from your primary care provider is recommended. Contact us to learn more about your options.
Dr. Michaletz-Onody currently sees patients twice per month, with the potential to expand based on patient demand.
Schedule Your Gastroenterology Appointment Today
Call 785-364-9681 to get started.
You can also speak with your primary care provider about a referral to our gastroenterology team.
