Family physicians are specifically trained to care for all family members. This fosters a long term, trusting partnership that grows between your family and your doctor.

Your doctor, in turn, is part of a network of health care providers and specialists which are available to you if needed.

Whether it be a wellness exam, a routine office call or an unplanned visit, your family physician knows your medical history, your preference for care, and your family's unique personality and lifestyle needs.

Stevens Community Medical Center's Family Practice Physicians are a talented group of doctors, devoted to this medical specialty that is centered on the whole person.

All of our Family Practice Physicians are members of the Minnesota Medical Association.

Dr. George E. Jay received his undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota, Duluth, attended medical school at Mayo in Rochester and completed his residency at the University of North Dakota. He joined the staff of Stevens Community Medical Center in May of 1988, and is a member of the American Board of Family Practice. Dr. Jay and his family were attracted to Morris because of the small town setting and UMM. He and his wife Joan have five children, Nicholaus, Christopher, Anthony, Timothy, and Mary. Some of Dr. Jay’s hobbies include fishing, archery, and "anything my kids are interested in," he says. "My kids dictate my interests — like catching butterflies, wrestling, and family outings."

Dr. Patrick C. Burke joined Stevens Community Medical Center in May of 1987 after completing his residency in Family Medicine at Mercy and St. Luke's Hospitals in Davenport, Iowa. He received his Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Chemistry, from Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, Iowa. Before entering medical school, he pursued graduate level studies in analytical chemistry at the University of Iowa. He attended medical school at the University of Iowa, receiving his doctorate degree in 1984. He is certified by the American Board of Family Practice. Dr. Burke's practice encompasses the full spectrum of family medicine, including obstetrics. He is an attending physician at the University of Minnesota, Morris Health Services. He is the Medical Director of Behavior Medicine. He serves as a member of the peer review committee His leisure time interests are family oriented and include fishing and hunting. He is an adult leader of the Morris Boy Scout and Cub Scout Troop. He also serves as a teacher for the Assumption Parish High School religious education program. His wife, Carol, is a physical therapist. They have three children, Michael, Sarah, and James.

Dr. Olyn R. Wernsing was born and raised on a farm near Chokio, Minnesota. He graduated from North Dakota State University in Fargo with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology, and graduated from the University of Minnesota School of Medicine in Minneapolis in 1974. He completed his family practice residency at Fairview/St. Mary's Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Wernsing has practiced in Morris since August of 1977. He is a member of the Stevens Community Medical Center Board of Directors. Dr. Wernsing serves as a member of the peer review committee at SCMC. He is also Medical Director of Infection Control and Quality. He is a member of the American Board of Family Practice. In addition to general family practice, his practice includes obstetrics and the University of Minnesota, Morris Health Services. Dr. Wernsing and his wife Carleen have two grown sons, Shane and Tyler. His interests include hunting, fossil hunting, and collecting seashells from the gulf of Mexico on annual trips to Sanibel Island.

Dr. Kim H. Tatsumi was born and raised in Sheldon, Iowa. He attended Iowa State University in Ames, and graduated with highest honors, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Biology. Due to the sudden death of his father, he put his medical training on hold for three years to run the family business. During this time he traveled extensively throughout the United States, Taiwan, India, Hong Kong, Japan and China. After the family business stabilized, he resumed his medical training. Dr. Tatsumi received his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his internship and residency at Mercy and St. Luke's Family Practice Residency Program in Davenport, Iowa. In July of 1989, he joined the staff of Stevens Community Medical Center, following his desire to return to a rural lifestyle. Dr. Tatsumi enjoys the wide range of care that family practice provides - from obstetrics to geriatrics. He is a member of the American Board of Family Practice. Dr. Tatsumi is an avid sportsman. In his spare time, he enjoys walleye fishing with his son, Christopher, as well as hunting, horseback riding and running. He runs 25 to 30 miles a week and has participated in numerous 10K runs in the area.

Dr. Greg Abler was born in Madison, Wisconsin and raised in Duluth. Dr. Abler earned his degree from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis. He completed his residency for family practice in Sioux Falls, followed by employment as an emergency room physician at Dickinson County Hospital, Spirit Lake, IA. Dr. Abler was a family practice physician at Mankato Clinic before providing caring for patients at Stevens Community Medical Center in March. His family practice includes obstetric care. He and his wife, Kristi, have three children: Alycia, Elizabeth, and Addison. Dr. Abler enjoys reading, skiing, and spending time with his three girls. While living in Mankato, he was involved in coaching summer T-ball, teaching Sunday school, and was a YMCA member.