Medical Service
Surgical Services

Practice Location
CMH

Education
MS in Nurse Anesthesia from Minneapolis School of Anesthesia 

Areas of Interest
Regional Anesthesia and opioid sparing techniques 

Philosophy of Care
Joseph is aware of the degree of uncertainty and vulnerability patients must face when they require anesthesia services. He considers caring for people during this time a privilege. He strives to establish rapport with his patients and give them confidence that they will be safe and comfortable. His approach to this involves creating an individualized anesthesia plan and making sure expectations are clear. 

More about Joseph
For Joseph, pursuing a career in anesthesia began here at Community Memorial Hospital. While working as a critical care RN, he had the opportunity to meet one of the staff CRNAs who encouraged him to consider Anesthesia. After shadowing him for a day, he knew this was the path for him. After a few years of practice, he was able to return to CMH. He is now grateful to be part of an excellent team, serving the Cloquet Community.

Outside of work, he enjoys many outdoor activities including training for and competing in endurance events, golfing, hunting and fishing. Joseph and his wife enjoy traveling and spoiling their two beloved red labs Kyser and Vince.