Suite 300
Fairbanks, Alaska
907-452-VEIN (8346)
Dr. Don Ives, MD
© Copyright Laser Vein Center of Fairbanks 2007 • Website created and maintained by Neumuth Advertising
Donald L. Ives, MD
Dr. Ives received his undergraduate degree cum laude from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California in 1979, majoring in psychology. He completed medical school in 1989 at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dr. Ives completed his residency in Family Practice at the Family Practice residency of Southwest Idaho in Boise, Idaho in 1992, followed by a 1 year fellowship program in Rural Training emphasizing high risk obstetrics in 1993. He then worked for 6 years at Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center before working in the private sector with the Tanana Valley Clinic for 7 years. He is an active member of the American College of Phlebology and has been providing vein therapy and laser treatment since 2002. He has undergone additional training in the phlebology field with some of the leading researchers in the country.
Lorrie Shirk
Clinical Coordinator
Lorrie received her RN diploma from the Washington Hospital School of Nursing, Washington, Pa. in 1973. For the next 20 years she divided her time between family care and a variety of nursing practices. Since moving to the Fairbanks area in 1993 she has worked 3 years in school nursing and the past 10 years in the clinic setting as a Family Practice staff nurse, FP department supervisor and Supervisor of Nursing Education.
Kathy Irvine
Nursing Staff
Kathy received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1985. She has 11 years in various fields of nursing: Med-Surg, Women’s/Newborn Center, Emergency Department, OB/Gyn and Family Practice. Kathy has been assisting Dr. Ives with laser vein procedures since the fall of 2005.
Marcia Ives
Bookkeeper
Marcia received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill in 1988. She enjoyed the nursing profession, but dedicated the past several years to homemaking and family life. Marcia’s medical background is an asset to bookkeeping in our medical practice.
We look forward to meeting you. For more information, call (907) 452-8346.
We remain on the cutting-edge of the virtual revolution that has occurred in the field of varicose vein treatment. This represents a tremendous shift from conventional surgical treatment to the latest innovations and techniques in non-surgical and minimally invasive procedures.
Laser Vein Clinic of Fairbanks, LLC also offers:
• Fraxel® Laser Treatment, improving appearance of your skin with tiny microscopic laser spots
• Thermage® facial treatment for non-surgical face lifts
• Laser facial rejuvenation
• Vascular laser
• Laser treatment of acne, rosacea, facial telangiectasias, and port-wine stains
Our Doctor
Dr. Ives is board-certified in family practice and a member of the American College of Phlebology. He has undergone additional vascular training at centers of excellence throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on our reputation as interior Alaska's specialist in the comprehensive management of varicose veins. Meet our staff below.
Linsey Klingel
PRN Nursing Staff
Linsey received her RN diploma from B.G. Alexander College of Nursing in Johannesburg, South Africa and received training in midwifery at Addington Hospital, Durban, South Africa. After working in a private hospital in South Africa, she immigrated to the USA and spent the next 25+ years in the nursing profession. She currently assists one day a week and whenever we need a helping hand.
Deb Triplehorn, PA-C
Deb graduated magna cum laude from Alderson-Broadus College 1987 with a BS degree in medical science. She is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and a Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. She brings 11 years of experience as a Physician Assistant in primary care and surgery, including subspecialties in each arena.
Rhonda Casey
Reception/Billing
Rhonda has worked in the health field since 1974 and brings a broad range of experience to our practice. She received certification for ward clerk from the University of Texas, El Paso. Ophthalmology Technician and Contact Lens Technician certification from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Gastrointestinal Technician certification from the Society of Gastrointestinal Nurses Association and Emergency Medical Technician certification from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks. Rhonda brings experience in front and back doctor offices, as well.
Virginia Hinojosa
Nursing Staff
After 15 years in the banking industry Virginia received her certification for Nursing Assistant from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 2003. After 4 years experience in clinical nursing in an OB/Gyn department, she is now an asset on our team here at the Laser Vein Center.
