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Gastroenterology

San Juan Health Partners Gastroenterology
630 West Maple Street
Farmington, New Mexico 87401
505.609.6349
Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Working to promote digestive health through preventative care, our gastroenterologists screens for, manages, and treats a number of conditions related to the digestive tract and liver.

If you have diseases or issues involving the gastrointestinal system, you want the best experts in the field. Our trusted team delivers the most accurate screening results and provides a full range of services designed to return you to good health as promptly and painlessly as possible. From colon cancer, to chronic heartburn, to liver and pancreatic disease, our gastroenterologists provide relief for patients suffering digestive ailments and conditions of the digestive tract.

We maintain a commitment to excellence when it comes to our patients, and our diagnostic procedures and preventative screenings offer safety and quality that is close to home. 

We provide treatment for digestive disorders including:

• Stomach problems
• Acid reflux
• Chronic nausea
• Diarrhea
• Swallowing difficulties
• Annual colon screening

Meet Our Team

Jason Glass, MD

Jason Glass, MD

Dr. Glass attended the University of Maryland in College Park, where he graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s of Science in General Biology. He went on to attend Medical School at George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, D.C. graduating with Distinction with his Medical Doctorate. Dr. Glass completed an Internal Medicine Residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital, followed by a Clinical Fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Department of Digestive and Liver Disease.

Asif Husain, MD

Asif Husain, MD

Dr. Husain earned his medical degree at the Aga Khan University Medical School in Karachi, Pakistan. He completed an internship in Internal Medicine at the University of North Dakota, followed by a residency in Internal Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic. He went on to complete a fellowship in Gastroenterology at Washington University in St. Louis.

Brian Berk, MD

Brian Berk, MD

Dr. Berk holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Hofstra University. He attended Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science/Chicago Medical School, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine. Dr. Berk completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, followed by a Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oregon Health Sciences University.

Jason Slate, MD

Jason Slate, MD

Dr. Slate received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He also attended the University of Louisville for his undergraduate studies, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology. He completed an Internship in General Surgery at Yale University’s Hospital St. Raphael, followed by an Internal Medicine Residency at Robert Wood Johnson/Rutgers University Medical School.

Dr. Slate completed his Gastroenterology fellowship at Jackson Memorial Hospital at the University of Miami. He has been in practice as a gastroenterologist since 2004 and was a founding partner of a gastroenterology clinic in Puerto Rico. He is Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine and specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of GI and Hepatobiliary diseases.

Patrick Olise MPH, PA-C

Patrick Olise MPH, PA-C

Mr. Olise holds three master's degrees. He received his Master of Public Administration from California State University in Hayward in 2001, a Master of Public Health from Emory University Rollins School of Public Health in Atlanta, Georgia in 2003, and a Master of Medical Science from Mercer University College of Healthcare professionals, also in Atlanta, in 2014. 

Kyle Ruckman, PA-C

Kyle Ruckman, PA-C

Mr. Ruckman grew up in Cortez, Colorado and attended Montezuma Cortez High School. He went on to Colorado College in Colorado Springs where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience. He graduated from Boston University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program in Boston, Massachusetts.

Briana Ward, PA-C

Briana Ward, PA-C

Ms. Ward holds a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Marietta College. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a bachelor’s in chemistry with a Biochemistry Concentration from Kent State University, where she was an Honors College Scholar. Ms. Ward comes to the Four Corners from Ohio, where she worked as a Physician Assistant at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton.

Shawn Bunnell, CNP

Shawn Bunnell, CNP

Mr. Bunnell holds both associate and bachelor’s degrees from Utah State University, a bachelor’s in nursing from Weber State University, and a master’s in nursing from Boise State University.

Mr. Bunnell served in the U.S. Marines Corps where he attained the rank of sergeant before being honorably discharged in 2002. He is originally from Utah but comes to the Four Corners from Massachusetts where he worked as a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner. When he’s not working, he enjoys the outdoors, traveling and good food, especially tacos.

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“The staff were extremely professional, helpful and courteous. Dr. Glass was great! He listened to me, gave me specific information and explained all procedures in detail. Overall, my visit was the best one I have had in many years. I left feeling knowledgeable with all my questions answered. I highly recommend them to anyone needing this kind of medical care.” – Janet R. 

“Very friendly front line staff, very helpful. Check-in was a breeze. The nurses were helpful, informative, and friendly. Made me comfortable. The PA, Patrick, was great. We had a good conversation and he explained things in detail as well as gave me time to ask questions.” – Mindi S.

“We took our daughter in to see Kyle Ruckman PA-C. He had reviewed her labs before her appointment and was a wealth of information. We are so grateful to him as she has improved some in a week’s time.” – Allen H.

 

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