Prairie Lakes Healthcare System has named Julie Sampson director of Home Health, Hospice and Home Connections. Sampson brings with her over 24 years of experience working in long-term healthcare to Prairie Lakes. “I am excited to join the Prairie Lakes team and to become involved in the communities we serve,”…
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Side effects of breast cancer can be hard to manage, both during and after treatment. While our “Look Good...Feel Better” class at Prairie Lakes will discuss some methods of coping with physical changes, here are a few useful tips to help you get started. Breast Changes: Treating breast cancer may…
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Are you one of America’s baby boomers? If so, you are lumped into a vibrant group that is embracing the idea of aging well. In order to age well, you need to have a healthy heart. To ensure you are taking care of your heart health, Dr. Lee Friedman, a…
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  Many studies have shown that a couple glasses of red wine can be good for your heart health. Does this sound too good to be true? Researchers have set out to find the truth in this. The alleged benefits of consuming red wine have been credited to being heart…
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Kari Fleming, certified Physician Assistant, has joined Dr. Tina Melanson in the Prairie Lakes Nephrology Clinic. In conjunction with Dr. Melanson, Fleming will assist in the management of kidney diseases and disorders including hypertension, electrolyte disturbances, and management of patients on kidney dialysis. Fleming is a Lake Norden native and…
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Additional Info

  • Press Ganey ID 1316284839
  • Rating 4.7
  • Total Rating Count 76
  • First Name Kari
  • Last Name Fleming
  • Professional Degree PA-C
  • Service Specialty Care
  • Specialty General Surgery
  • Location Prairie Lakes Healthcare System
  • Office Address

    Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic
    401 9th Ave. NW
    Watertown, SD 57201

  • Call for Appointment 605-882-7777
  • Education Education
  • Undergraduate Training

    South Dakota State University (Brookings, South Dakota)

  • Graduate School

    University of Nebraska Medical Center (Omaha, Nebraska)

  • Total Comments 11
  • Comments [ { "id": 1558413098, "surveyKey": "8050827157", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-11-25T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 11, "comment": "Excellent Care..Staff was Awesome..Appreciated All their Kindness and Concern", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1450683960, "surveyKey": "6893575258", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-05-17T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 7, "comment": "Very professional and put me at ease.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1504542859, "surveyKey": "6496766525", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-03-12T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 16, "comment": "Everything went very well they explained it all and were super nice when I asked questions", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1504542855, "surveyKey": "6469589475", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-03-11T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 2, "comment": "Very good", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1504542846, "surveyKey": "6496766703", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-03-06T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 1, "comment": "Good", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1504542800, "surveyKey": "6394797082", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-02-15T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 4, "comment": "She was absolutely wonderful!", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1504542753, "surveyKey": "6252430913", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-01-26T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 7, "comment": "Muy bien fue de muy buena atenci?", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1504542652, "surveyKey": "5891448140", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2023-11-14T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 9, "comment": "They talk very fast so I hope I remember", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 4.25 } }, { "id": 1504542636, "surveyKey": "5867139013", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2023-11-09T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 5, "comment": "She was awesome. Thanks Kari", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1504542640, "surveyKey": "5850431110", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2023-11-06T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 2, "comment": "Great experience", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1504542620, "surveyKey": "5795048232", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2023-10-27T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 12, "comment": "Would have liked to know more about the risks of the procedure.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 4.6 } } ]
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As many of us know, a little exercise can go a long way in promoting good health. Recently a study from the University of Iowa suggests as little as five minutes of running could benefit your heart health. From ½ mile runners to marathon runners, this study determined even moderate…
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Otolaryngology, commonly known as Ear, Nose, & Throat or ENT, is a specialty that provides diagnosis, treatment, medical services and surgical services for conditions affecting the head, neck, sinuses, ears, nose, and throat.

Common ENT conditions include:

  • Nasal obstruction
  • Sinusitis 
  • Tonsil Infections
  • Thyroid, parathyroid, and salivary gland disease
  • Sleep apnea
  • Voice Disorders
  • Hearing Loss
  • Balance disorders
  • Cancer of the skin, head, and neck

Treatments and Procedures

Dr. Mancell uses several tests to diagnose ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions. He believes care begins with listening to each patient’s needs, providing education and including the patient in the decision making process.

Ear Procedures

  • Pressure equalization tubes
  • Tympanoplasty (repair ear drum)
  • Bone anchored hearing aid
  • Earlobe repair
  • Vertigo evaluation and treatments

Nose Procedures

  • VivAer nasal airway non-invasive procedure - learn more here.
  • Sinus surgery
  • Balloon sinuplasty
  • RhinAer chronic rhinitis non-invasive procedure - learn more here. 
  • Nasal fracture repair
  • Septoplasty (nasal airway surgery)

Throat Procedures

  • Tonsil and adenoid surgery
  • Tongue tie release
  • Sleep apnea surgery
  • Laryngeal (voice box) surgery

Head and Neck Procedures

  • Lesion removal
  • Thyroid/parathyroid surgery
  • Tracheostomy
  • Submandibular and parotid gland surgery
  • Skin cancer and reconstructive surgery
  • Neck dissection (for head and neck cancer)

Facial Plastic Surgery

Dr. Mancell provides facial plastic surgery services. He will listen to your needs and educate you on the following services:

    • Blepharoplasty (eye lid surgery)
    • Rhinoplasty (nose appearance and reconstruction surgery)
    • Excision of facial skin lesions
    • Botox

The Prairie Lakes Ear, Nose, Throat & Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic is located in the lower level of Mallard Pointe Surgical Center at 1201 Mickelson Drive in Watertown. Patients may make an appointment by calling the clinic at 605-882-7740 or toll free at 855-215-5327. No referral is necessary. 

The Prairie Lakes ENT Clinic will be moving to the Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic in Spring 2025!

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Dr. Mancell is committed to providing patient centered healthcare. He believes care begins with listening to each patient’s needs, providing education and including the patient in the decision making proces. He strives to treat the root cause of a patient’s problem, rather than masking symptoms with temporary treatments.

Resources:

Prairie Lakes Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic | Kid's Ear, Nose and Throat Q&A | Geriatric Ear, Nose and Throat Q&A | SDPB show Prairie Doc - "How to Deal with Congestion" | Working Together to Help Brian Hear | Head & Neck Cancer Q & A | Sudden Hearing Loss | Spring is Here And So Are Allergies | Cooler Weather Not Only Brings Colds and Allergies - But Sinusitis Too

 

Additional Info

  • Press Ganey ID 1942437140
  • Rating 4.8
  • Total Rating Count 216
  • First Name Jered
  • Last Name Mancell
  • Professional Degree DO, FACS
  • Service Specialty Care
  • Specialty Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, & Throat)
  • Location Prairie Lakes Ear, Nose, Throat & Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic
  • Office Address

    Prairie Lakes Ear, Nose, Throat
    & Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic
    1201 Mickelson Drive
    Watertown, SD 57201

  • Call for Appointment 605-882-7740
  • Board Certification(s)

    Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat) and Facial Plastic Surgery

  • Additional Certification(s)

    Fellow of the American College of Surgeons

  • Education Education
  • Medical School

    A.T. Still University – Kirksville College (Kirksville, Missouri)

  • Residency

    Genesys Regional Medical Center (Grand Blanc, Michigan) - Otolaryngology-Facial Plastic Surgery

  • Total Comments 32
  • Comments [ { "id": 1558413094, "surveyKey": "8050832248", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-11-25T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 1, "comment": "Good", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1558413085, "surveyKey": "7960254836", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-11-14T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 10, "comment": "Dr Mancell was awesome in his care, knowledge and concern.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1558413122, "surveyKey": "7877736115", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-11-06T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 21, "comment": "Doctor cleared up issue with quick primary care response and if anything presents in the future he said would be available.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1542309389, "surveyKey": "7877737926", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-10-30T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 2, "comment": "All good", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1542309423, "surveyKey": "7720004003", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-10-07T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 4, "comment": "Dr. Mancell is great", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1523852527, "surveyKey": "7642784602", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-09-26T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 2, "comment": "Great doctor", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1523852516, "surveyKey": "7642790419", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-09-24T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 20, "comment": "Very comfortable to talk to and explained things in a very down to earth way. Easy to understand the explanations.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1523852558, "surveyKey": "7572126195", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-09-11T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 29, "comment": "He was excellent! He listened to everything I had to say and take into consideration what was best to help me. I felt so much better when I left.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1504543048, "surveyKey": "7502896481", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-08-31T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 10, "comment": "Interesting to watch removal of wax from ear via monitor.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 4.6 } }, { "id": 1504542999, "surveyKey": "7433104696", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-08-19T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 17, "comment": "Dr. Mancell has always been great to work with from the very first visit to the last.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1504542935, "surveyKey": "7357464015", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-08-07T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 2, "comment": "All good", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1450683838, "surveyKey": "7160125103", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-07-12T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 62, "comment": "I didn't get the solution I wanted but Dr. Mancell was very thorough in going through the processes needed to try to find an effective solution to my issue, even using drawings to facilitate how to use the nose spray I have to illustrate his point. So, no answer that day but a clear pathway laid out to obtain results. Very professional.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1450683835, "surveyKey": "7109649045", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-07-10T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 33, "comment": "I feel Dr. Mancell was very honest with me and gave me options. Didn't try to get me to do any procedure just to make more money! I like that in a Doctor!!", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1450683862, "surveyKey": "7008435782", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-06-09T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 23, "comment": "Doctor Mancell was very good about explaining what was happening during this visit and what would be the next steps in the process.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1450683939, "surveyKey": "6966663334", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-06-01T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 3, "comment": "Everyone is great", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1450683925, "surveyKey": "6921606517", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-05-24T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 12, "comment": "Everything was explained learned some things I didn't know before going there", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1450684058, "surveyKey": "6893570722", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-05-17T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 1, "comment": "Excellent", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1450684017, "surveyKey": "6667991175", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-04-08T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 9, "comment": "I have recommended other veterans to seek care here.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1450684076, "surveyKey": "6618523769", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-03-29T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 18, "comment": "Dr. Mancell explained things very well I thought. He took care of my issue with one office visit.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } }, { "id": 1450684138, "surveyKey": "6496767081", "source": "Prairie Lakes Healthcare MD Survey", "mentionTime": "2024-03-05T05:00:00Z", "wordCount": 6, "comment": "Very professional, polite, informative and friendly.", "ratings": [], "overallRating": { "name": "Overall Satisfaction", "value": 5 } } ]
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Lung cancer is becoming one of the deadliest cancers in America. Here are some startling facts from the World Health Organization concerning lung cancer. Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death in both men and women Lung cancer attributes to 1.37 million deaths annually. In 1987,…
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