At Millcreek Home Health and Hospice, you and your loved ones can be assured you are getting world-class service.

HealthInsight, the Medicare Quality Improvement Organization for Utah, ranks Millcreek Home Health and Hospice in the top 3% hospice care facilities nationwide. Better still, Millcreek Home Health and Hospice was also ranked 1st in Salt Lake City proper. These are great accomplishments reflect the intimate, patient-oriented health care Millcreek Home Health and Hospice provides.

At Millcreek Home Health and Hospice, we are proud of the outstanding team of professional medical care specialists who care for our patients.

Please, take a minute and get to know each member of the Millcreek Home Health and Hospice staff —after all, we are here for you.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Executive Director Nan Green, Physical Therapist (PT)

As the Executive Director, Ms. Green oversees operations, quality assurance, and compliance to standards of care in all disciplines. She participates in care management through hands-on involvement from admission to discharge, including post-service patient contact. Her commitment to excellence is evident in the extensive quality assurance processes with a strong focus on agency-wide education at Millcreek Home Health and Hospice. Ms. Green has 27 years of clinical experience ranging from orthopedic out-patient to in-home rehabilitation of neurological, orthopedic and cognitively impaired patients.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Chief Medical Director Danesh Rahimi, M.D.

Dr. Rahimi is Board-Certified in Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine and is currently becoming Hospice Certified by the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. He is also Board-Eligible in Geriatrics. His extensive history and education, coupled with his comprehensive understanding of geriatric medicine, make him the ideal candidate to direct medical care for Millcreek Home Health and Hospice. Dr. Rahimi is a strong believer in preventative medicine, palliative care and health education. Dr. Rahimi’s expertise leads Millcreek Home Health and Hospice’s team in specializing in symptom management, end of life care, pain control and treatment in a home environment. Dr. Rahimi graduated from the University of Utah Medical School in 1985, and completed his residency in Internal Medicine and his fellowship in Geriatrics at the University of Connecticut.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Medical Director Dr. Toby Zirkle, M.D.

Dr. Zirkle is a family medicine physician who specializes in diabetes and is currently working at Utah Endocrinology Associates. After receiving his medical degree from Indiana University Medial School in 2005, he moved to Utah where he completed a family medicine residency at St. Mark’s Hospital in 2008. Dr. Zirkle has a strong interest in diabetes management and has enjoyed participating in many pediatric diabetes camps, community health fairs, and workshops as well as performing in-patient diabetes consultations at St. Mark's Hospital. He also has volunteered for disaster relief events such as Hurricane Katrina, 9/11, and in a refugee camp during the war in Kosovo. His other medical interests include trackside medicine at international bobsled and skeleton competitions as well as ringside medicine working with amateur boxers, kick boxers and mixed martial artists. He is also the medical director of the Wilderness Adventure Society and an active research investigator in diabetes related clinical trials. On a personal side, he enjoys hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, martial arts, snow boarding and spending time with his wife and new daughter.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Director of Clinical Services Angel Sullivan, Registered Nurse (RN, BSN), Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN), Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT)

Ms. Sullivan holds certifications in both Lymphedema and Hospice and Palliative Care and is currently enrolled in a Master’s program for Healthcare Administration with an emphasis in Gerontology. She has worked exclusively in the Home Health and Hospice since 2004. Her clinical expertise is critical in her role as a leader, educator and supervisor for nurses and aides at Millcreek Home Health and Hospice. In addition to being part of Millcreek’s management team, she continues to provide exemplary direct patient care.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Director of Nursing Services Maren McCauley, Registered Nurse (RN, BSN), Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Ms. McCauley earned her degree in Nursing from the University of Utah, and holds a Bachelor’s degree from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. Maren oversees nursing services for Millcreek Home Health and Hospice patients and provides exceptional direct patient care.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Director of Therapies Rob Green, Physical Therapist (PT)

Mr. Green has 30-plus years of clinical experience with a strong focus on knee and shoulder rehabilitation. He provides focused leadership to a team of physical, occupational and speech therapists to ensure a comprehensive interdisciplinary team approach to care and rehabilitation at Millcreek Home Health and Hospice. Mr. Green directs regularly scheduled case conferences, greatly enhancing Millcreek’s inter-disciplinary approach to comprehensive patient care.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Wound Care Specialist Peggy Riedesel, Physical Therapist (PT), Certified Wound Care Specialist (CWS)

Ms. Riedesel has been a practicing physical therapist for 25 years and has more than 9 years of wound care experience. She earned her certification as a Wound Specialist through the American Academy of Wound Management in 1999. Ms. Riedesel has extensive experience in acute out-patient and private practice settings, working closely with physicians, vascular and plastic surgeons, and other specialists addressing complex wounds. Ms. Riedesel is well respected and her services are in high demand throughout the local health care community. Her expert services allow Millcreek Home Health and Hospice’s patients to receive specialized wound management without the overly stressful effort of leaving home.

Home Health and Hospice Director of Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement Lori Roberts, Registered Nurse (RN), Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN)

Ms. Roberts has more than 30 years experience in health care, with 12 years exclusively dedicated to home health and hospice. She is in charge of Millcreek Home Health and Hospice’s quality assurance in both home health and hospice, keeping abreast of changing standards and regulations. In working closely with quality assurance organizations and educators, she impacts Millcreek’s superior outcomes and reduced acute care hospitalization rates.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Chaplain John Crepeau, MA

Mr. Crepeau has more than 7 years experience in health care, social services, health education and pastoral care. As Chaplain at Millcreek Home Health and Hospice, John coordinates and provides spiritual care and emotional support to our patients, families and staff. He received a Master of Arts degree in Consciousness Studies from John F. Kennedy University where he studied human development from the perspectives of body, mind and spirit. Mr. Crepeau is currently enrolled in the Veteran’s Administrations Clinical Pastoral program through the College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Medical Social Worker Heather Bittinger, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Ms. Bittinger has more than 15 years of experience in the health care industry, in a variety of clinical capacities. She directs Millcreek Home Health and Hospice’s social services and bereavement program and is a critical part of Millcreek’s patient outreach services. Ms. Bittinger holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Utah. As part of Millcreek Home Health and Hospice’s community outreach program, Ms. Bittinger is an active member of the Utah Social Work Leaders in Health Care and Utah State’s Commission for long term care planning.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Community Liaison and Volunteer Coordinator Paula Ledford

Ms. Ledford has worked in marketing and management for 30 years, beginning her career in home health as a volunteer. Paula’s personal experiences in the home health field makes her uniquely qualified to serve the needs of Millcreek Home Health and Hospice’s patient population, and her deep compassion makes her an invaluable member of Millcreek’s team.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Occupational Therapist Eric Dalling, Occupational Therapist (OT)

Mr. Dalling has worked in health care since 1994 and has over ten years experience as an Occupational Therapist. He has worked with patients in both rehab facilities and home care environments to successfully improve their comfort and safety as they perform activities of daily living. Mr. Dalling earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from the University of Utah and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the Arizona School of Health Sciences.

Millcreek Home Health and Hospice Director of Marketing and Community Outreach Cori Swisher

Ms. Swisher holds bachelor’s degrees in French Language and Literature and Art History, as well as a certification in Non-profit Development from the University of Utah. She manages Millcreek’s marketing and community outreach efforts with the goal of building strong relationships with patients, families and the medical community. Ms. Swisher comes to Millcreek with a background in sales and marketing, leveraging her experience in non-profit fundraising and community partnership development to support Millcreek’s mission to provide the highest quality of care in Salt Lake Area.