Your Team

Ron Hunninghake, M.D.

Dr. Ron is the Chief Medical Officer of the Olive W. Garvey Center for Healing Arts, the clinical division of the Riordan Clinic. A 1976 graduate of the University of Kansas School of Medicine, Dr. Hunninghake has devoted his career to the emerging paradigm of Self Care: the patient as an informed medical partner. From the first days of medical school, he has sought to find new ways of encouraging his patients to take better care of themselves, form new and sustainable habits of health, and to assume greater responsibility in their own health care.

Charles T. Hinshaw Jr., M.D.

In the Hinshaw family Dr. Hinshaw represents the third generation of Kansas based Medical Doctors. He is a 1958 graduate of the University of Kansas School of Medicine and went on to complete an internship at the Kansas University Medical Center. Dr. Hinshaw enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving first as a General Medical Officer and later as a Flight Surgeon. Returning to KUMC after the Air Force, Dr. Hinshaw served as a Resident-Fellow in Pathology from 1961-1965.

Jennifer Kaumeyer, N.D.

Dr. Kaumeyer is a native of Southern Louisiana and began her studies at Louisiana State University where she majored in Microbiology and Nutrition. She went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in Biology from the College of Charleston in Charleston, SC. She later received her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Arizona. Dr. Kaumeyer moved to Wichita from Raleigh, NC, with her husband and two young children.

Brian Riordan Chief Executive Officer

Brian Riordan graduated with Honors (Phi Beta Kappa) from the University of Kansas with B.S./B.A. degrees in Economics and East Asian Studies. He earned his Master’s degree in Business Administration from INSEAD, just outside of Paris, which is one of the leading MBA programs worldwide.

Riordan has been a corporate consultant in Tokyo, London, San Francisco and Sao Paulo. His specialty in the past decade has been transforming businesses with great potential into the thriving enterprises they were meant to be. In early 2010, Brian Riordan was recruited to lead the Riordan Clinic, founded in 1975 by his father Dr. Hugh D. Riordan. “Empathy — the idea that we are co-learners along with our patients on the path to achieving physical and spiritual well-being — remains core to the mission of the clinic,” Riordan said. “Come visit us. We want to help you feel better and live longer.”

Brian is fluent in Japanese and Portuguese.

Andrea Hyperbaric and Auriculotherapy Technician

Andrea is a Masters level research scientist with advanced training in Riordan Clinic therapies. As a member of the Riordan Clinic team for more than four years, she’s a skilled member of our patient care team. “I love administrating therapies that make patients feel better and improves their lives,” says Andrea.

Brad Phlebotomist

Brad is a graduate of Newman University with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. As a phlebotomist, Brad bridges the efforts of those in the Riordan Clinic and Bio-Center Laboratory. He is a strong proponent of comprehensive medicine and believes that the exactitude in venipuncture should be paralleled with a unique compassion for each patient.

Celia Phlebotomist

Celia is a 2009 graduate of the Certified Nursing Assistant program Cowley County Community College. She then went on to graduate from the medical assistant/phlebotomy program in 2010 from Wichita Area Technical Institute. “I enjoy being in a welcoming environment, and I find pride in being a part of finding the cause of each patient’s illness.”

Jean Medical Receptionist

After 19 years at the Riordan Clinic Jean has seen many patients come and go. “I love hearing the interesting stories and seeing the many positive outcomes our patients experience,” she says. Jean works with scheduling and billing for the clinic. Whether on the phone or in-person Jean is ready to assist you.

Julie Patient Liaison

Julie has been at the Riordan Clinic for more than four years. “I think the approach to health we take here, focusing on the root cause of an illness, is such important work,” she says. Julie likes being part of a unified team that’s truly making a difference in people’s lives every day.

Kameron Nurse

Kameron has been a registered nurse for 6 years, most recently in dialysis. She is excited to work in a healthy environment where she can assist Riordan Clinic co-learners in creating a better quality of life for themselves. Kameron feels, “it’s nice to be in an atmosphere where patients are listened to and know they are being understood.” You will find Kameron at the clinic administering Vitamin C infusions as well as numerous other therapies.

Kim Receptionist/Supplement Sales Assistant

Kim has been at the Riordan Clinic for three years. You will likely encounter her smiling face upon your arrival. “My favorite thing about my job is having a part in people living a better life,” she says. In addition to her receptionist duties Kim is also a knowledgeable member of our supplement store team.

Lacey Receptionist

Lacey brings her positive attitude and a warm and friendly smile to the Riordan Clinic team. Lacey says, “my favorite part about working here is the staff. You will always see welcoming and smiling faces. I’m honored to be a part of a great team that can help and make a difference for each patient!”

Marla Medical Records

Marla has been at the Riordan Clinic for over six years. She manages our medical records department with great skill. “I really like the atmosphere of listening and caring we provide to our patients,” she says. Marla’s positive attitude and smile are a great addition to the clinic environment.

Mavis Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

Mavis’ work at the Riordan Clinic touches the lives of all patients in various healing ways. “I am always finding new ways to improve health,” she says. “Being able to share that knowledge with patients/co-learners is very rewarding. It is great to work with people who really want to change their health for the better.” Mavis joined The Olive W. Garvey Center for Healing Arts in 1977 and her expertise includes psychiatric nursing.

Meg Nurse Educator

Meg has been a RN for 14 years and is also a Medical Aesthetician. She has worked in the medical spa setting during the last decade, now serving as the nurse educator who facilitates the weight loss program at the Riordan Clinic, and who performs patient IVC therapy. A goal that is very important to Meg is incorporating aesthetics into the clinic services. Meg believes “Patient care at the Riordan Clinic is state of the art with a forward vision. The Riordan Clinic is a very proficient medical facility that encompasses total patient care with a high level of compassion. It is a privilege to be a part of the Riordan Clinic team.”

Mona Librarian

Mona has worked at the Riordan Clinic since 1997. She has been in the position of over-seeing the Mabee Library since 2009. She also helps cover the switchboard, plus you can find her working in the clinic when needed. Mona brings a reliable “can do” attitude to each of her varied responsibilities and enjoys being a member of the Riordan Clinic team.

Nichole Nurse

With a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and previous experience in research at Kansas State University, Nichole brings a plethora of knowledge to the Riordan Clinic. She has worked in the healthcare field in nursing homes as well as dialysis and is very excited to jump into the realm of preventative and natural medicine that is offered here at the clinic. “The individualized treatment that sets each person apart from one another really drives my desire to learn more,” said Nichole.

Sarah Scheduling

Sarah is an asset to the Riordan Clinic with her warm personality and great people skills. Sarah comes to the Riordan Clinic with a Bachelors degree from Wichita State University and she hit the ground running. “I enjoy talking with and getting to know the patients,” says Sarah. Look for her when scheduling your next appointment.

Sarah Medical Assistant

Before becoming a Certified Medical Assistant through Vatterott College, Sarah spent 7 years at a non-profit organization working with Native American children where she found her calling in the medical field. “It has been a very rewarding experience working for an organization where from the moment you walk in the door, there is truly an environment of caring. Each co-learner is treated as a whole, not a system of parts. This is what makes the Riordan Clinic so unique. I am happy I can be part of team that strives to give 110 percent every day!”

Vicki Nurse

A registered nurse with 29 years of clinical experience, Vicki enjoys being involved in the many aspects of patient care at the Riordan Clinic. “The Clinic is such a pleasant place to work,” she says. “I learn so much about the importance of nutrition and vitamin supplements and how important they are to health.” Vicki serves the specialized needs of co-learners to improve their health, including providing Intravenous Vitamin C, Chelation Therapies, and EKG.

Vicki Nurse

Vicki has been a nurse since 1982 and has studied preventive and natural medicine since 1996 with several certifications in alternative care. “I love working at the Riordan Clinic where the patient comes first and foremost. Being a part of a well rounded professional team that truly makes a difference in peoples’ lives is the ultimate. I am truly blessed to be a part this team.”