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Dr. Alrich L. Gray // Central Montana Heart & Vascular Institute

About Dr. Alrich L. Gray

Dr. Gray was born in Washington, DC and grew up in Beckley, WV. He lived in several states before coming to Montana including Minnesota, Virginia, Pennsylvania and New York. He loves to travel and enjoys the outdoors. He is married with 4 kids, 2 dogs, and 2 cats.

Board Certified in:

  • General Cardiology
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Cardiac Electrophysiology
  • Cardiovascular Diseases
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More About Dr. Gray

Education

  • BS. Pharamacy: (1994) Howard University, Washington, DC
  • PH.D - Pharmacology: (2001) Howard University, Washington, DC
  • MD: (2003) Howard University, Washington, DC

Training

  • Residency: Internal Medicine Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN (2003-2006)
  • Fellowship: Cardiology University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA (2007-2010)
  • Fellowship: Electrophysiology University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA (2010 - 2011)
  • Fellowship: Interventional Cardiology Lennox Hill Hospital, New York, NY (2011-2012)

About Megan Brinka, DPN

Megan Brinka is a DNP from Great Falls, MT. She found her love for cardiovascular medicine when she started working in the Progressive Cardiovascular Unit at Benefis right after graduating from Montana State. Her passion for cardiac care only intensified when working as a nurse at Central Montana Heart and Vascular, providing the impetus for her to further her education and become a nurse practitioner.

Megan loves medicine of the heart because she admires the comprehensive effect it has on the rest of the body. If you understand how the heart works, you can then have a greater understanding of the rest of the human body and its many diverse functions. She has a love for Montana and its natural beauty along with the small-town closeness you feel with its residents anywhere you go. 

 

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About Jarrod Nichter, FNP-BC

Jarrod Nichter, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in cardiovascular nursing, invasive cardiology, and military medical readiness. His clinical career began in 2014 at Benefis Hospital in Great Falls, Montana, where he worked as a Cardiovascular RN, frequently supporting the ER and ICU and serving as the night operations specialist.

In 2016, Jarrod advanced into invasive cardiology as a Cath Lab nurse at Benefis Hospital, gaining comprehensive experience as a sedation nurse, scrub technician, monitor technician, and electrophysiology nurse/tech. He continued his cardiovascular work at Great Falls Clinic Hospital beginning in 2019.

Dedicated to expanding his scope of practice, Jarrod pursued graduate education at Maryville University, earning his Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2024.

 

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About Kami Kammerer, Office Manager

Kami is from the Missoula/ Bitterroot area. I'm a true Montana native who has raised two incredible sons while managing the many adventures that come with livestock and rural life. With 25 years in the medical field, building a career grounded in compassion, leadership, and service. My passion lies in advocating for patients and supporting the teams that care for them.

When not in the office, you will find me outdoors from hiking, kayaking, soaking up the sunshine in a hot spring or taking the SXS deep into the mountains off grid camping with my three dogs and enjoying life's adventures with my partner in crime where I feel most at home. 

 

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About Liz O'Connor, APRN

As a Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner, I have spent the majority of my 37 years in the healthcare field practicing in cardiology. I have a vast array of experience in evaluating and treating patients with a variety of cardiac and vascular conditions in collaboration with Cardiologists.

Through my career, I have gained invaluable knowledge, education and hands-on experience with both inpatient and outpatient follow-ups, stress testing, coumadin management, among many other duties.

When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending time with both family and friends, reading murder mysteries and singing with the Great Falls Symphonic Choir.

 

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