Staff

Cynthia Casey, M.D. – Medical Director

Dr. Cynthia Casey has been the medical director for The Coalition Family Health Center since 2011. Dr. Casey graduated from medical school at Creighton University, Omaha, NE with high honors. She completed her residency at the University of Wyoming. Dr. Casey was born and raised in Cheyenne, WY and continues to enjoy living in her home state. She is married and has three children (one son and twin daughters). She enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, playing the piano, reading, and cooking.

Douglas Tew, PA-C – Physician Assistant

Doug is a physician assistant for The Coalition Family Health Center and longtime Gillette resident. Doug completed his master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Albany Medical College in Albany, NY. Prior to coming to The Coalition Family Health Center, Doug practiced in urgent care for five years. Doug and his wife have five amazing children. They enjoy camping and backpacking in the mountains of Wyoming.

Nikole Lawrence, NP-C 

Nikole received her Master of Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Walden University in 2020.

She has lived in Gillette almost all of her life. She worked as a Med/Surg nurse at CCH Hospital for 7 years, and has 3 years of experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Nikole has 2 young children who are both very involved in sports. She has 2 dogs and enjoys camping, hunting, fishing and watching footballwith her family.

Robert Bonacci – Health Center Manager

Robert has been the health center manager for The Coalition Family Health Center since April 2010. His career in the medical field started in 1994 when he became an Army medic. Robert's mission is to ensure the health center is an outstanding Patient Centered Medical Home, where members and their families can receive quality medical care.

Stacy Kern – Office Manager

Stacy has been the office manager for The Coalition Family Health Center since November 2010. She has worked in healthcare management for 20 years. Stacy has a master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of South Dakota. She relocated to Gillette in 2010 with her family. Stacy enjoys attending her daughter's activities, scrap-booking, and outdoor activities. She is committed to achieving high customer satisfaction for all who visit the health center.