The Wells County Chamber of Commerce and its Ambassadors gathered recently to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Parkview Health’s newest clinic, located at 1980 N Main Street in Bluffton. This state-of-the-art facility marks a significant step forward in Parkview’s mission to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in rural and underserved areas.
“This clinic represents our commitment to the health and well-being of the communities we serve,” said Keith Cruise, Senior Vice President for Primary Care at Parkview Health. “By combining family medicine and OB/GYN services under one roof, we’re ensuring that residents of Bluffton and nearby areas have convenient access to comprehensive, expert care close to home.”
The celebration drew community leaders, residents, and members of the Parkview team. During the event, Tracy McClellan, the clinic’s practice manager, introduced the healthcare team that will lead operations at the facility. Among them is Tammy Troutt, a Bluffton native and experienced physician assistant, who will lead the family medicine services with support from a team of skilled medical assistants.
For Troutt, returning to her hometown to provide care has been deeply meaningful. “I’m thrilled to bring my experience back to Bluffton, where I grew up and still have family,” she said. “Building relationships with patients here and helping them make informed decisions about their health is incredibly rewarding.”
Troutt’s journey into healthcare began in high school, inspired by a shadowing opportunity with local Physician Assistant Juanita Bryan. After earning her degree at Butler University, Tammy practiced medicine in Fort Wayne and Markle before returning to Bluffton. Initially, she worked at Parkview’s temporary location at 1169 N Main Street, which was established while waiting for the new facility to open.
The new clinic also features OB/GYN services led by certified nurse midwife Alisa Felke, who brings more than a decade of experience to the team. “I’m committed to supporting women throughout every stage of life,” Felke said. “This new clinic allows us to deliver personalized and compassionate care to our patients in a welcoming, community-focused environment.”
Parkview Health’s leadership is proud of the organization’s broader efforts to enhance healthcare in rural communities. “Our recent recognitions for innovation and excellence in rural healthcare reflect the dedication of our entire team,” Keith Cruise added. “This new Bluffton facility is another example of how we are making a meaningful impact in the areas we serve.”
The clinic is already open to patients, with family medicine appointments available Monday through Friday and OB/GYN services offered on Tuesdays. Same day appointments are also available. For scheduling or questions, residents can call 260-353-1954 (Family Medicine) or 260-355-3960 (OB/GYN).
