Edward Discoe, M.D.
"I grew up in Paxton, Nebraska on a farm in the North River Valley just below Lake McConaughy...
I learned to value the freedom of rural life and had every intention of returning to the area. When it came time to select a practice, the years of my youth and family ultimately made the Columbus medical community an ideal choice. My wife Pam and I have four children who have thrived in this community. We have found ourselves enamored and in awe of the congeniality that exists among the people and physicians here. I am able to provide personalized compassionate comprehensive healthcare for people of all ages and allow them to maximize their health potential.”
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: St. Joseph Family Practice in Wichita, KS
Jeffrey Gotschall, M.D.
“The Columbus community – living, practicing medicine, raising a family and all the positive interactions – has proven to be an extraordinary choice for us. The relationships and experiences along the way have been terrific for my family.”
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: Lincoln Family Practice in Lincoln, NE
Hobbies
Gotschall currently serves as Columbus Community Hospital board chair, Federated Church of Columbus Foundation president, NE State Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee chair, Columbus Bank and Trust board of directors, Regional Provider Network board manager.
He enjoys time with family and all of their activities, Red Angus cow/calf production, sporting events — especially football and baseball. He and his wife, Tammi, have sons Grant, Jake, Sam, and daughter, Allie.
Luke P. Lemke, M.D.
"I was born and raised in Columbus, and proud to call the town my home...
My father, Buzz Lemke was a founding partner of Columbus Medical Center in 1953. After my schooling, I moved back to Columbus to continue my father’s legacy. I now also sit on the board for the Columbus Community Hospital. I enjoy caring for patients and enjoy the relationships I have developed with them over the years.”
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: St. Joseph Family Practice in Wichita, KS
Hobbies
Outside of the office, Luke enjoys golfing, exercising, traveling, and spending time with his wife and four children.
Craig M. Pekny, M.D.
"Even at Scotus High, I thought I might like to return from school to care for the people of Columbus...
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Hobbies
Craig enjoys running, spending time with his family, watching baseball, and just being outdoors.
Mark Benesch, P.A.-C.
Education
- Medical School: BS in Allied Health from the University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Former Practice: Gage County Medical Clinic in Beatrice, NE
Hobbies
Mark likes spending time with his family, hunting and fishing.
Greg Jacobs, P.A.-C.
Education
- Medical School: Master of Physician Assistant Studies
- Former Practice: Good Shepherd Physician Services in Longview, TX
Edward Discoe, M.D.
"I grew up in Paxton, Nebraska on a farm in the North River Valley just below Lake McConaughy...
I learned to value the freedom of rural life and had every intention of returning to the area. When it came time to select a practice, the years of my youth and family ultimately made the Columbus medical community an ideal choice. My wife Pam and I have four children who have thrived in this community. We have found ourselves enamored and in awe of the congeniality that exists among the people and physicians here. I am able to provide personalized compassionate comprehensive healthcare for people of all ages and allow them to maximize their health potential.”
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: St. Joseph Family Practice in Wichita, KS
Jeffrey Gotschall, M.D.
“The Columbus community – living, practicing medicine, raising a family and all the positive interactions – has proven to be an extraordinary choice for us. The relationships and experiences along the way have been terrific for my family.”
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: Lincoln Family Practice in Lincoln, NE
Hobbies
Gotschall currently serves as Columbus Community Hospital board chair, Federated Church of Columbus Foundation president, NE State Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee chair, Columbus Bank and Trust board of directors, Regional Provider Network board manager.
He enjoys time with family and all of their activities, Red Angus cow/calf production, sporting events — especially football and baseball. He and his wife, Tammi, have sons Grant, Jake, Sam, and daughter, Allie.
Luke P. Lemke, M.D.
"I was born and raised in Columbus, and proud to call the town my home...
My father, Buzz Lemke was a founding partner of Columbus Medical Center in 1953. After my schooling, I moved back to Columbus to continue my father’s legacy. I now also sit on the board for the Columbus Community Hospital. I enjoy caring for patients and enjoy the relationships I have developed with them over the years.”
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: St. Joseph Family Practice in Wichita, KS
Hobbies
Outside of the office, Luke enjoys golfing, exercising, traveling, and spending time with his wife and four children.
Craig M. Pekny, M.D.
"Even at Scotus High, I thought I might like to return from school to care for the people of Columbus...
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Hobbies
Craig enjoys running, spending time with his family, watching baseball, and just being outdoors. Mark Benesch, P.A.-C.
Education
- Medical School: BS in Allied Health from the University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Former Practice: Gage County Medical Clinic in Beatrice, NE
Hobbies
Mark likes spending time with his family, hunting and fishing.
Greg Jacobs, P.A.-C.
Education
- Medical School: Master of Physician Assistant Studies
- Former Practice: Good Shepherd Physician Services in Longview, TX
Edward Discoe, M.D.
"I grew up in Paxton, Nebraska on a farm in the North River Valley just below Lake McConaughy...
I learned to value the freedom of rural life and had every intention of returning to the area. When it came time to select a practice, the years of my youth and family ultimately made the Columbus medical community an ideal choice. My wife Pam and I have four children who have thrived in this community. We have found ourselves enamored and in awe of the congeniality that exists among the people and physicians here. I am able to provide personalized compassionate comprehensive healthcare for people of all ages and allow them to maximize their health potential.”
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: St. Joseph Family Practice in Wichita, KS
Edward Discoe, M.D.
“The Columbus community – living, practicing medicine, raising a family and all the positive interactions – has proven to be an extraordinary choice for us. The relationships and experiences along the way have been terrific for my family.”
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: Lincoln Family Practice in Lincoln, NE
Hobbies
Gotschall currently serves as Columbus Community Hospital board chair, Federated Church of Columbus Foundation president, NE State Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee chair, Columbus Bank and Trust board of directors, Regional Provider Network board manager.
He enjoys time with family and all of their activities, Red Angus cow/calf production, sporting events — especially football and baseball. He and his wife, Tammi, have sons Grant, Jake, Sam, and daughter, Allie.
Luke P. Lemke, M.D.
"I was born and raised in Columbus, and proud to call the town my home...
My father, Buzz Lemke was a founding partner of Columbus Medical Center in 1953. After my schooling, I moved back to Columbus to continue my father’s legacy. I now also sit on the board for the Columbus Community Hospital. I enjoy caring for patients and enjoy the relationships I have developed with them over the years.”
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: St. Joseph Family Practice in Wichita, KS
Hobbies
Outside of the office, Luke enjoys golfing, exercising, traveling, and spending time with his wife and four children.
Craig M. Pekny, M.D.
"Even at Scotus High, I thought I might like to return from school to care for the people of Columbus...
Education
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Hobbies
Craig enjoys running, spending time with his family, watching baseball, and just being outdoors.Mark Benesch, P.A.-C.
Education
- Medical School: BS in Allied Health from the University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Former Practice: Gage County Medical Clinic in Beatrice, NE
Hobbies
Mark likes spending time with his family, hunting and fishing.
Greg Jacobs, P.A.-C.
Education
- Medical School: Master of Physician Assistant Studies
- Former Practice: Good Shepherd Physician Services in Longview, TX