Ashley Regional Welcomes Three New Providers to Area

Vernal, Utah (June 12, 2026) – Ashley Regional Medical Center is pleased to formally introduce three new providers who have joined our team in recent months. While these providers have already been caring for patients throughout the Uintah Basin, we are excited to officially recognize the expertise and compassionate care they bring to our community.

As healthcare needs continue to grow across the region, Ashley Regional remains committed to expanding access to high-quality, specialty care close to home—ensuring patients can receive the care they need without leaving the community.

Joining the Women’s Health team is Tiffany Petterborg, PA-C, who holds a Doctor of Medical Science degree and a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Pacific University. Tiffany is trained in gynecology, urogynecology, prenatal care, and surgical assisting. She is passionate about ensuring her patients feel heard, supported, and empowered in their healthcare decisions.

Kayce Houge, WHNP-BC, has also joined the Women’s Health team. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Byrdine F. Lewis School of Nursing at Georgia State University and her Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner degree from Frontier Nursing University. Kayce provides comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care and is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients throughout the Uintah Basin.

In addition to these Women’s Health providers, we are proud to welcome Makenzie Holmes, DNP, FNP-C, to our Pediatric Clinic. Makenzie brings more than 16 years of nursing experience across diverse healthcare settings. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with a specialty in Family Nurse Practitioner, along with advanced training focused on rural and minority populations and a fellowship in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities. Makenzie has also completed advanced training through Primary Children’s and is certified to evaluate and diagnose children ages 2–3 with autism. She is passionate about working with families to reduce barriers to care, improve understanding of healthcare, and serve as a trusted partner in guiding each child’s health journey. Makenzie is deeply committed to patient advocacy and strives to provide a true medical home for families.

“We are proud to welcome these outstanding providers to our Women’s Health and Pediatric teams,” said Alan Olive, CEO of Ashley Regional Medical Center. “Each brings specialized expertise and a passion for patient-centered care that enhances the services we provide close to home. Together, their talents help us deliver on our commitment to specialize in you and meet the unique healthcare needs of every patient we serve.”

All three providers are currently accepting new patients. Appointments can be scheduled online at AshleyRegionalPhysicians.com or by contacting the clinics below:

• Tiffany Petterborg – Women’s Health Clinic: 435.789.6962
• Kayce Houge – Women’s Health Clinic: 435.879.6962
• Makenzie Holmes – Pediatric Clinic: 435.781.1200

About Ashley Regional Medical Center

Ashley Regional Medical Center is a 39-bed acute care Joint Commission Accredited facility located in the heart of Dinosaur Land, in Vernal, Utah.

Ashley Regional Medical Center is currently the only Emergency Room backed by a hospital in Vernal, Utah. As a 39-bed acute care hospital, the Emergency Room at Ashley Regional treats thousands of patients a year and is staffed 24-hours a day with a dedicated emergency room physician. Ashley Regional is a designated Level IV Trauma Center, a designated Stroke Receiving Facility by the Utah State Department of Health, and is Chest Pain Accredited by the American College of Cardiology.

Some of the services available at Ashley Regional Medical Center include, MRI, CT Scan, 3-D mammography, nuclear medicine studies, 4-D ultrasound, Bone Densitometry, chemotherapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, sleep lab, cardiac rehabilitation and medical laboratory.

Ashley Regional Medical Center currently has over 30 affiliated physicians. Specialties include family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics, radiology, pathology, orthopedics, ENT, general surgery, OB/GYN, and physiatry. At Ashley Regional Medical Center, the medical staff enjoy practicing medicine in a rural setting, with the latest technology at their fingertips, can enjoy a slower pace of life, and work with a great staff of highly qualified nurses and technicians.