AALFA Staff
Dr. Paul J. Spencer, D.O.Education, Training and Certifications:
- Medical School: Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine 1986
- Internship in General Practice: Richmond Heights General Hospital 1987
- Residency in Family Medicine: University of Minnesota 1990
- Certification: American Board of Family Medicine 1990
Further clarification: Dr. Spencer is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine; in addition to full medical training, he has studied musclo-skeletal (joints, neck, back) medicine. In addition, he is board certified in Family Medicine after training at the University of Minnesota.
Personal Profile
I have practiced family medicine in the east metro area since 1990. I became president and owner of AALFA Family Clinic in 1996. Spending time with my wife and five children, ages 4 through 9, is my greatest joy in life.
I enjoy the broad range of family medicine and the opportunity to get to know my patients and their families. The areas of the practice that I find most enjoyable include pediatrics, obstetrics, infertility, and sports medicine.
Professional Associations:
- Clinical Associate Professor: University of Minnesota Medical School
- American Osteopathic Association
- Certified Medical Consultant for Natural Family Planning
- Member American Academy N.F.P
Dr. Mary M. Paquette, M.D. Education, Training and Certifications:
- Medical School: University of Minnesota 1993
- Residency in Family Medicine: HealthSpan Family Medicine Program 1996
- Certification: American Board of Family Practice
Personal Profile
I am a family physician with OB who has practiced in the St. Paul area since 1996. I joined AALFA Family Clinic in 2000. My husband and I work opposite days, so we may share in the care of our four children, ages 4 to 8. I strive to provide the full range of family medicine, including obstetrics. My practice is particularly focused on the care of women and children. A significant portion of my practice focuses on infertility, recurring miscarriage, and abnormal cycle management.
Professional Associations:
- American Academy of Family Practice
- Certified Medical Consultant for Natural Family Planning
- Catholic Medical Association
Dr. Matthew J. Paquette, M.D. Education, Training and Certifications:
- Medical School: University of Minnesota 1992
- Residency in Internal Medicine: Abbott-Northwestern Hospital 1995
- Chief Resident: Abbott-Northwestern Hospital 1995-96
- Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine
Personal Profile
I have practiced Internal Medicine in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area since 1996. From Abbott-Northwestern Hospital, I moved to AALFA Family Clinic in 2001. Married to Mary Paquette, M.D., father of four children; family and faith are important anchors in my life.
I enjoy a broad range of practice in Internal Medicine.
Professional Associations:
- American College of Physicians
Dr. Kathleen Kobbermann, M.D. Education, Training and Certifications:
- Medical School: University of Minnesota, 1998
- Residency: University of Wisconsin Fox Valley Family Practice, 2001
- Certification: American Board of Family Medicine 2002
Personal Profile
I am a family practice physician with OB. Since 2001, I have practiced in New Ulm, Minnesota in a multi-specialty group. I am eager to join AALFA Family Clinic in December, 2008. My husband and our four children, ages 2 to 8, join me in the move to the Twin Cities area.
As a physician, I enjoy taking care of families and providing a wide range of care at every stage of life. I have special interests in preventive care for women and children, obstetrics, infertility and abnormal cycle management.Professional Associations:
- American Academy of Family Physicians
- Trained Medical Consultant in Natural Family Planning
- American Academy Fertility Care Providers
Education, Training and Certifications:
- Professional Education: Masters in Physician Assistant Studies, Augsburg College 2004
- NCCPA – National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants
- Creighton Model Fertility Care System – Certified Practitioner & Medical Consultant
Personal Profile
I have been serving patients and their families as part of the healthcare team at AALFA Family Clinic since the fall of 2004. My specialty is Family Medicine. As a P.A., I take thorough histories, perform physical exams, interpret lab test results, prescribe treatments and educate my patients. I collaborate closely with my supervising physician and refer to specialists as needed to provide the best care to my patients. I find it rewarding to work with woman who struggle with infertility, PMS, irregular menstrual cycles, repetitive miscarriage and polycysitc ovarian disease. I also provide care in the areas of early prenatal care, well-child checks, diabetes care and simple office procedures.
My husband, Mark, and I with our two daughters live in St. Paul. We are active participants in our parish and a lay Catholic community in West St. Paul. For fun, we enjoy spending time with family and friends, going on walks, hiking, camping and gardening.
Professional Associations:
- American Academy of Physicians Assistants
- Minnesota Academy of Physicians Assistants
