Meet Our Providers

Brad R. Frandsen, MD

Dr. Frandsen has a passion for medicine and a passion for family, so it’s no surprise his career in family medicine has been so richly rewarding. “At one point, I thought I might do emergency medicine, but I like this because I get to see people over and over again. Being a family practice physician allows me to maintain relationships with patients throughout their entire lives.”

As a boy, Brad Frandsen eagerly raised his hand when his grandmother asked which of her grandkids wanted to be a doctor. It was that early awareness that took Frandsen down his now well-laid career path. After receiving his Masters in Biochemistry from University of California Riverside, he obtained his Medical Doctorate from Loma Linda University in California. He went on to complete postdoctoral training and residency at the Cheyenne Family Practice in Cheyenne, Wyoming, where he was Chief Resident.

Now a veteran, board-certified family practitioner, Dr. Frandsen owns his own practice. “Making it a place people want to work and patients love to come has really been the highlight of my career.” He also enjoys clinical research, exploring treatment for conditions like diabetes and hypertension..

To be a successful physician, Dr. Frandsen believes you must listen to your patients, always harness a good sense of compassion and realize your limitations. “A good physician must realize that they don’t know everything. You must be knowledgeable but also understand your limits. A good family physician will not hesitate to refer a patient to a specialist when needed.”

Dr. Frandsen is married to his high school sweetheart, Sue. Now empty nesters, the couple make it a priority to see and spend time with their 5 children and 13 grandchildren. Dr. Frandsen stays active with outdoor activities such as hiking, along with racquetball and listening to hundreds of audiobooks each year.

Melissa Harwood, ARNP

Melissa grew up in Western WA. and went to both Highline College and Seattle Pacific University for undergrad degrees in Nursing, before she graduated from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in 2018 with a Family Nurse Practitioner degree.

Melissa lived in Oklahoma and Texas before returning to Washington, where she spent 3 years practicing in Silverdale.

When Melissa is not caring for patients she likes spending time outdoors hiking, camping, running, reading and spending time with her 2 boys.

Katelyn Neufeld , ARNP

Katelyn is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a special interest in Women’s Health and Aesthetics. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Boise State University in Boise, Idaho, and then earned her Master of Science in Nursing at George Washington University in Washington D.C. She holds her national certification with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and is certified in Medical Aesthetics.

Katelyn believes in empowering her patients to actively participate in their health and wellness. She takes an individualistic approach in her practice, understanding that each client has their own unique needs and goals for their care. Katelyn is committed to personalized and comprehensive care for her patients. She is passionate about making her clients feel their best from the inside out. Whether through medical or aesthetic treatments, Katelyn always makes her patient’s feel heard and treated with compassion.

She has lived in Washington, Idaho, Texas, and Oklahoma for her college education and courtesy of her childhood sweetheart’s reserves Airforce pilot training. Katelyn has been back in Washington State since 2019 and is finally settling down roots. She and her husband are in the process of building their “forever home” in Gig Harbor and hope to be in by this summer, 2024. In her spare time, Katelyn enjoys hiking in the beautiful forests of Western Washington, baking for family and friends, exercising at Vie Athletics, and spending quality time with her husband, daughter, and puppy.

Terry Nygard – Lead Receptionist

Terry Nygard started her career with Sound Health Care Center when Dr. Frandsen ventured into his personal practice in 2006 and needed someone to answer the phone!  Her background is in office administration and bookkeeping.  She was born and raised in Kitsap County and has lived most of her life in Port Orchard. 

Terry loves spending time with her family, watching whatever sport her granddaughters are participating in and is always ready to pack bag to go on a trip.   Over the years she has been active in her church, volunteered at schools and lately has helped serve at the Family Kitchen.