Submitted by: Ryma Lindquist, WWH
BALDWIN, WI — Western Wisconsin Health (WWH) is pleased to welcome Debra Diepenbrock, MD, a board-certified general pediatrician, to its team of healthcare providers. Dr. Diepenbrock brings strong academic preparation, a passion for whole-person wellness, and a lifelong dedication to caring for children to her new role at WWH.
Dr. Diepenbrock grew up in a small town in central Kansas and is excited to return to small-town life while serving families in western Wisconsin. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Oklahoma Christian University and completed her Doctor of Medicine at the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita. She went on to complete her pediatric residency at the University of Kansas and began a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship at the University of Minnesota before choosing to return to general pediatrics, her true calling.
“I said when I was three years old that I wanted to be a ‘baby doctor,’ and I never changed my mind,” shared Dr. Diepenbrock. “I’ve always loved working with infants and young children. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by medicine and child development, so this path felt natural to me.”
Dr. Diepenbrock is especially looking forward to building relationships with patients and families and helping children thrive in all aspects of health. “I really love WWH’s collaborative nature and the emphasis on whole-person wellness, not just physical health,” she said. “I’m excited to be part of a team that truly cares about its community.”
In her free time, Dr. Diepenbrock enjoys reading, traveling, especially with her sister, relaxing with her dog, and spending time with her family. Her parents and sister now live in central Wisconsin, which helped draw her to the area. One quote that guides her work is from Mother Teresa: “Let no one ever comes to you without leaving better and happier. Be the living expression of God’s kindness: kindness in your face, kindness in your eyes, kindness in your smile.”
Ellen Thompson, Chief Operating Officer at Western Wisconsin Health, expressed her excitement for Dr. Diepenbrock’s arrival: “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Diepenbrock to our pediatric team. Her warmth, dedication, and passion for whole-person care will significantly strengthen our services and help us meet the growing needs of families in our community.”
Please join us as we welcome Dr. Diepenbrock to our community. We are confident that she will help us continue to build upon our mission of Building a Heathier Tomorrow, Together. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Debra Diepenbrock, please call Western Wisconsin Health at (715) 684-1111 or visit wwhealth.org.
