Meet Our Staff

Roger Sacry, M.D.

Graceland University, Lamoni, IA

University of Washington, School of Medicine,

Seattle, WA

Family Medicine Residency, Scott AFB, Scott, IL

With experience as a physician since 1993, Dr. Sacry offers a comprehensive range of outpatient medical services. The practice focuses on managing both acute and chronic illnesses, placing a strong emphasis on preventive medicine and taking a proactive approach to healthcare. In addition to outpatient services, Dr. Sacry serves as the medical director for a local hospice, ensuring compassionate end-of-life care.

Sacry Family Medicine provides a variety of in-house services, including lab testing, vaccinations, ECGs, and minor procedures. Dr. Sacry and his team value the relationships they build with their patients, viewing them as friends, and express sincere gratitude for the opportunity to serve them.

Michele Callahan, FNP

Michele completed her education in Boston before relocating to Missouri in search of a slower-paced lifestyle and a welcoming community. Her career includes working at a variety of healthcare settings before she met Dr. Sacry in 2010, which led her to join Sacry Family Medicine.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, gardening, playing pickleball, and practicing energy work.

Elaine Childs, LPC

Elaine brings a wealth of experience to her role as a Licensed Professional Counselor, having served the 4-State area since 1995. Her diverse background includes working as a social worker with the Children's Division, fostering children, and being an adoptive parent. Growing up in a large family has instilled in her a deep sense of empathy, patience, and an appreciation for diverse perspectives, all of which inform her counseling approach.

Prior to joining Sacry Family Medicine in 2023, Elaine dedicated 14 years to Carthage Counseling, where she honed her skills in addressing a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, anger management, grief, and challenges faced by children, teens, and couples. Elaine specializes in trauma resolution and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), allowing her to provide effective support for clients navigating difficult experiences.

Outside of her professional life, Elaine enjoys the outdoors, engaging in activities such as horseback riding, water sports, hiking, and biking. She particularly cherishes her time with her grandchildren.

Susan Richmond, Co-Office Manager

Susan serves as the Co-Office Manager at Sacry Family Medicine. With a strong commitment to patient care, she excels in building relationships with patients, ensuring they feel valued and special during their visits.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Susan cherishes time spent with her family, which includes her husband and four daughters. She is also passionate about gardening, particularly enjoying the cultivation of flowers.

Kathy Laytham, FNP

Kathy has over two decades of rich nursing experience spanning Kansas City, the Marshall Islands and Taiwan, where she has worked in a variety of roles, including a family clinic, international school, orphanage and a university.

In 2020, she returned to her hometown of Carthage and joined the Sacry Family Medicine team. Kathy is passionate about holistic care, reproductive justice, and encouraging active patient participation in healthcare. She is also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and is committed to empowering families through their breastfeeding journeys.

Beyond the clinic, Kathy loves the outdoors, reading and staying active. She cherishes time with her husband and four children.

Quinn Norwood, Family Nurse Practitioner

Quinn has a diverse background, having spent the majority of her career in the operating room and in gastrointestinal (GI) procedures, where she discovered an unexpected passion for gastroenterology. Additionally, she has experience in labor and delivery, as well as pre- and post-operative care. Quinn joined Sacry Family Medicine in 2024, where she enjoys providing exceptional patient care, with a particular interest in the aesthetic aspects of the practice.

Outside of her professional life, Quinn is a devoted mother to her two young sons, who are the center of her world. She is passionate about her faith and has a rich background in dance, having performed professionally before pursuing a nursing career. In her leisure time, Quinn enjoys spending time with her family, going to the lake, fishing, and cooking.

B Maggard, Co-Office Manager & Allergy Specialist

With a background as a Medical Assistant, B has been working in the medical field since 2007. She officially joined Sacry Family Medicine in 2018, after being involved with the practice since 2015. B has a particular passion for allergy care and specializes in helping patients with allergy management.

Outside of work, she enjoys camping and is actively involved in children's ministry.

Kim Chuta, Medical Assistant

Kimberly joined the team in 2023. She is passionate about serving her hometown and ensures that patients have the opportunity to express themselves in Spanish when needed. In her free time, Kimberly enjoys long runs and participating in kickboxing and Zumba classes, as well as spending quality time with her family.