Great Plains Health is proud to announce that Dr. Renee Engler has been appointed to
the Nebraska Medical Association Political Action Committee (NMPAC) Board. The
NMA Board of Directors appointed 12 physicians to the NMPAC Board at its May
meeting, highlighting their commitment to active leadership in advocacy efforts.
Dr. Engler has demonstrated dedication and expertise in her field, making her a
valuable addition to the NMPAC Board. Her experience includes serving as Chair of the
Medical Executive Committee, Emergency Co-Medical Director, Chief of Medical Staff,
Vice Chair of the Clinical Integration Network, and Emergency Medicine Resident
Coordinator at Great Plains Health. Dr. Engler has been an active member of various
committees, including Peer Review, Bylaws, and Credentials. She has educated
hundreds of providers as an Advanced Trauma Life Support instructor throughout the
region and received the UNMC Excellence in Educational Service Award in 2023.
Additionally, she was a recipient of the Woman of Achievement Award for medical
service in 2022.
Dr. Engler expressed her excitement for this new role.
“I am honored to join the NMPAC Board and contribute to the advocacy efforts that are
vital for both physicians and patients. Together, we can address critical issues such as
prior authorization and scope of practice, ensuring our voices are heard at the Capitol. I
am especially thrilled to represent Western Nebraska, bringing our unique perspectives
and needs to the forefront of these important discussions.”
Dr. Engler received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska and her
Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She
completed her residency training in Emergency Medicine at SUMMA Health Systems in
Akron, Ohio.
We congratulate Dr. Engler on this important appointment and look forward to her
continued contributions to the medical community.
NMPAC Board Members:
• Jordan Warchol, MD, Chair – Omaha
• Rachel Brock, DO – Lincoln
• Renee Engler, MD – North Platte
• Sean Figy, MD – Omaha
• Linda Ford, MD – Bellevue
• Jason Kruger, MD – Lincoln
• Joshua Mammen, MD – Omaha
• Daniel Rosenquist, MD – Columbus
• Britt Thedinger, MD – Omaha
• Sherri Thomas, DO – Lincoln
• David Watts, MD – Omaha
• Robert Wergin, MD – Seward
