Clinical Team
Mark Carlson, MD
Co-Founder and Director
Mark Carlson, MD is a fellowship-trained, board-certified geriatrician, internist and oncologist.
Dr. Carlson received his medical doctorate from Loma Linda University in California and completed his geriatric medicine fellowship at the University of Hawaii in Honolulu. Prior to his move into geriatrics, he spent nearly 20 years of practice in medical oncology, where serious illness had to be managed with the latest in medical technology, compassion and a trusting patient-doctor relationship. Dr. Carlson combined these skills with his desire to help seniors in the aging process and created the Be Well enterprise, consisting of centers focused on aging.
With his focus on senior health, Dr. Carlson recognizes that advanced treatments are desperately needed for dementia and other senior-related conditions. This is now a primary focus in his role as a geriatrician and is the driving force for creating Be Well Memory and Infusion.
John Puente, MD
Co-Founder and Director
John Puente, MD has more than two decades of experience as a board-certified neurologist, serving the healthcare needs of Omaha and Lincoln communities.
A native of Omaha, Dr. Puente earned his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. His clinical focus is in managing chronic neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and multiple sclerosis.
Dr. Puente fosters meaningful relationships with his patients and their caregivers, considering it pivotal to his practice. By integrating cutting-edge diagnostic tools with his expertise in disease management, he tailors individualized care plans to optimize his patients' quality of life.
Driven by a passion for advancing neurological care, Dr. Puente remains committed to enhancing the well-being of aging adults. He is optimistic about the ongoing medical innovations that promise to raise the bar for senior care standards.
Courtney Michels; RN, BSN, M.S.Ed
Infusion Clinic Manager
With over a decade of dedicated service in nursing, Courtney brings a wealth of experience to her role as Infusion Clinic Manager.
Having received her clinical training at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Courtney’s journey began with foundational years in taking care of the most critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit.
With that experience as a cornerstone, she transitioned to specialize in bone marrow transplant and oncology infusion. It was during this time that she recognized the profound impact infusion care can have on patients and their loved ones.
Courtney’s passion lies in walking alongside patients, offering both emotional and physical support through their health journeys. She is deeply committed to advocating for patients as they navigate the complexities of their medical treatments. Continuously seeking to implement best practices, she strives to achieve optimal outcomes for every individual under her care.
Jenn Asmus; APRN, MSN, FNP-BC
Infusion Clinic Nurse Practitioner
Jenn is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 15 years of diverse clinical experience. Jenn is deeply committed to delivering holistic and compassionate care to her patients.
She received a BSN from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and an MSN with an emphasis on family practice from Creighton University. Her clinical expertise ranges from intensive care to emergency and trauma to outpatient services. These experiences have equipped Jenn with a comprehensive skill set and adeptness in patient-centered care.
Nursing became Jenn’s calling while caring for her grandmother who lived with memory loss. Her passion for memory care is driven by a profound understanding of the emotional and physical complexities associated with cognitive decline.
With an empathetic and calm bedside manner, Jenn approaches each patient with the same level of care and consideration she would offer her own family. Whether managing a critical situation in the ICU or guiding a family through the complexities of memory decline, her approach ensures that every patient receives the highest standard of care.