Pender Community Hospital Welcomes Plastic and Upper Extremity Surgeon Jesse Meaike, MD
Pender, Neb. (February 2, 2025) – Pender Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Jesse Meaike, MD, a highly trained plastic and upper extremity surgeon, who will begin seeing patients at the Pender Community Hospital Outpatient Clinic once a month. This addition expands access to specialized surgical care close to home for patients across our region.
Dr. Meaike provides comprehensive care for conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and lower arm, offering both surgical and non-surgical treatment options for patients of all ages. His expertise ranges from common conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome to complex reconstructive procedures involving the hand, finger, or arm.
In addition to upper extremity care, Dr. Meaike has advanced training in reconstructive surgery, including treatment for excess eyelid skin, cancerous lesions, breast reconstruction, and wound reconstruction. His approach is rooted in personalized care—taking time to understand each patient’s needs and recommending the most appropriate treatment plan.
“Bringing visiting specialists like Dr. Meaike to Pender allows our patients to receive expert, high-quality care without the burden of traveling far from home,” said Laura Gamble, CEO of Pender Community Hospital. “It’s another way we’re strengthening access to specialized services while keeping care personal and local.”
Appointments with Dr. Meaike are now being scheduled. For more information or to request an appointment, patients may contact Pender Community Hospital Outpatient Clinic at (402) 385-4090.
About Pender Community Hospital District
Pender Community Hospital delivers high-quality, compassionate care to communities in northeast Nebraska. With advanced medical technology, experienced providers, and well-coordinated services, PCH ensures patients receive exceptional care close to home. In addition to the hospital, PCH operates medical
clinics, retail pharmacies, the Little Sprouts Child Development Center, and Prairie Breeze Assisted Living—serving patients and families at every stage of life.
