Meet Our Staff

Husband and wife, Orthopedic Surgeon and Registered Nurse, partners in the Lovell Hand adventure. The two met at Blodgett Hospital when Randy was in residency and Lisa was finishing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Calvin College. Fast forward several years later with 3 kids and a fluffy Bernedoodle, this pair embarked on a bold new vision in healthcare. “We’ve both always believed the patient needed to remain the focus. This, along with major innovative ideas, was the beginning of the Lovell Hand dream.” When not at work you will find them with family at their favorite places – Disney, in the mountains, or on the beach!

Crystal comes to us with over 19 years of experience as a Physician Assistant, with the last 5 being in hand surgery. She earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from Central Michigan University and her master’s degree in health science from Lock Haven University in Pennsylvania. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants. Crystal loves spending time with her husband and two sons. They enjoy traveling and doing anything outdoors, especially skiing. Crystal says she wants to “spend time with my kids before they don’t want to spend time with me!”

Tara has a diverse background in practice management, and she brings us over 20 years of experience in healthcare. Tara’s vast knowledge of the industry has been a huge asset to both our clinical and administrative teams. “I enjoy putting the patient first, which our office does extremely well.” Tara enjoys spending her free time hiking and kayaking with her husband and son in Northern Michigan.

Ali received her Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Michigan. She comes to us with a background in employee benefits and fills various roles at Lovell Hand (front desk, marketing, insurance, billing). She loves talking with patients every day and always learning something new! “I enjoy spending time outside with my husband and dog and experiencing the various seasons in Michigan, from skiing to spending time on the beaches of Lake Michigan.”

Leslie has a diverse background in the business world and in addition to working at Lovell Hand she is the Founder/Program Director of HIS Dance Academy. She graduated from Bowling Green State University with a degree in Fashion Merchandising and worked as a Sportswear Buyer and Merchandiser prior to starting the dance academy. She keeps busy with her 3 children and 6 grandchildren and enjoys spending time at “the lake or anywhere with family.” Leslie brings her positive attitude to every patient interaction and isn’t afraid to learn something new!

Heather has worked in the medical field for over 12 years as a Registered Medical Assistant, with much of this time spent in Internal Medicine. After spending most of her life on the East side of the state, she moved to West Michigan to join Lovell Hand and learn more about hand surgery. “In my spare time I like spending time with my soon to be fiancé and my 4 fur babies. I enjoy going to the beach, walks outside, bonfires, fishing, reading, and cooking.”

Evelyn is a Registered Medical Assistant with five years of patient care experience, of which the past three have been in orthopedic surgery. She is passionate about the surgical aspect of ortho because she enjoys following the patient’s progress throughout the recovery period and seeing the success and higher quality of life at their post-operative appointments. “Outside of work I love spending time at the beach and finding new parks to walk with my husband, baby and puppy!”

Nick received his Bachelor of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology from Siena Heights University and is registered in Radiography and Computed Tomography. He was born and raised in West Michigan. “At work, I enjoy interacting with our patients and constantly learning new things. Outside of work, I enjoy riding my motorcycle, visiting parks around town, and relaxing on my front porch.”

Andrew has a vast experience as a Certified Nurse Aide in long term care, the emergency department, psychiatric care, and inpatient hospital settings. He has been doing this for the past five years and is currently pursuing a degree in Nursing. When he is not at work, Andrew enjoys dog training for PAWS With a Cause, fishing, hiking, skiing, dirt biking, and water sports as the self-proclaimed “world’s greatest tuber.”