Meet Our Talented Team
The staff at Idaho Arthritis Center is made up of a dedicated group of professionals who are committed to making your visit to our office relaxing and enjoyable. In addition to our outstanding team of doctors and advanced practice providers, our staff includes registered infusion nurses, ultrasound technicians, phlebotomists, laboratory technicians, and medical assistants. Everyone on our staff is knowledgeable and dedicated to the health and well-being of our patients.
Mikael Lagwinski
MD (19 years)
Svetlana Meier
MD (13 years)
Eric Palfreyman
MD (14 years)
Alex Feil
APRN FNP-C (1.5 years)
Sara Romney
PA
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Extended bios for our team.
Mikael Lagwinski, MD
Dr. Mikael Lagwinski is Board Certified in Rheumatology and has been practicing since 2004 after graduating from the Rheumatology Fellowship Program at University Hospitals of Cleveland.
Dr. Lagwinski has a passion for volunteerism. During his medical school and residency training, he volunteered at the Open-M Clinic in Akron, Ohio which provides free health care for impoverished patients.
He continues his volunteer activities through the Volunteer Physician Network in Boise and at the Family Medicine Residency of Idaho.
Eric Palfreyman, MD
Dr. Eric Palfreyman was born and raised in Boise, Idaho, and is excited to practice Rheumatology in his hometown community. He is Board Certified in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine.
He received his Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. Subsequently, he attended the University of Utah School of Medicine where he earned his Medical Degree in 2007.
He and his family then relocated to Cleveland, Ohio where, in 2010, he completed his Internal Medicine Internship and Residency at University Hospitals Case Medical Center. He became board-certified in Internal Medicine that same year.
Dr. Palfreyman was then accepted into the University Hospitals Case Medical Center Rheumatology Fellowship Program where he completed his Rheumatology training in June 2012.
During his residency training, Dr. Palfreyman was recognized among his peers for his humanistic approach to providing medical care. He received the Norman Gordon Award, an award presented to one medical resident for their demonstration of humanism in medicine throughout residency.
Additionally, Dr. Palfreyman demonstrated leadership throughout his training serving as the Chief Rheumatology Fellow.
Dr. Palfreyman has interpreted hundreds of DXA scans, attended a bone densitometry course, and became a Certified Clinical Densitometrist in May 2012.
Dr. Palfreyman enjoys serving in the community as well as for his church. He spent two years from 1998-2000 serving as a missionary in Northeastern Brazil. He learned various leadership skills from this experience as well as became fluent in speaking Portuguese. In all stages of schooling and training, Dr. Palfreyman has served in the community and considers it a privilege to do so.
Dr. Palfreyman looks forward to being a part of the community and enjoying outdoor recreation with his wife and four children.
Svetlana Meier, MD
Dr. Svetlana Meier is a Board Certified Rheumatologist. Born in Resekne, Latvia, she completed medical school at Riga Stradins University in Riga, Latvia.
Dr. Meier completed her internship and residency at the University of Wisconsin/Aurora Sinai Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Dr. Meier completed her fellowship training in Rheumatology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska.
She has also completed specialized training in the area of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound. In June of 2011, Dr. Meier re-located to Boise, Idaho to join Idaho Arthritis Center. She lives here with her husband, two sons, and daughter.
Dr. Meier was attracted to the quality of life and opportunities for outdoor recreation that the Boise community provides.
Alex Feil, APRN FNP-C
Alexandra believes in putting patients at the center of their treatment, focusing on educating them and preventing health issues.
She finds fulfillment in helping patients understand their care options and plans.
Her choice to specialize in rheumatology was driven by her desire to build lasting connections with patients rather than just treating their illnesses.
She values the unique trust needed in rheumatology, where long-term bonds between patients and providers are crucial.
Alexandra enjoys the intellectual challenge of addressing complex medical puzzles like autoimmune diseases. She’s committed to empowering patients who often feel overwhelmed by their conditions, helping them regain control over their health.
When she’s not at work, Alexandra loves hanging out with her family and friends. Both she and her husband are Idaho natives and feel a strong connection to the Treasure Valley.
Her favorite times of year are summer and fall because there’s so much to do outdoors. They enjoy exploring new restaurants and relaxing at their condo in McCall.
In her downtime, you’ll often find Alexandra listening to audiobooks while doing things like creating art, lounging by the pool, or taking her dogs for a walk.
Sara Romney, PA
Sara developed a passion for rheumatology through her interest in helping patients manage complex, chronic conditions and improve their quality of life.
She enjoys being able to build long-term relationships with her patients. Originally from the Treasure Valley, Sara is grateful to serve the community she calls home.
Her husband is from Utah, and together they enjoy spending time outdoors, watching football, and exploring new places. In her free time, Sara likes listening to audiobooks, flipping furniture, and traveling to tropical locations.
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