Meet Our Team of Urology Physician Assistants

DEREK GLAZIER, PA-C

Derek completed his undergraduate degree at Arizona State University and his physician assistant training at George Washington University in Virginia. Derek is board certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

Originally from the outskirts of Phoenix, AZ, he is happy to have made a home in Reno where he enjoys hiking, camping and spending time with his wife and two children.

JEREMY REICHERT, PA-C

Jeremy grew up locally and attended college in Kentucky, where he graduated summa cum laude with degrees in Physical Science and Mathematics. He later received his physician assistant training through the University of California, Davis. Jeremy is certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He has diverse experience in multiple fields of medicine and enjoys all aspects of caring for those with urologic disorders.

ABIGAIL FREEMAN, PA-C

Growing up in a household with two physician parents, Abigail’s interest in medicine and desire to help others began at an early age. This interest was nurtured during her medical missions in South America and Haiti. She holds a BA in Interdisciplinary Humanities from the University of San Diego and earned her Physician Assistant degree from the University of St. Francis in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is board certified through the National Academy of Physician Assistants.

Originally from Reno, Abigail returned home after her studies to work as a urology physician assistant alongside her father, Dr. John Freeman, at Urology Nevada. Outside of the office, she enjoys hiking, skiing, pickleball, roller skating and spending time with her family and dogs.

STEFFANIE ROBERTUS, PA-C

Born and raised in Bozeman, Montana, Steffanie earned her undergraduate degree in Biotechnology from Montana State University. After graduation, she gained valuable experience working as a medical assistant for several years before pursuing her physician assistant training at the University of Iowa. During her time at Iowa, she had the privilege of studying under one of the best urologists in the area, which allowed her to receive specialized training in men’s health and urology.

Upon completing her PA program, Steffanie returned to the western mountains to join the esteemed team at Urology Nevada. She is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.

In her free time, she loves snowboarding, hiking, playing basketball, volunteering with the Doberman Rescue of Nevada and spending time with her own two rescue Dobermans, Dax and Sylvie.

TESS JONES, PA-C

Tess is a proud fourth-generation Nevadan, born and raised in Reno where she earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada, Reno on a golf scholarship. After college, she worked locally as an MRI tech aide before moving to Ireland, where she earned a Master of Public Health degree. There, she worked in public health research and volunteered in the community in her free time.

Upon returning to Northern Nevada, Tess earned her Physician Assistant degree from the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. During her clinical rotations, she discovered her passion for urology, appreciating the specialty’s diverse clinical, hospital and surgical aspects. Tess is board certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Urological Association.

Outside of work, you can find Tess on the golf course, pickleball court, or traveling to visit friends and family.

MICHELLE LOUBET, PA-C

Michelle holds a BS in Health Education with an emphasis in Underserved Communities from San Francisco State University. After graduating, she moved to South Lake Tahoe and worked as an EMT Ski Patroller, while working on prerequisites for physician assistant school. She attended the PA program at the University of Nevada, Reno, where she also received certifications in Geriatrics and the da Vinci Robotic System.

Following PA school, Michelle gained valuable experience working in a busy urgent care on the East Coast before moving back to Reno to pursue her career in urology. Michelle is board certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the Nevada Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Urological Association.

Beyond urology, Michelle is passionate about cooking, baking and spending time in the great outdoors of the Reno area.

JOSH J. LYONS, PA-C

Josh grew up just over the hill in the small town of Loomis, California. While volunteering as a student athletic trainer for his high school sports medicine program, he discovered his passion for medicine. Josh attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he graduated as a Regent’s Scholar with a BS in Biopsychology.

Seeking to be closer to family, Josh moved to Reno, where he worked to complete his prerequisites and gain patient care experience before applying to physician assistant school. He gained valuable hands-on experience as an AEMT on an ambulance for REMSA and as an Emergency Trauma Technician at Renown Children’s Emergency Department before earning his Physician Assistant degree from the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. As a urology physician assistant at Urology Nevada, he is driven by his desire to serve our local community.

When he isn’t working, Josh spends much of his time outdoors. He enjoys flyfishing, snowboarding, paddle boarding, exercising and coaching CrossFit at a local nonprofit gym.

CHEYANNE ANNIS, PA-C

Cheyanne grew up in the small rural town of Ukiah, California and has lived in Reno for nearly a decade. She graduated cum laude from Purdue University Global with a BS in Health Science. While earning her undergraduate degree, she worked as a certified medical assistant and certified phlebotomy technician, gaining experience in various specialties including geriatrics, pediatrics, podiatry, pain management and neurosurgery.

She went on to attend the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine Physician Assistant Studies program with the goal of providing healthcare to both local and rural Nevadans. It was during her third clinical rotation that she discovered her passion for urology. At Urology Nevada, she is inspired by her ability to provide quality healthcare to our growing community.

Outside the clinic, Cheyanne can be found enjoying the beautiful outdoors with her husband and two dogs, Shadow and Ghost. She also loves playing and coaching basketball, snowboarding, hiking, camping and spending quality time with family and friends.

MICHELLE JAKOBY, PA-C

Michelle was born in Germany and spent her early childhood in both Cologne and small-town rural Germany. Her family moved to California in 2002, where she completed her International Baccalaureate Diploma. She graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with her Bachelor of Science in Public Health. After graduation, she began working at Urology Nevada as a medical scribe, where she quickly cultivated a strong relationship with the team. During this time, she also spent her time obtaining her EMT license, tutoring at-risk foster students, teaching rehabilitative adaptive horseback riding, and volunteering at a nonprofit for grieving children and families. Michelle attended the UNR School of Medicine Physician Assistant Studies Program, and she is proud to have returned to Urology Nevada to serve her community.

On the weekends, you can find Michelle enjoying the great outdoors, practicing digital and film photography, exploring ghost towns, and spending time with her fiancé and two cats, Java and Kai. Michelle continues to visit her extended family in Germany and loves to immerse herself in
diverse global cultures.

RENE TORRES, PA-C

Rene Torres grew up in Casper, Wyoming, and moved to the Reno area while still attending high school. He earned his undergraduate degree in Biology and his Physician Assistant degree at the University of Nevada, Reno. While completing his undergraduate degree, he earned his AEMT certification and worked as an emergency department technician at Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center. His experiences and knowledge-building led him to apply to PA school.

Rene is married and they have 3 daughters. He and his family enjoy taking road trips as often as possible and spending time outdoors. He enjoys playing any sport and has a passion for coaching youth basketball.