Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Mount Mercy College
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN, ARNP), Winona State University
Doctor of Nursing (DNP), Winona State University
Office location: Providing in-person treatment at Prairie Ridge in Mason City.

As a Doctor of Nursing Practice, Deb Groath has experience in both primary and specialty care with a holistic relationship centered focus. She currently integrates primary care into behavioral health care at Prairie Ridge. Deb has had diverse interests throughout her career and has worked in both large and small health care communities. Her career started at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in neurosurgery, re-locating to North Iowa for opportunities as the Director of Education, Director of Nursing for a small rural hospital, Director of Quality, advanced nursing practice in palliative care and hospice, and now focusing on the needs of patients with substance use and mental health concerns. She also has interest in moving legislative initiatives forward allowing improved access to care for the mental health and substance use population of North Iowa.