About
Dr. Dean Bartholomew grew up in Saratoga, Wyoming, and built his medical career largely in the state where he was raised. He completed his undergraduate education at Hastings College in Nebraska before earning his medical degree with honors from Creighton University School of Medicine. His Family Medicine residency took place at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Offutt Air Force Base in Omaha.
E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, reaching the rank of Major and serving as Commander of the Aerospace Medicine Flight before separating in 2008. He then spent a year on the teaching staff at the University of Wyoming Family Medicine Residency in Cheyenne. He went on to run the Platte Valley Medical Clinic in Saratoga for eight years alongside his wife Tonya. A recognized voice in rural health, Dr. Bartholomew has spoken at the US Senate Rural Health Caucus, the American College of Physicians in Boston, and the Association of Health Care Journalists in Denver. He served as President of the Wyoming Medical Society from 2014 to 2015 and President of the Wyoming Academy of Family Physicians from 2017 to 2019. He also contributes to state health initiatives including the WyoPOLST program and the State Alzheimer's Dementia Plan.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Hastings College, Hastings, Nebraska
Medical School
Creighton University School of Medicine (graduated with honors)
Residency
Family Medicine, University of Nebraska Medical Center / Offutt Air Force Base, Omaha, Nebraska
Additional Training
Teaching staff, University of Wyoming Family Medicine Residency, Cheyenne; Commander of Aerospace Medicine Flight, F.E. Warren Air Force Base
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Bartholomew right for?
Dr. Bartholomew is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. Patients dealing with Alzheimer's disease or dementia benefit from his involvement in Wyoming's State Alzheimer's Dementia Plan. His background in rural medicine makes him well-suited for Bighorn Basin patients who want a physician deeply rooted in the region. Those interested in end-of-life planning and palliative care will also find his experience with the WyoPOLST program valuable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Bartholomew focuses on Family Medicine with particular depth in diabetes, hypertension, and chronic condition management. He also has significant experience with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, including his role as a developing member of Wyoming's State Alzheimer's Dementia Plan.
Yes. Dr. Bartholomew actively contributes to several Wyoming health programs. He serves as a developing member of the State Alzheimer's Dementia Plan, participates in the State HIE Implementation Team, and contributes to the Wyoming Cancer Coalition Palliative Care Initiative. He also advocates for the WyoPOLST program.
Dr. Bartholomew served as President of the Wyoming Medical Society from 2014 to 2015 and as President of the Wyoming Academy of Family Physicians from 2017 to 2019. These roles reflect his long commitment to shaping healthcare policy and practice across the state.
Yes. Dr. Bartholomew has spoken at the US Senate Rural Health Caucus in 2016, the American College of Physicians annual meeting in Boston in 2015, and the Association of Health Care Journalists in Denver in 2014. He is a recognized advocate for telehealth and rural primary care access.
Dr. Bartholomew earned his medical degree with honors from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Offutt Air Force Base in Omaha. He later joined the teaching staff at the University of Wyoming Family Medicine Residency in Cheyenne.
Yes. Dr. Bartholomew is a strong champion of telehealth and has spoken nationally on the topic. At 307Health, members reach him through video conferencing, phone, text, and secure email in addition to in-office visits.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026