About
Dr. Michael Havekost grew up the youngest of three boys in Fremont, Nebraska. His path to medicine began at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where he initially studied computer science. A book called "Operation Prayer" changed his direction. Reading through its prayer requests for other countries, he noticed a recurring need for medical doctors. He switched his major to chemistry and set his sights on medical school.
He married his college sweetheart, Sandy, before they moved to Omaha to attend the University of Nebraska College of Medicine together. He then completed his Family Medicine residency at St. Joseph Family Practice in Wichita, Kansas, earning the role of chief resident in his third year. He earned his Board Certification in Family Medicine in 1991 and settled his family in Beatrice, where he and Sandy raised five children: Allison, Betsy, Caleb, Danielle, and Elijah. 5 years at the Gage County Medical Clinic, then moved to the emergency department in 2008. During his hospital years, he helped develop a palliative care program, worked as a hospitalist, and built a nursing home comprehensive care program. After five years researching the Direct Primary Care model, he launched Havekost Personal Healthcare to practice medicine the way he believes it should be, like a doctor who is a friend of the family, offering affordable, value-driven care.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Chemistry (initially Computer Science)
Medical School
University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, St. Joseph Family Practice, Wichita, KS (Chief Resident, third year)
Additional Training
Worked as hospitalist; developed palliative care program; developed nursing home comprehensive care program
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Havekost right for?
Dr. Havekost works well with patients across all age groups, from newborns through seniors. Adults managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or high cholesterol benefit from his thorough, unhurried approach. He also treats depression, anxiety, and mood disorders as part of whole-person care. Patients who want a consistent, relationship-driven physician find his model a strong fit. Families looking to consolidate care under one trusted doctor will feel at home here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Havekost treats a wide range of conditions across all ages. His focus areas include hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, and high cholesterol. He also provides mental health treatment for depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. Additional services include fracture care, women's health, well child care, and chronic disease management.
Yes. Dr. Havekost has held Board Certification in Family Medicine since 1991. He earned his certification after completing his residency at St. Joseph Family Practice in Wichita, Kansas, where he served as chief resident.
Dr. Havekost earned his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine in Omaha. He completed his Family Medicine residency at St. Joseph Family Practice in Wichita, Kansas, and served as chief resident in his third year.
Dr. Havekost has practiced family medicine since 1991. 5 years at the Gage County Medical Clinic and later worked in the emergency department, as a hospitalist, and in nursing home care before founding Havekost Personal Healthcare.
Yes. Dr. Havekost treats depression, anxiety, and mood disorders as part of his whole-person care philosophy. He views mental health as an essential component of comprehensive primary care.
Yes. Dr. Havekost gives patients his cell phone number for non-emergent urgent contact. He stays on call 24 hours a day with minimal exception by phone, text, and email.
Yes. When a patient cannot make it to the office, Dr. Havekost can come to them. House calls are available as part of the membership.
Dr. Havekost practices medicine like a doctor who is a friend of the family. He focuses on comprehensive care for the whole person, including physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. He values the patient-physician relationship above all and takes time to understand each patient's full health picture.
Yes. Dr. Havekost performs laceration repair, skin lesion removal, skin biopsies, cryotherapy, joint injections, EKG, spirometry, and breathing treatments. Some procedures carry a small additional fee, which he always discloses before providing the service.
Dr. Havekost settled in Beatrice in 1991 after completing his residency in Wichita, Kansas. He has practiced medicine in the community ever since and raised his five children there.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026