Cabinet Peaks Medical Center welcomes Dr. Thad Kandel

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center announces the addition of Dr. Thad Kandel to the Cabinet Peaks General Surgery Clinic, starting in mid-October. 

A highly accomplished surgeon, Dr. Kandel will work alongside Dr. Lance Ercanbrack to continue providing exceptional surgical care to the community. 

Hospital officials said Dr. Ercanbrack is not leaving and this partnership strengthens our commitment to offering the highest level of care.

Dr. Kandel brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Cabinet Peaks. He is American Board of Surgery Certified, Fundamentals of Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgery Certified, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. 

Trained in Pennsylvania, Dr. Kandel has been serving patients in Mitchell, South Dakota, and is eager to bring his skills to the residents of Libby and the surrounding areas.

“I chose Libby because I enjoy living in and being a part of a small, close community,” said Dr. Kandel. “I have a passion for providing high-quality care in rural, underserved areas and I’ve always loved the mountains and the natural beauty of the West. My family and I are excited to start this new chapter and become part of this wonderful community.”

Tadd Greenfield, CEO of Cabinet Peaks Medical Center, expressed his enthusiasm for Dr. Kandel’s arrival.

“We are excited to welcome Dr. Thad Kandel to our team," Greenfield said. "His extensive training and experience in both general and specialized surgery will be invaluable to our community. His dedication to providing high-quality care in rural settings will bring tremendous value to our community, and his collaboration with Dr. Ercanbrack ensures that we can continue meeting the growing surgical needs of our patients.”

Dr. Kandel, along with his significant other, Julie, and their 5-month-old son, Jude, will be joining the Libby community. Outside of his professional life, Dr. Kandel enjoys outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, skiing, hiking, shooting and camping, making Libby an ideal place for him and his family.

With the addition of Dr. Kandel, Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is excited to continue expanding our surgical services and ensuring the community has access to top-tier medical care.