Dr. Greeley has participated in clinical trials and research studies for over 30 years to help further the understanding of various neurological conditions.
Dr. Greeley was born and raised in Seattle, Washington, and graduated from the University of Washington in 1985 with a bachelor’s degree in music theory and history. He then went to the University of Washington School of Medicine, graduating in 1989. After medical school he spent the next four years completing his internship and residency in Neurology at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinic system in Madison, Wisconsin. He then completed a post-residency position as Honorary Assistant House Physician at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in London, England.
Directly after training Dr. Greeley moved to Spokane, Washington, to join a multi-specialty clinic where he worked as a neurologist and as the first director of their clinical research department. He moved into private practice in Spokane in 1999 when he founded Northwest Neurological, PLLC. As one of only a few private practice neurologists in the region, he is committed to treating all patients with attention and respect and is proud to offer the latest treatments in the field of neurology.
Dr. Greeley also has over 30 years of experience conducting clinical research trials in the same areas he has focused his clinical practice:
- Memory loss and MCI (e.g. Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia)
- Movement disorders (e.g. Parkinson’s disease, tremor, dystonia)
- Migraine
He partners with government agencies and pharmaceutical groups to bring cutting edge research for these conditions to the Spokane region. Now more commonly recognized, Dr Greeley and his team were using several agents long before they were FDA-approved including Botox, Xeomin, Imitrex, Emgality, Aduhelm, Leqembi, Exelon, Razadyne, Axert, Plavix, Nourianz and even DBS surgery for Parkinson’s disease. Learn more about his research activity on our Research page. You or someone you know may be eligible for a treatment that won’t be available to the general public for several years to come.
Dr. Greeley is a Fellow in the American Academy of Neurology (FAAN) and is also involved in education and training of medical students as a Clinical Associate Professor in Neurology at the University of Washington School of Medicine. UW Medicine Alumni Spotlight.
As a third-generation physician, Dr. Greeley has respect for how much has changed – and how much has remained the same in medicine — as noted by an article written by his grandfather, Dr. H. P. Greeley in 1917: The Physician: Past and Present.
Finally, when not at work, you can find him working in the yard or playing golf or pickleball with his beautiful wife Suzanne and/or with their three wonderful daughters who make them most proud.
Meet the Staff
Gareth Olstad
Gareth Olstad, MPAS, PA-C is a board-certified Physician Associate who has lived in Spokane for 20 years, has worked in the field of research for more than 5 years and has been at Kingfisher for 3 years. He serves a variety of neurological patients in the clinical setting at Northwest Neurological with special procedural interest in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). In the research setting with Kingfisher, he serves as a Principal Investigator for clinical trials. His primary focus is to deliver evidence-based, holistic healthcare for everyone seeking care and treatment. In his free time Gareth enjoys attending local USL1 soccer games and spending time outdoors with his close-knit family.
Brenda Everett
Brenda Everett was born in Edmonds, Washington, but has spent most of her life living in Seattle until recently when she moved to Spokane to be closer to family. She’s been a nurse for nearly 25 years and worked at Harborview Medical Center as the Neuroscience ICU charge nurse for 10 years at the beginning of her career and most recently served as a Stroke Certified Registered Nurse providing triage and education for patients and families in the busy Neurology Clinic. She continued her education by earning a Certification in Clinical Trials Operations when joining the research team at Kingfisher Cooperative as Director of Research in 2023. In June, Brenda added the role of interim Chief Operating Officer for Northwest Neurollogical before returning full-time to research in November. In her free time Brenda enjoys watching soccer, going to farmers markets, cooking, and snuggling with her chihuahuas Biscuit and Gravy.
Kasey Wills
Kasey Wills was born and raised in Washington State and is a graduate of Lind High School. She achieved licensure as a Certified Nursing Assistant in 2003 and went on to earn her Medical Assistant Certification in 2016. Kasey has always had a passion related to caring for seniors, so worked in an assisted living facility in Ritzville prior to moving to Spokane in 2014. She joined Kingfisher Cooperative, LLC in February 2020 and was promoted to the position of Lead Clinical Research Coordinator in early 2023. In early 2024, Kasey earned her Clinical Research Coordinator certification. In her free time Kasey enjoys spending time with family, gardening, tending her chickens, and taking trips to the river.
Nichole Godsey
Nichole Godsey was born and raised in Spokane, Washington. She’s been a healthcare professional since 2015 and began working at Northwest Neurological in 2020 as a Patient Care Coordinator where she managed multiple duties at the front desk. As someone who is regularly looking for new challenges, Nichole transferred to Kingfisher Cooperative in February 2021 to pursue her interests in research. She began as a Clinical Research Assistant and was promoted to the role of Clinical Research Coordinator in April 2023. In June of 2023 she trained for and earned her licensure as a Certified Phlebotomist. Nichole is very personable and enjoys interacting with the patients daily. In her free time Nichole enjoys traveling, attending live concerts, spending time with her husband and two children, relaxing by the lake, bike riding, and taking long walks with her golden retriever, Gus.
Ali Stiller
Ali Stiller earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Whitman College in 2020. After graduating, she worked in various restaurants and as a Research Associate for Seattle Children’s Research Institute. Then, she returned home to Spokane and joined Kingfisher Cooperative and the clinical research team in 2023. As a Clinical Research Assistant, she supports the Clinical Research Coordinators with the research trials while also leading recruitment. Kingfisher Cooperative is looking forward with plans to begin Investigator Initiated Trials where Ali’s expertise will be integral to success. Ali enjoys spending her free time crocheting, hiking with her dogs, and reading. Her future goals include expanding her experience in the research field.
Lauren Gerty
Lauren Gerty is originally from Southern California and moved to Spokane, WA in 2004. She attended Eastern Washington University and Washington State University in Spokane to obtain her bachelor’s degree in nursing. After graduating, Lauren immediately started working at MultiCare Deaconess Hospital in Labor and Delivery and currently still works there part-time. She joined Kingfisher Cooperative in May 2021 in the role of a research infusion nurse. She has immensely enjoyed supporting and working with a diversity of patients through the most important and vulnerable moments of their lives. In her free time, she enjoys being anywhere by water, boating, live-music, dancing, karaoke and hanging out with her partner Sean and their fur-baby Ruger.
Kala Allred
Kala Allred is originally from North Idaho and played Division 1 softball at Cleveland State University. While there she obtained a bachelor’s in business. After graduating from nursing school, Kala secured a staff position at Sacred Heart Medical Center’s Emergency Department. She’s since earned her Bachelor’s in nursing as well as a Master’s in business and is trauma certified. She joined Kingfisher Cooperative, LLC in November of 2022 in the role of infusion nurse. In her free time Kala enjoys being with family, dirt biking, fishing, hiking, mountain biking and being around her dog Nokona.
Carrie McNee
Carrie McNee earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Spanish from the University of Portland in 2022. After returning home to Coeur d’ Alene, she joined Kingfisher Cooperative and the clinical research team in 2023. Soon after, she became a Certified Rater whose crucial role is to administer multiple cognitive, behavioral, and functional assessments to research participants and their study partners as part of the Alzheimer’s Disease clinical trials that Kingfisher Cooperative participates in. Carrie enjoys spending her free time volunteering and participating in various outdoor activities with friends and family. Her future goals include entering medical school and serving rural populations.
Tammy Walker
Tammy Walker has worked with Dr. Greeley and Kingfisher Cooperative since 2017. She conducts Clinical Dementia Rating (CDR) for all clinical trials at Kingfisher. She also is a certified Rater for MMSE, ADCS-CGIC, ADAS-Cog and many other cognitive assessments related to Alzheimer’s disease. She has performed the CDR for over ten research trials while at Kingfisher. Her background in homeless services, customer service & retail sales enable her to connect with patients and their study partners in a non-threatening manner. She is sincere, empathetic, and relatable, making patients feel at-ease when being assessed and evaluated. Tammy can ask questions in a sensitive way to obtain the information necessary to measure cognitive changes in our study participants. She is a proud graduate of the University of Oregon. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering at Sacred Heart Hospital, Catholic Charities Christmas Bureau and preparing meals at local feeding programs. She is a dedicated yoga practitioner and likes spending time outdoors with family and friends.