Our Staff

April is a Montanan and an operational healthcare leader. As a motivated and passionate professional with a tenacity for innovation and quality care, her career focus has been to improve healthcare access to all patients whilst leveraging technology, relationships, and improvement in logistical footprints across Montana. April and her three amazing children spend their spare time enjoying adventure all around Montana, but she is especially attracted to the Flathead and Bitterroot Valleys.

Alison is recognized for her pragmatic approach to healthcare innovation, particularly in designing comprehensive care models for pediatric patients with complex medical needs. With a background as a pediatric emergency physician, Dr. Curfman has spearheaded transformative programs across various health systems. Notably, she founded Imagine Pediatrics, introducing groundbreaking virtual-first population health models. In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavors, Dr. Curfman played a pivotal role in securing grant funding for Montana Pediatrics to advance complex care initiatives and is currently serving as the medical director for our complex care program. She continues to champion accessible, high-quality care for all pediatric patients.

Melissa has been working with families across Montana for most of her professional career. Prior to joining Montana Pediatrics, Melissa worked in several early childhood professional positions. In 2007, she became a Family Support Specialist and found a passion for working with parents who had children with developmental delays and disabilities. It was during this time that she fell wildly in love with supporting parents and their children. Over time, this love led to her pursuit of a Master’s degree in Social Work and now helping parents bring more fun and ease into their parenting is her passion. When Melissa is not working she can be found cooking, dancing, or connecting with her family and friends.

Chani is an enthusiastic relationship builder, passionate leader, and experienced project manager dedicated to bringing people together and breaking down barriers of access across a myriad of industries. With an eye for detail and a dedication to not just leaving the world better than you found it, but actively working to improve it, she thrives in the nonprofit healthcare sector where she brings different perspectives to the acquisition and execution of opportunities that better the experience of accessing care for Montana families. While she was raised in Northern Nevada, she now calls Montana home and can be found enjoying all the state has to offer through hiking, camping, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.

Jill Pate began her career in Santa Barbara, CA, and has called Montana home since 2003. She has dual degrees in Nursing and Sociology and brings over 20 years of experience in Pediatric-specific practice. Her passion for breaking down barriers to quality care for families keeps her focused on expanding services at the healthcare-education nexus and committing time and resources to ensuring all children can thrive. Beyond her work, she enjoys hiking, paddle boarding, and embarking on adventures with her dog.