About Us

EOSIS provides evidence-based treatment services, tailored to the needs of
the individual, delivered by experienced and certified clinicians across a
network of centers. Together, we bring ever-evolving therapeutic innovation
and leadership, a commitment to quality care, and offering wisdom,
collaboration and excellence in everything we do.

Mission

We are dedicated to meaningfully supporting patients, families, and communities in their recovery from addiction and related mental health disorders.

Vision

By living our mission and values, we set the benchmark for excellence, become the first choice for referral partners, and lead the way in addiction recovery and behavioral health care.

Values

Our culture is grounded in a diverse, patient-centered approach, and based on our core values of respect, accountability, teamwork, integrity, and hope.

Why EOSIS?

In Greek mythology, EOS is the goddess of the dawn. Yet her actions were driven by a curse from Aphrodite — forces beyond her control. This struggle reflects the experience of many of our patients, who feel trapped in destructive patterns that harm themselves and their loved ones. EOSIS represents the promise of a new dawn and is a symbol of hope and renewal.

Our Care Philosophy and Dedication to Excellence

As a leader in drug and alcohol treatment, EOSIS is guided by philosophies that help us care for the whole person:

Personalized care uniquely tailored to individual needs

Evidence-based therapeutic approaches

Full continuum of high-quality patient care

Sustained healing focused on the whole person

Leadership

Dr. Lewis Zeidner

Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Lewis P. Zeidner serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Meridian Behavioral Health. Prior to joining Meridian Behavioral Health, LLC Dr Zeidner served as Vice President for the Mental Health and Addiction Service Line at MHealth Fairview. He was responsible for reducing barriers in accessing care for patients with mental health and substance use needs. He launched Minnesota’s first EmPATH program to meet the needs of those experiencing a mental health crisis and opened a virtual Transition Clinic allowing patients to start care while waiting for an appointment. Through his career Dr. Zeidner has focused his work on addressing the challenges people face in accessing and complying with recommended care plans at both a population and individual level. Much of his work has focused on obstacles to medication compliance including the structure and care models of retail pharmacies.

Jim Cox, MBA

Vice President for Operations

Jim is an accomplished executive with experience in various aspects of the healthcare industry. His passion for healthcare and serving patients started in the late 1990’s as a community pharmacist. Since, he’s served in numerous healthcare positions including COO, VP, Director and Co-founder. He has a passion for healthcare and business operations with a particular interest in developing teams and processes to increase speed to therapy and improve overall healthcare outcomes. Jim received his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from Drake University. He continued to earn his Executive Leadership Certificate from Cornell University and Master of Business Administration from St. Cloud State University.

Stacy Rivers, MSW, LICSW

Vice President of Clinical Services

Stacy holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work and has dedicated over 15 years to supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families dealing with mental health and substance use disorders. She has extensive experience working in various social and healthcare settings, including CentraCare and Fairview Health Services, honing her skills in providing compassionate and effective care. In early 2024, Stacy joined the Meridian team as VP for Clinical Services, bringing her knowledge and expertise to further the mission of person-centered, co-occurring care.

Ernest Lampe, MD

Medical Director

Ernest Lampe, MD joined Meridian Behavioral Health in October of 2017 as the Medical Director for the Valhalla Methadone Programs after 5 years as Director for New Seasons Methadone Programs. He now serves as the Medical Director for Meridian Behavioral Health’s residential programs. He is an Abdominal and Cancer Surgeon and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He received his MD Degree and Surgical Training at the University of Minnesota. He retired from the Operating Room in 2010 and started in the Practice of Addiction Medicine. He is a Member of the American Society of Addiction Medicine.

Mike Umland, CPA

Vice President of Finance

Mike Umland serves as the Vice President of Finance for Meridian Behavioral Health. Prior to joining the Meridian team, Mike served as Chief Financial Officer of PreferredOne, which was a wholly owned subsidiary of MHealth Fairview. He was responsible for all Finance, Accounting, Treasury and Underwriting functions of PreferredOne. He has a passion for Healthcare and Financial Planning & Analysis. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Gustavus Adolphus College. He is a Certified Public Accountant and earned his Certified Managed Care Executive certificate. Mike is also a Member of the American Institute of CPA’s and a Member of Financial Executives International.

Michelle Super, B.S.

Director of People and Culture

With over fifteen years of experience in Human Resources, Michelle has dedicated her career to enhancing organizational culture and driving employee engagement. She has extensive experience working in various industries including non-profit and healthcare settings. She graduated from St. Cloud State University with a bachelor’s degree in human resources management. Her background includes leading talent development efforts, implementing performance management programs, and serving as a strategic partner to create inclusive work environments that empower individuals and teams. As a proactive leader, she is committed to cultivating a thriving workplace where employees can excel and contribute to the company’s success.