Our Team | Orange MD

Dr. Ben Larsen, MD

Dr. Benjamin Larsen is a local family physician based in Ogden, UT. Originally from Eastern Idaho, he moved to Utah in 2018 after practicing in San Antonio, Texas. Driven by his passion for helping people achieve optimal health, he chose to specialize in Family Medicine, with a focus on preventive and integrative approaches to wellness. Dr. Ben combines traditional Family Medicine with holistic, functional medicine principles, aiming to prevent disease and provide comprehensive, patient-driven care at affordable costs.

With a diverse background in various medical settings, including Family Medicine, Sports Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Urgent Care, and Emergency Medicine, Dr. Ben takes pride in practicing low-cost family medicine. He believes that appropriate treatment decisions can reduce unnecessary testing, resulting in improved outcomes. Recently, he received additional training in vasectomies and ultrasound, constantly seeking to expand his knowledge and expertise in health and wellness.

Beyond his medical practice, Dr. Ben cherishes spending time with his wife, Jessica, and their four children, Emma, Gracie, Benson, and Hope. They are an active family engaged in outdoor activities such as skiing, biking, hiking, soccer, basketball, and running. In his spare time, Dr. Ben pursues his interests as a pianist, woodworker, Eagle Scout, gardener, and passionate collector and builder of LEGO sets, with his latest additions on display at his office.

Sammantha Francis, PA

Sammantha is a board-certified Physician Assistant who joined the Orange MD family in 2023.

She is originally from Colorado but was educated in Texas, attending Baylor University (Sic’Em Bears) and earning a Master’s Degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center in 2015.

She has worked in a variety of healthcare settings including Hospital medicine, ER, Urgent Care, Neurosurgery, and Telemedicine. Sammantha is passionate about helping her patients navigate through complicated health systems and providing accessible medical care through a variety of platforms. She believes strongly in the mind-body connection and holistic healthcare.

When she’s not in the clinic, you can find Sammantha in nature hiking, biking, or kayaking with her dog. She is an avid reader, yogi, and amateur astronomer.

Kari Roberts, RN

Kari brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our practice. She has been a Registered Nurse for 13 years. She received her education from Weber State and Stevens Henager, solidifying her foundation in nursing.

Throughout her career, Kari has developed a diverse background, specializing in areas such as Adult and Pediatric tracheostomies and ventilators, Home Health and Hospice, and Urgent Care. Her dedication to patient care and well-being is evident in her unwavering passion for nursing.

Beyond her professional life, Kari cherishes her role as a spouse and mother. With 19 years of marriage under her belt and four wonderful children, she understands the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle. During her leisure time, Kari can often be found engaged in activities like playing pickleball, immersing herself in nature through camping, kayaking, paddle boarding, or exploring off-road adventures with her ATV.

Kari's commitment to excellence, coupled with her genuine care for people, makes her a compassionate and trustworthy healthcare professional. We are pleased to welcome Kari to our team at Orange MD!