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    Albert Pierce, MD

    Anesthesiology
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    Allyson Gilstrap, MD

    Family Medicine

    Education

    School of Medicine: Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
    Residency: Self Memorial Hospital, Greenwood, SC

    Alyx Moss, PA

    Hospitalist Services

    Alyx Moss, PA

    Hospitalist Services
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    Amanda Denham, MD

    Pulmonary Medicine

    Education

    Bachelors of Science in Nursing: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Master of Science in Nursing: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Andrea M. Shirey, MD

    Internal Medicine

    Education

    Medicine School: Indiana University School of Medicine
    Residency: Indiana University School of Medicine
    Methodist Hospital

    Andrew Posey, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Andrew Posey, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Ashley Adams, CRNP

    Psychiatry

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Alabama, Huntsville
    School of Medicine: University of South Alabama
    Internship and Residency: South Alabama Medical Center

    Ashley Andrews, MD

    Hospitalist Services
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    Ashley Boler, CRNP

    Cardiology

    Ashley Boler is a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Alabama and her Masters of Science in Nursing from The University of Alabama at Birmingham.

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Alabama, Huntsville
    School of Medicine: University of South Alabama
    Internship and Residency: South Alabama Medical Center
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    Beatrice Chaicharncheep, MD

    Wound Care

    Beatrice Chaicharncheep, MD was born in Manhattan, New York and grew up in Montgomery, Alabama. Dr. Chai graduated from the University of Alabama School of Medicine. She completed her residency in General Surgery at Carraway Methodist Medical Center. In addition to being apart of the UAB Medical West Wound Center, Dr Chai also practices at St. Vincent’s St. Clair Pell City Hospital, Vohra Wound Physicians and Prescription Aesthetic and Wellness Spa.

    Education

    Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
    Residency: General Surgery at Carraway Methodist Medical Center

    Bonnie Moore, CRNP

    Family Medicine

    Education

    Bachelors: Indiana University of Pennsylvania
    Masters: LaRoche College

    Brad Godman, MD

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Brad Godman, MD

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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    Brad Goodman, MD

    Pain Management

    Education

    Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University
    Medicine School: Emory University School of Medicine
    Residency: Emory University School of Medicine

    Brandi Hubbard, CRNP

    Family Medicine

    Brandi is a board-certified Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner. She received her Associates of Science in Nursing degree from Jefferson State Community College and her Masters of Science in Family Nurse Practioner and Doctor of Nursing Practice in Advanced Practice Resarch from Samford University. Brandi is now seeing patients at the UAB Medical West Vance Health Center. Raised in Vance herself, Brandi is excited to serve the patients in her own community.

    Education

    Undergraduate: Jefferson State Community College
    Masters: Samford University
    Doctorate: Samford University

    Brandon Schwartz, MD

    Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

    Brandon Schwartz, MD

    Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

    Brandon Tisdale, MD

    Hospitalist Services

    Breezy Wilson, MD

    Family Medicine

    Breezy Wilson, MD is a native of Anniston, Alabama. Dr. Wilson received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Alabama. She received her medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed her residency at Tuscaloosa Family Practice.

    Dr. Wilson is part of the physician team at Parkwest Health Center. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Wilson, please call 481.8503.

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Alabama
    Medicine School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
    Residency: Tuscaloosa Family Practice

    Brent Haverstock, DPM

    Wound Care

    Brian Wells, MD

    Internal Medicine

    Dr. Brian Wells is a native of Mobile AL. He received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. Dr. Wells received his medical degree from the University of South Alabama and completed his internship and residency at South Alabama Medical Center.

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Alabama, Huntsville
    School of Medicine: University of South Alabama
    Internship and Residency: South Alabama Medical Center

    Britta McIntosh, CRNP

    Hospitalist Services

    Carleigh Fryrear, MD

    Hospitalist Services

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Lagos
    School of Medicine: College of Medicine University of Lagos
    Internship and Residency: Montgomery Family Medicine Residency Program

    Carmen Collins, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Carmen Collins, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds
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    Carson Penkava, MD

    Emergency Medicine

    Education

    Undergraduate: Washington and Lee University
    Medicine School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
    Residency and Internship: University of Alabama Birmingham, Emergency Medicine

    Casey Hicks, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Casey Hicks, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds
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    Cedric Harris, MD

    Internal Medicine

    Cedric Harris, MD, received his undergraduate degree in microbiology from The University of Alabama. He received his medical degree from The University of Alabama at Birmingham where he also completed his internship and residency. Dr. Harris has been practicing medicine in the Birmingham area for over 20 years and we are honored to welcome him to the UAB Medical West family.

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Alabama
    Medicine School: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Residency: The University of Alabama at Birmingham
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    Chantel Russell, CRNP

    Cardiology

    Education

    Associate: Wallace State Community College
    Bachelors: University of Alabama at Huntsville
    Masters: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Charles Nevels, MD

    Geriatric Psychiatry

    Education

    Medicine School: Medical College of Georgia
    Residency and Internship: Menninger School of Psychiatry

    Christian Lopes, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Christian Lopes, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Christopher Paul, MD

    Pain Management

    Christopher Racine, MD

    Anesthesiology

    Christy Franklin, PA

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Christy Franklin, PA

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Clark Gray, MD

    Internal Medicine

    Clark Gray, M.D., is an Internal Medicine Physician at UAB Medical West’s Tannehill Health Center. He received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, with a minor in both Biology and English, from Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. He recieved his medical degree from the University of South Alabama and was first in his class. He completed his residency at the University of Alabama in Birmingham.

    In his spare time, he enjoys reading, history, music, biking, and raising his daughter.

    Education

    Medicine School: University of South Alabama 1997-2001
    Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital 2001-2005

    Courtney Issis-Banuelos, CRNP

    Internal Medicine

    Cynthia Brown, MD

    Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Cynthia Brown, MD

    Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Dr. Cynthia Brown received her undergraduate degree from Tulane University and her medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. She completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Brown has over 25 years of OB/GYN experience and is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

    Dr. Brown is now seeing patients at both our Bessemer and Hoover Health Center locations!

    Education

    Undergraduate: Tulane University
    Medical School: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Dale Colorado, DO, MPH

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Dale Colorado, DO, MPH

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    David M. Fuller, MD

    Emergency Medicine

    Dr. Fuller’s interests include motorcycles, water sports, and spending time with his three sons.

    Education

    School of Medicine: Mercer University School of Medicine
    Internship and Residency: Carraway Methodist Medical Center
    Certifications: Board Certified in Internal Medicine

    David M. Mobley, CRNP

    Hospitalist Services

    Education

    Associate: Walker College
    Bachelors: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Masters: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    David P. Denney, MD

    Emergency Medicine

    David Denney, M.D., originally from Opp, Alabama, is an Emergency Medicine Physician at UAB Medical West Hospital in Bessemer, AL. He is also Medical Director of Bessemer Emergency Physicians at the hospital. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Samford University and went on to receive his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Alabama School of Medicine. He completed both his internship and residency at Carraway Methodist Medical Center in Birmingham, AL.

    Education

    Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
    Internship & Residency: Carraway Methodist Medical Center

    Derek A. Patterson, MD

    Emergency Medicine

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Medicine School: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Residency and Internship: University of Tennessee Emergency Medicine Program Resident

    Erika Issis Vasha, PA-C

    Orthopedics

    Erika Issis Vasha, PA-C is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in orthopedic care. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in biology from The University of Alabama, and received her Master of Science in Biotechnology and Physician Assistant from The University of Alabama at Birmingham. Erika will be assisting Dr. Dory Curtis and Dr. Scott Seibert with UAB Medical West Orthopedics.

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Alabama
    Medicine School: The University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Erika Powell, CRNP

    Neonatal

    Eva Clay, MD

    Hospitalist

    Francois Blaudeau, MD

    Gynecology

    Francois M. Blaudeau, MD, JD, FCLM, received his first of many degrees, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Birmingham Southern College. He went on to receive his medical degree from the University of Alabama and completed his residency training at Tulane University School of Medicine. He then received his Juris Doctor Degree from the Birmingham School of Law. He is fluent in French, Spanish, and Italian.

    Education

    Medical School: University of Alabama 1987
    Internship: Charity Hospital (New Orleans) 1987-1988
    Residency: Charity Hospital, Tulane Division 1988-1991

    Gary A. Mollengarden, MD

    Gastroenterology

    Education

    Medicine School: Emory University
    Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine
    Fellowship: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine

    Geoffrey Dye, DPM

    Wound Care

    Education

    School of Medicine: Des Moines University
    Residency: James Quillen Va Medical Center

    Hanna Hussey, MD

    Anesthesiology

    Harini Ganga Doppalapudi, MD

    Internal Medicine

    Harini Ganga Doppalapudi, M.D., practices Internal Medicine at UAB Medical West’s Bessemer Clinic. She first attended college at Maris Stella College in India. She recieved her medical degree from Guntur Medical College in India. She completed her internship at Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. She then moved to Birmingham, AL, to complete her residency through Baptist Health System.

    In her spare time, she enjoys cooking and gardening.

    Education

    Medical School: Guntur Medical College 1997
    Internship: Long Island College Hospital (Brooklyn, NY) 2000 – 2001
    Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine
    Residency: Baptist Health System 2001 – 2003
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    Harveen Sodhi, MD

    Family Medicine

    Dr. Sodhi received her medical degree from Government Medical College in Patiala, India and completed her residency in Family Medicine at Montgomery Family Medicine.

    Education

    Medicine School: Government Medical College in Patiala, India
    Residency: Montgomery Family Medicine

    Heinz Dueffer, MD

    Emergency Medicine

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Lagos
    School of Medicine: College of Medicine University of Lagos
    Internship and Residency: Montgomery Family Medicine Residency Program

    J. Dory Curtis, MD

    Orthopedics

    Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, specializing in total joint replacement and fracture management. He is a member of the American Medical Association and Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.To schedule an appointment, please call (205) 481-8570.

    Education

    Medical School: University of Alabama 1986
    Internship: Carraway Methodist Medical Center 1986-1987
    Residency: Carraway Methodist Medical Center 1987-1989
    Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine 1989
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    James C. Rains, Jr., MD

    Ophthalmology

    Education

    Medicine School: University of Alabama 1970
    Internship: St. Vincent’s Hospital 1970-1971
    Residency: University of Alabama Eye Foundation 1973-1976
    Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology 1977

    Jason Gamble, MD

    Internal Medicine

    Dr. Gamble is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Alabama, where he also received his Doctor of Medicine. Dr. Gamble completed his internship and residency with Birmingham Baptist Medical Center. With 23 years of experience in the Birmingham area, we are thrilled to welcome him back to the UAB Medical West family.

    Education

    Bachelor of Science in Biology: The University of Alabama
    Doctor of Medicine: The University of Alabama
    Internship and Residency: Birmingham Baptist Medical Center

    Jason L. Rollins, MD

    Pulmonary Medicine

    Education

    Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
    Internship and Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital
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    Jason McKeown, MD

    Anesthesiology
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    Jason Smith, MD

    Emergency Medicine
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    Jason Swanner, MD

    Ophthalmology

    Jason Swanner, MD is from Athens, AL. He received his undergraduate degree from Samford University and his medical degree from the University of South Alabama. He completed his residency with the University of Alabama at Birmingham and his fellowship at Harvard University. Dr. Swanner is board-certified in Ophthalmology.

    Education

    Undergraduate: Samford University – 1994
    Medicine School: University of South Alabama College of Medicine – 1998
    Residency: UAB
    Fellowship: Harvard University

    Jay Fitts, MD

    Orthopedics & Spine Surgery

    Jay Fitts, MD

    Orthopedics & Spine Surgery

    Jeff Simmons, MD

    Anesthesiology

    Jeffery Jones, MD

    Gastroenterology

    Jennifer Riggs, PA

    Hospitalist Services

    Jeremy Clark, CRNP

    Gastroenterology

    Education

    Bachelor of Science: Shorter College
    Master of Science: University of Tennessee
    Master of Science in Nursing: University of Alabama at Birmingham
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    Jeremy Dornier, MD

    Family Medicine

    UAB Medical West is proud to welcome Jeremy Dornier, MD to our team of medical professionals. Dr. Dornier is a board-certified family medicine physician. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a minor in chemistry from Louisiana State University, where he also completed his family medicine residency program and received his Doctor of Medicine degree. Dr. Dornier is thrilled to be joining the Hoover Health Center family and looks forward to serving our patients in May.

    Education

    Louisiana State University: Bachelor of Science degree in Biology / Minor in Chemistry
    Louisiana State University: Doctor of Medicine degree
    Louisiana State University: Family Medicine Residency Program

    Jessica Gill, MD

    Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Jessica Gill, MD

    Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Jessica Gill, MD joined UAB Medical West OB/GYN Health Center in August 2013. Dr. Gill is a native of Foley, AL. She graduated from the University of South Alabama and received her medical degree from St. Matthew’s University. Dr. Gill completed her residency at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, New York.

    In her spare time, Dr. Gill enjoys cooking, running and going to Broadway shows.

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of South Alabama
    Medical School: St. Matthew’s University
    Residency: Richmond University Medical Center

    Jessica Ramos, DO

    Family Medicine

    Dr. Ramos received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry with a minor in Spanish from the University of New Mexico. She then received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Auburn, Alabama. Dr. Ramos is thrilled to be joining the Parkwest Health Center family and looks forward to serving our patients in July.

    Education

    Bachelors: University of New Mexico
    Medicine School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Joanne Rossman, MD

    Oncology

    Joanne Rossman, MD is a native of Crestline, Alabama. Dr. Rossman received her bachelors degree from Georgia Tech. She received her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed her residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital.

    In her spare time, Dr. Rossman enjoys spending time with her husband and pets.

    Education

    Undergraduate: Georgia Tech
    School of Medicine: Medical College of Georgia
    Residency: UAB Hospital
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    Jody Gilstrap, MD

    Family Medicine

    Education

    School of Medicine: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Residency: Self Memorial Hospital, Greenwood, SC

    Jody St. Clair, PA-C

    Vascular Surgery

    Johan Latorre, MD

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Johan Latorre, MD

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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    John Brouillete, MD

    Nephrology

    John R. Brouillete, MD, recieved his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Following, he was Chief Resident and Instructor in Internal Medicine at Baptist Medical Centers Princeton and Montclair. He completed his fellowship in Nephrology at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

    Education

    Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine
    Internship/Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Fellowship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    John O. Issis, MD

    General Surgery

    Education

    Medicine School: University of Alabama 1986
    Internship: Carraway Methodist Medical Center 1986-1988
    Residency: Merida Huron Hospital (1988-1990)
    St. Luke’s Medical Center (1990-1992)
    Certification: American Board of Surgery 1996
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    Jonathan Mize, MD

    Family Medicine

    Dr. Jonathan Mize joined the UAB Medical West Hueytown Health Center in August 2013. Dr. Mize graduated from Auburn University and recieved his medical degree from the University of South Alabama. He completed his internship at Medical Center East in Birmingham. Dr. Mize is board-certified in Family Medicine.

    Education

    Undergraduate: Auburn University
    Medicine School: University of South Alabama
    Internship: Medical Center East in Birmingham, AL

    Jonathan Peters, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Jonathan Peters, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Joseph B. Luttrell, MD

    Gastroenterology

    Dr. Luttrell enjoys golfing, hunting and fishing in his spare time.

    Education

    Undergraduate: Birmingham-Southern College
    Medicine School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
    Internship and Residency: Medical University of South Carolina
    Fellowship: Medical College of Georgia

    Josh Denney, MD

    Emergency Medicine
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    Joshua Koplon, MD

    Emergency Medicine

    Justin Moellinger, MD

    General Surgery

    Education

    Medicine School: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Internship: UAB Hospital
    Residency: UAB Hospital

    Justin R. Hutto, MD

    Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

    Justin R. Hutto, MD

    Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

    Education

    School of Medicine: Southern Illinois University
    Undergraduate School: Union University
    Internship and Residency: UAB School of Medicine
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    Kaira King, MD

    Emergency Medicine

    Kate McConathy, CRNP

    Internal Medicine

    Kate McConathy, CRNP received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the University of Alabama and her Masters in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

    Education

    Bachelors: The University of Alabama
    Masters: University of Alabama, Birmingham

    Kayla Williams, CRNP

    Emergency Medicine

    Keith Do, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Keith Do, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Kelly Petrovics, CRNP

    Family Medicine

    Education

    Bachelors: Samford University
    Doctorate: Samford University

    Kendall Reed, PA-C

    Hospitalist Services

    Kristen Michael, DO

    Family Medicine and Sports Medicine

    Kristen Michael, DO

    Family Medicine and Sports Medicine

    Kristen Michael, DO, is originally from Hoover, AL and is a Family & Sports Medicine physician at the UAB Medical West Parkwest Health Center.

    She received her bachelor’s degree from The University of Southern Mississippi and her medical degree from the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Medicine (UMKC). She completed her family medicine residency with UMKC and will be finishing her sports medicine fellowship this summer. In her spare time, Dr. Michael enjoys skiing, gymnastics, gardening, baking and spending time with her family.

    Education

    Bachelors: The University of Southern Mississippi
    Medicine School: The University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Medicine (UMKC)

    Kristian Gratton, PA-C

    Emergency Medicine

    Education

    Bachelors: Connecticut College
    Masters: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Kyle Singletary, MD

    Hospitalist Services

    Lashaundra Thedford-Adley

    Internal Medicine & Pediatrics

    Lashaundra Thedford-Adley

    Internal Medicine & Pediatrics

    Dr. Lashaundra Thedford-Smith joined the UAB Medical West Hueytown Health Center in September 2018 as an Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Physician. Dr. Thedford-Smith received her undergraduate degree from Berea College in Berea, KY and her masters in Biomedical Sciences from Barry University in Miami, FL. She then received her medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine in Lexington, KY and completed her residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN.

    Education

    Undergraduate: Berea College
    Masters: Barry University
    Medicine School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
    Residency: University of Tennessee Health Science Center

    Lauren Linken, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

    Lauren Linken, MD

    Family Practice & Maternity and Peds
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    Lea Freeman, CRNP

    Internal Medicine

    Lea Freeman recently joined the UAB Medical West Baccus & Baccus Health Center as a Certified Registered Nurse Practicioner. Lea received both her Bachelors of Science in Biology and Nursing as well as her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She completed her residency at UAB Medical West Jerry McLane Internal Medicine. She worked as a Registered Nurse for over seven years in UAB Hospital’s Bone Marrow Transplant and Hematology/Oncology Intensive Care Unit.

    Education

    Bachelor of Science in Biology: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Bachelor of Science in Nursing: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Master of Science in Nursing: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Lindsey B. Whisonant, PA-C

    Hospitalist

    Education

    Bachelor of Science: Auburn University
    Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    M. R. Chambers, MD

    Neurosurgery

    Melissa Rene Chambers, D.V.M., M.D., received her Bachelor of Science from Auburn University. She first received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Auburn University and continued on to recieve her Medical Degree through the University of Alabama School of Medicine. She completed her fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital and her neurosurgical residency at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgeons.

    Education

    Faculty Title: Assistant Professor
    Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine 1995
    Internship: Johns Hopkins Hospital 1995-1996
    Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center 1996-2002

    Clinical Interests

    Dr. Chambers’ clinical interests include all aspects of brain tumor surgery as well as spinal instrumentation.

    MaKayla Chalacoff, PA

    Hospitalist Services

    Manuel Carcelen, MD

    Pulmonary Medicine

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Lagos
    School of Medicine: College of Medicine University of Lagos
    Internship and Residency: Montgomery Family Medicine Residency Program

    Matt Sherer, MD

    Anesthesiology

    Matthew Reed, MD

    General Surgery

    Matthew Reed, MD is a native of Enterprise, Alabama. Dr. Reed graduated from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine. He completed his residency in General Surgery at Baptist Health Systems.

    Education

    School of Medicine: University of South Alabama College of Medicine
    Residency: General Surgery at Baptist Health Systems
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    Mell Duggan, Jr.

    Urology

    Mell L. Duggan, Jr, MD is a native of Augusta, Georgia.Dr. Duggan received his bachelors degree from Washington and Lee University. He received his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital.

    Education

    School of Medicine: UAB School of Medicine
    Residency: UAB Hospital

    Meredith Hoke, CRNP

    Neurosurgery

    Education

    Undergraduate: Auburn University
    Masters: University of Alabama Birmingham

    Michael Burch, MD

    Hospitalist Services

    Michael J. Burch, MD is from Hoover, AL and has joined our medical staff as an Internal Medicine Hospitalist. He received his bachelors degree from the University of Tennessee – Knoxville and his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. He completed his internship, residency and fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Burch is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member if the American College of Physicians.

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Tennessee- Knoxville
    Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center
    Internship/Residency/Fellowship: UAB Hospital
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    Michael Hovater, MD

    Nephrology

    Education

    Undergraduate: Harding University
    Medicine School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
    internship and Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Michael J. Latshaw, MD

    ENT and Otolaryngology

    Education

    Undergraduate: Oklahoma Baptist University
    Medicine School: The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
    Residency: The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine

    Michael Moore, MD

    Internal Medicine

    Dr. Michael A. Moore is the Chief Medical Officer for UAB Medical West and is an Internal Physician at UAB Medical West Primary Care. His clinical interests are in geriatrics, health maintenance and preventive medicine, and post-graduate medical education.

    Education

    School of Medicine: University of Alabama (1980)
    Internship: University of Alabama at Birmingham (1980-1981)
    Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham (1981-1983)
    Chief Medical Resident – Baptist Medical Center, Princeton (1983-1984)
    Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine (1983)
    Fellow of the American College of Physicians
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    Michael Rosemore, DO

    Family Medicine

    Education

    School of Medicine: Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Internship: Southeastern Medical Center
    Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital
    Certification: American Board of Family Practice
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    Michele Postma, MD

    Pulmonary Medicine

    Education

    School of Medicine: University of Iowa
    Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Certification: American Board of Pulmonary Disease and Internal Medicine

    Michelle Tubinis, MD

    Anesthesiology

    Mindy Wilson, CRNP

    Neonatology

    Molly Reeves, CRNP

    Emergency Medicine

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Alabama, Huntsville
    School of Medicine: University of South Alabama
    Internship and Residency: South Alabama Medical Center

    Nilam C. Patel, MD

    Emergency Medicine

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Medicine School: University of South Alabama College of Medicine
    Residency and Internship: Department of Emergency Medicine University of Texas Health Science Center

    Olga Belotserkovskaya, MD

    Psychiatry
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    Pamela James, CRNP

    Oncology

    Education

    Bachelors: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Masters: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Patrick Hussey, MD

    Anesthesiology

    Patrick Rowan, MD

    Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

    Patrick Rowan, MD

    Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

    Dr. Patrick Rowan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He received his undergraduate degree from Birmingham-Southern College and his medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. Dr. Rowan completed his orthopedic surgery residency at The University of Missouri and his sports medicine fellowship with Andrews Research and Education Foundation in Gulf Breeze, Florida.

    Education

    Medicine School: The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine
    Residency: The University of Missouri

    R. David Agee, II, DPM

    Podiatry

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Alabama, Huntsville
    School of Medicine: University of South Alabama
    Internship and Residency: South Alabama Medical Center

    R. Scott McCord, MD

    Vascular Surgery

    Education

    Medicine School: University of Tennessee 1989
    Internship: University of Tennessee 1989-1990
    Residency: University of Tennessee 1990-1994
    Certifications: American Board of General Surgery
    American Board of Vascular Surgery

    Rasa K. Miller, MD

    Family Medicine

    Education

    Medicine School: Kaunas University of Medicine
    Internship: UAB Hospital
    Certification: American Board of Family Physicians

    Raymond Workman, MD

    Cardiology

    Education

    Medicine School: Bowman Gray School of Medicine of Wake Forest University
    Residency and Internship: Baylor College of Medicine

    Rebecca Horst, PA-C

    Vascular Surgery
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    Richard Gilliland, MD

    ENT/ Otolaryngology

    Education

    School of Medicine: University of Alabama 1983
    Internship: Carraway Methodist Medical Center 1983-1985
    Residency: State University of New York at Buffalo 1985-1988
    Certifications: American Board of Otolaryngology 1988

    Richard S. Stephen, MD

    Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Dr. Richard Stephen received his medical degree from the University of Alabama. He completed his internship and residency at Carraway Methodist Medical Center. Dr. Stephen has over 35 years of OB/GYN experience and is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

    Education

    Medicine School: University of Alabama 1985
    Internship: Carraway Methodist Medical Center 1985-1986
    Residency: Carraway Methodist Medical Center 1986-1989
    Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology 1996

    Rick Player, MD

    Internal & Pulmonary Medicine

    Rick Player, MD

    Internal & Pulmonary Medicine

    Rick Player, MD is originally from Sylacauga, AL and received his medical degree from the University of South Alabama in Mobile. He completed his internship, residency and fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

    Education

    School of Medicine: University of South Alabama
    Internship, Residency and Fellowship: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    Robert D. Kachelhofer, MD

    Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

    Robert D. Kachelhofer, MD

    Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

    In his spare time, Dr. Kachelhofer enjoys traveling, photography, hiking, and spending time with his family.

    Education

    Internship: Baptist Health Systems
    Residency: University Hospital
    Fellowship: University Hospital
    Clinical Interests: Musculoskeletal radiology, pain management, and CT guided intervention

    Robert Hope, DPM

    Podiatry
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    Roman Brantley, MD

    Nephrology

    Roman R. Brantley, Jr., MD, received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Birmingham Southern College and his medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

    Education

    Medical School: University of Alabama 1987
    Internship: Charity Hospital (New Orleans) 1987-1988
    Residency: Charity Hospital, Tulane Division 1988-1991

    Ronald Agee, DPM

    Podiatry

    Ronald Agee, DPM, has been practicing podiatric medicine for 25 years. He has been affiliated with UAB Medical West Hospital for 19 years and continues to provide excellence in preventative and palliative foot care. He enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing, and herding in his spare time.

    Education

    Undergraduate: Talladega College
    Medical School: Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine
    Residency: Foot Surgery and Foot Orthopedic Norfolk, VA

    Roxana Carcelen, MD

    Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine
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    Roxana Carcelen, MD

    Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Lagos
    School of Medicine: College of Medicine University of Lagos
    Internship and Residency: Montgomery Family Medicine Residency Program

    Rupa Kitchens, MD

    Urology

    In her spare time, Dr. Kothandapani enjoys traveling, reading, and playing the violin and piano

    Education

    Medicine School: University of South Alabama
    Internship and Residency: University of Cincinatti
    Clinical Interests: General and Female Urology, Oncology, and Stone Disease

    Sadri Avsar, MD

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Sadri Avsar, MD

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Sally M. Ebaugh, MD

    Family Medicine

    Sally Ebaugh, M.D., recieved her Bachelor of Arts in English and Chemistry from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She then received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, as well. She continued her education and received her Juris Doctor degree from Birmingham School of Law, and her medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine. She completed her residency through Medical Center East Family Practice.

    Here at UAB Medical West Hospital, she is a part of the Pharmacology and Therapeutics Committee, the Hospital Ethics Committee, the Medical Education Committee, and is Chairman of the Family Practice and Emergency Medicine Department. She is married to Kenneth Ebaugh and has one daughter, Lulie.

    Education

    School of Medicine: University of Alabama School of Medicine
    Residency: Medical Center East
    Board Certifications: American Academy of Family Practice
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    Sam Herring, MD

    Emergency Medicine

    Education

    Undergraduate: Auburn University
    Medicine School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
    Residency: UAB Hospital
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    Sara Dabbs, CRNP

    Emergency Medicine

    Education

    Bachelors of Science in Nursing: University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Master of Science in Nursing: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Sarah Pugliese, CRNP

    Emergency Medicine

    Scott Margolies, MD

    Anesthesiology

    Scott Seibert, MD

    Orthopedics

    Dr. Scott Seibert received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine. He completed his residency with the San Francisco Orthopaedic Residency Program. Dr. Seibert is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and joined the Medical Staff at UAB Medical West in January of 2022.

    His areas of expertise include: General Orthopedic Surgery; Arthroplasty of the Knee and Hip; Treatment of Complex Muscoloskeletal Trauma and Damage Control Orthopedics; and Arthroscopic Surgery of the Shoulder and Knee, Treatment of Hand, Pediatric and Foot/Ankle Pathology.

    Education

    Undergraduate: Cornell University
    Medicine School: University of California, Irvine School of Medicine
    Residency: San Francisco Orthopaedic Residency Program

    Stewart Pierson, DPM

    Podiatry
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    Sunil Goli, MD

    Sleep Medicine

    Education

    Medical School: Gandhi Medical College
    Residency: University of Oklahoma
    Fellowship: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Tameka Lee Sanders, DPM

    Podiatry

    Teddy Childers, PA-C

    Hospitalist Services

    Education

    Undergraduate: University of Lagos
    School of Medicine: College of Medicine University of Lagos
    Internship and Residency: Montgomery Family Medicine Residency Program

    Thomas C. Pendleton, MD

    Internal Medicine

    Education

    Medicine School: University of Alabama 1984
    Internship: Medical College of Georgia 1984-1985
    Residency: Medical College of Georgia 1985-1987
    Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine 1987

    Tiffany Martin, MD

    Hospitalist Services
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    Tina Lubsen, AuD

    Audiology

    Tyler Beavers, MD

    Hospitalist Services
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    V. Michael Bivins, MD

    Urology

    A native of Brundidge, Ala., Dr. Bivins earned his bachelor’s degree in microbiology from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa and attended medical school at UAB. He has had extensive postgraduate training with a concentration in urological cancers at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tenn., the University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City and the University of Washington in Seattle. In his free time, Dr. Bivins enjoys jogging and yoga as well as reading and cooking. Dr. Bivins is excited about returning to his home state and looks forward to sharing his knowledge of urology and prostate cancer with UAB Medical West patients and the community.

    Education

    Medical School: University of Alabama at Birmingham 1996
    Internship: Vanderbilt University 1996-1997
    Residency: University of Oklahoma 1997-2001
    Fellowship: University of Washington 2001-2002

    Vernon Horst, MD

    Vascular Surgery

    Wiley Livington, MD

    Internal Medicine

    William S. Fonbah, MD

    Cardiology

    Dr. William Fonbah joined UAB Medical West in 2011. He went to medical school and completed his internship, residency and fellowship at University of Alabama at Birmingham. In his spare time, Dr. Fonbah enjoys fishing, soccer and football.

    Education

    School of Medicine: UAB- completed in 2005
    Internship and Residency: UAB- completed in 2008
    Fellowship: UAB- completed in 2011

    Clinical Interests

    International Medicine

    Willie Gilford, MD

    Emergency Medicine

    Willie L. Gilford, Jr., M.D., received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Dillard University in New Orleans, Louisiana. He then received his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee. He completed his Emergency Medicine Residency Program at the King/Drew Medical Center in Los Angeles, California.

    Education

    Undergraduate: Dillard University, New Orleans, LA
    Medical School: Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN
    Residency: King/Drew Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

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