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Adams, Ashley, CRNP

Psychiatry

Education

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

Agee, R. David, II, DPM

Podiatry

Education

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

Agee, Ronald, 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

Andrews, Ashley, MD

Hospitalist Services

Avsar, Sadri, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Avsar, Sadri, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Beavers, Tyler, MD

Hospitalist Services

Belotserkovskaya, Olga, MD

Psychiatry
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Bivins, V. Michael, 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

Blaudeau, Francois, 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
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Boler, Ashley, 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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Brantley, Roman, 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
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Brouillete, John, 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

Brown, Cynthia, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Brown, Cynthia, 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

Burch, Michael, 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

Carcelen, Manuel, 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

Carcelen, Roxana, MD

Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine
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Carcelen, Roxana, 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
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Chaicharncheep, Beatrice, 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

Chalacoff, MaKayla, PA

Hospitalist Services

Chambers, M. R., 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.

Childers, Teddy, 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

Clark, Jeremy, CRNP

Gastroenterology

Education

Bachelor of Science: Shorter College
Master of Science: University of Tennessee
Master of Science in Nursing: University of Alabama at Birmingham

Clay, Eva, MD

Hospitalist

Collins, Carmen, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Collins, Carmen, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Colorado, Dale, DO, MPH

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Colorado, Dale, DO, MPH

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Curtis, J. Dory, 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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Dabbs, Sara, CRNP

Emergency Medicine

Education

Bachelors of Science in Nursing: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Master of Science in Nursing: University of Alabama at Birmingham
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Denham, Amanda, MD

Pulmonary Medicine

Education

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

Denney, David P., 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

Denney, Josh, MD

Emergency Medicine

Do, Keith, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Do, Keith, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Doppalapudi, Harini Ganga, 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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Dornier, Jeremy, 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

Dueffer, Heinz, 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
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Duggan, Mell, 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

Dye, Geoffrey, DPM

Wound Care

Education

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

Ebaugh, Sally M., 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

Fitts, Jay, MD

Orthopedics & Spine Surgery

Fitts, Jay, MD

Orthopedics & Spine Surgery

Fonbah, William S., 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

Franklin, Christy, PA

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Franklin, Christy, PA

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Freeman, Lea, CRNP

Family 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

Fryrear, Carleigh, 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

Fuller, David M., 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

Gamble, Jason, 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

Gilford, Willie, 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

Gill, Jessica, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Gill, Jessica, 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
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Gilliland, Richard, 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
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Gilstrap, Allyson, MD

Family Medicine

Education

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

Family Medicine

Education

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

Sleep Medicine

Education

Medical School: Gandhi Medical College
Residency: University of Oklahoma
Fellowship: University of Alabama at Birmingham
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Goodman, Brad, MD

Pain Management

Education

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

Gratton, Kristian, PA-C

Emergency Medicine

Education

Bachelors: Connecticut College
Masters: University of Alabama at Birmingham

Gray, Clark, 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
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Harris, Cedric, 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

Haverstock, Brent, DPM

Podiatry & Wound Care

Dr. Brent Haverstock is a board-certified podiatric surgeon who received fellowship training in diabetic foot complications and amputation prevention. He also provides nonoperative and operative care of foot and ankle disorders.

Education

Medicine School: Des Moines University
Residency:Deaconess Central Hospital, St. Louis
Fellowship:Broadlawns Medical Center, Des Moines
Western Pennsylvania Hospital, Pittsburgh
Certifications:American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery
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Herring, Sam, MD

Emergency Medicine

Education

Undergraduate: Auburn University
Medicine School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Residency: UAB Hospital

Hicks, Casey, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Hicks, Casey, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Hoke, Meredith, CRNP

Neurosurgery

Education

Undergraduate: Auburn University
Masters: University of Alabama Birmingham

Hope, Robert, DPM

Podiatry

Horst, Rebecca, PA-C

Vascular Surgery

Horst, Vernon, MD

Vascular Surgery
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Hovater, Michael, MD

Nephrology

Education

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

Hubbard, Brandi, 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

Hussey, Hanna, MD

Anesthesiology

Hussey, Patrick, MD

Anesthesiology

Hutto, Justin R., MD

Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

Hutto, Justin R., MD

Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

Education

School of Medicine: Southern Illinois University
Undergraduate School: Union University
Internship and Residency: UAB School of Medicine

Issis-Banuelos, Courtney, CRNP

Internal Medicine

Issis, John O., 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

Jones, Jeffery, MD

Gastroenterology

Kachelhofer, Robert D., MD

Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

Kachelhofer, Robert D., 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

King, Kaira, MD

Emergency Medicine

Kitchens, Rupa, 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
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Koplon, Joshua, MD

Emergency Medicine

Latorre, Johan, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Latorre, Johan, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Latshaw, Michael J., 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

Linken, Lauren, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Linken, Lauren, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Livington, Wiley, MD

Internal Medicine

Lopes, Christian, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Lopes, Christian, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds
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Lubsen, Tina, AuD

Audiology

Luttrell, Joseph B., 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

Margolies, Scott, MD

Anesthesiology

Martin, Tiffany, MD

Hospitalist Services

McConathy, Kate, 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

McCord, R. Scott, 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

McIntosh, Britta, CRNP

Hospitalist Services
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McKeown, Jason, MD

Anesthesiology

Michael, Kristen, DO

Family Medicine and Sports Medicine

Michael, Kristen, 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)

Miller, Rasa K., MD

Family Medicine

Education

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

Mobley, David M., CRNP

Hospitalist Services

Education

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

Moellinger, Justin, MD

General Surgery

Education

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

Mollengarden, Gary A., 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

Moore, Bonnie, CRNP

Family Medicine

Education

Bachelors: Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Masters: LaRoche College

Moore, Michael, 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

Moss, Alyx, PA

Hospitalist Services

Moss, Alyx, PA

Hospitalist Services

Nevels, Charles, MD

Geriatric Psychiatry

Education

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

Patel, Nilam C., 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

Patterson, Derek A., 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

Paul, Christopher, MD

Pain Management

Pendleton,Thomas C., 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
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Penkava, Carson, 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

Peters, Jonathan, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Peters, Jonathan, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Petrovics, Kelly, CRNP

Family Medicine

Education

Bachelors: Samford University
Doctorate: Samford University
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Pierce, Albert, MD

Anesthesiology

Pierson, Stewart, DPM

Podiatry

Player, Rick, MD

Internal & Pulmonary Medicine

Player, Rick, 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

Posey, Andrew, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds

Posey, Andrew, MD

Family Practice & Maternity and Peds
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Postma, Michele, 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

Powell, Erika, CRNP

Neonatal

Pugliese, Sarah, CRNP

Emergency Medicine

Racine, Christopher, MD

Anesthesiology
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Rains, James C., 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

Ramos, Jessica, 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

Reed, Kendall, PA-C

Hospitalist Services

Reed, Matthew, 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

Reeves, Molly, CRNP

Emergency Medicine

Education

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

Riggs, Jennifer, PA

Hospitalist Services

Rollins, Jason L., 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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Rosemore, Michael, 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

Rossman, Joanne, 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

Rowan, Patrick, MD

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Rowan, Patrick, MD

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Dr. Patrick Rowan is an 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
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Russell, Chantel, CRNP

Cardiology

Education

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

Sanders, Tameka Lee, DPM

Podiatry

Schwartz, Brandon, MD

Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

Schwartz, Brandon, MD

Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

Seibert, Scott, 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

Sherer, Matt, MD

Anesthesiology

Shirey, Andrea M., MD

Internal Medicine

Education

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

Simmons, Jeff, MD

Anesthesiology

Singletary, Kyle, MD

Hospitalist Services
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Smith, Jason, MD

Emergency Medicine
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Sodhi, Harveen, 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

St. Clair, Jody, PA-C

Vascular Surgery

Stephen, Richard S., 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
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Swanner, Jason, 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

Thedford-Adley, Lashaundra, MD

Internal Medicine & Pediatrics

Thedford-Adley, Lashaundra, MD

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

Tisdale, Brandon, MD

Hospitalist Services

Tubinis, Michelle, MD

Anesthesiology

Vasha, Erika Issis, 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

Wells, Brian, 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

Whisonant, Lindsey B., PA-C

Hospitalist

Education

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

Williams, Kayla, CRNP

Emergency Medicine

Wilson, Breezy, 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

Wilson, Mindy, CRNP

Neonatology

Workman, Raymond, MD

Cardiology

Education

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

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