Meet the Doctor & Healthcare Professionals 2022 by The Oxford Eagle

MEET THE

DOCTORS & HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS OXFORD

A PUBLICATION OF THE OXFORD EAGLE - OCT 2022

Stephanie Barrett, FNP-BC Oxford Urgent Care What is your area of practice? Family Practice - Urgent Care

Years in practice? 26 years as a RN, 20 years as an FNP

Where did you attend medical school? I attended The University of Mississippi Medical Center for my Bachelors of Science in and Mississippi University for Women for my Masters of Science in Nursing degree.

When it comes to health, what one thing do you wish patients knew? I truly love my profession and my job, and I What is the biggest health issue you see in am blessed to love what I do. Patients need to Oxford? Lack of mental health and counseling always be an advocate or have an advocate for resources for every age group in our area. their healthcare.

Tracy Smiley FNP-BC Oxford Urgent Care What is your area of practice? Urgent Care Where did you attend medical school? Delta State University-Masters Degree Years in practice? 15

When it comes to health, what one thing do you wish patients knew? My go-to statement is always… “the most natural way is the best way!” God gave us all What do your patients say about their we need in nature… make good food choices, experience with you as their doctor? I think they would say I’m extremely drink mostly water & get plenty of physical personable. activity for a long healthy life!

Holly Armstrong, FNP Oxford Urgent Care What is your area of practice? Family NP Where did you attend medical school? Mississippi University for Women Years in practice? 17

What does practicing urgent care mean to you? I enjoy taking care of my patients and seeing them when they come to the clinic. We have a wonderful patient population and I really When it comes to health, what one thing enjoy taking care of the students, some who may not have a mom here in town or have do you wish patients knew? That we are learning everyday and we aren’t even been to the clinic alone before. Getting to experts but we are trying to take the best care know them during their time here is great. of them we possibly can.

1929 UNIVERSITY AVE • OXFORD 662-337-8015

Mindy Lafayette, FNP Oxford Urgent Care blood, and administer medications. We What drew you to practice healthcare? I wanted to make a difference in the lives really strive to get our patients in and out without sacrificing the quality of care. of others. How does your staff work together for patient care? We are a team with the same goal—to provide high-quality, cost-efficient, compassionate care to those we serve. During this season, you may see the providers triage, collect specimens, draw

How do you enjoy time outside of work? reading evidenced based magazines, Outside of work, I enjoy spending time journals and articles that are pertinent to illnesses/injuries that I treat. Staying up to with my family and running. date with current trends/guidelines/ What do you do to stay at the top of treatments ensure I’m providing the best care to my patients. your field? Attending conferences/classes as well as

405 N MAIN ST • WATER VALLEY, MS 662-714-4460

Kimberly L. Webb, DO Webb Family Medical Clinic

What is your area of practice? Family Medicine Where did you attend medical school? Kansas City University of Biomedical Sciences Years in practice? 20 How did you decide to become a doctor? I grew up in a small town in the Mississippi Delta, Louise, and I have always wanted to take care of my neighbors. I had a wonderful family doctor, Dr. Mack Gorton, that took care of my entire family. I have always been inspired by him.

How did you decide to practice in Oxford? I went to school at Ole Miss, so my love for Oxford and Ole Miss is great. It was never a tough decision to move to Oxford. I am a huge Ole Miss sports fan.

405 N MAIN ST • WATER VALLEY, MS 662-714-4460

Cooper Terry, MD Oxford Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Health care area of practice? Orthopaedic Surgery What drew you to practice healthcare? My father was a surgeon. I basically fell in love with orthopaedic surgery during medical school.

What do you do to stay at the top of your field? I do 40 hours of Continuing Medical Education every 2 years. I also read orthopaedic journals, attend medical The most rewarding part of my day is meetings and consult with colleagues on … Seeing a patient back in clinic after a difficult cases successful surgery.

Daniel Boyd, MD Oxford Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Health care area of practice ? Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement Specialist What drew you to practice healthcare? As a former collegiate football player, I was exposed to many injuries to myself and my teammates. Orthopaedic surgery and sports

medicine became a natural fit as I enjoyed the process of learning how to return people to their normal lifestyles as quickly as possible. The most rewarding part of my day is … The most rewarding part of my day is getting a call or text from my daughter or seeing my son. The second most rewarding

part is seeing one of my patients regain their momentum after an injury. I love seeing my patients back in action whether it be scoring on the field or chasing their grandchildren.

Kurre Luber, MD Oxford Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Health care area of practice? Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine

The most rewarding part of my day is observing patients resume their normal day to day life and activity level. My patients display such happiness from feeling better that it gives me great joy.

What drew you to practice healthcare? I grew up in a small town and admired the two physicians in our community. The care they gave me influenced me to choose What do you do to stay at the top of your field? healthcare as my profession. I am a member of and hold leadership positions in multiple orthopedic societies. The most rewarding part of my day is …

I read articles and attend annual meetings. I collaborate a great deal with my peers and other team physicians around the country on a weekly and even daily basis. This helps me stay on top of my game.

497 AZALEA DR SUITE 102 • OXFORD, MS • 662-513-2000 WWW.OXFORDORTHO.ORG

Ben Burch, MD Oxford Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine What is your area of practice? I’m a spine surgeon practicing at Oxford Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine

working with my hands and being able to help people find solutions to their pain and injuries.

What drew you to practice healthcare? I originally was drawn to medicine due to my interest in science and medical research. As I progressed through my training, I became more interested in

The most rewarding part of my day is … Seeing patients and getting to know them on a personal level. I really enjoy watching them become pain free and

return to the activities they love. Seeing patients back in clinic after surgery is always a pleasure, watching them make progress and meet their goals.

Hunter Haley, MD Sports Medicine What drew you to practice healthcare? I was first drawn to medicine at a young age while having several close family members with medical problems. As I completed my college coursework and shadowed local physicians. I realized that medicine was a great way to have a rewarding career while give back to your community.

How does your staff work together for patient care? Our staff works as a team to provide the best patient care. We remain in close contact get back to their activities as soon and safely with athletic trainers and physical therapists as possible. to ensure patients are seen quickly, their recovery plan is executed, and our patients

NURSE PRACTITIONERS

Chloe Lloyd FNP-C

Beth Norris FNP-BC

PHYSICIAN’S ASSISTANTS

Anna Burns PA-C, ATC

Katie Storm PA-C

497 AZALEA DR SUITE 102 • OXFORD, MS • 662-513-2000 WWW.OXFORDORTHO.ORG

Dr. Ryan Wally

Dr. William Strickland, OD

Oxford Eye Clinic & Optical, PLLC

What is your area of practice? (specialties) Optometry

Name and health care area of practice (specialty) Primary Care Optometry, Contact Lenses

Where did you attend optometry school? University of Alabama at Birmingham When it comes to health, what one thing do you wish patients knew? Annual eye examinations are critical to maintaining good vision and eye health. Systemic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure are often first noticed during an eye examination.

What do patients say about you? Patients are happy that I take the time to explain their eye conditions with them and that I truly care for their well-being.

healthcare? I have required vision correction since I was in the 3rd grade. It was important to me to go into a field where I understood how it felt to be a patient. Optometry has been a perfect fit!

What drew you to practice

The most rewarding part of my day is … Watching the smiles when patients see their world with clear, comfortable vision.

Practice, study and research! I practice at the top of my training including laser surgery and eye diseases treatment.

How does your staff work together for patient care? We treat each patient with What do you do to stay at the respect, dignity and love. It is top of your field? our culture.

2167 SOUTH LAMAR BLVD • OXFORD, MS • 662-234-6683 • VISIONSOURCE-OXFORDEYECLINIC.COM

Tina Bryan OrthoXpress What is your area of practice? Family

Nurse

Practitioner

with

Orthopedic Speciality and friends. Where did you attend medical school? Kaplan University

How did you decide to practice in Oxford?

Years in practice?

I have lived in Oxford since birth. This is

my home and I enjoy caring and treating for the residents of Oxford, Lafayette

What is your favorite thing to do County and the surrounding communities. outside of working with patients. I enjoy camping with family and friends. I also enjoy riding motorcycles with my Christian Motorcycle Association family

How did you decide to become a doctor? I decided to become a Nurse Practitioner

because of my ability to help people. When it comes to health, what one thing do you wish patients knew? The choice to remain active and a proper diet will help with their overall health.

1200 OFFICE PARK DR • OXFORD, MS 38655 • (662) 362-8250

Shelly Alamry, DNP, MSN, FNP-C Family Nurse Practitioner

What is your area of practice? Family Nurse Practitioner What drew you to practice healthcare? I was a nurse for apprx. 12 years before pursuing my Master’s and Doctorate. I’ve watched the ethics in the healthcare system change over the years. Instead of wishing for change, I wanted to be part of the reason things

changed—better

outcomes

for

patients,

healthcare better

ethical

behavior from and towards healthcare professionals.

Patients

and

healthcare

professionals deserve better.

The most rewarding part of my day is … Hearing thank you from patient(s) who were once told their wound would never heal, amputation was the only option left, and seeing the progress in healing. Also being reminded from my family medicine patients how thankful they are to have

options, and allowing them to be a part of their healthcare decisions.

someone who listens and takes time to educate them on their disease, treatment

2706 W OXFORD LOOP STE 103 • OXFORD, MS • (662) 380-5445

Chandler Dalton, FNP-BC Health and Wellness

What drew you to practice healthcare? The most rewarding part of my day is when I make a difference in a patient’s care. Being able to see a patient’s life change because I took the time to educate and care for them is what makes my job worth doing! How do you enjoy time outside of work? My favorite past time is spending time with my husband and 2-year daughter. I also like to read and socialize with friends. What do you do to stay at the top of and researching online about Vitamins and your field? Antioxidants. I also attend classes and I am constantly reading journal articles workshops to help advance my education.

How does your staff work together for patient care? We work together by each knowing our individual role in the clinic to help it flow efficiently. We utilize adequate communication and work together as a team.

1801 JACKSON AVENUE WEST SUITE B104. • OXFORD, MS • (662) 380-5598

Leslie Sheffield, FNP-C Oxford Health Care Associates, North Mississippi Primary Health Care What is your area of practice? Family/primary care Where did you attend medical school? Texas State University Years in practice? 7 years Wish patients knew I wish people in our community were aware of resources available to them to help with their physical and mental health. What does practicing mean to you? It means the opportunity to truly be a part of someone’s life, whether they are seeking help during atime of health or illness. It is an honor as a provider to be able to build relationships with people and families.. What is the Biggest health issue in Oxford? I have witnessed two main health issues in Oxford. The first is individuals not being aware of some wonderful resources to obtain medical care and medications in an affordable way to keep their chronic and acute medical issues well controlled. The second issue is access to mental health services in an affordable way and with seeing the same psych provider consistently with each visit. With both of these issues, Oxford Health Care Associates is able to assist.

2716 WEST OXFORD LOOP • OXFORD, MS 38655 • 662-715-3335

Cal Adams, MD Specialty Orthopedic Group What is your area of practice? Foot and Ankle The most rewarding part of my day is… When I can help a patient with a difficult problem. They may have been to several other providers and left without any answers as to what is going on. I enjoy being able to work through the problem with the patient and helping them get back on track.

How does your staff work together for patient care? We take the time to listen to the patient. By each staff member listening to the patient and working together as a team I feel we are able to accurately come up with a diagnosis do you wish patients knew? and a treatment plan that is tailored to each There are many foot and ankle conditions individual patient. that can be treated without surgery. Also,there are many new techniques we are When it comes to health, what one thing using to treat foot and ankle conditions.

Tyler Marks, MD Specialty Orthopedic Group What is your area of practice? Hand, Wrist and Elbow

We are blessed with the best staff that ensures patients are treated with the utmost compassion combined with efficiency as How do you enjoy time outside of work? possible. Our staff continually goes above I enjoy spending as much time as I can with and beyond what is required of them to negatively affects many people. While I have my wife and three children. Additionally, I make sure our patients’ needs are met. seen many of my patients suffer from this enjoy fishing and duck hunting. What is the biggest health issue you see disease, there are several conservative and surgical approaches to manage and ease How does your staff work together for in Oxford? Osteoarthritis is a prevalent issue that pain. patient care?

Ryves Moore, MD Specialty Orthopedic Group What is your area of practice? Sports Medicine

I keep updated with the new research that comes out within orthopedics to give my patients the best and most current treatment How do you enjoy time outside of work? options available. I also give lectures to I enjoy spending time with my wife and other healthcare providers on sports Warm-up. Stretch. Don’t play more than three daughters, as well as Ole Miss sports, medicine topics, which keeps me updated one competitive sport during the same on the most current techniques. traveling, and hunting. season and let your body rest and recover. What do you do to stay at the top of What is the advice you give patients the most when it comes to preventive care? your field?

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Phillip Sandifer, MD Specialty Orthopedic Group What is your area of practice? Hip, Knee, and Total Joint

How do you enjoy time outside of work? I enjoy spending time with my family, Ole Miss sports, cooking, and traveling.

The most rewarding part of my day is…. Seeing patients back in clinic who are doing well following a successful hip or knee operation.

What

does

practicing

orthopedic help my patients regain independence and

medicine mean to you?

mobility.

I enjoy the opportunity that specializing in hip and knee arthroplasty affords me to

Rowland Roberson, MD Specialty Orthopedic Group What is your area of practice? Hip, Knee, and Total Joint How do you enjoy time outside of work? The majority of my time outside of work is spent with my awesome wife, Ann, and our wonderful three daughters Lillie, Rainey, and Virginia. We love to travel when we can. We also enjoy watching our girls play sports. I also have what my wife calls an addiction

to turkey hunting… How does your staff work together for patient care? I would venture to say that one of the most common compliments I receive from my patients is about our clinical staff. I repeatedly hear praise for our staff and how friendly and helpful they are from our patients. We strive for that culture and

consistency. When it comes to health, what one thing do you wish patients knew? That hip and knee replacement has improved significantly over the last decade for the entire patient experience.

Miranda Bennett, FNP-C Specialty Orthopedic Group What is your area of practice? Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner What drew you to practice healthcare? I love to help people and wanted to make a difference in people’s lives. How do you spend time outside of

work? With my husband and our three children, mostly at their sporting events! What does practicing orthopedics mean Whether it’s accidents, sports injuries, or aging joints, I have the opportunity to to you? Practicing orthopedics, I am able to meet and treat patients in all walks of life. work with patients of all age groups.

100 BAPTIST MEMORIAL CIRCLE STE 330 • OXFORD, MS 662-767-4200 • SOGMS.COM

Terri Gillespie, FNP-C Specialty Orthopedic Group What does practicing orthopedics mean to you? Our patients are my passion, and returning them to their baseline is my goal, The most rewarding part of my day is … whether through injections for arthritis, I enjoy being able to treat arthritic casting for fractures, or establishing a patients. It’s awesome to see patients return personalized treatment plan. I’m particularly with minimal pain, if any, after conservative interested in Dupuytren’s Contracture, a and surgical treatments. genetic condition my father suffers from. What is your area of practice? Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner

The injections for this condition, administered by our hand specialist, Dr. Tyler Marks, aid in reversing the contractures, which helps the patient have more mobility and use of their hands.

Katie Soldevila, FNP-C Specialty Orthopedic Group What is your area of practice? Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner The most rewarding part of my day is… Hearing my patient’s excitement when they are able to resume the activities that they enjoy.

How do you enjoy time outside of work? Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our three sons at their various sporting events, attending Ole Miss games, exercising, and spending time outdoors.

Practicing orthopedics means helping patients return to the activities they enjoy doing and being able to do those activities What does practicing orthopedics mean with less pain and limitations. to you?

Chase Crumpton, PA-C Specialty Orthopedic Group How do you enjoy time outside of work? Outside of work, my greatest joy is spending time with my family. I also enjoy being outside, whether that means What drew you to practice healthcare? I was drawn to healthcare primarily exercising, hunting, or working in the yard. hearing that their pain has improved and that they are able to get back to doing what because I enjoy getting to know patients and they enjoy most because of an injection or subsequently enjoy helping those achieve a The most rewarding part of my day is… Seeing a patient back in the office and surgery that we performed. better quality of life. What is your area of practice? Orthopedic Physician Assistant

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Matthew Garner, PA-C Specialty Orthopedic Group What drew you to practice healthcare? While in high school, I decided to pursue a career in healthcare because I wanted to do something that challenged me, and I liked the idea of helping others. I learned about the role of physician assistants while in college and was fortunate enough to be in the first graduating class of physician

assistants in Mississippi. The most rewarding part of my day is … Knowing I made someone’s day better by What do you do to stay at the top of alleviating their pain and improving their your field? Practice. Practice. Practice. They call it quality of life. Also, when I get to go to bed “practicing” medicine for a reason. before 10 PM.

Ashley Roberson, PA-C Specialty Orthopedic Group What is your area of practice? Orthopedic Physician Assistant The most rewarding part of my day is… Having the time to listen and build rapport with my patients as well as being able to help them recover from whatever injury they have.

How do you enjoy time outside of work? I love running, playing tennis, and where they serve our community. Their traveling any chance I get! servant leadership example, paired with my love of science and medicine, made What drew you to practice healthcare? The reason I chose to practice healthcare healthcare the perfect field for me. is because both of my parents work in fields

100 BAPTIST MEMORIAL CIRCLE STE 330 • OXFORD, MS 662-767-4200 • SOGMS.COM

Carter Clayton General Dentistry Where did you attend medical school? University of Mississippi School of Dentistry What is your favorite thing to do outside of working with patients. I love spending time with friends and family, whether it is playing golf, going to sporting

events, or traveling with my wife. How did you decide to practice in Oxford? I’ve felt a special bond to Oxford since my years in undergrad at Ole Miss, and I always knew one day I would want to move back to practice in this town and serve our and live here. I feel very fortunate to be able community.

Alison Ross General Dentistry Where did you attend medical school? University of Mississippi School of Dentistry

I love helping my patients find a reason to smile again, whether it’s relieving pain, achieving better esthetics, or simply lending a listening ear.

Years in practice? 11 years

What is the advice you give patients the most when it comes to preventive care? and you only have to floss the ones you want Don’t ever skip that nighttime brushing to keep! How did you decide to become a doctor?

Andrew Ross General Dentistry Where did you attend medical school? University of Mississippi School of Dentistry

Oxford? Oxford is home to me and I love serving the community I grew up in.

What do your patients say about their experience with you as their doctor? I think patients find me relatable with fun, but also build personal relationships How did you decide to practice in common sense. I like to laugh and have and trust, too. Years in practice? 13 years

2710 WEST OXFORD LOOP • OXFORD, MS 38655 662-234-2722

Martha Catlette Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Most clients that I see are experiencing excessive stress and anxiety. They have developed a chronic, low level stress response that their body and mind has Where did you attend medical school? become accustomed to. They then start to University of Alabama (PhD) and have physical problems that often lead to University of South Alabama (nurse chronic illnesses if they do not learn ways to manage the stress and anxiety. practitioner) What is your area of practice? Psychiatric/Mental Health Practitioner

Nurse

When it comes to health, what one thing do you wish patients knew? I try to help my clients understood that their health is their own responsibility, and that no practitioner will have all the answers. The answers are unique for each client and if they do not take charge of their own health, no one else can do it for them.

What is your favorite thing to do outside of working with patients. Spending time with my family!

How did you decide to become a doctor? I retired from nursing education administration in 2014 and I wanted to practice on the front line of care. Psychiatric mental health has always been What does practicing __________(your my area of interest. field of medicine) mean to you? I strive to practice holistically and How did you decide to practice in consider each client as an individual. The Oxford? My husband and I had lived in the delta plan of care we decide on is a team effort and considers all aspects of care-body, all our lives. We decided to relocate to Oxford in 2021 to be closer to family. I mind, and spirit. also saw moving as an opportunity to grow What is the biggest health issue you my private practice. see in Oxford?

What is the advice you give patients the most when it comes to preventive care? Only you know what is best for you. Seek professional advice as needed but get in touch with how you feel about your wellbeing and do what is best for you. What do your patients say about their experience with you as their doctor? Most of my patients say that they like that I practice holistically and that I take the time needed to find a way to help them as well as help them help themselves.

2716 WEST OXFORD LOOP • OXFORD, MS 38655 • 662-715-3335

Dr. Winn Walcott, MD Mississippi Asthma and Allergy Clinic

What is your area of practice? Asthma, Allergy, Immunology When did you attend medical school? The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS What is the biggest health issue you see in Oxford? The biggest health issue from our field’s standpoint is the high pollen burden that is seen in the spring and fall which leads to flares of allergic rhinitis and asthma symptoms along with high humidity which leads to a significant prevalence house dust mites, which leads to daily rhinitis symptoms

including my three granddaughters, one of which lives in Oxford. What is the advice you give patients the most when it comes to preventive care? It is of the utmost importance for patients that serve as a trigger for recurrent infections to take medicines as prescribed and to keep What is your favorite thing to do outside scheduled follow-up visits. Taking medicines as prescribed is essential for appropriate of working with patients? My favorite hobby is sports, mostly golf. I prevention of exacerbations and attainment enjoy being with my friends and family, of appropriate control of symptoms

1190 SOUTH 18TH ST • OXFORD, MS 38655 • 662-236-7522 • WWW.MSAAC.COM

Dr. Claire Rosenblatt, MD Mississippi Asthma and Allergy Clinic What is your area of practice? Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Where did you attend medical school? University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS

week and not exercising when they could exercise if they were on controller medications.

When it comes to health, what one thing do you wish patients knew? Health is a combination of both a health lifestyle and preventive medications.

What is the advice you give patients the most when it comes to preventive care? I try to remind patients that exercising and being active is both good for you physically and emotionally. With encouragement and exercise, we are sometimes able to get patients off of chronic medications.

In Oxford, I believe many people do not realize the poor control of chronic illnesses What is the biggest health issue you see in and limit their activity. For example, asthma Oxford? patients using albuterol more than twice a

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