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Ankit Agarwal
MD
Pediatric Resident
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Nathan Albrecht
DO
Pediatrician
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Shelby Amaral
LCSW
Behavioral Health Therapist
Shelby Amaral is a Behavioral Health Therapist at Community Health Northwest Florida who joined the organization in 2022. She earned both her undergraduate and post-graduate degrees from the University of West Florida.
Shelby is certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and other modalities of therapy, including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). She specializes in trauma, specifically violent crime; sexual violence, adult survivors of child abuse and secondary victims of homicide.
The best thing about being a social worker? Shelby says it is “being in a position to hold space for people as they get to be their authentic selves.” She loves learning new things both related to therapy and in general. One great way to connect with others, she says, is to have them share something that they are passionate about.
In her leisure, Shelby enjoys listening to music, cooking new foods, and spending time with her rescue animals.
Tom Anderson
Chief Operations Officer
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Aline Andrucioli
MD
Pediatric Resident
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April Archer
APRN
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
April Archer, APRN, is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in Pediatric Primary Care who has been working at Community Health Northwest Florida since 2013. She attended Pensacola Christian College, and earned her postgraduate degree at University of South Alabama. April is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP).
The best thing about her job? She enjoys being able to help her patients feel better and loves to educate both patients and their parents about their health. In her spare time, April is a sports mom. She loves watching her children play soccer, basketball and baseball. She also loves crafting, especially if there is glitter involved!
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Ashley Arredondo
APRN
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Laurel "Ashley" Arredondo joined Community Health Northwest Florida as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in 2020.
She earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of West Florida and a Master’s in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Ashley says the best thing ab out being a nurse is making a difference for patients and the community.
In her leisure, Ashley enjoys spending time her husband, her two children and five dogs. She loves to be outdoors and exploring new places.
Walter Arrington
Homeless Health Navigator
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Ryan Bianco
APRN
Family Nurse Practitioner
Ryan Bianco joined the Community Health Northwest Florida (formerly ECC) provider family in June 2017 as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
He earned his Master of Science in Education and Administration in Nursing at University of Phoenix and his Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner at University of South Alabama.
Specializing in Family Practice, Ryan says his focus and passion is caring for the underserved and the homeless in the community.
In his leisure, Ryan enjoys playing the guitar, going to the beach and having fun with his wonderful family.
Steven Bollen
PharmD
Director of Pharmacy
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Phillis Bolton
CPhT, RPhT
Pharmacy Technician
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Michael D. Busby
PA
Family Physician Assistant
Michael Busby is a Family Physician Assistant who came onboard at Community Health Northwest Florida in 2006.
Michael earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Nebraska. He previously worked at the Air Force Academy Hospital.
He Is a Fellow in the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Florida of Physician Assistants.
Michael says the best thing about being a Family Physician Assistant is being able to help people.
In his leisure, Michael enjoying traveling and motorcycling.
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Pam Carr
LCSW
Behavioral Health Therapist
Pam Carr, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, began working with Community Health Northwest Florida (then ECC) in July 2014 under the BP grant through the University of West Florida, and In November 2014 officially came on board with the organization.
Pam received a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Mississippi and a Master’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi. She worked at the Mississippi Department of Social Welfare and the Department of Juvenile Justice.
Pam says she “enjoys helping children find within themselves and their communities the ability to meet the challenges in their lives.”
In her spare time, Pam likes walking, being outside in nature, going to the beach, yoga, and spending time with her family and close friends. She sings in the choir at Christ Episcopal Church and serves on the Board for Episcopal Day School.
Rebecca Cooksey
APRN
Advanced Practice Provider
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Lawrence Copenhaver
DMD
Mobile Unit Dentist
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Mandy Drew
Pharm D
Pharmacist
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Traci Duncan
CRDH
Dental Hygienist
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Lena Dunn
APRN
Family Nurse Practitioner
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Seth Durko
RPhT
Pharmacy Operations
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Vanessa Enriquez
APRN
Family Nurse Practitioner
Vanessa Enriquez is a Family Nurse Practitioner who joined the Community Health Northwest Florida provider team in in 2021.
A graduate of the University of West Florida, Vanessa earned her Master of Science from South University.
Specializing in family practice and nephrology, Vanessa says the best thing about being an APRN is educating patients on health and self-improvement through healthier choices. “It is never about perfection,” she says. “We all are just striving to do better with each visit.”
Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys running with her German Shepherds, reading, going to Disney World and participating in Halloween.
Sharonda Etheridge
BAS,AAS,CPC
Clinical Office Manager
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Lindi Evers
APRN, CPNP-PC
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Lindi Evers is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in Pediatrics Primary Care who has been working at Community Health Northwest Florida since 2019.
A graduate of the University of Florida, Lindi earned her Master’s degree in nursing from the University of South Alabama.
Before becoming a Nurse Practitioner, Lindi worked as a Registered Nurse with mothers and newborns before delivery. She has experience in pediatric sleep disorders and general pediatric primary care. Lindi has worked as a clinical instructor for nursing students in their OB/GYN and pediatric rotations.
The best thing about her job? Lindi says it is having the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the children in our community.
In her time off, Lindi enjoys cooking, yoga, watching college sports (Go Gators!), traveling, enjoying the great outdoors of Northwest Florida’s beautiful emerald coast, and spending time with her family.
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Juanita Fleming
MD
Family Physician
Dr. Juanita Fleming joined the Community Health Northwest Florida (formerly ECC) provider team in 2013, specializing in family medicine.
Dr. Fleming graduated from Xavier University of Louisiana and earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She completed her residence training at AHEC – Pine Bluff (Arkansas) and worked in Redfield, Arkansas and Pine Bluff, Arkansas for four years, before relocating to Pensacola. Dr. Fleming is board certified in family medicine.
Dr. Fleming received the Compassionate Doctor Recognition in 2015, achieved Health Grades Honor Roll and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta.
One of the great joys of serving as a family physician, Dr. Fleming says, is being able to care for entire families in aspects of their lives.
Alianna Gilmartin
PA
Family Physician Assistant
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Shalini Golla
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Elliot Groff
DO
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Jason Gronert
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Maria Guy
APRN
Family Nurse Practitioner
Maria (Mary) Guy is a Family Nurse Practitioner who joined the Community Health Northwest Florida provider team in 2021.
Mary earned both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from the University of South Alabama. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society and Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society.
The best thing about her job, Mary says, is the opportunity to make a difference for people and communities.
Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors with her family and French bulldog.
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Heidy Hayden
APRN
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Heidy Hayden is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in Pine Forest Pediatric Care who has been working at Community Health Northwest Florida (formerly ECC) since 2018.
A graduate of Pensacola Christian College, Heidy earned her Master of Science in nursing from the University of South Alabama. Heidy has two advanced nursing degrees, one in pediatric clinic education and second one as a pediatric nurse practitioner. She received the Excellence in Clinical Practice award in Advanced Child Health Nursing from the University of South Alabama.
The best thing about her job, Heidy says, is working with children and their families. “I have always loved primary care,” she said. (Quoting Mahatma Ghandi) “’If you want real peace in the world, start with children.’”
When not at work, Heidy is actively involved in her church and desires to see people love each other as Christ loved others.
Jiasen He
MD
Pediatric Resident
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Mandarin
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Gabriel Hernandez
DDS
Chief Dental Officer
Gabriel Hernandez joined Community Health Northwest Florida (formerly ECC) as a dentist in 2018.
A graduate of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Dr. Hernandez earned his post-graduate degree from NYU College of Dentistry. He completed his residency at LSU General Practice Residency.
Dr. Hernandez, who specializes in hospital dentistry for medically compromised patients, says the best thing about his work is performing dental surgery and complex extractions.
In his time outside of work, Dr. Hernandez enjoys watching Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes play football, visiting New Orleans and going to the beach. He is a huge fan of the North Carolina Tar Heels basketball team.
Willnequa Hill
CPhT, RPhT
340B Pharmacy Analyst
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Leigh Ann Holderfield
RPh
Pharmacist
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Stephanie Howell
APRN
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Stephanie Howell is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who was born and raised in the Cantonment area, and is a graduate of Tate High School.
She earned both her BSN and MSN from the University of South Alabama, and has been a member of the Community Health Northwest Florida (formerly ECC) provider team since 2013.
Stephanie is Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) certified, and is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
Outside of work, she is a busy Mom of two children, Colton, who plays baseball and hunts, and Tinley, a competitive cheerleader. Stephanie also loves exploring the great outdoors, fishing, hunting and scuba diving as well as crafting when time permits.
Cheryl Jackson
Pharmacy Coordinator
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Jamie Jackson
MD, FAAP
Pediatrician
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Samantha Johnson
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Julia Kania
APRN
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Julia Kania, APRN, joined the Community Health Northwest Florida provider team in August 2018 as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at 12th Avenue Pediatrics, and has recently begun practicing at our Lakeview Pediatrics location.
She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama and a Master’s degree from the University of South Alabama.
Julia worked at the University of South Alabama PICU and the Pediatric Department at Mobile County Health Department before coming onboard at CHNWF. She is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners.
Julia is passionate about helping the community, serving patients, making connections with families and watching their children grow.
Outside of work, Julia loves doing fun things with her husband, Dan, and their two children, going to the beach and attending Alabama football games (ROLL TIDE!).
Karen Klawitter
MD
Pediatrician
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Joseph Klawitter
MD
Pediatrician, Director of Pediatrics
Dr. Joseph Klawitter joined the Community Health Northwest Florida provider team as Director of Pediatrics in August 2022.
He graduated from Illinois Benedictine College and Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Klawitter completed his residency at Wright State University at Dayton’s Children’s Hospital. He specializes in treating asthma and treating and preventing diseases in gastrointestinal or digestive tracts of children.
"Dr. Joe" says the best thing about being a doctor is, “Helping parents navigate the stress and joy of raising children and watching those patients develop and thrive.”
A father of five children, Dr. Klawitter enjoys cooking, collecting Disney pins, crafting Halloween decorations, reading and traveling with his wife.
Ashley Knarzer
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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John Lanza
MD, PhD, MPH, FAAP, FHPS
Pediatrician
John J. Lanza, MD, PhD, MPH, BSEE, MS, FAAP, FHPS is currently a full-time practicing, board-certified Pediatrician for Community Health Northwest Fl which is the Federally Qualified Health Center in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties in Florida.
Most recently, Dr. Lanza retired as the Director and Health Officer of the Florida Department of Health in Escambia County where he served in that role from May 1996 until August 2020. Previously, Dr. Lanza worked as a pediatric emergency department physician in Lakeland, FL and was in private pediatric practice in Longwood, Fl.
Dr. Lanza received his Bachelor of Science in Bio-Medical Electrical Engineering from the University of Florida in 1975. He then received a Master of Science in Health Physics (1976) and a Doctor of Philosophy (1979) degree in Radiological & Nuclear Engineering/Medical Radiation Physics, also from the University of Florida. Dr. Lanza worked as a radiation physicist/nuclear engineer for the U.S. Navy’s Nuclear Weapons Radiological Controls Program in the Washington D.C. area for three years. Subsequently, Dr. Lanza attended and graduated from the UTESA School of Medicine and then completed a three-year pediatric residency at Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital, Pensacola, FL in 1988.
Dr. Lanza is a board-certified pediatrician, a fellow of the America Academy of Pediatrics, a past president of the Escambia County Medical Society (2004), a longtime member of the Florida Medical Association (FMA), where he was the chair of the FMA’s Council on Public Health for eight years. He is a founding board member of the Florida Institute for Health Innovation. In addition, he is a former board member and a Fellow of the national Health Physics Society (HPS) where he founded the HPS Homeland Security Section. He was also the 2017-19 Secretary of the Florida Chapter of the Health Physics Society.
In 2002, Dr. Lanza completed a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the University Of South Florida College Of Public Health. Currently, he is on the faculty of the MPH program at the University of West Florida’s (UWF) Department of Public Health in the College of Health as well as holding faculty positions at UWF’s Department of Movement Sciences and Health and the Center for Environmental Diagnostics and Bio-remediation. He is also a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences at the Florida State University College of Medicine (FSUCOM).
Dr. Lanza has numerous publications in the fields of health physics, environmental health, and public health preparedness. Most recently, he co-authored the National Council on Radiation Protection & Measurements Report 165, “Responding to a Radiological or Nuclear Terrorism Incident: A Guide for Decision Makers.” As a practicing public health pediatrician, he is interested in promoting a culture emphasizing healthy lifestyles so that our children and adolescents will develop into productive and physically and behaviorally fit adults. He previously authored an article in a special edition of the Florida Medical Association Journal “Healthiest Weight: A Life Course Approach” on overweight and obesity in adolescents and another article on "Radiological Incidents and the Florida Physician" .
For fun, Dr. Lanza enjoys cruises, Disney World and home renovation!
Quetheline Lanza
MD
Pediatrician
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Rhonda Lassiter
CPhT
Prescription Assistance Program (PAP) Coordinator
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Kristina Levins
CRDH
Dental Hygienist
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Paula Lindsey
APRN, CPNP-PC
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Director of Pediatric Advanced Practice Providers
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Paula Lindsey
APRN, CPNP-PC
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Director of Pediatric Advanced Practice Providers
Paula Lindsey, APRN, CPNP-PC joined the Community Health Northwest Florida team in 2018 as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and in 2022 became the Director of Pediatric Advanced Practice Providers. She graduated from the University of South Alabama and earned a Master’s Degree from the University of Alabama in Birmingham. Paula worked in the gastroenterology clinic and primary care at the University of South Alabama Medical Center.
Paula enjoys “working with kids and helping them grow to be the best they can be.”
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, two daughter and two dogs.
Nettie Linton
PhD, CPhT, RPhT
Pharmacy Technician
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Rachael Maddox
RPhT
Pharmacy Technician
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Joseph-Charles Mardini
DDS
Dentist
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Shannon McCloskey
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Ainsley McCullough
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Vandene Miller
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Darrell Miller
Pharm.D.
Chief Strategic Officer
Dr. Darrell Miller is the Chief Strategic Officer at Community Health Northwest Florida. He received his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from Auburn University in 1993 and his Doctor of Pharmacy from University of Florida in 1999. After working in the hospital and chain pharmacy industry, Dr. Miller began practice as an independent pharmacist where he eventually owned and operated several independent pharmacies in the Pensacola area.
Dr. Miller has received several awards and honors and held offices and appointments from the Florida Pharmacy Association and the Escambia County Pharmacy Association. Dr. Miller has been a contributor on the Healthy Living Segment of the local TV station and involved with many Pensacola community driven educational events. He is also a member of the American Society of Heath Systems Pharmacist and the American Pharmacist Association.
Dr. Miller serves as an Affiliate Assistant Clinical Professor at Auburn University College of Pharmacy and one of our PGY1 residency preceptors. He is also a trainer for the Point of Care Test and Treat program in Florida and holds an Apexus Advanced 340B Operations Certification.
Dr. Miller enjoys biking and hiking in the North Carolina Mountains, and golf.
Shirley Mills
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Elsena Mistrot
RPhT
Pharmacy Technician
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Chanley Moye
PharmD
Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist
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Elizabeth Neuman
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Andrea Nutt
LCSW
Director of Behavioral Health and Wellness
Andrea graduated from the University of West Florida in 2020 with a Master’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Social Work. Andrea began working with Community Health Northwest Florida in 2013. “The best thing about being a therapist is being able to not only sit with someone in their confusion, anger, sadness, grief, but to also bear witness to their growth, insight, and progress,” Andrea says, “It's a privilege to be invited into our patient's lives.”
Justin Nutt
RYT
Wellness Coordinator
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Marmik Patel
MD
Pediatric Resident
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Hali Pearce
DO
Family Medicine Physician
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Samuel F. Ravenel
MD, FAAP
Pediatrician
Dr. Ravenel has been a pediatrician for over 18 years, and joined the Community Health Northwest Florida team in 2018.
He was born in and grew up in Greensboro, North Carolina. Dr. Ravenel earned his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina and earned his M.D. at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. He completed his Pediatrics residency through Eastern Virginia Medical School at the Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters in Norfolk, Virginia.
Outside of his career he enjoys the outdoors with his wife and son. He has a lifelong love for fishing, and also enjoys time at the beach, boating, wakeboarding, and camping.
Amanda Ray
APRN
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Amanda Ray joined the Community Health Northwest Florida team in 2019 as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
She graduated from the University of West Florida and earned a Master’s degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Amanda previously worked at Emerald Coast Pediatrics, Sacred Heart Group Pace Pediatrics and Sacred Heart Pediatric Emergency Room. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
The best thing she likes about her work? Amanda says it is being able to serve the pediatric population and their families within the community.
“Children are so different from adults because sometimes, no matter how bad they feel, they still manage to put a smile on their sweet little face!” she said.
In her free time, Amanda enjoys exercising, cooking, baking, crafting, shopping, and of course, spending time with family, friends and her dogs.
Craig Reid
PharmD
Pharmacist
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Edwin Rogers
MD
Cardiologist
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Frankie Sanchez
LCSW, ACAS
Behavioral Health Therapist
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Kia Sanford
DO
Pediatric Resident
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Denise Shields
Prescription Assistance Program (PAP) Coordinator
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Allison Sidner
CRDH
Certified Registered Dental Hygienist
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Autumn Smith
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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George Smith
MD, FAAFP
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. George Smith is presently Chief Medical Officer of Community Health Northwest Florida and has been with the organization (Escambia Community Clinics) since 1994. He attended the University of the West Indies in Kingston Jamaica where he received an MB. BS with honors in Community Health. He subsequently did a rotating internship and worked in ambulatory care at the Princess Margaret Hospital in Nassau Bahamas before his residency at Howard University Hospital in Washington, D.C. There he was selected as Most Outstanding intern and served as Chief Resident. He is board certified in Family Medicine and is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He was chosen as the 2006 Florida Family Physician of the year by the Florida Academy of Family Physicians. Before coming to Escambia Community Clinics, Dr. Smith was a Captain for two years at the 49th Fighter Hospital at Holloman Air force Base in New Mexico. He is past president of the Florida Academy of Family Physicians and the Escambia County Medical Society.
He currently serves on the Florida State University College of Medicine Community Board for the Pensacola Regional Campus and the Northwest Florida Area Health Education Center Board of which he is a past president. Dr. Smith is an Assistant Clinical Professor with the University of Florida and Florida State University and teaches medical students, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Florida Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association, the Christian Medical and Dental Association, the Florida Medical Association, and the Escambia County Medical Society. Dr. Smith has been on medical mission trips to Mexico, Nicaragua, Nepal, Egypt and the Philippines where he acquired additional skills working with culturally diverse populations. With over 30 years of outstanding leadership in the FQHC setting, Dr. Smith has spent his career caring for the medically needy, vulnerable and culturally diverse populations.
Desiree Statler
APRN
Family Nurse Practitioner
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Marian Stewart
MD, FAAP
Pediatrician
Dr. Marian Stewart joined the Community Health Northwest Florida (formerly ECC) provider team in January 2017 as a pediatrician at Century Pediatrics.
Dr. Stewart graduated from the University of Florida College of Medicine, after receiving a Bachelor’s degree from the University of West Florida. She completed her residency at Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital, specializing in Pediatrics.
Dr. Stewart is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Escambia County Medical Society. She received the FSU College of Medicine’s Pensacola campus Guardian of the Mission Community Faculty Award in 2008-2009.
Dr. Stewart has practiced Pediatrics in the North Escambia and Santa Rosa counties since January 1999 and enjoys mentoring doctors and medical students in hopes they will develop an interest in serving people in small rural towns.
“The best thing about being a doctor for nearly 30 years are the bonds that are formed with the families over several generations,” she says. “Watching a child grow up to become the parent is one of the greatest blessings.”
In her spare time, Dr. Steward enjoys reading, watching movies and hanging out with friends on the weekends.
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Delilah Stovall
LCSW
Behavioral Health Therapist
Delilah Stovall, LCSW, is a Behavioral Health Therapist who joined Community Health Northwest Florida in the 2018.
During a clinical internship at CHNWF, Delilah received a Master’s degree in Social Work after earning a Bachelor’s degree, both from the University of West Florida. She completed her foundation internship at the Hope Medical Clinic in Destin, Florida, a non-profit organization and free clinic that serves uninsured and homeless patients in Okaloosa and Walton counties.
Delilah specializes in mindfulness skills, cognitive-behavioral therapy and LGBTQ+ affirming care. She was recognized as an Outstanding Social Worker in March 2022 by Opening Doors Northwest Florida.
She says, “The best thing about being a clinical social worker is the opportunity to walk alongside people during some of life’s most difficulty challenges or tragedies.”
In her leisure, Delilah enjoys playing video and tabletop games, such as Dungeons and Dragons, as well as watching motor racing events and basketball games with her partner.
R. Jason Strahan
MD, FAAP
Pediatrician
Jason Strahan, MD, Pediatrics
Dr. Jason Strahan joined Community Health Northwest Florida provider team in September 2018.
He graduated from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine, after receiving a Bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University.
Dr. Strahan completed his residency at the University of Florida at Sacred Heart Hospital. He specializes in treating attention-deficit/hyperact
ive disorder (ADHD) in children.
Dr. Strahan is a Fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics, the highest status of membership in the professional organization. He is board certified in pediatrics, which includes the academy’s benefits and privileges.
Dr. Strahan says becoming a pediatrician enables him to “guide and improve lives of children and young adults.”
In his leisure, Dr. Strahan enjoys watching movies, playing the guitar and beachcombing. He attends Woodbine Methodist Church.
Valerie Sutton
APRN
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
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Symika Taylor
LCSW, CAC
Behavioral Health Therapist
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Lauren Thomas
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Kesha Tran
APRN
Family Nurse Practitioner, Director of Advanced Practice Providers - Adult
Kesha is a Family Nurse Practitioner at Community Health Northwest Florida at Jackson Street and is currently serving as Director of Advanced Practice Providers-Adults. She is passionate about bridging the healthcare gap for the underserved and uninsured population.
A Pensacola native, Kesha received a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from the University of West Florida. After earning a Master’s Degree in Nursing from Georgetown University, Kesha joined CHNWF as a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2014.
Kesha believes the best part of her work is being able to facilitate the changes to a patient’s plan of care and see the improvements in a patient’s health.
“I love that I am able to give back to the community that I grew up in,” Kesha says. “I grew up with minimal access to healthcare, and I am glad to be a part of a health system that provides accessible care that can help bridge the care gaps of our community.”
Courtney Vance
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Kayla Vincent
RPhT
Pharmacy Technician
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Catherine Voght
APRN-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner
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Jessica Wade
MSN, AGPCNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
Jessica Wade, AGPCNP-C, a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Gerontology, began working with Community Health Northwest Florida in August 2018. She earned both her undergraduate and postgraduate degrees from Florida A&M University School of Nursing, and completed her residency at Bond Community Health Center in Tallahassee, Florida. To Jessica, the best thing about her job is hearing and seeing the improvement in her patients and witnessing how committed they are to their care. Outside of work, Jessica loves to read and watch sci-fi movies and serves in the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. Jessica says that her profession “chose” her – and she wouldn’t have it any other way!
Paul Walden
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Keri Walker
CRDH
Dental Hygienist
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Whitney White
APRN
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Whitney White joined the Community Health Northwest Florida team (formerly ECC) in April 2011 as a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
She earned undergraduates degrees from Pensacola State College and Florida State University, and a Master’s degree from the University of South Alabama. Whitney worked at Sacred Heart Hospital before coming onboard at CHNWF. She is a member of the American Association of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology.
Whitney says her mission is to make a positive difference in patients' lives.
In her free time, she enjoys international travel.
James White
MD
OBGYN Resident Physician
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Diane Wilkinson
MD, FAAP
Lead Attending Pediatrician
Diane Wilkinson joined the Community Health Northwest Florida (formerly ECC) provider team in 2017. She came onboard when Sacred Heart Hospital’s University of Florida residency program began providing physician coverage for CHNWF’s Fairfield Pediatric clinic.
Dr. Wilkinson graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi and received her medical degree from the University of Mississippi in Jackson, Mississippi. She is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Catholic Medical Association and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Wilkinson says the best thing about being a pediatrician is helping parents “grow” their children into happy, healthy human beings.
In her leisure, Dr. Wilkinson spends quality time with her family and grandchildren and is involved in many activities at St. Paul Catholic Church.
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Tara Woodall
APRN, WHNP-BC
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Tara Woodall, APRN, WHNP-BC has been serving as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner with Community Health Northwest Florida since January 2022. She earned her undergraduate degree from Auburn University at Montgomery, and acquired postgraduate education from University of South Alabama, and completed her clinical residency at Augusta University Medical Center. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health-- and is a 5-star provider on Healthgrades!
Tara currently provides routine prenatal care, comprehensive gynecologic care and family planning services for women of all ages. She has a passion for helping adolescents with their first experience with reproductive health, health concerns, and preventive care.
Tara is active in her community, serving with her church's outreach program, volunteering as a mentor for teens in Milton as well as volunteering with her sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. For fun, Tara loves to travel, go to the beach, do Pilates, journal and volunteer.
Tara says, “The opportunity to educate and empower women about their ever-changing bodies and to be able to follow them through phases of life is truly a blessing.”
Ginger Woods
LCSW
Behavioral Health Therapist
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Nesrin Yurttutan-Engin
MD, FAAP
Attending Pediatrician
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Jennifer Zimmerman
MD, FAAP
Pediatrician
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