Dedicated Senior Medical Center

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  Kendra Sheppard, MD, MSPH, CMD

  When she was younger, Dr. Kendra Sheppard’s grandparents gave her a picture of older adulthood that she valued and respected. This, along with her studies, led Dr. Sheppard to become board certified in internal medicine and geriatrics. “I am honored to guide older adults in their health choices,” she says. “I value their experience and want to help them enjoy this part of their lives fully.” To do this, Dr. Sheppard takes time to listen and go the extra mile to get her patients what they need. In addition to patient care, Dr. Sheppard has also served as a medical director, assistant professor, and leader for many medical councils and committees. When she’s not working, Dr. Sheppard likes to spend time with her dog, read, and travel.

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  Regina Harper

  ANP-C

  As a nurse practitioner, Regina Harper cares for people by listening and viewing them “not just as parts or diagnoses but as living human beings.” She takes pride in educating and helping her patients. She especially loves seeing patients improve and manage their diseases at home. Regina Harper views herself as a part of a team with her patients and their families. One of her goals is to teach patients how to recognize and manage certain symptoms and disease. “It helps to save lives and to prevent adverse outcomes when educated properly,” she explains. When Regina Harper is not caring for and educating patients, she adores spending time with her family. She is a horror film aficionado and loves exploring and going on adventures.

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  Adrienne Joyner

  DPM

  Dr. Adrienne Joyner’s interest in medicine began as a child while watching her mother help others as a nurse. “As a podiatrist, my goal is to enhance the quality of life for seniors by providing VIP podiatric care, she says”. She loves listening to patients and building relationships with open communication. She especially loves working with the senior population. Dr. Joyner has a special interest in wound care and diabetic limb salvage. “Seniors have served and contributed to our community their entire lives. I am excited to have the opportunity to serve them,” she explains. She is thankful for the opportunity to help patients through better foot health and often participates in seminars and hands-on workshops to keep up with medical advancements. Dr. Joyner loves spending time with her husband and children when she is not with patients. She is also a proud United States Air Force veteran.

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  Nader Lamaa

  MD

  A high school biology class sparked Dr. Nader Lamaa’s interest in cardiology. “What intrigued me most was how we could use that knowledge to impact other people’s lives,” he explains. He builds trust with his patients through “clear, thorough communication and honest empathy.” He enjoys motivating patients and believes in personalized care. “I am here to know you as a person and to put my clinical knowledge and expertise at your service to help you lead a better, healthier life,” he says. Dr. Lamaa finds it rewarding to care for the senior population and views it as a way to honor his grandmother. In his free time, Dr. Lamaa enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and kids. He also enjoys playing basketball and reading.

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  Julie Smith

  MSN, NP

  Julie Smith’s interest in healthcare began at a young age. She always loved bringing home animals to care for. Her patients are her favorite part of her profession. “I love meeting people, learning about them, and helping them to be in the best health they can be,” she explains. She finds value in connecting with patients. “I have always had a connection with the senior population. I find their stories fascinating,” she says. She wants patients to know she truly cares about them and is dedicated to helping them be the healthiest versions of themselves. “I want to work with them to find solutions to their problems,” she explains. Julie Smith enjoys ATV riding, gardening, and boating in her free time.

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  Andy Davis

  MD

  A fascination with science and the human body as well as the ability to deeply connect with patients attracted Dr. Andy Davis to the medical field. “Earning a patient’s trust and helping them and their family through a difficult time is the most rewarding aspect of my profession,” he says. He finds it useful to learn his patients’ healthcare goals, but he also likes getting to know them as people “instead of just their medical conditions.” He is passionate about preventative care and explains that he likes “seeing patients as often and as soon as they need.” In his free time, Dr. Davis can be found spending time with his wife, daughter, and two dogs. He says his favorite hobby is losing to his wife in their weekly chess games.

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  Sarah Bin Khalaf

  MD

  Dr. Sarah Bin Khalaf knew at an early age that she wanted to be a physician. “Around six or seven years old, my mother took me to a toy shop and I chose a doctor toy and started to practice on my sisters and brothers,” she says. Her favorite part of her profession is “meeting people” and talking with them “about different health topics and how it can be affected by the lifestyle they follow.” She also enjoys getting to know patients beyond their health to help establish a strong relationship. Her desire to care for the senior population comes from an understanding that “the goals and management plan start to change with the aging.” When not with patients, Dr. Bin Khalaf can be found enjoying time with her family. She also likes farming and traveling.

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  Nicole Edwards

  MSN, FNP

  Nicole Edwards cared for her grandmother during her battle with cancer, which solidified her interest in pursuing a career in healthcare. “Knowing that I can make a difference in someone’s life one person at a time” is her favorite part of her profession. She enjoys learning about her patients and strives to always “do the right thing for the patients because it instills trust.” In her free time, she enjoys reading, journaling, and traveling to the beach with her family. She also loves learning fun facts. Nicole Edwards is a proud veteran of the United States Army, where she served as a captain for ten years. While in the army, she was a part of the 75th Combat Support Hospital in Millington, Tennessee.

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