Clinical Interest: Ankle Arthroscopy; Ankle replacement; Foot & Ankle surgery. Mr. Ball is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Ledderhose Disease.

Clinical Interest: Family Medicine. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency.

An advanced practice registered nurse and certified family nurse practitioner since 2023, Alexis McWhorter’s areas of interest include diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), hyperlipidemia and hepatitis C treatment. She sees patients ages 6 and above at Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care.From a young age, McWhorter knew that she wanted to be in a service field, helping others. The chronic disease she saw as a southeastern Kentucky native, and her experiences in clinical training and as an emergency room nurse, were the driving forces behind her choice to specialize in primary care. She chose a nursing career to be hands-on with patients at their bedside and then furthered her education so she could see patients continuously instead of on an outpatient basis.“My favorite part of my job is building the longstanding relationships and educating my patients about their health,” she said. “I enjoy seeing them be inspired and truly willing to make a change for the better.”McWhorter holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from Eastern Kentucky University. She also holds certifications in basic life support, advanced cardiac life support, pediatric advanced life support and hepatitis C treatment.

Brittany Hopkins is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. Ms. Hopkins is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Malabsorption, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), and Opioid Induced Constipation.

Rachel Davenport is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. Ms. Davenport is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Emphysema, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

Tosha Thomas is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, and Malabsorption. Ms. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

A caregiver in general orthopedics and sports medicine since 2005, Kimberly Cesario was inspired to make a positive difference in people’s lives. She sees patients ages 12 months and up at Saint Joseph Medical Group – Orthopedics.Cesario received undergraduate and graduate education from Eastern Kentucky University. In addition to being an advanced practice registered nurse, she holds board certifications as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, family nurse practitioner and is a certified wound specialist.Her approach to care involves actively listening, being kind and considerate with interactions and showing positivity and encouragement. In demonstrating humankindness, she practices empathy, compassion, positivity and encouragement.Cesario said she chose to specialize in orthopedics “due to the diverse patient population, wide range of procedures performed, hands-on approach to care and the ability to restore function and quality of life for individuals.” Reflecting that, she said her favorite part of the job is the ability to make a difference in people's lives by helping them to regain function and improve their quality of life.Her personal interests and hobbies include physical fitness training, walking, hiking, lake activities and going to sporting events with her family. Her top area of expertise is Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).

Angel Patterson is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. Her top area of expertise is Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP). Ms. Patterson is currently accepting new patients.

Jocelyn Elhalawany is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. Her top area of expertise is Fractured Spine. Ms. Elhalawany is currently accepting new patients.

A family nurse practitioner and an advanced practice registered nurse, Megan Reynolds sees patients at Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care. She has been a caregiver since 2017, providing comprehensive primary care for patients from pediatrics to the elderly.Reynolds describes her approach to care as patient-centered, stating that one of the ways she shows humankindness in her work is by explaining conditions and treatments clearly to ease patient anxiety and ensure understanding. “I focus on building relationships with my patients and take the time to understand their unique needs,” she said. “I aim to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected and involved in their care process. I believe in treating the whole person and consider their physical, mental, emotional and social well-being.”Reynolds earned her nursing degree from the Chamberlain College of Nursing, later completing a residency there, and earned her advanced practice degree from Ball State University. Her inspiration to become a caregiver stemmed from her desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. As a registered nurse, she saw the effects of compassionate care on patients’ physical and emotional well-being. She chose her specialty because she enjoys working with patients of all ages, getting to address the different challenges and getting to know them at every stage of life.In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and reading, and also brings those interests to the office. “As I get to know my patients, I enjoy discussing good books and travel destinations—in addition to taking care of their medical needs,” she said. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Vitamin D Deficiency, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

A board-certified family nurse practitioner, Gambrel specializes in cardiology, seeing patients ages 18 and older at Saint Joseph Medical Group – Cardiology. She has been a caregiver since 2010. Her areas of interest include management of congestive heart failure, cardiovascular disease, hypertension and hyperlipidemia, as well as anticoagulation therapy.In her approach to care, Gambrel strives to provide personalized care, focusing on the patient’s needs and goals, rather than just their medical condition. “I take pride in being clear, honest and providing comprehensive information to help patients understand their conditions and treatment options,” she said. In expressing humankindness, she treats patients with compassion, respect and empathy.Gambrel was inspired to pursue health care for its potential to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives. The complexity of the heart has always intrigued her. “The heart is such a powerful organ, and understanding its functions and the impact of cardiovascular diseases on patients' lives is both challenging and rewarding,” she said of her specialty.GambreI received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from Eastern Kentucky University.Away from work, she loves to cook, spend time with her family, travel and care for her three schnauzers. Her top area of expertise is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Katie Grubb is a Nurse Practitioner in East Bernstadt, Kentucky. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency and Vitamin D Deficiency.

Larissa Bailey is a Nurse Practitioner in East Bernstadt, Kentucky. Her top area of expertise is Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

Farid Asayesh is a Nurse Practitioner in East Bernstadt, Kentucky. His top area of expertise is Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).

Gloria Margison is a Nurse Practitioner in East Bernstadt, Kentucky. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Vitamin D Deficiency, Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS), and Muscle Spasms.

Whitney Bowling is a Nurse Practitioner in East Bernstadt, Kentucky. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Plantar Fasciitis, and Phantom Limb Pain.

Timothy Couch is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. His top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Schizoaffective Disorder.

Sarah Fugate is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. Her top areas of expertise are Pseudobulbar Affect and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).

Mark Roark is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. His top area of expertise is Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

Tamara Andrews is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. Ms. Andrews is currently accepting new patients.

Annette Simmons is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. Ms. Simmons is currently accepting new patients.

Lorie Stines is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. Ms. Stines is currently accepting new patients.

Jerry Kunkel is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. His top areas of expertise are Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Courtney Monaco is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. Her top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Phantom Limb Pain, and Muscle Spasms.

Daniel Albertson is a Nurse Practitioner in London, Kentucky. His top areas of expertise are Plantar Fasciitis and Vitamin D Deficiency.