New Providers
Monthly Update
West Tennessee Medical Group is the largest medical group in the region, and we’re still growing. That means you’ll have even more experts to choose from, including these providers who recently joined our trusted team.
No matter which of these providers you choose, you’ll also enjoy more peace-of-mind, because they’re all part of the region’s most trusted healthcare system, West Tennessee Healthcare.
Showing all new providers from March 1, 2025 to August 31, 2025

Praful Schroff, MD
Critical Care Medicine
Pulmonary Medicine
Specialties
Critical Care Medicine
Pulmonary Medicine
Praful Schroff, MD, originally from Delhi, India, earned his medical degree before relocating to the United States to pursue a Master of Public Health in…
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Derick Ogude, MD
Hospitalist
Internal Medicine
Specialties
Hospitalist
Internal Medicine
Derick Ogude, MD, is a dedicated physician known for his commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. He believes in treating the whole person—focusing not only…
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Morgan Hilliard, DNP
Hospitalist
Specialties
Hospitalist
Morgan Hilliard, DNP, is a caring and experienced Family Nurse Practitioner who provides evidence-based care to patients of all ages. With more than 12 years…
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Kaitlyn Phillips, DO
Family Medicine
Internal Medicine
Obstetrics
Pediatric Medicine
Specialties
Family Medicine
Internal Medicine
Obstetrics
Pediatric Medicine
Kaitlyn Phillips, DO, is a dedicated physician who brings both warmth and excellence to her practice. Originally from a small town in Alabama, Dr. Phillips…
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Abigail Arnett, FNP
Primary Care
Specialties
Primary Care
Abigail Arnett, FNP, is a compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner who cares deeply about helping patients feel heard, supported, and healthy. She brings experience in women’s…
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Jordan Steele, MD
Hospitalist
Specialties
Hospitalist
Jordan Steele, MD, is a dedicated hospitalist with West Tennessee Medical Group, providing comprehensive inpatient care with a focus on timely treatment and meaningful patient…
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Arzina Aziz Ali, MD
Infectious Disease
Specialties
Infectious Disease
Arzina Aziz Ali, MD, is an infectious disease physician with a strong commitment to antimicrobial stewardship. Originally from Karachi, Pakistan, she completed her residency in…
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Gabriel Nold, DO
Hospitalist
Specialties
Hospitalist
Gabriel Nold, DO, completed his undergraduate degree at Gardner-Webb University, where he played football and met his wife. He then earned a Master’s in Medical…
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Neurology
Raised in Medon, Tennessee, Benjamin Bird, MD, attended Jackson Christian School before pursuing a Physics degree at Union University. He went on to receive his…
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Hunter Crouse, DO
Family Medicine
Living Well
Primary Care
Specialties
Family Medicine
Living Well
Primary Care
Hunter Crouse, DO, is proud to return home to Northwest Tennessee as a primary care physician with West Tennessee Medical Group – Martin. A native…
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Mojahid Ali, MD
Vascular Surgery
Specialties
Vascular Surgery
Mojahid Ali, MD, is a highly skilled and experienced vascular surgeon who has dedicated his career to providing exceptional patient care through the integration of…
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Joseph Duke, PA-C
Neurosurgery
Specialties
Neurosurgery
Joseph Duke, PA-C, is a certified Physician Assistant with a strong foundation in clinical practice and academic research. He joined West Tennessee Medical Group in…
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William Gower, FNP
Acute Care Surgery
Hospitalist
Specialties
Acute Care Surgery
Hospitalist
William Allen Gower is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a focus in Acute Care Surgery at West Tennessee Healthcare. Since beginning his nursing career…
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Preston Embrey, PA-C
Primary Care
Specialties
Primary Care
Preston Embrey, PA-C, is a nationally certified Physician Assistant with over 16 years of clinical experience across general surgery, emergency medicine, primary care, addiction medicine,…

Jennifer Putnam-Scott, NP
Surgery
Specialties
Surgery
Jennifer Putnam-Scott, NP, is a dedicated nurse practitioner specializing in adult gerontology. A graduate of the University of Southern Indiana with a Master of Science…
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Linda Katherine “Katie” Lambert, DNP
Surgery
Specialties
Surgery
Linda Katherine “Katie” Lambert, DNP, is a dedicated and strategic healthcare professional whose journey is deeply rooted in her Jackson upbringing. With a total of…
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Hillary Brewer, FNP
Family Medicine
Living Well
Primary Care
Specialties
Family Medicine
Living Well
Primary Care
Hillary Brewer, FNP-C, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to patients of all ages. She brings over a decade…
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Miranda Smith, FNP-C
Urgent Care
Specialties
Urgent Care
With over a decade of experience in nursing and more than 600 hours of clinical training as a Family Nurse Practitioner, Miranda Smith brings compassionate,…
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Sarah Bergman, DO
Family Medicine
Living Well
Primary Care
Specialties
Family Medicine
Living Well
Primary Care
Originally from Blandon, PA, Sarah Bergman, DO, earned her bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT. She then completed her medical…
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Michael Abdelmisseh, MD
Pediatric Medicine
Specialties
Pediatric Medicine
Michael Abdelmisseh, MD, was born in Cairo, Egypt, and moved to California in 2004. He earned his undergraduate degree from California State University, Fresno, graduating…
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Neurology
Ashton Coles is a highly accomplished nurse practitioner with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care. With a solid educational foundation, including a Master of…
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Sara Hodge, FNP
Acute Care Surgery
Specialties
Acute Care Surgery
Sara Hodge is a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with over 15 years of experience in the nursing field. She is a licensed Registered Nurse with…
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Miranda Hicks, MSN, FNP-C
Sleep Medicine
Specialties
Sleep Medicine
Miranda Hicks, FNP-C, began her nursing career in 2009 as an Licensed Practical Nurse. Driven by a passion for helping and caring for others, she…
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Melissa Carson, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Sleep Medicine
Specialties
Sleep Medicine
Melissa Carson, FNP, began her career with West Tennessee Healthcare as a nursing assistant in 2004 while pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree…
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Deseray Melton, FNP-C
Surgery
Specialties
Surgery
Deseray Melton, FNP, has been a nurse practitioner for 3 years, following 7 years of experience as a nurse. She finds fulfillment in helping others…
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Julie Antique, MD
Infectious Disease
Specialties
Infectious Disease
Julie Antique, MD, is a board-certified infectious disease physician with over two decades of clinical experience. She currently serves at the Infectious Disease Clinic, where…
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