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	Fred Kam, M.D., Medical Director Dr. Kam is a board-certified Internist. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and graduated with his Medical Degree from the University of Miami in 1986. He has over thirty years of experience in medical service delivery which includes positions as an Assistant Professor of Medicine and many Directorships - including Director of the Student Health Center - at the University of Miami. Dr. Kam was chosen by his peers as one of the Best Doctors in America (1996-97 & 1997-98), and he is in Who's Who in Medicine and Health Care. He is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, Alpha Epsilon Delta, Mortar Board, Omicron Delta Kappa and Iron Arrow Honor Societies. He is also a brother of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity. He served as President of his medical school class, was voted as the Best House Staff Member of the Year (1988) and received the coveted Eric Reiss Award for Outstanding Teaching. He currently holds professorships at Auburn in the Department of Political Science, School of Nursing, and the School of Pharmacy. Dr. Kam was born in Trinidad and went to high school in England. He and his family live in Auburn. He enjoys traveling, fishing, tennis, and watching college football.
	R. Shannon Cason, M.D. Dr. Cason is a board-certified Family Medicine practitioner. He is a graduate of Birmingham Southern College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, summa cum laude. He earned his medical degree at the University of Alabama and specialized in family medicine at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. After residency, he joined Family Medicine Associates of East Alabama in Opelika, and then worked at Maxwell Air Force base in Montgomery prior to joining East Alabama Medical Center in 2008. He is married and is the father of four children.
	Bethzaida R. Ladisla, M.D. Dr. Ladisla is a board-certified Internist. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, and a Medical degree from University of Santo Tomas where she graduated with both degrees. She holds certifications with the American Board of Internal Medicine, Educational Commission of Foreign Medical Graduates, Federation Licensing Examination (FLEX) Component I and II, and National Board of Medical Examiners Part I and II. She is a fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Ladisla has worked with East Alabama Medical Center since 2002. She is married and lives with her husband and two children in Auburn.
	Augustine Ahn, PA-C Augustine Ahn is a Physician Assistant. He obtained his Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences from Auburn University and his Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Alabama Society of Physician Assistants. Augustine is licensed by the Alabama Board of Medicine and certified with the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). He lives in Auburn and enjoys hiking, biking, and photography.
	Jessica Bradley, CRNP Jessica Bradley is a Family Nurse Practitioner from Savannah, GA. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Nursing in 2009 from Georgia Southern University and her Master's degree in Nursing in 2013 from University of South Alabama. She is licensed by the state of Alabama and is certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Mrs. Bradley relocated to the Auburn, AL area in summer 2021 and fell in love with the area. She and her husband, an active duty member of the US Army, have two young daughters. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, going to Disney World, and traveling for her older daughter's dance and baton twirling competitions
	Ginny Donald, PA-C Ginny Donald is a Physician Assistant (PA-C). She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Psychology from Birmingham Southern College and a Master’s degree in Health Science from the University of South Alabama. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Alabama Society of Physician Assistants. Her honors include 2002 Physician Assistant Student of the Year, Phi Kappa Honor Society, Alpha Eta Honor Society, Adjunct Assistant Professor, and Publication of Research Project Breaking Socioeconomic Barriers to Breastfeeding. Mrs. Donald is licensed by the Alabama Board of Medicine and certified with the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support. She has worked for East Alabama Medical Center since 2005. She is married and lives with her husband and two children in Auburn.
	Patricia Keeney, CRNP Patie Keeney holds a Bachelor's degree in Nursing from Auburn University and a Master’s degree in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She has many years of nursing experience, including within the states of Florida and Arizona and has worked for East Alabama Medical Center since 2000. Mrs. Keeney is a member of Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing and served as President of both her ADN and LPN nursing classes. She is licensed in the State of Alabama and certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Mrs. Keeney is a current member of the American Nurses Association and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She is also a certified CPR instructor through the American Heart Association and certifies the Medical Clinic staff annually in CPR. She is married and lives in Opelika and enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
	Tiffany Whittle, CRNP Tiffany Whittle is a Family Nurse Practitioner who was born and raised in Auburn, AL. After traveling and living in different areas, Tiffany returned to Auburn permanently with her husband and 2 amazing bonus children. She became a registered nurse in 2010. Tiffany completed her Master’s degree in Nursing at Auburn University in 2021 and is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Tiffany is a current member of the American Nurses Association and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Tiffany lives locally and has a farm with her family. She enjoys horses, roping, spending time with family, and going on beach trips.
	Tanner English, PA-C Tanner English is a Physician Assistant from Florence, Alabama. Tanner obtained his Bachelor’s degree from Auburn University and moved on to graduate from PA school at The University of South Alabama. He is certified by the Alabama Board of Medicine. Tanner enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and most importantly his Golden Retriever, Percy.
	Harold Jackson, CRNP Harold Jackson is from Camilla, a small town in southwest Georgia. He and his wife, Emily (a pediatric NP) got married at Lake Martin, Alabama in 2017. They are now raising their 3 boys in Jacksons Gap, Alabama with their 2 rescue Hound dogs. Harold obtained his undergraduate degrees from UGA and Valdosta State University. He graduated with his Masters Degree from South University in Savannah, Ga. Harold has been a Nurse Practitioner for over 9 years with experience in Orthopedics and Spine Surgery, Urology, Emergency and Urgent Care.