Our Nurse Practitioners
Nurse Practitioners are highly trained and licensed to practice medicine. NPs conduct physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret tests, counsel on preventive health care, assist in surgery, and in North Carolina can write prescriptions. Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants are an integral part of geriatric care in North Carolina.

Janis Buono, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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Special Interests Related to Geriatric Care:
I am passionate in providing the geriatric population Individualized patient-centered care. I am interested in learning more about palliative care and the advanced decision making process. I hope to make a direct impact on my patients as well as the care team.
Medical Education
B.S. in Nursing Western Governor’s University;
M.S. in Nursing, Chamberlain University
Medical Certifications
Family Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Meredith Davis, ANP-BC
Nurse Practitioner; Director of Operations
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In healthcare management, I am responsible for business development and ongoing support for our accounts. I assist facilities with process development, performance improvement, and optimizing patient care and provide facility liaison support from our medical team to the facility. I strive to provide the best care possible to my patients in hopes to provide quality of life for them and their families. The more educated the patient is about the disease process the more he or she can make better choices on health care.
Medical Education
B.S. in Nursing, Liberty University; M.S. in Nursing (Adult Nurse Practitioner), East Carolina University
Medical Certifications
American Nurse Credentialing Center
Memberships
North Carolina Nursing Association, American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Kemi Douglas, DNP, APRN-BC
Nurse Practitioner, Board Member
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I am committed to providing comprehensive medical care to the geriatric population through the management of acute and chronic medical conditions. I enjoy helping patients and families understand disease processes and treatment modalities. My special interest is end-of-life care, supporting patients and families with decision making and through the end of life cycle.
Medical Education
B.S. in Nursing, University of North Carolina at Greensboro; M.S. in Nursing (Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner), University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Doctorate in Nursing Practice, 2015 from Union University
Medical Certifications
American Nurses Credentialing Center
Memberships
Sigma Theta Tau International (honor society of nursing)

Kelsey Coates, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
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Special Interests Related to Geriatric Care:
I believe the Geriatric population is special and requires compassionate and comprehensive care. I enjoy getting to know each of my patients and understanding what I can do to care for them holistically. I think it is a privilege to be a part of the geriatric community.
Education:
B.S. in Nursing, University of North Carolina Wilmington; M.S. in Nursing, University of North Carolina Wilmington
Certifications:
Family Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships:
American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Ben Frazier, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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My approach to geriatrics emphasizes maximizing the patient’s quality of life, achieved through a continuous and evolving dialogue with the patient and their family, conducted in collaboration with all members of the interdisciplinary care team.
Medical Education
BSN University of Pittsburgh; MSN UNC-Charlotte Family Nurse Practitioner
Medical Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Elizabeth Foster, AGNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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My goal is to provide excellent holistic care to my patients and their families. It is important to me to not only treat acute and chronic illnesses but to also help guide patients and families in making end of life decisions, when needed, allowing patients to maintain the highest level of dignity and respect. I feel that education regarding illness and illness progression is highly important. The geriatric population is an amazing one. We should all open our hearts and our ears and learn from them.
Medical Education
BSN, University of North Carolina – Greensboro, MSN, University of North Carolina – Greensboro
Medical Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Sigma Theta Tau International (Honor Society of Nursing)

Stephanie Goddard, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
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I enjoy working with the Geriatric population in helping them be the best they can every day. I enjoy caring for the resident who has chronic health conditions and the natural course of these conditions. I have a special interest in chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia and end-of-life care. I want to help the resident and family understand the process and treat them with respect and dignity while honoring their wishes.
Medical Education
B.S. in Nursing, Winston-Salem State University; Nursing Diploma, Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing; M.S. in Nursing, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Medical Certifications
American Nurses Credentialing Center
Memberships
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners; American Academy of Physicians Assistants

Morgan Greer, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
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Patient education is an area I place special emphasis on. I want to deliver personalized, holistic care for all patients and their families.
Medical Education
BA in Psychology, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; BS in Nursing, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; MSN in Nursing, University of North Carolina-Charlotte
Medical Certifications
American Nursing Credentialing Center
Memberships
University Patient and Family Education Council; CHS Health Literary Task Force, Metrolina Coalition of Nurse Practitioners.

Autumn Henson, DNP, APRN-BC, GNP, WCC
Nurse Practitioner
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I am interested in providing individualized medical care and support for each patient to best achieve his or her goals. I love specializing in geriatric and rehabilitation care. My special interests include management of chronic conditions, end-of-life care, and wound management.
Medical Education
A.A.S. in Nursing, Western Piedmont Community College; B.S. in Nursing, Winston-Salem State University; Nurse Practitioner Degree (Gerontology), Duke University; M.S. in Nursing, Duke University; Doctorate in Nursing Practice, UNC-Greensboro
Medical Certifications
American Nurses Credentialing Center, National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy Certified
Memberships
North Carolina Nurses Association, American Medical Directors Association

Shannon Keef, AGPCNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
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I am dedicated to offering a holistic and evidence-based approach to patient care. Quality of life is essential and believe every individual deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. I have a true passion for both educating and learning and feel my geriatric patient’s teach me as much as I do them along the way. I believe the best form of care is a comprehensive one and think it essential to work side by side with families, nursing staff, and other colleagues to personalize care for loved ones.
Medical Education
B.S. in Speech Pathology, Central Michigan University; B.S. in Nursing, Brenau University, MS in Hospital Administration, Central Michigan University, Masters in Nursing (Gerontological/Adult Primary Care Nurse Practitioner), Vanderbilt University
Memberships
Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association

Chelsey Macedo, DNP, AGNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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It is an honor to provide the geriatric population with individualized holistic care. My goal is to treat acute and chronic diseases holistically and providing goals of care conversations when appropriate. My passion and interest are also in palliative care and advanced decision making. Providing compassionate and dignified care to residents, families, and staff are at the core of my provider values.
Medical Education
DNP, University of North Carolina at Greensboro; BSN, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Medical Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Adult Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
Memberships
Sigma Theta Tau International, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Kristin McNally, AGNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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I strive to provide high-quality healthcare and I am committed to comprehensive, personalized medical care individualized to the patient. My goal is to improve the patients function and quality of life with compassion and dignity. The complexity of medical, psychological, and social issues requires involvement with the entire interdisciplinary team, patient, and family. Clarifying goals of care and empowering the patient and family in the decision-making process is essential.
Medical Education
BSN, Richard Stockton College, MSN, Wilmington University
Medical Certifications
AANP, Certified Nurse Manager Leader
Memberships
AANP, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, Triad Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association

Esther Njuguna, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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I am truly honored to care for the geriatric population by providing quality care to improve patient outcomes. My special interests include preventative care in the older adult to minimize complications from infections, prevent delirium, and avoid unnecessary hospitalizations. I also have a special interest in palliative care and in providing quality end of life care for the patient and family.
Medical Education
BSN, Immaculata University; MSN, University of Delaware
Medical Certifications
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Ashley Palmer, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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My goals are to provide individualized care to maintain and enhance the daily functioning of the elderly patient. My special interest include the management of chronic disease conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. I am most excited to build relationships with my patients and their families while providing quality care.
Medical Education
BSN, Clemson University; MS Family Nurse Practitioner), Clemson University
Medical Certifications
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Metrolina Coalition of Nurse Practitioners

Kara Plemmons, DNP, AGNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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I am honored to be able to serve the geriatric population as a healthcare provider. I strive to deliver compassionate care while making deep and meaningful relationships with my patients and their family members. Caring for the geriatric population has created a profound sense of gratitude for my own life and the life of my loved ones.
Medical Education
B.S. in Nursing, University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of North Carolina Greensboro
Medical Certifications
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Certified Medical-Surgical Nurse
Memberships
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Jennifer Powell, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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I have always had a passion for educating, treating, and caring for different patient populations, especially geriatrics. My primary goal is to focus on the quality of life of each individual while providing holistic care. I enjoy interacting with the patients and their families while keeping dignity, comfort, and patient goals at the forefront of decision-making. My background is in critical care medicine, urgent care, and senior care. I have a special interest in palliative care and end of life care management.
Medical Education
B.S. in Nursing, Winston-Salem State University; M.S. in Nursing, Simmons University, Boston, MA
Medical Certifications
Family Nurse Practitioner
Memberships
Sigma Theta Tau International, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Metrolina Coalition of Nurse Practitioners

Elizabeth Sanders, MSN, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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I consider it a great privilege to provide compassionate care, working alongside families to attain the highest possible quality of life for my patients. With the comfort and dignity of my patients in mind, I have a special interest in the areas of palliative care and pain management.
Medical Education
B.S. in Nursing, Auburn University; M.S. in Nursing, University of South Alabama
Medical Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Michelle Stockhaus, AGNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
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I am committed to providing compassionate patient-centered care to the geriatric population and making a positive difference in the lives of my patients and their families. My goal is to address the unique situations and goals of each patient in order to optimize quality of life. I believe in a collaborative approach and the power of teamwork between the patient, providers, families, and healthcare staff to promote health and well-being. My special interests include dementias, neurologic conditions, palliative and end-of-life care.
Medical Education
B.S. in Nursing, George Mason University School of Nursing; M.S. in Nursing, George Mason University School of Nursing
Medical Certifications
Adult-Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center
Memberships
American Association of Nurse Practitioners

LaMonica Stokes, ANP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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I provide a high quality of care in the geriatric population. I individualize the needs of the resident during the aging process. I incorporate my passion for holistic care with providing patient-centered goals.
Medical Education
B.S. in Nursing, N.C. A&T State University; M.S. in Nursing, University of North Carolinas at Greensboro
Medical Certifications
Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner

Danielle Stovall, DNP, AGNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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I am dedicated to providing excellent holistic care to my patients. I am excited to be treating acute and chronic illnesses and being able to incorporate my passion for preventive medicine with the geriatric population. I am looking forward to building relationships with my patients while improving their quality of life.
Medical Education
DNP, University of North Carolina Greensboro, BSN, Winston Salem State University
Medical Certifications
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Karen Stukes, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
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I enjoy educating patients and their families about diabetes, hypertension, and cardiac conditions. My interests include assisting families with the transition from home/hospital to long-term care and eventually to death. I enjoy all aspects of geriatric care and I absolutely love the patients.
Medical Education
A.D. in Nursing, Davidson County Community College; B.S. in Nursing, Winston-Salem State University; M.S. in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner Degree, Winston-Salem State University
Medical Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
North Carolina Nurses Association, American Nurses Association, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Tiyika Sullivan, DNP, AGNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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My goal is to provide exceptional care for the elderly by offering counseling, teaching in areas of health promotion, managing chronic diseases, and helping to improve quality of life. I want to empower the elderly and their families to take control of their own health.
Medical Education
BSN, North Carolina A&T University, MSN, (Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner), University of Cincinnati; DNP, University of North Carolina Charlotte
Medical Certifications
Adult-Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Sigma Theta Tau (Honor Society of Nursing)

Karen Taylor, NP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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The lives they’ve lived, the challenges they’ve faced, and the changes they’ve seen make caring for the elderly very interesting. I am dedicated to providing individualized care to promote an optimal level of well being for all my patients by addressing their physical, psychological, and social needs.
Medical Education
B.S in Nursing from Northwestern State University; M.S in nursing from Northwestern State University.
Medical Certifications
Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Latoya Williamson, ANP-C
Nurse Practitioner
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My goal is to provide quality holistic care and improve the quality of life for all my patients. I enjoy working with the geriatric population. I am interested in managing acute and chronic medical conditions, providing pain management, and reducing medications to overall improve their quality of life.
Medical Education
B.S. in Nursing, Winston-Salem State University; M.S. in Nursing, University of North Carolina Greensboro
Medical Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Lee Yarber, DNP, AGNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
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My goal is to help improve the health and quality of life in every patient I care for through compassion and a holistic approach to medicine. I strive to deliver care to the geriatric population with the dignity and respect they deserve. I have a special interest in wound care, chronic disease management, and physical rehabilitation medicine.
Medical Education
BS in Nursing, University of North Carolina Greensboro; Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of North Carolina Greensboro
Medical Certifications
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, and American Nurses Credentialing Center
Memberships
American Nurses Association, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association, North Carolina Nurses Association, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing