I chose to become a doctor because I wanted to help people who couldn’t help themselves. I was especially inspired by the Doctors Without Borders who were bringing aid and famine relief to my home country in Kenya. My philosophy of care is based on altruism. I believe that service work can provide healing and nourishment for not only the... Read More about Kevin Nyabera, MD

My aspiration to become a doctor stemmed from a desire to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives, a love for understanding how the body works, and the goal of providing for my future family. I have always enjoyed figuring out answers to problems and learning as much as I can. Growing up in rural Maine, I deeply respected the... Read More about Cordell R. Beaton, DO

When I was was senior in high school, my stepfather had a medical emergency and I always wanted to be able to do more to help him-- this started my interest in medicine. Being a physician provides me the opportunity to help others and to build strong relationships with people. I have now been practicing Family Medicine for over 25... Read More about Jodi L. Miller, DO

I switched careers and decided to enter into medicine after my mother was diagnosed with a rare disease. I saw first-hand how important it was for patients and their families to have compassionate providers to help guide them through their medical questions and concerns and to treat them with respect and dignity. I chose family medicine for the ability to... Read More about Joanna Marie Dauber, DO, NCMP

I have extensive experience in all aspects of general surgery. I have particular expertise in minimally invasive treatment of hiatal/paraesophageal/diaphragmatic hernia.

As the son of two physicians, I had the benefit of seeing the joy that one can bring to their community by helping people feel better or get through a difficult health issue. My approach to patient care is to take the patient's concern to heart. I make myself available to address their concerns or questions and let them know... Read More about Reece Alkire, DO, MPH

My mothers family owned a funeral home, and my mother worked in the lab of the major hospital in our hometown, so I had early exposure to hospitals and anatomy. However, I did not want to be involved in the post-mortem side of things and decided I would best serve people by helping cure disease and prevent death instead. I... Read More about Veronica Patterson Zachry, BS, MD

Dr. Michal offers a different approach to primary care with conveniences like same/next-day appointments that start on time and a focus on preventive medicine. His MDVIP-affiliated practice is open to new patients, including Medicare and commercially insured, in Rocky Mount. Dr. Michal sees fewer patients, which means he has more time to offer. Similar to concierge medicine physicians, Dr. Michal... Read More about Dr. Richard G. Michal, MD

I have always been passionate about patient education and helping patient achieve their health goals. While working in the hospital, I noticed a lack of health literacy in the patient population I was working with. As a nurse practitioner, I can serve as a primary source to help patients improve their health and access to care. My model of patient... Read More about Kara P. Parker, DNP, FNP-BC

I have always wanted to be a physician. My older brother had a critical injury at a young age and was frequently hospitalized. The hospital staff and doctors were always kind and became role models. My approach is to treat every patient as I would treat my family. I try to be honest and upfront with the patient and their... Read More about Caron Warnsby, MD