University of Mississippi

Dr. Katelyn Brock, from Vicksburg, Mississippi, earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Spanish at Mississippi College. She discovered her love for family medicine at a young age, but her love flourished for full scope family medicine and obstetrics while attending the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Her areas of interest are rural medicine and obstetrics.

Outside of medicine, Katelyn loves to be near any kind of body of water, watch musical theater, and spend time with her family and friends.

West Virginia School of Medicine
Dr. Steven Celmins grew up in the Capital Region of New York before earning his Bachelor’s degree from the University of New England. There, he majored in Business Administration with a minor in Chemistry while playing four years of collegiate basketball. He would go on to earn his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, where he saw the great impact family physicians have on patients. Dr. Celmins values the therapeutic partnership and continuity of care experienced within family medicine. He also holds a special interest in sports medicine, an area where he plans to pursue a fellowship. Outside of caring for patients, Dr. Celmins enjoys staying active playing basketball, golfing, exploring Florida’s beautiful beaches, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Lincoln Memorial College of Osteopathic Medicine
Dr. Hobgood grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, and earned his undergraduate degree from East Tennessee State University, where the proximity to the Appalachian Trail allowed him to enjoy many of his classes outdoors and enhance his love for nature. He began working in the restaurant industry at age 15 and spent over a decade learning how to talk to anyone, anywhere, at any time. After completing his undergraduate studies, he spent three years working on a cattle farm, building houses, and backpacking solo throughout Southeast Asia. He then completed his medical education at Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine.

During medical school, Dr. Hobgood volunteered as a firefighter, gaining first-hand experience as the initial point of care in emergencies and developing skills in high-pressure, team-based environments. He chose Family Medicine because it was once described to him as “the Swiss Army knife of medicine”—a specialty that allows for comprehensive care across all stages of life. He is also passionate about medical mission work, where broad clinical skills are invaluable, particularly in obstetrics and gynecological care.

His professional interests include sports medicine and addiction medicine, inspired by his athletic background and exposure to athletes affected by substance use disorders. He is also a suicide prevention advocate and supporter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Following residency, Dr. Hobgood plans to pursue fellowship training in both sports medicine and addiction medicine while building a career in preventive care in Nashville, where he looks forward to joining his mother’s integrative family medicine practice.

Outside of medicine, he enjoys open-fire cooking, preparing meals for large groups, studying the stock market, mountain biking, solo traveling without a set itinerary, and bringing his portable sauna with him everywhere—even on flights.

Rocky Vista College of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Danielle Klem was born and raised in Aurora, Colorado. She pursued her undergraduate education at the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colorado where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology. She subsequently obtained her medical degree from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Parker, Colorado.

Dr. Klem chose a career in family medicine due to her passion for cultivating enduring relationships with patients and guiding them through pivotal moments across the lifespan. Her clinical interests encompass lifestyle medicine, women’s health, maternity care, pediatrics, and dermatology in primary care.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Dr. Klem is an avid outdoor enthusiast who enjoys exploring nature. She has visited over 30 national parks, primarily throughout the western United States, and eagerly anticipates discovering the natural beauty of the East Coast. As an enthusiastic traveler, she seeks out new experiences whenever possible. Among her many journeys, Switzerland remains her favorite destination. When at home, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and daughter, taking advantage of Florida’s scenic beaches, and baking decadent sweet treats.

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Dr. Keisha Parker was born and raised in Washington, DC. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and Latin American Studies from Duke University and a Master of Business Administration degree in Management and Management Science from the University of Miami. After a 15-plus year career in business and finance, she sensed a calling to medicine and pursued a post-baccalaureate degree in Pre-Medical Sciences from Virginia Commonwealth University. She earned her medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) Georgia and chose to pursue family medicine as a specialty because of its diversity in both patient populations and disease presentations and its commitment to being on the frontlines of health care. Her professional interests include women’s health and lifestyle medicine. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, gardening, dancing, music, sports, do-it-yourself projects, and spending time with her husband and their puppy.

Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Auburn Campus

Dr. Emma Parmer was born and raised in sweet home (Decatur) Alabama, attending Auburn University for her Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences. While earning her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree at VCOM-Auburn, she developed a passion for sports medicine and intends to complete a Primary Care Sports Medicine fellowship. For better or worse, she maintains a love for the Auburn Tigers and the Atlanta Braves. On the weekends, she enjoys running, playing guitar, and checking out local coffee shops.

Lincoln Memorial College of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Caleb Peterson, originally from Ocala, Florida, earned his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Biomedical Physics from the University of South Florida. During his undergraduate studies, he conducted research in the Disordered Eating Prevention, Treatment, and Health Laboratory, where he contributed to projects focused on understanding the psychological and behavioral factors underlying eating disorders. His work in this area deepened his appreciation for the importance of early intervention, mental health integration in primary care, and the role of preventative strategies in improving long-term patient outcomes.

Following his undergraduate education, Dr. Peterson earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Lincoln Memorial University–DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine. His professional interests include preventative medicine, hospital medicine, emergency medicine, and rural primary care—fields in which he is committed to fostering strong patient relationships and delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Peterson enjoys traveling, hiking, bodybuilding, wakeboarding, fishing, snowboarding, and spending time with family and friends. He values a balanced lifestyle and believes that maintaining physical and mental wellness is essential to both personal fulfillment and professional excellence.

San Juan Bautista School of Medicine
Dr. Lauren Perez was born and raised in Miami, FL, where she grew up speaking Spanish at home. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience with a minor in Chemistry from Florida State University before receiving her Doctor of Medicine degree from San Juan Bautista School of Medicine, where she reconnected with her Puerto Rican roots and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She was drawn to family medicine for the opportunity to care for patients across all stages of life and build lasting relationships with entire families. Her professional interests include preventative care, lifestyle medicine, women’s health, and managing hormone-related health issues, which she focuses on in her clinical care to help patients live healthier, fuller lives. Outside of medicine, she enjoys exploring the Jacksonville food scene with her fiancé, traveling, spending time with family, and getting lost in a good book.

Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine - Clearwater Campus

Dr. Shipp lived somewhat of a nomadic life moving all throughout the United States from rural Wyoming, to the Rockies in Colorado, the Mississippi River and Great Lakes in the Midwest, and now tropical Florida! She earned her undergraduate degrees in pre-medicine and art history from Augustana College in Illinois, where she also was a collegiate long distance runner and underwent bilateral fasciotomies for compartment syndrome. She worked as an ED medical scribe in Milwaukee, WI before attending medical school at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Tampa, FL. Dr. Shipp discovered her love for family medicine in an unconventional way, and she could not be more happy to be in such a diverse specialty. Her interests in family medicine are still growing and include women's health, OB, osteopathic manipulation, acute care, mentorship, and hospital medicine. Outside of caring for patients, Dr. Shipp is a published artist. Her mediums are watercolor, acrylic, and oil painting as well as crocheting and knitting. It took her thousands of hours to crochet and paint all of her wedding decorations. She owns a foldable recycled kayak and enjoys doing all things outdoors including hiking, running, biking, yoga, palates, pickleball, tennis, reading, and disc golfing with her husband and miniature dachshund.

William Carey College of Osteopathic Medicine
Dr. Annlisa Simon grew up in rural South India, where she developed a deep appreciation for nature and the slower pace of country life. After moving to the U.S. in 2013, she completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Central Florida, where she discovered a passion for teaching and research. As a tutor at Broward College and UCF, she supported students in biology and chemistry, adapting materials to diverse learning styles. Her research included work in UCF’s Molecular Neuroscience Lab, focusing on alpha-synuclein in Parkinson’s disease, and earlier projects on microRNA in cancer and non-coding RNA in bacterial gene regulation. Dr. Simon earned her medical degree from William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she developed a strong interest in family medicine and plans to pursue a fellowship in obstetrics. During medical school, she served in leadership roles with the Association of Women Surgeons, CMDA, and the Astronomy Club, combining her interests in mentorship, service, and community outreach. A medical mission trip to the Dominican Republic further strengthened her commitment to caring for underserved populations. Outside of medicine, she enjoys gardening, music, scenic drives, and reading poetry.

University of Florida
Dr. Smith graduated from the University of Florida College of Medicine. As a student, he led a curricular track on business and entrepreneurship in medicine and spent a summer researching sepsis and Alzheimer’s with the Sepsis and Critical Illness Research Center. He has also co-authored publications on muscle rehabilitation, TBI, and thin tissue flap techniques for upper extremity reconstruction. Prior to medical school, he served in the US Navy as a Hospital Corpsman, with one deployment to the NATO hospital in Kandahar, Afghanistan. He graduated from Tulane University in 2013 with a BA in English and minor in Portuguese. He enjoys camping in Florida’s national forests and rooting for his hometown Philadelphia Eagles.