Jesi received her nursing degree in 2008 at Walters State Community College and is a 2018 MSN-FNP graduate of Tusculum University. Since becoming a Nurse Practitioner, she has become skilled in all facets of healthcare including pediatrics, geriatrics, women’s health and mental health care. Prior to becoming a Nurse Practitioner, she found her passion as a nurse in Women’s Health, reproductive health, and breastfeeding counseling and support. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her children and husband. Jesi is now accepting new patients and will be seeing patients of all ages.

Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans- Proverbs 16:3

Dr. Whitaker Michael Smith is a board-certified family physician who has been in practice since 1991. He attended the University of Kentucky College of Medicine where he received his Medical Doctor degree in 1988. Subsequently, he did his family practice residency at the University of Kentucky and served as Chief Resident during his tenure there. He has practiced in traditional family medicine settings as well as urgent care clinics since completing his formal training.

Meet the newest addition to our Staff! Renee has a diverse medical background from phlebotomy to primary care. Being a parent of a medically complex child she understands the struggle of being not only being a healthcare professional but a mother as well, and brings that devotion and compassion with her every day. When she isn’t with us she loves to spend time with her family and her fur babies, reading, and the UT VOLS!!! Look forward to meeting Ms. Renee on your next visit. We are so blessed to have her as part of our team.