"Being a healthcare provider is tough. We can be troubled by schedules

and systems, but it all comes down to the patients.

If I keep my focus on them, it changes my perspective."

-Daniel Cox, MD, Lakemoor Family Physicians


UPA is comprised of

1392

Clinicians

1206

Team Members

Mission

Provide high-quality adaptable solutions that enable our partners to focus on care delivery and beyond.

Vision

Drive collaboration and sustainable growth for our members, partners, and team.

Values

Integrity, Expertise, Passion, Transparency, Partnership, Versatility

Clinician Spotlight

  • Alisa S. Newman NP

    Primary Specialties:

    Nurse Practitioner, Women's Health Learn More
  • Mackenzie S. Jones CNM

    Primary Specialties:

    Midwife Learn More
  • Ardy Davarifar MD,MD, PhD

    Primary Specialties:

  • Kenneth L. Justice MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Family Medicine Learn More
  • Gregory K. Low MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Colon & Rectal Surgery Learn More
  • Leslie E. Mardis NP

    Primary Specialties:

  • Jon S. Parham DO,DO, MPH

    Primary Specialties:

    Family Medicine Learn More
  • Tara M. Pianko PA

    Primary Specialties:

    Physician Assistant Learn More
  • Rajiv Dhand MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Pulmonary Diseases Learn More
  • Saikrishna Gadde MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Hematology/Oncology Learn More

Happy Doctors' Day!

“Thank you for showing up every day with skills, heart, and humanity. Your dedication, compassion, and quiet acts of excellence strengthen our communities and elevate our profession. We are all better because of the work that you do. Happy Doctors ’ Day!”

-Amy Barger Stevens, MD

UPA President

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