"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

1205

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

  • Bobby C. Howard MD

    Primary Specialties:

  • Robin M. Swaggerty, NP

    Primary Specialties:

    Nurse Practitioner, Family Learn More
  • Joshua Manuel DDS

    Primary Specialties:

  • Melissa P. Gheen CRNA

    Primary Specialties:

    Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Learn More
  • Caroline E. Madden PA

    Primary Specialties:

    Physician Assistant Learn More
  • Heather K. Moss MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Obstetrics & Gynecology Learn More
  • Clarissa S. Geyer MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Medical Oncology Learn More
  • Christopher L. Bowlin DPM

    Primary Specialties:

    Podiatry Learn More
  • Nishant Sharma MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases Learn More
  • Grace E. Monger PA

    Primary Specialties:

    Physician Assistant 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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