Accepting New Patients

Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients

Accepting Virtual Visits

No, this doctor is not accepting virtual visits.

Biography

Attended Mississippi State University from 1966-1970. Graduated from Mississippi College with B.S., in 1973 with a Major in Chemistry and Biology. Obtained a Master’s Degree in Pathology in 1975. Graduated with Medical Degree from University of Mississippi Medical Center in 1979. Family Practice Residency in Huntsville, AL. Worked full-time Emergency Medicine at Jefferson Davis Hospital in Natchez, MS from 1980-1984, Served as Director of the Emergency Services from 1981-1984. Continued part-time Emergency Medicine from 1984-89. Opened a Walk-in Clinic in Jackson, MS, served as Medical Director and attending physician from 1984-2005, which included Obesity Medicine as well as primary care. Opened a Weight Loss Clinic, The Family MD for Weight Loss & Wellness in Flowood, MS in 2006, continuing to the present. Serve as Medical Director and attending physician.

Languages

Unavailable

Education

• University of Mississippi Medical Center (Grad. 1979)
• Mississippi College (Grad. 1973)

Other Specialties

• Bariatric / Weight Loss Specialist

Areas of Expertise

Unavailable

Awards & Recognitions

• “Physician Recognition Award”, American Medical Association, 1992-1995
• “Certificate of Continuing Medical Education” for 150 hours of required CME programs as designated by American College of Emergency Medicine, 1983-1985

Publications & Research

• The Effects of Traumatic Shock on Polymorphonuclear Neutrophils and Alveolar Macrophages