"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

  • Taylor A. Wright MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Family Medicine Learn More
  • Syed M. Akhter MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Pediatrics Learn More
  • Veronica L. Leon NP

    Primary Specialties:

    Nurse Practitioner, Family Learn More
  • Kristen A. McFarland MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Internal Medicine Learn More
  • Darcy R. Ernat CRNA

    Primary Specialties:

    Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Learn More
  • Emily D. Roberts NP

    Primary Specialties:

    Nurse Practitioner, Family Learn More
  • Pauline G. Tolentino CRNA

    Primary Specialties:

    Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Learn More
  • Alexandria L. Jilg DO

    Primary Specialties:

    Internal Medicine Learn More
  • Emily R. Walker CNM

    Primary Specialties:

    Advanced Practice Midwife Learn More
  • Joan R. McAlexander CRNA

    Primary Specialties:

    Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist 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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