"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

  • Lauren R Hankins NP

    Primary Specialties:

    Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric/Mental Health Learn More
  • Christine F. Lauro MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Radiation Oncology Learn More
  • Michelle D. Taft PA

    Primary Specialties:

    Physician Assistant Learn More
  • Alan D. Grindstaff MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Pathology Learn More
  • Katherine J. Hodge DO

    Primary Specialties:

    Internal Medicine Learn More
  • Kelsey A. Risden NP

    Primary Specialties:

    Nurse Practitioner, Family Learn More
  • Catherine L. Wilson NP

    Primary Specialties:

    Nurse Practitioner, Acute Care Learn More
  • John P. Shillinglaw MD

    Primary Specialties:

    General Surgery Learn More
  • Laura D. Craig-Owens MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Learn More
  • Elise C. Denneny MD

    Primary Specialties:

    Otolaryngology 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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