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John McCullough, FNP
April 30, 2024

John McCullough, FNP

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John received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Purdue University and worked as an RN for over thirteen years.  During that time, he worked in various clinical settings, including critical care, intermediate care, long-term care, and rehabilitation.  He then returned to school and  obtained his Master of Science degree as a Family Nurse […]

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Jennifer Garey, FNP
March 19, 2024

Jennifer Garey, FNP

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Jennifer received her undergraduate degree in Nursing from Utica College in Utica, New York and her Masters in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from East Tennessee State University. Prior to joining IMA, Jennifer worked as an RN in various settings both locally and across the country.  She also served on the adjunct faculty at […]

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C. Brandon Morris, M.D.
August 7, 2023

C. Brandon Morris, M.D.

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A Powell native, Dr. Morris is right at home.  He received his undergraduate degree from Lincoln Memorial University, where he played on the baseball team. After college, Dr. Morris worked as an EMT at North Knoxville Medical Center prior to earning his medical degree from the Medical University of the Americas.  He then completed his […]

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Jared C. Spoons, D.O.
June 21, 2022

Jared C. Spoons, D.O.

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Dr. Spoons earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and his undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Mississippi.  He completed his Internal Medicine residency at University of Tennessee Medical Center.  Dr. Spoons will care for Dr. Mancebo’s patients upon his retirement, and he will also […]

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Katie Walsh, FNP-C
July 27, 2021

Katie Walsh, FNP-C

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Katie received her undergraduate degree in nursing from the University of Tennessee and her Master of Science in Nursing Degree from Lincoln Memorial University. Before coming to work at Internal Medicine Associates, Katie worked as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency and Surgical Departments of several area hospitals.

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Christopher M. White, D.O.
March 14, 2019

Christopher M. White, D.O.

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Dr. White joined Internal Medicine Associates in September 2019 after finishing his Internal Medicine residency at Carolinas Healthcare System Blue Ridge.  He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine and received his bachelor’s degree in Biology from Wofford College. Dr. White looks forward to establishing relationships with […]

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Katherine Geoghagan, RD, LDN, CDE
May 15, 2017

Katherine Geoghagan, RD, LDN, CDE

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Katherine Geoghagan, a certified diabetes educator (CDE) and registered dietitian (RD), joined Internal Medicine Associates in May 2011. In addition to diabetes counseling and education, Katherine also provides personal weight-loss management programs for our patients. Originally from Hattiesburg, Mississippi, she graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi and enjoys running, spending time with family and […]

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Cheryl Lakins, FNP
January 18, 2017

Cheryl Lakins, FNP

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Born and raised in our local community of Powell, Cheryl Lakins, FNP-C, joined Internal Medicine Associates in July 2016.  She worked in the emergency and trauma department at the University of Tennessee Medical Center since 2009. She earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing at Carson-Newman University in 2008 and received her master’s degree from […]

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John F. Vannoy, MD
January 18, 2017

John F. Vannoy, MD

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A Knoxville native, Dr. Vannoy graduated from the University of Tennessee Knoxville and East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville. Dr. Vannoy is Board Certified in internal medicine and is a fellow of the American College of Physicians. […]

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Karen Rhea, M.D.
January 18, 2017

Karen Rhea, M.D.

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Dr. Rhea joined Internal Medicine Associates in January 2020.  Prior to moving to Knoxville, Dr. Rhea served as Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Geriatric Department at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.  She earned her B.S. degree in Biology from Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina and her Medical Degree from the University of […]

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