IntestinalDiverticulitis near Galax, VA

Biography: In school, I always enjoyed learning about how the body works, so medicine was the obvious career path for me. \n It's an honor to work with my patients on getting, and keeping, them healthy. The best patient care involves the provider and the patient working in tandem toward a shared goal. My expertise and natural empathy help me to be the best partner I can be for my patients. \n Awards aren't why I do what I do, but it's always nice to be recognized for my work. I was named Outstanding Physician in Daytona Beach, Florida in 2012 by the local chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha. \n Before moving to the Triad, I practiced medicine in Florida and was active in a number of health-related causes and organizations. I served on HeadStart's health committee in Bunnell, Florida from 1995 to 2000, on the Association of Retarded Citizens' Advisory Board in Palm Coast, Florida from 1998 to 2004 and on the Advisory Board for the Jesus Clinic, a free medical clinic in Daytona Beach from 2009 to 2019. \n In addition, I served as a clinical investigator for several clinical trials in Daytona Beach from 2012 to 2016. \n I have two grown children - a daughter, Victoria Britt, who's a Physician Assistant with Novant Health Waughtown, and a son, Ernie Britt, who works for the Color of Change PAC. My two grandchildren keep me busy when I'm not in the office. \n I enjoy reading - particularly about geopolitics, singing, doing Zumba and being an active member of both the Winston-Salem Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta and my church, Winston-Salem First.

Biography: Dr. Kenny Hefner, MD is an Internist who practices in North Wilkesboro, NC. He is 57 years old and has been practicing for 32 years. Dr. Kenny Hefner, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.

Biography: Michael Clary, DO, MS, FACOFP is a board-certified osteopathic family medicine physician with LewisGale Physicians in Blacksburg, Virginia. He is an attending physician at an academic medicine clinic as part of the Family Medicine Residency Program affiliated with LewisGale Hospital Montgomery. In this role, Dr. Clary supervises resident physicians, training them to be the next generation of physician leaders. Dr. Clary earned his undergraduate degree from Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia, and his Master in Medical Science from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He then completed his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri, followed by an internship and family medicine residency at the Kennedy Memorial Hospitals, University Medical Center, in Stratford, New Jersey. Dr. Clary is board-certified in Family Practice by the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. He is also a diplomat of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians and a fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. When not seeing patients, Dr. Clary enjoys spending time outdoors and gardening with his wife and two children. He enjoys watching sports, antiques, and traveling.

Care Philosophy: Our team of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, and staff is dedicated to providing comprehensive outpatient gastroenterology care at all GAP locations. We value our relationships with our patients and referring physicians. We are committed to providing the highest quality and cost-effective healthcare to our community.