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Doris Winchenbach
Front Desk Coordinator
Doris joined Foothills Weight Loss Specialists in 2010 and has an extensive background in front desk applications and scheduling for health care systems. When not at work Doris enjoys spending time with her seven grandchildren.
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Rachel S. Hughes
Bariatric Special Projects Coordinator
Since joining the practice in 2010 in this newly created position, Rachel tracks patient successes and acts as a liaison
between Foothills Weight Loss Specialists and the Blount Memorial Weight Management Center team. Rachel's unique perspective as a former
bariatric patient makes her a valuable resource for those seeking information regarding weight loss surgery.
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Tracie Kitts, Medical Assistant
Patient Advocate
Tracie joined Foothills Weight Loss Specialists in 2010. She is vital in preparing and supporting our honored guests through the surgery process, guiding each through the varied steps that are necessary for a successful weight loss journey. She is the first resource and relationship that our guests will experience once their initial consult has been scheduled. In warm weather, Tracie enjoys swimming and camping with her family.
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Shannon Walworth, Medical Assistant
Office Clinician
Shannon joined Foothills Weight Loss Specialists in 2011. Shannon comes to us with over six years of medical office experience and works closely in the day-to-day clinical operations. Her bright smile is in and of itself a reason to keep your scheduled visits! In her free time Shannon enjoys spending time with her three young sons.
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Mary Bivens, LPN
Clinical Liaison
Mary joined Foothills Weight Loss Specialists in 2001. Mary collaborates closely with Drs. Colquitt and Ray to ensure
quality care for post-operative patients. She engages directly with our patient guests and supports them in their one-month post-op visits.
Mary is a member of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). She is active in her church and is often found "tickling the ivorys" during Sunday fellowship.
Current patients may contact Mary with clinical questions and requests for prescription renewals via the Patient Portal.
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Melody Helms, LPN
Clinical Liaison
Melody joined Foothills Weight Loss Specialists in 2008. As a full time mother, newly licensed practical nurse and former gastric sleeve patient, Melody's experience is an asset to our guests and surgical practice from many angles. In addition to assisting with the needs of the clinic, Melody can often be found supporting future guests at the monthly educational seminars.
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D.J. Jenkinson
Office Manager
D.J. joined Foothills Weight Loss Specialists in 2011, and is involved in a wide variety of practice operations. He works hard behind the scenes to ensure that your experience with Foothills Weight Loss is pleasant and efficient. He also spends time out in the community working to raise awareness of our practice and the benefits of bariatric surgery. D.J. lives in West Knoxville with his wife and two children.
For compliments, suggestions or challenges you are experiencing, contact D.J. at 865-984-3413 or via the Patient Portal.
To register for a patient seminar, call D.J. at 865-984-3413 or toll-free at 1-877-290-0859 or register online. |
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Dana Bradley, RN
Certified Bariatric Coordinator
Dana Bradley, an employee of Blount Memorial Hospital, serves as a liaison between the hospital and Foothills Weight Loss Specialists. She educates patients on the weight loss process; coordinates all education classes for patients and hospital staff; leads support groups; and assists patients before, during and after hospitalization.
Bradley is a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, the National Association of Bariatric Nurses and the Obesity Action Coalition.
Phone: 865-980-5046 or 865-980-5028 |
For more information on the staff of the Blount Memorial Weight Management Center, click here. |
