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Meet The Team

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Founder, FNP

William Clever

William Clever, FNP, is a highly skilled family nurse practitioner and the founder of Appalachian Family Care. He brings a passion for personalized care to his practice, striving to enhance the health and wellness of residents of Johnson City, Tennessee, and beyond. Education has always shaped William’s path. He earned a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University in Nashville and a Bachelors of Science from ETSU in Johnson City, Tennessee. William continues to seek out opportunities to expand his medical knowledge and skill set. Upon entering professional life, William focused on delivering excellent internal, pediatric, and adolescent medicine services. William is dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to top-quality care, regardless of where they fall along the socioeconomic scale. To that end, he spent a decade providing free health services to low-income housing residents in his community. William’s professionalism and high level of service are acknowledged by 4- and 5-star ratings from Humana, United, and Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance providers. He is also honored to serve new patients introduced to Appalachian Family Care by friends and family who enjoyed their experience working with William. When not working with patients, William can be found enjoying time with his wife Susan, his dogs Arthur and Eleanor, and his family. He also makes time for mountain sports, travel, and is a member of the Methodist Church.

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FNP

Thatcher Card

Thatcher Card, FNP, is a family nurse practitioner who delivers personalized and passionate care to the patient’s of Appalachian Family Care. Thatcher grew up in Blountville, Tennessee and still calls it home. After graduating from Central highschool, Thatcher obtained an associates of science at North East State Community College. During that time, he worked as a patient transporter and felt a calling to nursing, pushing him to pursue the Bachelor’s nursing program at ETSU in Johnson City. He eventually obtained his nursing license, working as a nurse intern all the while and gaining experience. Upon graduation from nursing school, he spent time working as a nurse at Franklin woods both in their medical surgical unit and emergency room. Feeling a greater sense of wanting to prevent health problems and deliver primary care to the surrounding area, he decided to pursue a master’s in nursing with the goal of becoming a family nursing practitioner delivering primary care to the residents of east Tennessee. Upon graduating from Tusculum College in 2019, he has now been a part of our family at Appalachian Family Care for greater than 3 years and loves care for patients across the lifespan. When not working, Thatcher enjoys spending time with his wife Shannon, his daughter Salem, son Roan, and his family. You can often find him mountain biking or outside during his free time, or chasing after his dog, Hashbrown.

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Vice President of Clinic Operations

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Travis Walker

I am from Elizabethton and still reside there today. I have 25 years of medical experience in a variety of areas. I have a servant's heart and enjoy helping people get the best care possible. In my free time, I enjoy riding my bike, cooking spending time with my family and my dogs Buddy and Freya.

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Business Office Director

Kari Smith

Kari brings years of clinical experience to Appalachian Family care. She enjoys reading, crafting and weekend trips with her husband and her little boy.

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Medical Assistant

Jena Terry

I am a native of Johnson City, I have 2 young boys ages 11 and 15. I enjoy spending time with them in my spare time. I am a passionate medical assistant dedicated to providing passionate care and efficient support.

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Medical Assistant

Tabitha Miller

I am from Tennessee and live with my family of 7 in Chuckey. I have a lot of experience in the medical field and I love getting to help people. I have 3 sons and 3 daughters as well as 3 dogs.

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Phlebotomist

Patience Copas

I currently live in Piney Flats on Boone Lake. I enjoy the outdoors and doing things with my son. I have 2 dogs, a gecko, and 3 birds.

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Chronic Care Manager

Sue Allison

I am from Virginia and am retired from Ballad Health. I enjoy working part time at AFC because of the wonderful people and patients. In my spare time I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family, especially my grandson Carter.

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Front Desk Coordinator 

Shelia Smith

I am from Johnson City. I enjoy traveling and spending time with my son and daughter and two grandchildren .

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Patient Navigator 

Jessica Elam

I am from East Tennessee and reside locally. I have 15 years medical experience and I am the patient navigator at the office. Navigating the complexities of healthcare with compassion and expertise to empower patients every step of the way. I am here to ensure everyone gets the care they deserve along with support and resources they need for optimal wellness.

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Front Office/Medical Records

Jessica Brown

Jessica is from Greeneville Tennessee. In her free time she enjoys travel, festivals, taking trips and focusing on the little things in life that make her happy.

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