Allen Strickland, Frances, Michelle

Thomas W. Philips, MD offers comprehensive obstetric and gynecology services in the greater Florence area.

Kara graduated from Radford University with a BSN in nursing. She spent 10 years in emergency medicine as a RN before deciding to pursue a career as a nurse practitioner. She graduated from Simmons University with an MSN-FNP degree. She then was selected for a neurology fellowship with MUSC Charleston. After completing her fellowship, she decided to stay with general neurology, so she moved to Florence, SC. In her free time, she enjoys riding her Peloton and spending time with her family. She has a 6-month-old, a border collie, and a very loving husband. She enjoys all of neurology with a special interest in headaches, cognitive, and neuromuscular disorders.

Michelle Johnson is a family nurse practitioner with a passion for treating adult patients with diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Francis Marion University and obtained her Master of Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Walden University. Michelle’s clinical interests include emergency care and ICU. She has a passion for helping her patients with weight loss by informing and utilizing all the new healthcare tools that are available. She is committed to getting to know each of her patients and collaboratively developing a medical plan that will fit their needs. She is proud to serve both Florence and Mullins communities!