JEFF GLASGOW , APN

Covenant Health, headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, is recognized as the region's top-performing healthcare network and the largest employer in the area, dedicated to improving the quality of life through over 2.2 million patient encounters annually. The organization has earned accolades for its commitment to excellence, including recognition as a Best in State Employer by Forbes and honors from Newsweek for its healthcare professionals. With a comprehensive range of services including cardiology, cancer care, and virtual urgent care, Covenant Health strives to deliver exceptional healthcare tailored to community needs. Their Pledge of Excellence emphasizes a patient-first approach, ensuring that quality care remains at the forefront of all their operations. Generated from the website

Michelle Smith, APRN-BC is a certified advanced practice registered nurse with more than 25 years of experience practicing holistic health care at Internal Medicine West in Knoxville, TN. Michelle says she was drawn to family practice and preventative care because they fit with her holistic health care perspective. When she’s not caring for patients, Michelle enjoys the great outdoors, traveling, and photography.

Staci Bubp, FNP-C is a certified family nurse practitioner at Knoxville Digestive Disease Consultants in Knoxville, TN. Staci says she first became interested in gastroenterology when she worked as a registered nurse in recovery and cared for patients recovering from EGDs and colonoscopies. When she’s not caring for patients, Staci enjoys spending time with friends and family, watching the Vols, playing co-ed softball, fishing, snowboarding, riding her dirt bike, and hanging with her poodle, Moose. “I truly care about my patients’ concerns and will take the time to listen and work with them to develop a treatment plan specific to their unique needs. I pride myself in having a positive and joyful attitude with lots of patience.”