Chuck completed undergraduate studies at University of Alaska Anchorage in 1998 then completed the graduate Adult Nurse Practitioner program at University of California San Francisco in 2008.  Chuck has trained and worked at multiple premiere academic medical centers, including Stanford and UCSF, and has experience in primary care, HIV medicine, gender affirming medicine, oncology, addiction medicine and palliative care.  He is a member of GLMA (Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ Equality), WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health) and the AANP (American Association of Nurse Practitioners).  With over 25 years of experience, Chuck is passionate about offering you a better patient experience, while providing you with excellent care to achieve your health goals.

Chris is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in Emergency Medicine. Growing up in a military family and living in multiple states fostered adaptability, empathy, and a deep respect for diversity.

Chris earned an Associate of Science in Nursing from Calhoun Community College in 2015, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Alabama in 2020, and a Master of Science in Nursing—Family Nurse Practitioner—from the University of North Alabama in 2023.

As a queer healthcare provider, Chris is passionate about delivering inclusive, affirming, and evidence-based care that meets the unique needs of the LGBTQ+ community.