MSN, FNP-C is a native to the Sequatchie Valley area and a Whitwell High School alumna. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners as well as Chattanooga Area Nurses in Advanced Practice. She completed her Associate's Degree in Nursing in 2003 at Chattanooga State. Following her graduation she went on to work at Parkridge Medical Center on the Med/Surg. unit before transferring to the Daysurgery department in 2005. While working in the day surgery she also worked on the geriatric psych unit and was the weekend nursing supervisor at the Bridge in South Pittsburgh. In 2015 she left PMC and returned to her alma mater to teach the nursing assistant program that she completed while in high school herself. After one year there she decided to further her education and enrolled at UTC to obtain her advanced practice nursing degree. While studying at UTC she worked at Amedisys Home Health and Hospice as a case manager working in home with critically and terminally ill patients. In 2018 she graduated Summa Cum Laude from UTC with her BSN and then with her Masters in 2020. After obtaining her license and certification she worked with Doctors Home Visits in Soddy Daisy. In 2021 she was very excited to accept the Family Nurse Practitioner position that she currently holds at Mountain Bend Medical Associates. Tarrah enjoys family practice where she cares for a wide range of conditions and age groups. Outside of work she enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband and their two children. She is an avid runner and member of the Chattanooga Track Club. She enjoys competing in local races with her fellow runners helping to raise money for local charities.

Receptionist, alumna of Sequatchie county high school class of 2022. She is currently a 3rd year student at UTC and studying for her bachelors in Criminal Justice. Callie enjoys spending her free time teaching dance at Grow In Grace Dance Studio, traveling, being with her family, and dog Winchester. While Callie does not plan to enter into the medical field, she considered this an important journey into her future career and endeavors.

Hey my Name is Justine Graduated in 2019 SCHS, I completed College for CCMA At AAHC, I’m always eager to learn new skills, and always willing to give a helping hand, I love to sing and hangout with friends and family.

Is a Front Desk Receptionist for Mountain Bend Medical Associates. Jill relocated to Dunlap from Western New York in July 2024 with her husband of almost 12 years and five of the seven children in their blended family of biological, bonus and adopted kids. Jill graduated with a BS in business and Marketing from SUNY Brockport and has worked in various office and administrative roles including multiple roles at a chiropractic office. Jill is passionate about orphan hosting and adoption, as well as foster care of both children and animals. She has two dogs and four cats currently, and several foster puppies/dogs at any given time.

Is the Office Manager for Mountain Bend Medical Associates. Samantha is an alumnus of Marion County High School, she completed her Associate's Degree in Applied Health Science at Chattanooga State. She is a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified EKG Technician, Certified Phlebotomy Technician and a Certified Billing and Coding Specialist. Following graduation, Samantha went to work at the office of Dr. Debbie Daniel, where she worked for five years as a medical assistant and referral nurse, then she was promoted to the office manager for the remaining five years. Following her 10-year career with Dr. Daniel Samantha is now the Office Manager for Mountain Bend Medical Associates. Samantha and her husband Justin have been married for 12.5  years. Everyone who knows Samantha would say that her number one priority is her family. She loves to make memories with them and her fur babies Ruger, Sig and Fancy. She also enjoys traveling, and although she has not been everywhere, everywhere is on her bucket list!

MSN, FNP-BC is a Chicago native who moved to the mountains of beautiful Sequatchie County 4 years ago. She started her medical career as a paramedic and transitioned to a Flight Paramedic while attending nursing school. Having worked mostly critical care areas within hospitals, she eventually settled in the Emergency Room and returned back to school to obtain her Family Nurse Practitioner certification. She has been a practicing Nurse Practitioner for almost 14 years with a primary focus in Emergency Medicine and Pediatric Emergency Medicine. Angela is a member of the American Nurses Credentialling Center and the American Association of Emergency Nurse Practitioners. When she is not working, you can find her hanging out on her property with her husband and 2 boys – chopping wood, gardening, and chasing her chickens, dogs, and hopefully some horses soon!

Kendall Hickman, alumna of James Madison High School class of 2021. Although she has not been with Mountain Bend Medical Associates as long as some, she has grown to appreciate caring for patients. Which has encouraged her plans to attend LPN school followed by RN, BSN even more. Kendall was born and raised here in Sequatchie Valley. Kendall has 2dogs (Annie and Oakley) she also has 3 horses (Susie, Money and Crush). In her free time you can find her spending time with family and friends, hunting, at horse shows or barrel races with her boyfriend Josh. Kendall also enjoys photography and helping Josh train their own horses as well as for the public.

Hi, I'm Heather! I'm a proud mom of three, a nature-loving soul, and a big fan of movement-whether I'm lifting at the gym, flowing through yoga, or snowboarding down a mountain. I'm passionate about health and healing, and I love helping others feel supported and empowered on their journey.