Meet Our Team
Meet the Team
Brandie, originally from Mobile, AL, is a compassionate and highly experienced Family Nurse Practitioner certified by the AANPCB. With over 17 years of healthcare expertise across fields like geriatrics, pediatrics, oncology, and community health, she is dedicated to delivering personalized care. Brandie holds a BSN from Spring Hill College and completed her Family Nurse Practitioner program at Walden University. Outside of work, she enjoys quality time with her husband, three daughters, and their two beloved dogs.
Brandie Banks, FNP
Nurse Practitioner
Laura is a compassionate Gerontological Nurse Practitioner with extensive expertise in providing primary care for older adults and their families. With a Master's in Gerontological Nursing from the University of Michigan and years of experience spanning primary care, palliative care, and mobile medicine, Laura is dedicated to personalized and preventive healthcare. Beyond her professional work, she has a passion for health education and empowering individuals to lead healthier lives. Based in Anchorage, she enjoys painting, family time, and exploring the great outdoors.
Laura Jean-Francois, GNP-BC, WCC
Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
Michelle is a Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master's degree from Purdue University Global. With years of experience across acute care settings like medical-surgical, orthopedic, and rehabilitation, her focus as an FNP is on empowering seniors through preventative care, education, and shared decision-making. Originally from Hawaii, Michelle has called Alaska home since 2012. When she's not caring for patients, she loves reading, fishing, camping, and spending time with her husband and three daughters.
Michelle Vanderpool, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
Nathan is a compassionate Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping patients enhance their quality of life through personalized and preventive care. With extensive experience in oncology, hematology, emergency medicine, and urgent care, he provides expert and thoughtful support to his patients. Originally from Wyoming, Nathan now calls Alaska home, where he and his family enjoy fishing, camping, and exploring the outdoors. Nathan earned his Doctorate as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of Wyoming and brings a deep commitment to community and well-being.
Nathan George, DNP
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Rachel has a wealth of experience in healthcare, with a background in mental health, pediatrics, and family practice since beginning her career in 2016. Originally from Northern Virginia, she earned her nursing degrees at James Madison University and George Mason University before relocating to Alaska in 2020, where she fell in love with its natural beauty. When she's not caring for her patients, Rachel enjoys exploring Alaska alongside her husband and golden retriever, partaking in activities like hiking, kayaking, and glacier adventures.
Rachel Rekow, NP, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Shane brings his expertise in Family Practice, specializing in primary care, wellness, and disease prevention. His doctoral work on fall prevention in skilled nursing facilities underscores his dedication to enhancing safety and quality of life for seniors. Beyond his professional achievements, Shane is a devoted husband and father of three. When he's not supporting his patients, he enjoys outdoor adventures like hunting and fishing or playing sports with his sons. Shane's passion lies in connecting with people and helping them lead their healthiest, happiest lives.
Shane Mozingo, DNP, FNP-BC
Doctor of Nursing Practice
With over 30 years of experience in family medicine and medical education, Dr. Timothy Buffey brings compassionate, personalized care to seniors as Medical Director for Atlas Medical in Alaska. he believes in empowering individuals to achieve a healthier mind, body, and spirit through education, personal choices, and when needed, medical intervention. Dr. Buffey's extensive career includes leadership roles such as Director of a family medicine residency, chair of family medicine, and medical Director in hospital and nursing home settings. He lives in Alaska with his physician wife and enjoys helping patients from all walks of life thrive in their health journeys.