Hannah grew up in Knoxville and attended UT for her undergraduate degree in microbiology. She earned her master’s degree from Lincoln Memorial. She works with KOC’s hand surgeons in the clinic to create a treatment plan for patients that will improve their quality of life. Hannah enjoys meeting new people and learning new things. When she’s not working, you can find her traveling, running, or spending time on the lake with her husband and golden retriever.

Robert is a nurse practitioner with more than 30 years of experience in the operating room, emergency room, and orthopaedic clinic. An active child, his first trip to an orthopaedist sparked an interest in studying human anatomy and the musculoskeletal system. Robert enjoys meeting his patients from all walks of life and helping them regain pain-free function. In his spare time, he enjoys mountain biking, weight training, and walking his family’s dachshund around the park.

Jeff is a physician assistant originally from East Tennessee. He had a life-changing experience in California years ago when he helped an elderly woman who was choking. Since then, he always wanted to pursue a career in medicine so he could help people for a living. He attended Augusta State University in Georgia for his undergraduate training and completed his Physician Assistant degree at South University in Savannah. Jeff is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Tennessee Association of Physician Assistants. Jeff currently works with Dr. Spencer in our Shoulder and Elbow Center. Not only does he see patients in the clinic, he also assists Dr. Spencer in the operating room and is involved in research. He and Dr. Spencer pride themselves on giving above-standard care and informing all of their patients about what to expect before, during, and after surgery. Jeff lives in Knoxville with his wife Rebecca and their three sons. He enjoys golfing, fishing, and snow and water skiing.

Deborah works with Dr. Craig as a nurse practitioner specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. She loves taking care of people and has worked in the medical field since 1994. Deborah first became a licensed practical nurse, then a registered nurse, then received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, and finally her Master of Science in Nursing to become a certified family nurse practitioner. Her goal is to help her orthopaedic patients become free of pain and get back to their daily activities. She wants to make sure they can live their lives to the fullest. When she’s not working, Deborah enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, and riding in the mountains.

Corinne is a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner originally from Ohio. She earned her BSN from the University of Akron and her MSN from the University of Tennessee. She treats pediatric patients with sports injuries, fractures, painful joints, and growth and development concerns. She works with young athletes to get them healthy and back to their sport as quickly as possible. Corinne cares for her patients and their families with the goal of answering their questions and easing their concerns. When she’s not working, Corinne enjoys reading, watching football, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Brandi is a nurse practitioner working with KOC’s spine surgeons. Originally from Sevierville, she graduated from UT with a degree in nursing and then got her master’s at Carson-Newman. She has a background in emergency room and surgical nursing. In addition to evaluating new spine patients in the office, Brandi assists the team in coordinating their care and educating them about their diagnosis and treatment options. She enjoys being able to spend time with her patients in order to fully explain the problem and answer their questions. In her free time, Brandi likes to kayak, try new restaurants, and relax with friends and family. Brandi is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the North American Spine Society.