About Us

David Sanford, M.D.

EXPERIENCE

• Undergraduate: BS, Biology - University of South Alabama, Mobile AL (1989)
• Graduate: MD - University of South Alabama, Mobile AL (1993)
• Internship and Residency: University of South Alabama Medical Center, Women & Children's Hospital, Mobile AL (1993-1996)
• Certifications & Memberships: American Board of Pediatrics

Martha Ferretti Muise, M.D.

I consider being a Pediatrician a vocation in life. I have had the opportunity to practice Pediatrics for over 15 years both in Brazil and in the US.

Caring for children involves an integrated approach that includes attending to their families with compassion and respect of their cultural values with the goal of achieving physical, emotional and spiritual wellness.

Being fluent in Spanish and Portuguese allows me to better serve the communities with which I have had the privilege to work.

It is a blessing for me to be here to serve the little ones and their families.

EXPERIENCE

• Graduate: MD - Federal University of Paraiba, Joao Pessoa, Paraiba, Brazil (1991)
• Residency: Hospital das Clinicas de Riberirao, Preto da Universidade de Sao Paula, Brazil (1991-1994)
• Pediatrician: Hospital Universitario Lauro Wanderley, Joao Pessoa, Brazil (1995-2008)
• Pediatrician: Instituto Cadida Vargas, Jaoa Pessoa, Brazil (1998-2008)
• Pediatrician: Trauma Center Senador Humberto Lucena, Joao Pessoa, Brazil (2000-2008)
• Residency: ECU/Vidant Medical Center, Greenville NC (2012-2016)
• Certifications & Memberships: American Board of Pediatrics

INTERESTS

I love my Catholic faith, spending time with my family, my husband and our 6 year old daughter. I enjoy visiting with friends, artistic painting and the outdoors.

Virginia Pate, F.N.P. - B.C.

I am an East Tennessee native and received my nursing education from Carson Newman University. I have over ten years experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner working with pediatrics in both emergent and urgent care facilities in the area. I have a passion for pediatrics and enjoy working with children of all ages. I hope to be a part of your child’s growth and development assisting you in their becoming thriving young adults.

EXPERIENCE

• Undergraduate: Carson-Newman University, Jefferson City, Tenn.
• Graduate: Carson-Newman University, Jefferson City, Tenn.
• Certifications & Memberships: Member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Registered Nurse, Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, East Tennessee Children’s Hospital Medical Staff

INTERESTS

I enjoy traveling to new places and spending time outdoors.

Brandy Tinker, P.N.P.

My mom is a nurse practitioner, and my dad works in radiology. I grew up around medicine. I’ve always hated seeing people sick, and I wanted a way to help them feel better and heal. I got a degree in nursing, and then later, a medical mission trip to Honduras motivated me to return to school. Being a nurse practitioner enables me to help patients more. I love working with children because they are fun and so tough. They come in with awful colds but will still be smiling and playing. I also love watching them grow up from infants to high schoolers.

EXPERIENCE

• Undergraduate: Carson-Newman University, Jefferson City, Tenn.
• Graduate: The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tenn.
• Certifications & Memberships: Registered Nurse, Partners in Pediatrics, East Tennessee Children’s Hospital Medical Staff, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

INTERESTS

When I’m not at the clinic, I’m usually spending time with my husband and two children, reading, being outdoors and watching sports.