Staff

We're all about creating a welcoming space where everyone feels valued and accepted, free from judgment or bias. Our experienced team works tirelessly to provide inclusive, supportive care with a focus on dignity and respect.

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  • Gia Almon

    Medical Case Manager
    (She/Her/Hers)

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    Trista Anderson

    Case Management Supervisor
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Loree Bishop, CSE

    Prevention Coordinator
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Pauline Crosby

    Patient Access Representative
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Ashley Dunn, LPN

    Nurse
    (She/Her/Hers)

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    Heather Fletcher

    Medical Case Manager
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Exence Fowler

    Exence Fowler

    Medical Case Manager
    (She/Her/Hers)

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    Donna Greer, RN

    Nurse
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Tracey Jackson, MPA

    Executive Director
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Thomas Kias, MD

    Physician
    (He/Him/His)

  • Davice McBride

    Lead Medical Case Manager
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Megan Mitchell

    Office Manager
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Vicki Palmer

    Medical Case Manager
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Dawn Querin

    Practice Administrator
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Amy Richards, LISW-CP

    Therapist
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Glenda Sims, PhD RN

    Nurse
    (She/Her/Hers)

  • Michele Smith

    Administrative Assistant
    (She/Her/Hers)

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    Todd Wallenius, MD

    Medical Director and Physician
    (He/Him/His)

  • Megan Williams

    Driver
    (She/Her/Hers)

Board of Directors

Our board of directors is made up of people from all walks of life who bring a variety of skills and experiences to the table. Board members are united by a shared commitment to advocate for Piedmont Care, our clients, and the communities we serve.

  • Rodney Bogan

    Treasurer

    Retired, AT&T
    (He/Him/His)

    Rodney has two children, two dogs, and two cats. He enjoys walking his dogs, oil painting, gardening, and cooking. His favorite dishes to cook are Thai, Indian, and Korean.

  • Debbie Brush

    BSN, RN, CLC, FPHW, CEIM, CFSP
    (She/Her/Hers)

    Debbie has worked for Spartanburg Regional for 24 years and Nurse-Family Partnership for 10 years. She enjoys Pilates and traveling. 

  • Meredith Hardwicke Jensen

    President

    Writer & Editor, Launch Something
    (She/Her/Hers)

    Meredith is a Spartanburg native and holds an MFA in Writing from Pacific University in Portland, Oregon. She is dedicated to utilizing her storytelling skills to effectively communicate Piedmont Care's message.

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    Quianna Poole

    (She/Her/Hers)

    Quianna has a background in leading large-scale projects with RxBenefits, Redsail Technologies, and QS1. Actively serving the Spartanburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, she demonstrates her passion for community health, equity, and empowerment. 

  • Jonathan Walker

    Vice President

    Senior Business Development Officer and Vice President, Fidelity Bank
    (He/Him/His)

    A Spartanburg native, Jonathan is involved with the Spartanburg Chamber of Commerce, Spartanburg ING, and has been an adjunct professor of Finance at USC Upstate. He has a wonderful daughter named Kamryn.

  • Kristi Ward

    Secretary

    Financial Analyst, Spartanburg Regional Foundation
    (She/Her/Hers)

    Kristi has worked for Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Foundation for more than 20 years. She loves Tiki culture and going to Disney World.

Emeritus Board Members

Our Emeritus Board Members have earned this honor and our immense gratitude for years of service as active members and for continued support of our organization. We thank them for their contributions and countless hours in the fight against HIV and AIDS.

Arnie Applebaum

Tom Barnet

Dr. Diane Daane

Bonnie Landers