Doctors Care Clarksville Tn is dedicated to providing high-quality and comprehensive healthcare services to the Clarksville community and surrounding areas. Our team of experienced and board-certified medical professionals is committed to ensuring you and your family receive the best possible care. Meet the expert providers at Doctors Care Clarksville, TN, who are here to serve your healthcare needs with expertise and compassion.
Stephen W. Kent, MD JD – Medical Director
Stephen W. Kent, MD JD Medical Director Doctors Care Clarksville TN
Dr. Stephen Kent serves as the Medical Director at Doctors Care Clarksville TN, bringing over 30 years of experience in Emergency Medicine and 24 years in Occupational Medicine. Board certified in both specialties, Dr. Kent earned his medical degree from UTCHS in Memphis and furthered his education at the Nashville School of Law, graduating in 2007. He is licensed to practice both medicine and law in Tennessee, showcasing his diverse expertise. His extensive leadership experience includes roles as Medical Director for Clarksville Emergency Physicians and Clarksville Occupational Health Services. Currently, he also serves as Medical Director for Montgomery County EMS and several other companies in the region, and as the acting County Medical Examiner for Montgomery County.
Dr. Kent’s commitment to comprehensive patient care is evident in his numerous certifications. He is a designated Aviation Medical Examiner, authorized to conduct flight physicals, a Medical Review Officer for drug screen reviews, and an Immigration Services Civil Surgeon for immigration physicals. Furthermore, he is listed on the State of Tennessee Medical Impairment Registry and is a Certified Physician within the Certified Physician Program. Since Doctors Care Clarksville TN opened its doors on April 30, 2002, Dr. Kent has been a cornerstone of the practice, offering his vast knowledge in Ambulatory Care Medicine and Occupational Medicine. He and the entire team at Doctors Care Clarksville TN value the trust patients and local businesses place in them to deliver exceptional healthcare services.
Truman Gartman, PA-C
Truman Gartman PA-C Doctors Care Clarksville TN Provider
Truman Gartman, PA-C, brings a wealth of experience to Doctors Care Clarksville TN, stemming from his distinguished career in the U.S. Navy. As a Chief Independent Hospital Corpsman, Truman served globally, providing crucial medical care with the U.S. Marine Corps, including multiple combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. Following his retirement from active duty in 2010, he pursued his passion for medicine by attending the University of Washington MEDEX Physician Assistant program in Yakima, Washington, graduating in 2012. Truman then transitioned to family practice and urgent care in Jackson, NC, before dedicating his expertise to patients at the Traumatic Brain Injury clinic at Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune in 2015. Joining Doctors Care Clarksville TN in 2017, Truman is committed to providing exceptional care to the residents of Clarksville and the surrounding communities. He is also a DOT certified Medical Examiner, further expanding the services offered at Doctors Care Clarksville TN. Truman resides in the Clarksville area with his wife and four children.
Christopher Peterson, PA-C
Christopher Peterson, PA-C, is a valuable member of the Doctors Care Clarksville TN team, bringing with him 23 years of military service. His medical background includes serving as an Army medic and laboratory technician before becoming a Physician Assistant 11 years ago. Having lived across the United States during his military career, Chris and his family chose Clarksville, Tennessee, as their retirement home, further solidifying his commitment to the local community served by Doctors Care Clarksville TN. Chris is married with three children, and his growing family includes a daughter-in-law, son-in-law, and grandson.
Cortney Bryant, PA-C
Cortney Bryant PA-C Doctors Care Clarksville TN Provider
Cortney Bryant, PA-C, is a Clarksville native, deeply rooted in the community Doctors Care Clarksville TN serves. Graduating high school early at 16, she quickly pursued her Biology degree at Austin Peay State University, completing it in just three years. Cortney further enriched her undergraduate experience with a year of research in reproductive physiology and by serving as a teaching assistant for anatomy and physiology. At the young age of 22, she graduated from PA school at Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN, and began her practice. Driven by a commitment to advanced knowledge, Cortney obtained her Doctorate of Medical Science with a focus in Emergency Medicine from Lincoln Memorial University in 2019, earning the Clinical Leader of the program award. Beyond her medical expertise at Doctors Care Clarksville TN, Cortney is passionate about Olympic Weightlifting, where she has competed and coached at a national level. A dedicated Volunteers fan, she enjoys football and the colors of Fall. Returning to her Clarksville roots, Cortney now resides on a horse and small animal farm and indulges her love for music by frequently performing live with her father and fiancé.
Doctors Care Clarksville TN is proud to have such a dedicated and experienced team of medical professionals. We are committed to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare to Clarksville, TN, and the surrounding region.
