Employee Spotlight: Kelli McGregor

Our team members at Colonial Family Practice are our pride and joy! We realize that our work is a reflection of who we are as individuals, and our success is a direct result of all the different personalities, passions and talents that our employees bring to the table. Each week you’ll have a chance to meet the people who make Colonial such a success featured in our Employee Spotlight segment. 

This week, get to know Kelli McGregor, Colonial Marketing Director.

A little about Kelli…

"I'm married to my wonderful husband Josh and we have two sweet little boys Jackson and Logan"

If you could have any super power, what would it be?

"The ability to tell the future."

What TV show or movie are you ashamed to admit you love?

"Fashion Police. Enough Said"

If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?

"Sushi, Pizza, Steak and lots of fruit"

What did you want to be when you were a kid?

"A professional bass fisherman. Which is a little ironic if you know my husband."

What is something people would be surprised to know about you?

"I played basketball for the SC Junior Olympic Basketball team when I was 16."

If you could go back, what advice would you give to your 18-year-old self?

"Enjoy the freedom of youth!"    

List a few fun facts about yourself:
1. I like to cook and try new foods.
2. I like to watch Mad Men, The Walking Dead, and Science Programs like Nova.
3. I like fishing, playing sports (any sport), and playing outside with my two boys. 
4. I have deep rooted faith in Jesus and that's where I get my perspective on life. 

Employee Spotlight: Kim Hair

Our team members at Colonial Family Practice are our pride and joy! We realize that our work is a reflection of who we are as individuals, and our success is a direct result of all the different personalities, passions and talents that our employees bring to the table. Each week you’ll have a chance to meet the people who make Colonial such a success featured in our Employee Spotlight segment.

This week, get to know Kim Hair, in charge of scheduling at Colonial Neurology. She has been a very valuable asset to our team ever since her start. 



A little about Kim...
"My husband and I live in Lugoff and have three kids -- Andrew  (9), Brinley (7), and Lydia (4), and also an 8-month-old Boston terrior, Sarah."

What TV show or movie are you ashamed to admit you love?
"One of my favorite movies that I'm ashamed to admit I love is Clueless"

What is your most embarrassing moment?
"On my first date with my husband, I stepped in dog poop and he had to clean it off my shoe!"

List fun facts about yourself: 
1) I love to watch college football -- Go NOLES!
2) My favorite TV show is The Walking Dead 
3) I love to bake, especially at Christmas time 
4) I'm a coffee junkie!    

What do you like most about CFP?
"Colonial Neurology has become my second family!"

What is the weirdest thing you've ever eaten?
"Alligator tail -- and yes, it tastes like chicken."

If stranded on a deserted island, what 3 things would you bring?
"My iPod, my Kindle, and chapstick"     

 If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
"Teriyaki chicken and fried rice with mushrooms, broccoli, and zucchini from Red Bowl


 Who do you admire the most and why?
"My grandmother -- she has breast cancer and lymphoma and her faith has never wavered. She is the strongest woman I know!"

Employee Spotlight: Sharon Richardson

Our team members at Colonial Family Practice are our pride and joy! We realize that our work is a reflection of who we are as individuals, and our success is a direct result of all the different personalities, passions and talents that our employees bring to the table. Each week you’ll have a chance to meet the people who make Colonial such a success featured in our Employee Spotlight segment. 

This week, get to know Sharon Richardson, Lab Technician, who has been a very valuable asset to our team ever since.

A little about Sharon…

"I'm a wife and mother to my son"

If you could have any super power, what would it be?

"Godly wisdom in every aspect of life for me and others"

What TV show or movie are you ashamed to admit you love?

"Gunsmoke"

If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?

"Steak, scallops, lobster tail and jumbo!"

If you could witness any historical event, what would it be and why?

"Civil Rights Movement"

If you could be any public figure (dead or alive) who would it be?

"Michelle Obama"

What do you like most about CFP?

"My co-workers and physicians"

If stranded on a deserted island, what 3 things would you bring?

"God, my husband, and food and drinks"

If you could go back, what advice would you give to your 18-year-old self?

"Be patient -- there's a season for everyone and everything"       

Employee Spotlight: Brigette (Heiskell) Quinzy

Our team members at Colonial Family Practice are our pride and joy! We realize that our work is a reflection of who we are as individuals, and our success is a direct result of all the different personalities, passions and talents that our employees bring to the table. Each week you’ll have a chance to meet the people who make Colonial such a success featured in our Employee Spotlight segment. 

This week, get to know Brigette Quinzy, who schedules appointments for Colonial and has been a very valuable asset to our team ever since.

 A little about Brigette...
"I married my husband, Aaron, in June of this year. Together we have two daughters, Aubrey (12 years old) and Amyah (9 years old), and we also have a dog, Miley."

If you could have any super power, what would it be?
"If I could have any super power, I would want to be able to see into the future so I can prepare for what's ahead."

What TV show or movie are you ashamed to admit you watch?
"Good Luck Charlie on the Disney Channel"

What is your most embarrassing moment at CFP?
"At the Christmas party last year when I thought I won the BIG flat screen TV. I jumped up and took off running, only to find out that I had two numbers backwards!"
  
What is your theme song?
"Strawberry Wine by Deanna Carter"

If you could be any public figure (dead or alive) who would it be and why?
"Sandra Bullock, she's an all around great person!"

What one food do you wish had zero calories?
"Chocolate Donuts!"

List a few fun facts about yourself.
1) I was born and raised in Kansas
2) My family and I moved here in 2007
3) I'm scared of flying!
4) I have to sleep with a fan on

Who do you admire most and why?
"My dad; he has ALWAYS been a hard working man!!"

If you could go back, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?
"Stay in college!!"

Describe your most rewarding moment at CFP?
"My date of hire!"

If you could witness any historical event, what would you want to see?
"The first man land on the moon"

If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
"Mexican Food".... Arrrriba!

What would the title of your autobiography be?
"Brigette... Uncut"

Employee Spotlight: Kenya Ransom

Our team members at Colonial Family Practice are our pride and joy! We realize that our work is a reflection of who we are as individuals, and our success is a direct result of all the different personalities, passions and talents that our employees bring to the table. Each week you’ll have a chance to meet the people who make Colonial such a success featured in our Employee Spotlight segment.

This week, get to know Kenya Ransom, Certified Medical Assistant at Colonial Neurology. Working under the supervision of Dr. John Baker, she performs several duties in the clinical department and has been a very valuable asset to our team ever since her start.

A little about Kenya...

"I'm a proud mom of two - my 12-year-old daughter named Keonni and my 6-year-old son named Keenyan. There's also that very special guy, their father, Kiyoshi. I love to shop, sing in church, play softball, and spend quiet evenings at home with my family and friends."

If you could be any super power, what would it be and why?

"The power to read people's minds because it would let me know who is genuine and who isn't"

What TV show or movie are you ashamed to admit you love?

"Lizard Lick Towing - I love it!"

If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?

"Rice, gravy, fried pork chop, macaroni and cheese, and some cornbread"

What is your most embarassing moment at CFP?

"When I split a pair of scrub pants at work"

If you could be any public figure (dead or alive) who would it be and why?

"Michelle Obama because she is beautiful, smart and she's the First Lady!"

List 3 fun facts about yourself.

1) I share a birthday with my brother, who is 3 years older than me

2) I'm really shy

3) I'm the middle child of my brother and sister, but I'm the most spoiled!

Who do you admire most and why?

"My mom because she is always positive about everything and being positive is a way to make life that much easier"

If you could go back, what advice would you give to your 18-year-old self?

"Go to college and finish; Explore the world and then begin your family life!"

Describe your most rewarding moment at CFP.

"A rewarding moment for me is knowing that I helped someone feel better once they leave the office"

What one food do you wish had ZERO calories?

"ALL SWEETS!"

Employee Spotlight: Aubrey King

Our team members at Colonial Family Practice are our pride and joy! We realize that our work is a reflection of who we are as individuals, and our success is a direct result of all the different personalities, passions and talents that our employees bring to the table. Each week you’ll have a chance to meet the people who make Colonial such a success featured in our Employee Spotlight segment.

This week, get to know Aubrey King, Call Center Personnel, who has been a very valuable asset to our team since her start at Colonial.

A little about Aubrey…

“My family consists of myself, my fiancé Gerard, my dog Allie, and two cats, Godric and Rambo. We are very busy from day to day but we always seem to find time for each other. I work at CFP full time and attend school at Central Carolina Technical College, working toward my associate’s degree in Nursing. My fiancé attends school at Francis Marion University as a full time student working toward his bachelor’s degree in Business Management. Our animals enjoy being lazy without any care in the world!”

What TV show or movie are you ashamed to admit you love?

“Shhh… Vampire Diaries”

If you go back, what advice would you give to your 18-year-old self?

“Listen to adults! They are always right and know what they are talking about because they have already lived and learned”

Describe your most rewarding moment at CFP.

“Every day is rewarding for me at CFP! I enjoy helping people and I have the privilege of doing it every day when patients call in needing things, whether it is an appointment or general questions.”

What is your most embarrassing moment at CFP (or in general)?

“When I walked downstairs with my headset still on”

What do you do at CFP?

“You could say I’m a jack of all trades, but in a nutshell, I work in the appointments department answering phones and addressing the patients’ needs to the best of my knowledge. If I’m unable to help them or answer a certain question, I will find someone that can help!”

If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?

An all you can eat buffet, and when they ask me if I’m finished, I will take another and say, “No, my meal never ends because it’s all you can eat!”

If you could have any super power, what would it be and why?

“I would like to have the ability to time travel because I could back and relive different memories with lost loved ones. If you think about it, time is the only thing that you cannot get back. You can manage it, remember it, but you can’t stop it. The clock keeps ticking and there isn’t anything you can do about it.”

If you could be any public figure (dead or alive) who would it be and why?

“Susan B. Anthony, because she fought for women’s rights and I would have loved to be a part of that”

List 3 fun facts about yourself.

1)   I have lived in Georgia, Alabama, Florida, California, and now South Carolina

2)   I have 10 siblings, which include step, half and full

3)   I’ve never traveled outside the U.S.

Theme Song: Eye of the Tiger

Weirdest Thing Ever Eaten: Cheese Flavored Mill Worms

Self Help Book Title: Don’t Cry Over Spilt Milk

Food Item You Wish Had Zero Calories: Chocolate!

Autobiography Title: I Am My Own Me

Employee Spotlight: Angela Magazine

Our team members at Colonial Family Practice are our pride and joy! We realize that our work is a reflection of who we are as individuals, and our success is a direct result of all the different personalities, passions and talents that our employees bring to the table. Each week you’ll have a chance to meet the people who make Colonial such a success featured in our Employee Spotlight segment. 

This week, get to know Angela Magazine, Front Desk Team Leader at CFP’s Main Location. She has worked for Colonial for three years and has been a very valuable asset to our team ever since.

A little about Angela…

“I love my job! I am 35 years old and have two kids. I’m very people oriented and outgoing.”

If you could have any super power, what would it be and why?

“Mind reading; just to know what people are thinking at all times.”

Describe your most rewarding moment at CFP?

“Getting thank you notes from patients.”

What TV show or movie are you ashamed to admit you watch?

“ Married with Children”

What does your typical weekend consist of?

“Relaxing and spending time with my family.”

What do you like most about CFP?

“My patients and coworkers”

Who do you most admire and why?

“My mom, because she is a hard worker, loving and supportive.”

What one food do you wish had zero calories?

“Honeybuns”

If stranded on a deserted island, what 3 things would you bring?

“ A good book, my cell phone, some soap!”

Fun Facts:

Hobbies: Traveling, Shopping, and Reading

Theme Song: I’m a Survivor

Autobiography Title: Take Me As I Am

Weirdest thing eaten: Frog

Last meal on death row: Red Lobster; Cajun Shrimp Alfredo

Employee Spotlight: Stacy Rhoades

Our team members at Colonial Family Practice are our pride and joy! We realize that our work is a reflection of who we are as individuals, and our success is a direct result of all the different personalities, passions and talents that our employees bring to the table. Each week you’ll have a chance to meet the people who make Colonial such a success featured in our Employee Spotlight segment. 

This week, get to know Stacy Rhoades, Nurse for Dr. Lucas. She has worked for Colonial for three years and has been a very valuable asset to our team ever since.

A little about Stacy…

“I love my job! I am engaged, currently buying my first home and have a beautiful 8-year-old daughter named Cameryn.”

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

“If I could have any superpower it would be to read minds. I’ve always wondered what other people are thinking, especially kids.”

What’s your most embarrassing moment?

“I would have to say my most embarrassing moment was during a softball game in highschool. I was running to the outfield to catch a ball and stepped on the ball; I fell and twisted my ankle in front of everyone! It put me out for two weeks.”

What TV show or movie are you ashamed to admit you love?

“Teen Mom”

Who do you admire most and why?

“My dad. He is the kindest, most giving and understanding man I know. He has always put his family first and works hard to provide for us. He taught me how to be a hard worker and how to love unconditionally. He always knows the right words to say no matter the situation. I am and always will be a daddy’s girl!”

What is the weirdest thing you’ve ever eaten?

“Bacon wrapped squirrel”

If you could be any public figure (dead or alive) whom would it be and why?

“Marilyn Monroe because of her confidence.”

What is your most rewarding moment at CFP?

“Everyday at Colonial is rewarding because I get to participate in saving lives and bettering the health of others.”

Fun Facts…

Theme Song: Wilson Phillips – Hold On

Last Meal on Death Row: Hibachi Grill

Deserted Island Necessities: Weapon for food, matches for a fire to cook food, iPhone with solar charger!

Colonial Healthcare Hero:
Ashley Shirley, Colonial Healthcare Nurse Manager

When you think of a Hero in terms of character traits, you might think of: determination, selflessness, and kindness, compassion, inspiring, resourceful, motivated, humble, courageous, and steadfast to name a few. Certainly, when you think of your favorite “Super Hero” he/she will most likely possess an over abundance of each of these traits even in the face of the greatest evils. No matter the circumstance, a Hero is there for the weak, in times of danger and adversity, displaying each of these traits for the greater good.  

That’s where our story of Ashley Shirley comes in. Ashley came to work for Colonial Family Practice over ten years ago, and her patients know her well for her kindness and bright smile. According to Dr. Clay Lowder “Ashley started at Colonial as being very shy, and nervous. However, I’ve watched her grow into an unbelievable nurse, and person, who is absolutely beautiful on the inside.” This was a truth that Colonial patients Mr. Emmett Moye and Mrs. Anne Moye were about to discover.


Mr. Emmett Moye was a long term patient of Dr. Lowder and Ashley, and had already experienced Ashley’s kindness and concern through issues he had with blood clots. “Emmett had started having problems with his legs hurting. So he went to Colonial, but had to use a wheel chair. When Ashley saw him in a wheel chair in the lobby, she knew something wasn’t right. She immediately put her arm around him and wanted to know what was going on. Then she got him back to see Dr. Lowder quickly”, said Anne. According to Anne, “Ashley was always kind and loving, not to just to Emmett, but to all the other patients too. It wasn’t like a job for her it was more like; I am here for these patients”.

Then in February 2013 Emmett started experiencing some unusual problems. According to Anne, Emmet began falling down, was sleeping a lot, and had problems seeing things. Anne made an appointment with Dr. Lowder, where several tests were ran, and referrals to specialists were made.  After multiple tests Emmett Moye was diagnosed with stage four brain cancer known as GBM. It was incurable.

“When I found out that Mr. Moye was diagnosed with an incurable brain cancer, I was really upset”, said Ashley. “He was such a sweet man, and it just broke my heart. I remember sitting and talking with Mr. Moye, telling him how much I loved him, and just crying with him.” “Emmett said she was the sweetest little angel. He didn’t mind going to see Dr. Lowder, but I think he really liked to go just to see Ashley. He thought a lot of her as a person as well as a nurse. She was so kind and considerate.” said Anne. 

On April 22, 2013 Mr. Emmett Moye passed away. “I remember the day well”, said Ashley, “his family called the office to make sure we knew he had passed away.  I called them back to talk with the family and to give my condolences.” Anne Moye appreciated the call, but never expected that she would see Ashley after her husband’s passing. However, a few days later at the visitation, she saw the person Emmett always referred to as a sweet angel.  

“My first thoughts when seeing Ashley at the visitation was that it was above and beyond the call of duty. It made me feel so good, and I was able to introduce Ashley to my children. They had all heard about her, and thought it was really special for her to come.” said Anne. When asked why she made the decision to attend visitation for Emmett, Ashley commented: “I felt like I should have been there because I wasn’t looking at it as being his nurse I looked at it more personally. I had watched him go through everything he was facing with the cancer, and I wanted to show my support and sympathy. I wanted to let them know he was loved. I didn’t go as a nurse.”
   
According to Dr. Lowder, “It didn’t surprise me that Ashley took the time to go to Mr. Moye’s visitation. It’s nice to see how she is able to relate to her patients, and that’s why Ashley is a big part of Colonial’s success”. As for Anne Moye, when it comes to describing Ashley’s character, “I would describe Ashley as professional and having loving kindness. I have nothing but praise for her. It wasn’t a job, it was a profession that she put her all into, and Emmett had a special place in his heart for Ashley. Dr. Lowder is lucky to have her.”

Sometimes being a hero means saving a life, and sometimes being a hero means touching a life. In any aspect Ashley Shirley has the characteristics of kindness, compassion, humility, and she is there for those in their time of adversity in a way that makes a difference to them. It’s something she demonstrates to her patients every day, and it’s something that makes her a hero.