Medical
Dr. Janelle White, MD, MHCM, FAAP
Chief Medical Officer
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Locations: University
Languages: English
Israel M. Mendez, MS, PA-C
Medical Director
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Education: East Carolina University
Associations: American Academy of Physician Associates, North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants
Locations: University
Languages: English, Spanish
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Mendez is a graduate of East Carolina University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Health with a concentration in Community Health. He was the distinguished graduate of the year and graduated Magna Cum Laude. He returned to East Carolina University to earn his Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant Studies where he served as class president, taught medical Spanish, and volunteered at free clinics. Mendez then completed the Healthcare Management Certificate program from Vanderbilt University.
Prior to his PA studies, Israel accumulated valuable experience as a research assistant, certified nursing assistant, and clinic director for a non-profit. His research has been published in the Journal of the Medical Library Association and the Journal of Health Promotion Practice.
Hilary Canipe, MD
Physician
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Locations: University
Languages: English
Brandy Sampson, FNP
Family nurse practitioner
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Locations: University
Languages: English,
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Brandy Sampson is a Family Nurse Practitioner who provides care to both children and adults at our University location. She is especially passionate about addressing the social determinants of health and serves as CCHC’s provider champion for care management.
Rose Medina, MSN, RN, FNP-C
Nurse practitioner
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Education: ECPI University
Locations: University and West
Languages: English, Spanish
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Rosa Medina is a compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong foundation in healthcare. She brings experience from both acute care nursing and over a decade as a medical assistant. Rosa cares for patients of all ages. Her journey with CCHC began as a volunteer and NP student, demonstrating her deep commitment to our mission and community.
Ronnie Shore, PA-C, MMSc
Physician Assistant
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Maite M. Velazquez-Hernandez, PA-C
Physician assistant
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Maite graduated from the James Madison University Physician Assistant Program. She spent her early childhood living in central Mexico but grew up in Greenville, SC. Before PA school, she volunteered at a free clinic as a Spanish medical interpreter and worked as a certified nursing assistant in the intensive care unit, in a pediatric orthopedic hospital, and a skilled nursing facility. She has a passion for serving the immigrant community and plans to make a long-term career out of working with underserved populations. She additionally has a strong interest in chronic disease management and prevention through patient education.
In her spare time, she likes to read novels, run, workout, and spend time with her husband, parents, and sisters. She has a green thumb and loves taking care of her many houseplants.
Lubabatu Maimai, NP
Nurse practitioner
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Locations: Express Care
Languages: English
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Lubabatu Maimai is a dedicated Nurse Practitioner who sees patients at our Express Care clinic on Saturdays. She brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and is a valued member of the CCHC team.
Andrea Rice, MD
Pediatrician
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Education: University of South Carolina, Medical University of South Carolina
Associations: American Academy of Pediatrics
Locations: West
Languages: English
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Dr. Andrea S. Rice is proud to join the CCHC team as a pediatrician. She was born and raised in the Lowcountry of South Carolina and has lived in the Charlotte, NC area since 1999. She obtained her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina, completed her internship at the Medical College of Virginia and her residency at East Carolina University School of Medicine. Dr. Rice is board certified, a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and has been caring for patients for over 20 years. Prior to CCHC, while in Charlotte, she has had over 10 years of experience with community health at C.W. Williams Community Health Center and over 7 years of experience with rural health in private practice at Boiling Springs Pediatrics and Family Medicine. Her interests include preventative care and nutrition. She is excited to be a part of CCHC where she will strive to be her patient’s advocate.
Nga Tran, MD
Pediatrician
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Education: UNC-Chapel Hill; East Carolina University – Brody School of Medicine
Training: East Carolina University Pediatric Residency
Locations: University and Dave Cathcart clinic
Languages: English, Vietnamese
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Dr. Tran is a Board-Certified Pediatrician who grew up in Charlotte and has moved back home to practice medicine. She has a passion for community/immigrant health and enjoys seeing kids of all ages. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and dog. She likes to travel and try out new restaurants with her husband.
Tiffany Byerly, MD
Pediatrician
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Education: High Point University, The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
Training: East Carolina University Pediatric Residency
Locations: University and Dave Cathcart clinics
Languages: English, Spanish
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Dr. Byerly is a board-certified pediatrician who grew up in central NC. She completed her medical degree at East Carolina University. She has worked at various federally qualified health centers in North Carolina and Kentucky and also works as a pediatric hospitalist here in Charlotte. She has a passion for immigrant and global health and helps lead medical teams in Mozambique and Zambia annually. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, learning new languages, going to concerts, exploring new coffee shops, and working out
Becca Hayes, MD, MEHP
INTERIM Cheif Medical Officer
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Locations: N/A
Languages: English
Rosa Medina, MSN, RN, FNP-C
Nurse practitioner
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Education: ECPI University
Locations: University and West
Languages: English, Spanish
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Rosa Medina is a compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong foundation in healthcare. She brings experience from both acute care nursing and over a decade as a medical assistant. Rosa cares for patients of all ages. Her journey with CCHC began as a volunteer and NP student, demonstrating her deep commitment to our mission and community.
Dental
Victor Perry, DMD
Staff Dentist
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Tashana Detwiler, DMD
Staff Dentist
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Behavioral Health
Lashandra Dunca DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner
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Locations: University
Languages: English
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Lashandra Duncan is a dual-certified Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in both psychiatry and family medicine. She is a dedicated advocate for her patients and brings a thoughtful, integrative approach to care. We are proud to have her on our team.
Rachael Pennell, MSW, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Behavioral health consultant
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Education: UNC Chapel Hill, University of Michigan
Associations: Association of Social Work Boards
Locations: University, West
Languages: English
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Rachael grew up in Charlotte and recently moved back after spending a few years in Boston, MA, where she worked at another FQHC. She is inspired by the belief that healthcare is a right and not a privilege. She is also passionate about removing barriers to great care, and she hopes to add to the welcoming environment already established here at CCHC. She is particularly interested in destigmatizing mental health. In her free time, she enjoys outdoor activities and art projects!
Melissa McGovern, MSW, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Behavioral health consultant
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Locations: University, West
Languages: English
Heather Bartlett, MSW, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Behavioral health consultant
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Education: Gardner-Webb University, UNC Charlotte
Associations: NC Social Work Certification and Licensure Board
Locations: University, West
Languages: English
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Heather is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience. Before joining CCHC, Heather worked at Roof Above – previously Urban Ministries – as a Social Worker, Therapeutic Art Coordinator, and Therapeutic Housing Navigator. In this role, she primarily worked with with individuals experiencing homelessness. She specializes in an understanding of clients with severe and persistent mental illness, passionate about walking with clients on their personal path toward wellness, advocating for those who cannot access the care they need, and honoring the dignity of every person’s story.
Pharmaceutical
Saleema El-Amin, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist
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Education: Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)
Languages: English
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Dr. Saleema El-Amin is a Clinical Pharmacist at Charlotte Community Health Clinic with a passion for advancing health equity and improving access to quality care for underserved and marginalized communities. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) College of Pharmacy and completed the Avant Institute Population Health Fellowship, where she developed expertise in population health, Medicare care management, Annual Wellness Visits, Chronic Care Management, Remote Patient Monitoring, transitions of care, and clinical pharmacy services within an FQHC setting.
In her current role, she partners with patients and care teams to identify and close gaps in care, optimize medication therapy, and address barriers that impact health outcomes. She is passionate about using pharmacy to expand access, strengthen care delivery, and develop patient-centered solutions that create meaningful impact in the communities she serves. Outside of work, she enjoys international travel and exploring new cultures and experience