Thomas Coburn, MD
Thomas has been with Jessamine Christian Healthcare from the start in May 1999.

He enjoys working at JCH because is a joy to practice medicine in a community and a business that allows him to be a Christian brother to his patients and co-workers.

Dr Coburn on what it means to practice “Family Medicine with the Focus on Christ”: Our service of healthcare to patients flows from our love for Christ that is extended to our patients and community. We understand true health and healing comes from the “Great Physician” and He is our primary resource.

Thomas was born in Wilmore. He has returned to live in Jessamine County since 1997. His wife Cathy and he have four children; Jonathan, Catherine, Rebekah, and Michael.

Thomas volunteers at Hospice of the Bluegrass as a Community Medical Director. He volunteers at Nathaniel Mission and the Jessamine County Board of Health. Dr Coburn also works at the Jessamine County Detention Center as their Medical Director.

Dr Coburn graduated cum laude from Duke University in 1991. He received his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Kentucky in 1995.

His specialty training was in Family Medicine at the University Of Kentucky Department Of Family Practice. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine and serves as the President of the Board of Directors for Jessamine Christian Healthcare.

Dr Huffman started at JCH in July of 2001.

Joshua believes that for him being a doctor is more than just a job, it is his ministry. Every day brings an opportunity to impart physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual healing to his patients.

Dr Huffman on what it means to practice “Family Medicine with a Focus on Christ”: “We want our clinic to operate according to Biblical values. Instead of doing the easy thing or the most profitable, we are committed to treating our patients in a way that pleases God. If you do unto the least of these, you do unto me.”

Joshua volunteers at Nathaniel Mission and is a Medical Director for Hospice. Dr Huffman also works as the Medical Director of Wesley Village.

Dr Huffman is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and ACLS. He graduated from the University of Kentucky with honors in 1994. He received his Doctorate of Medicine in 1998 from the University of Kentucky where his specialty training was in Internal Medicine. He is Internal Medicine Board Certified.

He lives on a small farm in Jessamine County with his wife Chrissy and their four children; Meredith, Nathaniel, Daniel, and Alexis. They home school and are active with their church, Jessamine Christian Fellowship. Chrissy is the religion writer for the Jessamine Journal.

Dr Huffman’s special interests include geriatrics and hospital medicine, as well as preventative medicine. He speaks Spanish fluently and each year he runs a medical mission trip to Mexico.

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Registered Nurse at JCH since 2002

Rachel has spent 10 years in the medical field, starting as certified nursing assistant, then a Licensed Practical Nurse, now a registered nurse with an associate degree in Nursing. She is also studying to complete her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing.

Rache’l says that she enjoys working with people who love Jesus and love others as much as I do. It is an honor to work in an exceptional medical facility whose primary focus is on Jesus and providing holistic care.

She defines practicing “Family Medicine with the focus on Christ” as reaching out to the community, not just physically, but spiritually and emotionally as well. This is her heart’s desire when caring for her patients.

Rache’l is a member of Generations Community Church.

Medical Assistant (part time) September 2006

Jennifer graduated in 2006 with a BSN from Eastern Kentucky University.

She also has a bachelor’s degree in social work from Asbury College.

Jennifer enjoys the positive work environment and awesome co-workers with Christ at the center at Jessamine Christian Healthcare.

Jennifer’s parents are missionaries in Brazil and she hopes to be a medical missionary. She has been on various mission trips to Ecuador, Mexico, Northern Ireland, Honduras, and Eastern Kentucky.

Office Manager at JCH since November 5, 2001.

Larry has worked in management in some way or another since his time at the University of Kentucky.

Larry appreciates working with people committed to loving God and loving people and figuring out how that translates into giving good care to our patients. He says that the JCH staff members are amazing to work with.

Larry states that practicing “Family Medicine with the Focus on Christ” means to him that you figure out how God wants the JCH staff to minister to patients clinically and spiritually. We realize that sometimes it is necessary to address spiritual life issues with a patient so that they can truly be made whole.

Larry has been married to Elizabeth for 19+ years and they have four children; David, Sarah, Stephen, and Deborah.

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Medical Assistant at JCH since October 2006.

Tammy has worked in the medical field for 10 years.

She enjoys the patient contact and Christian atmosphere at Jessamine Christian Healthcare. Practicing “Family Medicine with a Focus on Christ” means to Tammy using medicine to help illnesses along with praying to God for healing.

She is married with two young girls.

Lori started at JCH as a Medical Assistant in October 2006.

She has worked in the medical field since 1990.

On working at JCH, Lori says “I believe working here has been a positive influence on me. Great caring people. Everyone works together. Taking care of the patients is the number one priority. Very Christian people.”

Lori lives in Jessamine County, is married, and has three children and seven grandchildren.

Kay has worked at JCH since February of 2007. She is part of our front office team and is also a certified medical assistant.

Kay lives in Jessamine County, is married and has three step-children and three step-grandchildren.

She enjoys working at JCH because of the pleasant atmosphere and professionalism. Kay says the staff has the best interest of the patient at heart.

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Shelli started with JCH in July of 2006 and is the front desk supervisor.

She has worked in the medical field for over two years.

Shelli enjoys her co-workers at JCH. She says they are “wonderful people who love Jesus and will help in any way they can.” She also enjoys meeting and serving patients.

Her view on practicing “Family Medicine with a Focus on Christ” is: Jesus Christ is the ultimate healer and He’s the Truth that sets us free from sin. When Jesus Christ is the center of the Doctor’s office it helps us serve and encourage patients with wisdom and hope for their future.

Shelli is happily married and is enjoying living in Kentucky. She has served several churches that reach out to different communities along with serving on college campuses, homeless shelters, and in other nations for Jesus Christ.

Luci started at JCH in April of 2007 as part of the front office team.

Luci says that the atmosphere at JCH is very caring of staff as well as patients. It is a wonderful place to work.

She says that practicing “Family Medicine with a Focus on Christ” means that JCH knows that a “Higher Power” is their partner in the healing process. They care about the whole person; emotional, spiritual, as well as physical.

Luci is married and has three children who are married. She has three precious grandchildren.

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Rebecca has worked as a part time Medical Assistant at JCH since the summer of 2005.

She is graduating with degree from the University of Kentucky College Of Nursing and hopes to use her nursing degree in some kind of mission work. She has worked in the medical field for four years.

Rebecca on working at JCH: “I love working with such awesome people, and the town of Wilmore is nice.”

She says that to her practicing “Family Medicine with the Focus on Christ” means giving glory to Jesus Christ in everything we do, and caring for patients as if we were caring for Christ himself.

Rebecca lives at home with her parents, two brothers, one sister, and a goldfish. She has done volunteer work with the Hope Center, Lexington Rescue Mission, Saint Joseph Hospital, and Nathaniel Mission.

Medical Assistant and office staff (part time) November 2004

Tammy has a BA from the University of Pennsylvania and has worked in the medical field since 2003.

Tammy says that practicing “Family Medicine with the focus on Christ” means that we acknowledge Christ’s work in our lives and our dependence on Him for all of the details. She shares that the people at Jessamine Christian Healthcare are all great.

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