Douglas P. McBride, MD, FAAP, FAAEP
Board-certified in Pediatrics & Emergency Medicine
A board-certified physician in both Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine with more than 30 years of clinical experience. A graduate of Ross University School of Medicine, he also holds a master's degree in Neurophysiology from Ross University and a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Biochemistry from Queen's University, Canada. Dr. McBride has served over 10 years as an Associate Professor at both Louisiana State University and William Carey University Schools of Medicine, mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals.
In addition to his medical career, Dr. McBride is a retired U.S. Army Colonel and a former law enforcement officer with 15 years of service. A lifelong martial artist with over 40 years of training, he has also completed ten Ironman triathlons and authored two autobiographies.
your kids' doctor
30+
years of clinical experience
10×
Ironman triathlons
150k+
COVID-19 vaccinations supervised
50
nurses led in COVID response
Jennifer L. McBride, RN
Chief Nursing Officer · Incident Commander · Charge Nurse
An experienced registered nurse and healthcare leader with a diverse background in nursing administration, emergency response, public health, hospital care, home health, and pediatric urgent care. She has demonstrated expertise in directing nursing teams and managing clinical operations in fast-paced, high-stress environments.
Jennifer has served in multiple leadership positions, including Chief Nursing Officer, Incident Commander, Lead RN, and Charge Nurse. During the COVID-19 response, she led large-scale vaccination, testing, and treatment operations, including supervising a team of 50 registered nurses that administered more than 150,000 COVID-19 vaccinations.
Her clinical experience includes pediatric urgent care, medical-surgical and psychiatric nursing, IV therapy, wound care, home health, and disaster response. She also brings extensive business and management experience as an owner and manager, with responsibilities including personnel supervision, payroll, scheduling, regulatory compliance, procurement, and daily operations.
Jennifer holds an Associate's Degree in Nursing and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and has additional training in emergency preparedness and incident command.
Jessica Fuqua, CRNP, MSN
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner — urgent care
Jessica Fuqua is a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of nursing experience, including over two years as a Nurse Practitioner in urgent care. Her diverse clinical background includes urgent care, oncology, medical-surgical nursing, urology, and geriatric care.
Jessica is passionate about providing compassionate, individualized care to children and their families. As both a healthcare provider and a mother, she strives to meet children where they are, helping them feel safe, heard, and cared for while addressing their medical needs. She also values parent education and takes time to listen, explain diagnoses and treatment plans, and ensure families feel informed and confident in their child's care.
20+
years of nursing experience
provider & mom
20+
years in the medical field
MSN
Walden University
Dena Perry, CRNP
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Dena Perry is a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and patient-centered care. With more than 20 years of experience in the medical field, Dena brings extensive clinical knowledge and a genuine commitment to improving the health and well-being of every patient she serves.
Dena earned her undergraduate degree in Nursing from the University of Mobile in Mobile, Alabama, in 2003. She later obtained her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Katie Erickson, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner
As a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), I bring over two decades of comprehensive clinical experience to my patient care. I earned my undergraduate degree from Texas Christian University in 2000 and completed my graduate studies at Texas Woman's University in 2008.
My career has been defined by a diverse range of clinical settings, allowing me to develop a well-rounded perspective on patient health. My foundational experience as a registered nurse included roles in Obstetrics, Pain Management, and physical rehabilitation. Since transitioning into advanced practice, I have specialized in Geriatrics, Pain Management, Weight Loss, and Urgent Care.
I am committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and am passionate about helping my patients achieve their health and wellness goals through evidence-based practice and compassionate support.
20+
years of clinical experience
TCU · TWU
undergrad 2000 · graduate 2008
UVA
bachelor's & master's
emergency & pediatric EM
Shelli Paul, EMNP
Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner
A dedicated Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner with a strong commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care, Shelli earned both a Bachelor's and Master's degree from the University of Virginia.
Her career rooted in emergency medicine, pediatric emergency medicine, urgent care and education, she brings clinical expertise, professionalism, and genuine compassion to every patient and family she serves.
Cristie K, Office Manager
The friendly first face of Treehouse
Has been in Patient Care Services for 5 years now and worked in Hospital and Urgent Care settings including Radiology, ER, Outpatient Services, ATC, and other modalities as assigned.
Takes great pride in providing the best customer service to all patients.
5
years in patient care services
PCT · ACLS
licensed while in high school
Millie Snow, PCT, MA
Patient Care Technician & nursing student
A dedicated and compassionate nursing student at Coastal Alabama Community College, with a strong passion for patient care and healthcare. Millie earned her Patient Care Technician (PCT) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) licenses while still in high school, and completed three years of hands-on sports medicine experience. Her clinical exposure includes internships with Baldwin Health, Encore Physical Therapy, and local dental offices, as well as more than six months of shadowing alongside a home health nurse.
These experiences have provided her with a well-rounded foundation in patient care, clinical environments, and healthcare teamwork. She is committed to continuing to grow her skills and making a positive difference in the lives of her patients.
Iris Fitts
Credentialing & compliance specialist
Iris Fitts brings extensive healthcare experience with a strong background in medical clinic organization, physician credentialing, and regulatory compliance. She has extensive knowledge of the physician credentialing process, including application review, committee evaluation, privileging, and final Board approval.
Iris is experienced in maintaining medical staff compliance with Joint Commission (JCAHO) standards and ensuring clinics operate efficiently, professionally, and in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Her healthcare experience includes working with University of Alabama Hospital, St. Vincent's Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama, and Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. Her expertise, attention to detail, and knowledge of healthcare operations make her a valuable resource in establishing and maintaining organized, compliant medical practices.
JCAHO
compliance expertise
3
years hands-on patient care
ACLS
+ nurse delegation & mental health
Katie Jordan, MA
Nursing Assistant
Katie is a compassionate and dedicated Nursing Assistant with three years of hands-on experience in patient care. She holds certifications in Nurse Delegation, Mental Health, and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Her healthcare experience includes working in hospital, urgent care, and home health settings.
Katie earned her nursing assistant certification in Washington State and has also gained clinical experience in North Carolina. These diverse experiences have provided her with a strong foundation in patient care, communication, and working alongside healthcare teams.
Katie is passionate about creating a safe, comfortable, and positive experience for every patient and family. She especially enjoys working with children and is excited to continue growing in pediatric healthcare while making a meaningful difference in the lives of her patients.
Credentials parents can trust.
Board-Certified — Twice Over
Board-certified in both Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine, with more than 30 years of clinical experience.
Ross University School of Medicine
Medical degree, plus a master's degree in Neurophysiology from Ross University.
Queen's University, Canada
Bachelor of Science in Biology and Biochemistry.
10+ Years Teaching Doctors
Associate Professor at both Louisiana State University and William Carey University Schools of Medicine, mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals.
A lifetime of service — and a few finish lines.
Retired U.S. Army Colonel
Former law enforcement officer — 15 years of service
Lifelong martial artist — over 40 years of training
Ten Ironman triathlons completed
Author of two autobiographies
Your child is in experienced hands.
Register online before you leave the house, or just walk in — Dr. McBride and the Treehouse team are ready.