Our Providers

Dr. Alan Tupponce, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician and Upper Mattaponi tribal citizen who has practiced pediatrics for more than 25 years. He graduated from King William High School in 1981 and went on to obtain his B.S. from Virginia Tech. After serving 5 years in the U.S. Navy as a microbiologist, he attended the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his Pediatric Residency at the Children’s Hospital of Oklahoma.

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Dr. Tupponce has served for 22 years as a Commissioned Officer in U.S. Public Health Service , within the Indian Health Service Department in Phoenix, Arizona. We welcome him to the Family!

Dr. Christina Barrett Hawkins, MD, MPH, is a combined internal medicine-pediatrics (Med-Peds) physician who provides comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages. She is passionate about both acute and preventive care, and values building long-term, trusting relationships with individuals and families. With a background in public health, she has a special interest in the social and community factors that influence health, and is committed to patient-centered, evidence-based care through every stage of life.

Dr. Hawkins completed her undergraduate studies in Biology, Neuroscience, and Spanish at the College of Charleston Honors College in Charleston, SC, followed by her Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health at the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA. She then moved to Morgantown, WV where she completed a 4-year Med-Peds residency at West Virginia University.

New to the Richmond area, in her free time, Dr. Hawkins enjoys exploring the region, spending time outdoors with her family, and getting to know the local community.

Caitlin O’Conner is a dual board-certified family nurse practitioner dedicated to advancing community health through preventative medicine and education. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Westminster College in Salt Lake City, UT and served as an active-duty Army nurse until 2020, gaining invaluable experience and skills in diverse healthcare settings.

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Caitlin furthered her education by earning a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Baylor University in Dallas, TX, where she honed her expertise in clinical practice and healthcare leadership. As a current Army spouse, she understands the unique challenges faced by military families and is committed to serving her community with compassion and dedication.

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Her passion lies in empowering individuals through health education and preventative care, ensuring that patients have the knowledge and resources they need to lead healthier lives. Caitlin is excited to make a positive impact in her community and is eager to contribute her skills and experience to promote wellness for all.

Raven Custalow, MSN, AGPCNP-BC, received her Master’s in Nursing with a specialization in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care from George Washington University. She has provided primary care for the past three years in the rural Northern Neck area.

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Raven is a life-long resident of King William County. She is excited to bring her primary care experience to her local and surrounding area community members.

Jessica Jemison, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, LVT, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who received her Bachelor of Science at Virginia Tech. After many years of working with animals as a licensed veterinary technician, Jessica wanted to expand her knowledge, skill set, and love for helping others to the Nursing field. While working full-time, she completed her associate and master’s degrees in nursing, specializing in Family Medicine. Jessica was formally a Home Health nurse for UMIT Health Services and has a special interest in treating patients who are homebound with limited access to community resources. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her two dogs and cat and explore the City of Richmond.