About Dr. Kyle Strickland

I was born and raised in Orlando, FL but have lived all over from Honduras to Italy during my service in the Air Force. It was during my time spent in Honduras that I met my wife and gained a focus on helping underserved communities. After leaving the military I returned to Orlando and completed both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the University of Central Florida. I attended Nova Southeastern University for my Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine.

My decision to pursue a career in Family Medicine stemmed from its broad scope, which allows me to provide comprehensive care and assist my patients in achieving the highest possible quality of life. As a passionate patient advocate, I firmly believe in empowering individuals through education and involving them in the decision-making process regarding their healthcare.

Outside of my professional life, I find great joy in spending time with my loving wife and our beloved pet. I am also enthusiastic about cooking, learning to play the piano, and exploring new destinations and cultures through travel. These personal interests not only contribute to my overall well-being but also enhance my ability to connect with patients on a deeper level.

About Dr. Hrishita Tiwari

I grew up in Texas- intially in Corpus Christi by the coast and later in the DFW metroplex. I consider Arlington my hometown. I pursued my B.S. in Biology at The University of Texas at Dallas. During my time there I also worked on minors in Spanish and Political Science. I am also fluent in Hindi. I have worked various internships working for the Perot Museum of Science in their anthropology department, Friends of the Global Fight in Washington, D.C. to address global health initiatives and in Congresswomen Eddie Bernice Johnson’s District office to better my community.

I recently graduated from Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in May as part of their inaugural class. I am a certified bibliophile and love books from all genres.

I am particularly passionate about bringing holistic healthcare to underserved populations. I am eager to merge my medical knowledge, research skills and passion for public service to contribute to the community through collaborative initiatives and patient-focused healthcare solutions.

About Dr. Franklin Turner

I grew up in Braselton, Georgia and attended Elon University in North Carolina after high school where I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry. I then pursued a post graduate course of study and attained a Master of Chemistry degree focused and based in research involving the isolation of fungal compounds for potential use in cancer therapy.

Extending life expectancy and increasing quality of life attracted me to the practice of medicine. I began my medical education at Trinity Medical Sciences University in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and later completed my clinical rotations through the American University of Integrative Sciences in various locations across Georgia and Virginia.

My interest in medicine was first sparked during a shadowing experience in cardiology, where I became intrigued by opportunities to advance the treatment of coronary artery disease. This curiosity led to meaningful research, strong mentorship, and personal challenges including the support of families through medical crises from a distance.

This deepened my resolve to become a physician. I am now honored to continue my journey into Family Medicine at Memorial Hospital here in Gulfport, Mississippi. I desire to become a well-rounded physician with a broad scope of clinical knowledge.

Family medicine offers the unique privilege of caring for patients of all ages and building lasting relationships that promote long-term health and well-being. My goal is to provide comprehensive, compassionate care while fostering strong community ties.

Outside of my pursuit of a medical career, I enjoy learning to fly, exploring new places, and spending quality time with my fiancée.