Dr. Spady Retires, Dr. Michael Steele joins Everson Family Medicine
After practicing in Everson for 54 years, Dr. Spady retired from his family practice on August 31, 2010.
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Michael Steele joinied the practice at Everson Family Medicine on September 1. Dr. Steele is an experienced family physician who has been practicing medicine in the Tri-Cities area for the past five years. He enjoys outdoor activities, traveling, and hanging out with family and friends. He believes that medical care is a team effort between doctor, staff, and patient, and says that "I am devoted to the care of the whole family and an advocate for the patient."
Dr. Spady wishes to thank his staff and patients for all their faithfulness and entrusting their health care to him over the years. He will miss everyone, but looks forward to starting a new chapter and encourages everyone to see Dr. Steele and Erin Maloney, Physican Assistant at Everson for their medical care. Thank you, Dr. Spady, for 54 years of faithful service. You have left a grand legacy!
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