Dr. Roosevelt G. Daniel, received a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia and his medical degree from University of Alabama School of Medicine.  Dr. Daniel completed his residency at Brody School of Medicine (East Carolina University).  This residency was in internal medicine and pediatrics.  He is a member of The North Carolina Pediatric Society and The American Academy of Pediatrics.  Dr. Roosevelt Daniel’s gentle and professional manner provides quality health care to his patients and their families in Lee County.

Dr. Miriam Garcellano, Family Practice, received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from Hope College in Holland, Michigan and her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.  She completed her residency in Family Medicine at Providence Hospital.  Dr. Garcellano provides hands on treatment for neck, shoulders and back problems.  She is known for her infectious smile and quality time spent with her patients.

Susan Scouten, APRN-BC, received her Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Cincinnati, and received a Masters of Community Health Nursing and Certificate of Graduate Studies in Family Nursing from the University of South Carolina.  She has professional affiliations with American Nurses Association, South Carolina Nurses Association, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, and Sigma Theta Tau, Alpha Xi Chapter.  She served as director of a Nurse Practitioner staffed primary health care center.  Scouten has worked extensively in the primary health care field since 1982, and has brought to CareSouth Carolina the expertise and compassion that we strive to maintain. 

Betsy Whiteside, APRN-BC, received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from The University of South Carolina Upstate and her Master of Science degree in Nursing from The University of South Carolina College in Columbia.   Betsy is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support and CPR.  Her objective is to provide primary health care to individuals and families of all ages with a focus on wellness, illness prevention, performing physical examinations and treating illnesses.  Her experience includes FNP positions at Carolina Internal Medicine-Mary Black Health System and Family Practice Associates-Mary Black Health System, both in Union, South Carolina. 

Sharon Denise Swinton, LMSW is a licensed clinical counselor for CareSouth-Carolina at the Hartsville site.  Mrs. Swinton completed her undergraduate degree at Benedict College in the field of Social Work. She furthered her education in the School of Social Work at Clark-Atlanta University in Atlanta, Georgia.  Her graduate internship was done at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta where she obtained an interest in HIV/AIDS population in terms of their treatment and care.  Her master's thesis was dealt with the topic of providing treatment to the HIV/AIDS population along with ways of fostering prevention.  She continues her interest in the field as a counselor and an advocate for better treatment services to individuals suffering from AIDS, mental illness, and a variety of other clinical problems.

Tona Tedder, APRN, MSN, FNP-BC, received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and his Master of Science degree in Nursing from The University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina.   Tona is a member of South Carolina Nurses Association and South Carolina Advanced Practice Nurses Council.  She is certified with American Heart Association as Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider, Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider and Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider.  Tona has been working in the healthcare profession for over 30 years, providing care at all ages with an emphasis on health promotion through education and management of patients daily.  She has been responsible for health education for all patients with emphasis on Hypertension, Diabetes, Congestive Heart Failure, Sinusitis, URI, Asthma, GERD, Dermatological Problems, Renal Disease, etc.  Tona is admired and respected by all of her patients because of the quality of care they receive from her.

Phil Perkins, has a Masters Degree in Community Counseling from Georgia State University.  He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Presbyterian College.  Phil holds credentials as a Licensed Master of Social Work, a certified Active Parenting Leader, and certified by the Institute for Reality Therapy. He is also a trainer in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention.  He is affiliated with The Institute for Control Theory, Reality Therapy and Quality Management, The South Carolina Psychological Association, and the National Independent Living Association.

Aquilla Bec, MSN, CPNP, received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Pensacola Christian College where she graduated Magna cum laude and her Master of Science degree in Nursing with a major in the advanced child health specialty from the University of South Alabama.  Ms. Ogburn is a member of Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing.  She is licensed as an advanced practice nurse by the Board of Nursing in South Carolina and licensed as a registered nurse in Florida and South Carolina.  Her gentle and professional manner as a pediatric nurse practitioner provides quality, holistic care to patients and their families.

Dr. Haynes Cain, Family Practice, received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Wofford College and his Medical Degree from the Medical University of South Carolina.  He completed his residency in Family Medicine at Spartanburg General Hospital in 1985.  Since beginning practice with CareSouth Carolina, Dr. Cain has earned patient loyalty by blending his professionalism with a caring approach to delivering family practice.

Dr. Mohamed Noormohideen, Internal Medicine, received his medical degree from Triunelveli Medical College in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, India.  He completed a Residency in Internal Medicine at the Institute of Internal Medicine at Madras Medical College in Chennai, India and as well as a Residency in Internal Medicine at Resurrection-West Lake Hospital in Melrose Park, Ill.  In Ill. Dr. Noormohideen received The Outstanding Resident of the Year in 2005.  He is certified with the American Board of Internal Medicine, and is licensed in the Sate of South Carolina.  He is also a member of American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association.  Dr. Noormohideen has worked in the Bennettsville area since August, 2005 and has a special interest in Cardiology. 

Donna Gail Cain, Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, received her Associate Degree in Nursing from Coastal Carolina College, her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Medical University of South Carolina, Master of Science in Adult Health-Critical Care from the Medical University of South Carolina and her Family Nurse Practitioner also from the Medical University of South Carolina.  Ms. Cain has experience that includes management of Patients with minor acute problems and stable chronic problems as well as minor office surgery.  She is certified as Basic Life Support Provider. 

Vicky L. Peterkin, LMSW is a licensed Master level Social Worker and is the clinical counselor at our Bennettsville site.  Vicky received her Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology from the College of Charleston and her Master of Social work degree form the University of South Carolina.  She believes in providing quality care and service to patients and combines a friendly, genuine, and respectful approach intertwined with professionalism.  She has an array of patients and provides services to children, adolescents, and adults going through various problems and situations.

Dr. Francis V. Acaylar, received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Santo Tomas, College of Science, and his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Santo Tomas, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery.  He completed his residency with New York Medical College Pediatric Residency Program.  He is board certified with the American Board of Pediatrics and licensed with the South Carolina State Board of Medical Examiners.  Dr. Acaylar focuses on primary care to assist our children in achieving the fullest of their potentials through proficient and rational clinical management of childhood illnesses and well care.

Sherry R. Causey, Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, received her Associate Degree in Nursing from the University of South Carolina and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Medical University of South Carolina.  She attained her Master of Science Degree in Nursing from East Carolina University. While getting her Masters, she did a practicum with the Diabetes of America Program.  She has also been an instructor at Lenoir Community College, where she was the recipient of Excellence in Teaching Award.  Causey’s experience helps her access, diagnosis, monitor, coordinate and manage the health/illness status of patients over time.  She is well-rounded at using community resources in evaluating patient needs, initiating referrals and coordinating their care.

Toni Graves, LMSW, MPA, received her Bachelor of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, her Masters of Public Administration from Central Michigan University in Fayetteville.  She received her Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of South Carolina.  Toni is in the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and has received many awards, among them are Dean’s List, Chancellor’s List, Who’s Who Among American Universities & Colleges, University Marshall and Maurice Boden-Holocaust Memorial Scholarship.  Toni had additional training in conflict management, and Parent education.  She is committed to improving culturally competent methods for building rural minority health.  Toni is experienced in managed care and it’s impact on families and how to make it work.

Dr. George Moore, Jr., Family Medicine, received his premedical degree from Wofford College and his Medical Degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.  Dr. Moore underwent his residency at Greenville Memorial Hospital and served with the United States Navy as Lieutenant Commander of their Medical Core.  He has been serving the McColl area in healthcare since 1973.  Dr. Moore is a certified instructor for ACLS and is ATLS certified.

Sylvia McKoy, RN, MSN, FNP-BC, has worked in healthcare for over 25 years.  She has been with CareSouth Carolina since 2002, working at our McColl site.  Ms. McKoy has experience providing urgent health care to patients in the Emergency Room setting.  She is also experienced with providing services in Home Health, Child Health, and Family Planning.  Ms. McKoy has demonstrated a compassionate attitude toward her patients through her knowledge and kindness.

Elizabeth Brown, LMSW, received her Bachelor of Social Work degree from Coker College in Hartsville, SC and her Masters in Social Work from the University of Couth Carolina in Columbia, SC.  Elizabeth has been employed with CareSouth Carolina as a Patient Advocate in Society Hill.  She will be providing Counseling in McColl and working with the elderly and those with disabilities and special needs, finding resources to enhance their quality of life.

Cheryl Lynette Watson, has a Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology, with a Minor in Africana Studies.  She received Masters of Social Work from Adelphi University.  As a clinical social worker, Cheryl provided educational and advocacy services for patients and their families, she has provided group, individual, and family counseling services for school age students.  Cheryl has become a asset of our Chesterfield site by affecting positive change in her patients lives by the application of her social work skills and experiences.