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Extraordinary People: Former U.S. Army Medic Parlays Career to Skilled Nursing
Charlottesville, Va – Dr. David Eki, DO has led a noble career.
He spent the first 8 years of his career in the US Army, serving as a combat medic and special duty chaplain’s assistant.
Dr. Eki then transitioned his path to medicine. He earned a medical degree from the Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine, graduating first in class.
Board-certified in Family Medicine, today he is serving as a Legacy Care medical director for a Charlottesville, Va-based skilled nursing community.
Recently, he had an opportunity to blend both career journeys.
“One of my most memorable experiences I’ve had as a practicing physician is when I had the opportunity to serve refugees evacuated from Afghanistan to Ft. McCoy and later Camp Atterbury,” Dr. Eki said.
When Dr. Eki isn’t caring for his patients, he likes mountain biking, woodworking and walking his two Dachshunds.
Legacy Care’s medical group delivers patient care in healthcare systems, inpatient rehabilitation centers, post-acute care facilities and assisted living communities that are located across the country. We are leaders in transitional healthcare, delivering patient-centered solutions. Our compassionate physicians and advanced care practitioners are dedicated to positive patient outcomes.
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Leadership Promotion for Legacy Care Recruiter
Steve Deighton, MSMSL, was recently promoted to serve as Recruitment Manager. For two decades, Steve has dedicated his career to healthcare recruiting. Before joining Legacy Care in 2018, he owned two search firms and held several senior-level recruiting positions....
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Program Sponsored by VCU School of Medicine & Bon Secours Health System Future family physicians participated in a virtual presentation on wound healing in the geriatrics community, delivered by Legacy Care’s Chief Medical Officer Danny Felty, M.D., FAAFP,...
In the Community: Legacy Care Hosts Educational Series for Florida Healthcare Association
Over the past month, nurse practitioner Julie Miller, Legacy Care's Chief Compliance Officer, hosted several continuing education events on transitional care management for several Florida Healthcare Association chapters around the state."1 out 5 patients discharged...
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Summer Intern Joins Legacy Care
Tori Bird, a rising senior at Appalachian State University, has joined Legacy Care as a Communications and Culture summer intern. Tori is earning a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration, majoring in digital marketing and supply chain management. Among her...
Legacy Care Announces Leadership Promotion
John Paul “JP” Jones was recently promoted to serve as Legacy Care’s Area Vice President. He will be overseeing business development and account management in Virginia, West Virginia and Tennessee. Throughout his career, JP has specialized in post-acute care...
Solutions for Mental Health: Legacy Care Welcomes New Specialist
Richmond, Va. – To help meet the need for mental health support, we welcome our new Partner in Care, Joanna McAbee, PMH-NP, a nationally certified family psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner. She will be working with patients in a skilled nursing facility...
Crushing Care Gaps: Listen to the Legacy Lamp Podcast
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Legacy Care CMO Delivers Wound Healing Presentation to Residents
Program Sponsored by VCU School of Medicine & Bon Secours Health System Future family physicians participated in a virtual presentation on wound healing in the geriatrics community, delivered by Legacy Care’s Chief Medical Officer Danny Felty, M.D., FAAFP, CMD. Through a Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine & Bon Secours Health System St. Francis Family Medicine Residency partnership, Dr. Felty shares best practices and continuing medical...
