Mr. Tony David Echols, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over two decades of nursing experience in acute care, geriatrics, and primary care. He earned his Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing and holds certifications for autonomous practice in Florida. Tony began his healthcare journey serving eight years in the U.S. Army as a Medical Specialist, where he was awarded the Combat Medical Badge during the Persian Gulf War. After his military service, he transitioned into nursing, specializing in long-term and subacute care for more than 22 years. He worked at River Garden Hebrew Home for 18 years, a senior care center in Jacksonville. His professional background includes leadership roles as a nursing supervisor and manager, as well as clinical expertise in internal medicine and pain management. Outside of work, Tony enjoys fishing, spending time with family, and exploring the outdoors.