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Dr. Parks brings over 33 years of experience as an emergency department physician across six states to Oxford Health Systems Primary Care, where she now serves full-time. She has also been the Medical Director for Oxford Paramedics for more than five years, helping guide clinical excellence for our city. Her medical career began as a Registered Nurse and later as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in cardiovascular intensive care, caring for both pediatric and adult open-heart surgery patients. She has completed specialty training in flight medicine, Botox and dermal fillers, and peptide therapy, giving her a well-rounded approach to patient care.

Beyond medicine, Dr. Parks is a juried glass artist, avid kayaker and cyclist, and a proud mother and grandmother. She is passionate about teaching patients how exercise and nutrition can create healthier lifestyles and is known for the positive energy she brings to our team and her patients every day.

Dr. Carol R. Parks

University of South Alabama College of Medicine

Lauren graduated from Jacksonville State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and has spent the past 14 years serving patients in both inpatient and community healthcare settings. Lauren earned a Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, further expanding her clinical expertise.

Outside of work, Lauren is married to her husband, Jake, and together they have two energetic boys, ages 11 and 9, who keep their days full of fun and laughter. As a family, they enjoy riding four-wheelers, spending time on their farm, and making frequent trips to the beach.

University of St. Augustine: MSN / Family Nurse Practitioner

Lauren Pollard, CRNP