Healthcare works best when it is built on a partnership. While treating illness is certainly an important part of medicine, the best care goes beyond addressing symptoms. It focuses on preventing disease, managing chronic conditions, coordinating specialty care, and helping patients make informed decisions that support lifelong health.
At Cullman Internal Medicine, healthcare is a team effort. For 50 years, our practice has served the Cullman community by bringing together physicians, nurse practitioners, counselors, specialists, nurses, and diagnostic professionals who work together to provide comprehensive care for adults. Rather than sending patients to multiple offices for routine healthcare needs, many services are available under one roof, making it easier to receive coordinated, high-quality care.
More Than a Primary Care Office
When most people think of an internal medicine practice, they picture annual wellness visits or treatment for common illnesses. While those services remain the foundation of patient care, Cullman Internal Medicine offers much more.
Our practice focuses on caring for adults through every stage of life. Whether you’re managing high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, sleep concerns, or simply trying to stay healthy as you age, your healthcare team works together to create a personalized plan that fits your needs.
Instead of approaching each health concern separately, providers consider how every aspect of your health affects the whole picture. This coordinated approach often leads to earlier detection of problems, better disease management, and improved long-term outcomes.
A Team That Works Together
One of the greatest strengths of Cullman Internal Medicine is the collaborative approach among providers. Physicians and certified nurse practitioners work closely together, sharing knowledge and coordinating treatment plans to ensure patients receive consistent, comprehensive care.
Behind every provider is an experienced team of registered nurses, CRNPs, medical assistants, diagnostic technicians, and administrative staff who help keep every aspect of your care running smoothly. From scheduling preventive screenings to reviewing lab results and coordinating referrals when necessary, every member of the team plays an important role in your healthcare experience.
You can think of Cullman Internal Medicine as your home base for healthcare.
Comprehensive Medical Services for Established Patients
As an established patient, you have access to a wide variety of healthcare services that go well beyond routine office visits.
Preventive care remains one of the cornerstones of the practice. Annual wellness visits, health screenings, immunizations, and routine physical exams help identify potential health concerns before they become more serious. These visits also provide an opportunity to discuss nutrition, exercise, medications, and lifestyle habits that support long-term wellness.
For patients living with chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, COPD, asthma, or heart disease, ongoing disease management helps keep conditions under control while reducing the risk of complications. Regular monitoring allows providers to adjust treatment plans as your health changes over time.
Cullman Internal Medicine also provides care for acute illnesses when established patients become sick. Whether you’re dealing with respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, seasonal illnesses, or other common medical concerns, having an established relationship with your provider allows your care team to understand your medical history and recommend appropriate treatment quickly.
Specialty Care Without Leaving the Practice
Another benefit to our team approach is access to several specialty services within the same practice.
Patients who struggle with breathing problems or chronic lung disease can receive pulmonary medicine services. Those experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness, loud snoring, or suspected sleep apnea can benefit from specialized sleep medicine evaluations and treatment.
For individuals working toward healthier weight management, bariatric medicine provides medical guidance and personalized treatment strategies. Patients with arthritis, autoimmune disorders, and chronic joint pain may receive rheumatology care, while sports medicine services help evaluate and treat injuries related to physical activity.
Cullman Internal Medicine also offers acupuncture as part of its comprehensive approach to patient care, providing another option that may help manage certain types of chronic pain and other conditions when appropriate.
While we do offer all of these services for our established patients, we would like to note that our diabetes management specialty, pulmonary and sleep services, sports medicine services, and our counseling practice accept referrals from outside our clinic, creating even more room for those who need assistance in these areas.
On-Site Diagnostic Testing Saves Time
One of the biggest advantages of receiving care at Cullman Internal Medicine is access to numerous diagnostic services without traveling to multiple facilities.
Depending on your healthcare needs, your provider may recommend digital X-rays, bone density testing, mammography, cardiac testing, nuclear medicine studies, or ultrasound imaging. Having these services available within the practice often means faster scheduling, quicker results, and better communication between your provider and the diagnostic team.
This streamlined process allows your healthcare team to make timely decisions and begin treatment sooner when necessary.
Caring for Both Physical and Emotional Health
Good health isn’t limited to physical wellness. Emotional and mental well-being play an important role in overall health, and Cullman Internal Medicine recognizes that connection.
Established patients have access to counseling services through Licensed Professional Counselor Clark Still, LPC. Whether someone is experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, or increased stress, counseling can become an important part of a comprehensive healthcare plan.
By integrating behavioral health into primary care, patients have another valuable resource available within a familiar healthcare setting, making it easier to address both physical and emotional concerns together.
Healthcare That Grows with You
Healthcare needs change throughout adulthood. A healthy 30-year-old may primarily need preventive care and wellness screenings, while someone in their 50s or 60s may begin managing chronic medical conditions or require additional preventive testing.
Because Cullman Internal Medicine develops long-term relationships with patients, providers become familiar with your medical history, medications, family history, and personal health goals. This continuity of care allows your healthcare team to recognize changes more quickly and recommend preventive strategies before small concerns become larger problems.
Rather than reacting to illness, the goal is to help patients stay as healthy and active as possible throughout every stage of life.
Your Partner in Better Health
Choosing a primary care provider is about more than finding someone to see when you’re sick. It’s about building a long-term partnership with a team that understands your health, listens to your concerns, and works alongside you to help you reach your wellness goals.
At Cullman Internal Medicine, that partnership includes experienced physicians, nurse practitioners, specialists, counselors, diagnostic professionals, and support staff who collaborate to provide coordinated, compassionate care. From preventive medicine and chronic disease management to specialty services and advanced diagnostic testing, patients have access to comprehensive healthcare in one convenient location.
Your health is a lifelong journey, and having a trusted team by your side can make all the difference. Whether you’re focused on prevention, managing an ongoing condition, or simply maintaining your quality of life, Cullman Internal Medicine is committed to providing the coordinated care and personalized attention you deserve.
Bethany is a board-certified family medicine Nurse Practitioner. She grew up in Cullman, watching her father, a physician, and her mother, a nurse, care for patients with both their hearts and hands. She learned from them that not only working hard, but loving and treating patients like family would develop the career that best suited her desire to help others. She has been caring for patients at Cullman Internal Medicine for 25 years. Building long-lasting relationships with her patients is important to her, and she genuinely enjoys being a part of their lives. She strives to provide compassionate, competent medical care which fosters an environment of mutual trust and respect.
Bobi Jo Creel is a board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ANCC-ACNP) with over 20 years of nursing experience. Born and raised in Cullman County, Alabama, she is deeply committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to adults and seniors in her local community.
Alicia is from Thomasville, Ga, but practiced in Burlington, Iowa from 2017 until joining Cullman Internal Medicine in 2025. Most of Alicia’s experience is in rural primary healthcare, which is where she learned of her passion for caring for patients with diabetes. From 2023 – 2025, her sole focus was assisting individuals in manage their condition more effectively, with a strong emphasis on long-term health and prevention of complications.
Pam is a lifelong resident of Marshall County and a graduate of Albertville High School, Class of 1976. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1981. Pam began her career in emergency and critical care nursing, serving in both the ER and ICU. When Marshall Medical Center North (MMCN) opened in 1990, she became the Nurse Manager of the ICU.
Stacey Varden is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner who works alongside Dr. Jeremy Stidham in Internal Medicine. She earned her Master’s degree in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and collectively has over 18 years of nursing experience. Before becoming a Nurse Practitioner, she served as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at Children’s of Alabama, where she developed a strong foundation in acute and compassionate patient care.
Lorie Jones is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner born & raised in Cullman, Alabama. Her nursing career began in 1997 after earning her Licensed Practical Nursing diploma from Wallace State Community College, followed by an Associate Degree in Nursing in 2000. She gained extensive clinical experience working at both Woodland Medical Center and Cullman Regional Medical Center before advancing her education to become a nurse practitioner.
Mollie Dockery, MSN, FNP-C, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for providing compassionate, evidence-based care to patients of all ages. With over 14 years of nursing experience and two years in advanced practice, Mollie brings a deep understanding of patient needs, especially in managing chronic conditions and promoting preventive health. Her approach is rooted in empathy, education, and a strong commitment to individualized care.
Kristy is known for providing personalized, expert care in Sleep and Lung Health, where she empowers patients thru education, awareness, supportive listening and compassionate guidance. A Cullman native, Kristy is deeply rooted in our community and shares a sincere
With over 15 years of nursing experience, Nancy Cornell is a dedicated and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner (NP) committed to providing high-quality care to her patients. After earning a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Western Governors University in 2017, she went on to complete her Master’s degree in Nursing in 2022. For two years, Nancy has been a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, applying her expertise in community urgent care to treat a diverse range of health needs.
Clark Still is a Licensed Professional Counselor with Cullman Internal Medicine. Clark is also the founder of New Beginnings Counseling of Cullman. He specializes in Christian-Based Professional Counseling.
Charlie Thornton has spent more than 24 years caring for others in a variety of healthcare roles—including paramedic, registered nurse, and for the past 10 years, nurse practitioner. He began his training at Wallace State Community College, completed his nursing degree at Jacksonville State University, and went on to earn graduate degrees from the University of South Alabama, where he became board certified as both a Family Nurse Practitioner and an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
Jeremy Stidham, M.D., is a board-certified internal medicine physician who has been caring for patients in Cullman for more than 15 years. He currently serves as President of Cullman Internal Medicine and the Cullman Physician Alliance, where he works alongside a team of dedicated colleagues to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
Nathan is a highly experienced Nurse Practitioner with a rich background spanning over two decades in healthcare. For the past ten years, Nathan has been a vital part of the CIM team as a Nurse Practitioner, also serving as a hospitalist nurse practitioner when needed. His extensive foundation was built over 19 years as a critical care registered nurse. Nathan is an alumnus of Wallace State Community College (RN), Jacksonville State College (BSN), and UAB (MSN), holding his nurse practitioner certification from the ANCC.
Dr. Benjamin Rogers obtained a degree in Classical Studies from Hillsdale College before attending medical school at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. He then completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Wake Forest University. He joined Cullman Internal Medicine in 2012.
Morgan McHugh, CRNP, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a special focus on diabetes management. A native of Hartselle, Alabama, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama in Huntsville.
Dr. Erin Britt is a compassionate physician proudly serving her local community as a hometown provider. Raised in Cullman, Alabama, Dr. Britt graduated from Cullman High School. Her desire to care for others lead to enrollment at the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM), where she earned her medical degree.
The goal of my practice is to help patients achieve optimal health. Eating a balanced diet, exercising, taking care of our mental health, and achieving quality sleep are all crucial for feeling good and living a healthy, enjoyable life. However, sometimes weight gain and hormone imbalances can get in the way.
Naykala is a Triple Board-Certified physician with over 25yrs of experience, dedicated to delivering comprehensive patient-centered care. Her practice emphasizes a whole-body approach, combining traditional Internal Medicine with advanced training in Obesity Medicine and Medical Acupuncture. She evaluates complex medical conditions with a focus on identifying root causes–especially those contributing to weight gain—and provides thoughtful, integrative treatment plans. Naykala’s 10 years of service in the U.S. Air Force deepened her commitment to non-pharmacologic pain management, and acupuncture has become a meaningful part of how she cares for patients.
Dr Parker grew up in Cullman County and attended West Point High School. His path to medicine was not direct. After high school, He attended Wallace State Community college and received an associates degree in business. Shortly after graduating Brian was married to his wife Karen. Unsure of what to do next he left his job as a butcher for the local Walmart distribution center where he would work for the next 7 years. After reflecting on his goals and desire to help others he decided to pursue medicine.
Dr. Vintson is a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician originally from Cullman. She graduated medical school from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Auburn, AL, and completed residency training at UAB Family Medicine in Huntsville. Dr. Vintson practices medicine seeing the patient as a whole person, understanding there are many components of one’s life that affects overall health and wellness. She loves seeing a variety of patient ages throughout her day and feels this is what makes family medicine and primary care so special. In addition to routine primary care she especially enjoys women’s health and preventative medicine, including Pap smears and menopause care, as well as diabetes management, nutrition, and mental health care. Dr. Vintson loves the Lord and enjoys time on the lake with her family, fishing, hunting, gardening, and podcasts. She has two young children and a loving husband of 12 years.
Dr. Adam Harrison is proud to serve his hometown of Cullman as a dedicated physician. A local from East Elementary through Cullman High, he earned his Biomedical Sciences degree from Auburn University, completed medical school at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and his residency at UAB Huntsville Family Medicine. Drawn by the opportunity to give back to his community, Dr. Harrison chose to build his career at Cullman Internal Medicine.