John Verheul, MD, MPH is a Family Physician with over 28 years of experience in the greater Richmond, VA area. He completed his undergraduate training with honors at Hope College in Michigan, before returning to his native country to graduate summa cum laude from medical school at the Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam in 1984. After obtaining certifications in primary care and occupational medicine in Europe, he completed his residency in Family Practice as Chief Resident of the Chesterfield Family Practice Residency Program in 1988. He subsequently went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Health at Virginia Commonwealth University in 1992.
Dr. Verheul was a physician with Family Practice Associates from 1988 until 2013. He then transitioned into his concierge practice with SignatureMD and is also co-owner of CompassMD, a firm specializing in occupational health needs. As such, he has been the Medical Director for the Virginia State Police for many years and provides health care to many local and regional police and firefighter organizations. He is also certified as a Medical Review Officer.
Besides his love of primary care and occupational medicine, he holds an appointment as Associate Clinical Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. He regularly teaches the finer aspects of Family Medicine to both medical and nurse practitioner students through programs at both Virginia Commonwealth University and affiliated health programs at the University of Virginia and Eastern Virginia School of Medicine. He was voted a “TOP DOC” in Family Medicine by his peers as published in the RICHMOND MAGAZINE in April, 2010.
Dr. Verheul enjoys traveling and has done so extensively through his MPH training, having provided volunteer care in Brazil, the Caribbean and Eastern Europe. He is fluent in Dutch, conversant in German and frequently returns to see his extended family in the Netherlands. He is a licensed pilot and has in the past been approved as an FAA Regional Flight Examiner. He has three wonderful children and is an accomplished jazz pianist. You may just hear him play locally at various clubs and social functions!
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Dr. K. Robert Stringer is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and began practicing in 1977. Before joining HealthVisionsMD, Dr. Stringer founded James River Internists, where he provided care to the community for several decades.
With a deep commitment to his patients, Dr. Stringer is especially passionate about managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, weight control, and mood disorders. He values the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients while staying current in an ever-evolving field of medicine. His approach is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and a lifelong desire to help others.
Early in his career, Dr. Stringer served as a medical missionary in Japan, an experience that helped shape his inclusive and patient-centered philosophy of care. In addition to speaking English, he has a smattering of Spanish and Japanese, which helps him connect with a diverse patient population.
Dr. Cook graduated from the Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1979. He practiced in Henrico Va at his own family practice for over 50 years serving the wellness of his dedicated patients as they were seeking personalized care, peace of mind, and a level of attention and services for them and their family.
Courtney Wyatt is a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) who graduated from Liberty University. Residing in Chesterfield, Virginia, she is deeply committed to providing comprehensive healthcare to her patients. With over ten years of nursing experience, including expertise in neurology and critical care, Courtney has honed a well-rounded approach to patient care. She has a particular passion for complete wellness and helping individuals become the best versions of themselves through integrative care, focusing on treating the whole person for better overall health. In addition to her medical career, she enjoys playing the piano at her church, where she shares her musical talents. She is married to her best friend, Noah, and together they are raising their vibrant 6-year-old daughter. Their family is completed by a loving black lab. Outside of work and family, Courtney has a passion for retail therapy, cooking, reading, and trying new foods, always seeking to explore the world around her. She is now accepting new patients.
Alex Tatro is a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with over two years of experience providing comprehensive, compassionate care to patients of all ages. Originally from New Mexico, Alex has called Virginia home for the past 22 years.
Before becoming an FNP, she built a strong foundation in neurology nursing, spending eight years as a registered nurse at Johnston-Willis Hospital and VCU Health. Her background in neurology informs her thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to patient care today.
Alexandra earned both her Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner degrees from South University. She is passionate about making a meaningful difference in her patients’ lives—whether by being a supportive listener, managing new or chronic health concerns, or connecting patients with the resources and care they need.
Outside of the clinic, Alex enjoys spending quality time with her husband, children, and dog. She also loves trips to the beach and hunting.
She is currently accepting new patients and is available for appointments on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8 AM to 6 PM.
With more than 20 years of healthcare experience, Tonya has had the privilege of caring for patients through many different stages and circumstances of life. Her experience includes Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Long-Term Care, and healthcare education, giving her a broad perspective on the many factors that influence a person’s health and quality of life. Tonya believes healthcare is about much more than treating a diagnosis. She takes the time to listen, understand each patient as an individual, and build relationships based on trust, compassion, and respect. Her goal is to make every patient feel heard, supported, and comfortable participating in their own healthcare decisions. Outside of healthcare, Tonya enjoys reading by the pool, shopping, and spending time with her family.
Hanna Yang, MSN, FNP-C, is a family nurse practitioner with a background in nursing and a strong commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Virginia Commonwealth University and is nationally certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Before becoming an NP, Hanna worked as a registered nurse in Korea and has also been actively involved in community health outreach, providing education and support for patients with conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and prediabetes. She is especially passionate about preventive care, chronic disease management, and helping patients understand their health in a clear, practical, and approachable way. As a native Korean speaker, Hanna is also dedicated to improving access to care for Korean-speaking and other diverse patient populations.
Hanna Yang(MSN, FNP-C)은 간호학적 전문 지식을 바탕으로 환자 중심의 근거 기반 진료를 실천하는 가정 전문 간호사(Family Nurse Practitioner)입니다. 그녀는 버지니아 커먼웰스 대학교(Virginia Commonwealth University)에서 간호학 석사 학위를 취득했으며, 가정 전문 간호사로서 국가 공인 자격을 보유하고 있습니다. 전문 간호사가 되기 전에는 한국에서 정간호사(RN)로 근무했으며, 고혈압, 당뇨병, 당뇨병 전단계 등의 질환을 앓는 환자들에게 교육과 지원을 제공하는 지역사회 보건 활동에도 적극적으로 참여해 왔습니다. 그녀는 특히 예방적 진료와 만성 질환 관리에 깊은 관심을 가지고 있으며, 환자들이 자신의 건강 상태를 명확하고 실용적이며 이해하기 쉬운 방식으로 파악할 수 있도록 돕는 데 열정을 쏟고 있습니다. 한국어 원어민인 Hanna는 한국어 사용자를 비롯한 다양한 배경의 환자들이 의료 서비스에 더 쉽게 접근할 수 있도록 힘쓰고 있습니다.