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About Us

Primary Care Pediatrics, a cornerstone of the Millington community, was founded in June 2000 by Dr. Janice Algea. Dr. Janice's commitment to providing pediatric care to Millington and the surrounding area spans an impressive four decades, a testament to her dedication and expertise.

 

Over the years, generations of families have entrusted their children's health and well-being to her practice, which maintains an enduring reputation of faithful service to our community.

 

The team at Primary Care Pediatrics continues to uphold its mission of compassionate and comprehensive care, embodying a tradition of excellence that has been the hallmark of the practice since its inception.

 

Since 2019, the clinic proudly holds an accreditation from the National Committee of Quality Assurance (NCQA) as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). This prestigious designation highlights our ambition to provide high-quality, patient-centered healthcare.

 

Over the years, our clinic has experienced significant growth, now accounting for over 12,000 patient visits annually. This growth showcases the trust and confidence patients have in the high level of care we provide. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve our community!

Our Values

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Our core values are compassion, integrity, excellence and service.

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Angie Sirmons was recognized as Employee of the Year 2023 at our Annual Christmas Party. This award is a tribute to her dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to our organization spanning over 23 remarkable years. Congratulations, Angie!

Our Providers

Janice S. Algea, MD

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Doctor Janice grew up as a missionary kid in Asunción, Paraguay, South America. Her father, Dr. William Skinner, was a pediatrician and church planter to the Paraguayans and various local indigenous peoples. He founded the Baptist Hospital (Centro Médico Bautista) and Nursing School in Asunción. She left her home in South America to attend Belmont College in Nashville, TN. While a student there, she was inducted into the Epsilon Honor Society and served as president of the Women’s Self-Governing Association.  She graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree and was honored with the Walter Hale Award for Best All-Round Student. 

She was accepted to the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, where she earned her Doctor of Medicine degree. This was followed by a Pediatric internship and residency at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital. 

Afterward, she worked for Pediatrics Associates and the Memphis Shelby County Health Department. She later joined her husband, Dr. Bill, in providing medical care in Millington, then an underserved community. They turned a small duplex home at the corner of Navy Road and Harold Street into a medical clinic. On one side of the duplex, Dr. Janice saw the children, and on the other side, Dr. Bill saw the adults. Later, they incorporated into Peabody Healthcare Group but when the company closed, Dr. Janice continued to serve her patients by opening and operating Primary Care Pediatrics. The practice has continued to grow since it was established in June 2000.

Dr. Janice is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is an Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center. She’s won the “Pediatrician of the Year” Reader's Choice Award by the Millington Star on multiple occasions.

She’s blessed to have three sons, David, Roy, and Christopher. She also delights in having 5 grandsons and 2 granddaughters.

Dr. Janice is also active in serving her church and community. She teaches Awanas at Crossspointe Baptist Church and serves as Auxiliary President of Gideon’s International Millington Camp. In her free time, she enjoys flower gardening, fishing, making homegrown blueberry jam, and feeding and watching hummingbirds. 

During the Pandemic, she helped the practice move locations to its current site and limited her clinic to one day a week, but she is still very active in the day-to-day operations of the practice.

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W. David Algea, MD

"Dr. Dave" is a dedicated pediatrician who returned to his hometown to join Primary Care Pediatrics in 2015. A proud alumnus of the University of Memphis, he holds bachelor's degrees in both biology and fine arts. His academic journey led him to the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, where he earned his medical degree with high honors and secured membership in the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. Furthering his medical training, Dr. Dave completed a rigorous three-year residency training at LeBonheur Children's Hospital. He is also board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, solidifying a commitment to providing the best possible care to his young patients.

Dr. Dave brings with him valuable experience from his previous roles at two Memphis area non-profit organizations: the Church Health Center, where he worked before medical school, and Christ Community Health Services, where he served as a staff pediatrician. His passion for medicine extends beyond local borders, as evidenced by his participation in several medical mission trips to underserved areas of Paraguay and Jamaica. In 2018, he was invited to serve on the Board of Directors for the Paraguay Baptist Medical Center Foundation. This nonprofit organization focuses on raising awareness and funds to support a Paraguayan Hospital, University, community and mobile clinics, as well as health education scholarships. He also serves as the Consulting Physician for the Millington Municipal Schools and is a member of the Shelby County HPV Cancer Prevention RoundTable.

Dr. Dave finds fulfillment in all aspects of pediatrics, with a particular interest in adolescent health, pediatric dermatology, and the emotional and spiritual well-being of his patients. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys writing and spending time with his wife, Kelly, and their four exceptional children.

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Stephen C. Wilson, PNP

Stephen is a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner, bringing to the table 12 years of experience in acute care nursing. His extensive background includes critical care, cardiology, and general surgery, all of which he practiced at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital. Following his tenure in acute care, Stephen transitioned to the primary care setting, where he has been practicing at Primary Care Pediatrics for over 10 years. During his time in primary care, Stephen has developed a special interest in managing asthma and preventing childhood obesity. In addition to his clinical role, Stephen has contributed to the academic field by serving as an adjunct faculty member for Union University's Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program. This role has enabled him to impart his expertise and experience to aspiring healthcare professionals, and he also regularly mentors nurse practitioner students. Away from his professional life, Stephen is a dedicated family man. He and his wife, Megan, are the proud parents of two children, Olivia and Fuller. When he isn't practicing medicine or teaching, Stephen enjoys spending his free time camping, landscaping, and maintaining his fitness through regular training.

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Elaina Hogan, PNP IBCLC

The newest addition to the Primary Care Pediatrics family, Elaina Hogan, joined our practice in 2018. Originally from Chattanooga, she completed undergraduate studies at the University of Memphis, earning bachelor’s degrees in nursing and philosophy. She completed her nurse externship at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital, where she later worked as a NICU nurse for four and a half years with a CCRN certification (critical care registered nurse in neonatology). She earned a Master of Science in pediatric primary care from the University of South Alabama in 2017 and is board-certified as a primary care pediatric nurse practitioner. Elaina is an IBCLC (International Board-Certified Lactation Counselor). She's worked for over 5 years in the Lactation Department at Regional One Health as a lactation nurse. Elaina has served as the president of the Memphis Area Lactation Consultant Association "MALCA" and is an active member of the Memphis chapter of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners.

Elaina lives in Memphis with her husband and two daughters. She enjoys spending time with her family, reading, knitting, and indoor gardening.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

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Caring Child

I LOVE THEM! - Amanda V.

I've been using them for my oldest son, now I use them for my youngest! Very quick, efficient and always patient while we tell them what's going on!"

6 years ago

Child at the Doctor

ABSOLUTELY LOVE - April M.

"Dr. Algea was my peditrician growing up and now my children's. I absolutely love Primary Care Pediatrics...

Thank you primary care for taking care of my babies!!!"

5 years ago

Ear Checkup

EXCELLENT - Jasmine B.

"Excellent staff and doctors. Everyone was very nice, caring, and fast. They were fantastic with my daughter. I highly recommend!"

3 years ago

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