Our Providers:
Dr. Aubrey Fulton, APRN-C, MSN, Dmin: AuVan Clinic-Health and Wellness Group, LLC welcomes Dr. Fulton, founder/owner. Dr. Fulton holds a doctorate in ministry from the Jacksonville Theological Seminary and is a graduate with honors from South University; he is a fully licensed, autonomous board-certified Nurse Practitioner, who brings to the community, his wealth of knowledge. With over 22 years of health care experience, he provides a unique clinical experience, enhanced by his diverse background in healthcare. He is committed to act as a patient advocate, and practice medicine with a holistic approach. Dr. Fulton has been successful in creating a personalized, concierge weight loss and management program (SHED LOSS®) which aims at not only weight loss, but a total body health and wellness. On a personal level, Aubrey holds a Doctorate in Ministry and takes pride in serving others. He loves spending time with his family, building and creating new things. He has active privileges at the Naples Community Hospital (NCH). Dr. Aubrey Fulton is a graduate of Leadership Collier Foundation (LC class of 2025). Dr. Vanessa Fulton APRN-C, PhD: AuVan Clinic-Health and Wellness Group, LLC welcomes Dr. Vanessa Fulton, APRN-C, PhD. Dr. Vanessa Fulton is a graduate with honors from Florida Atlantic University, fully licensed, autonomous board-certified Nurse Practitioner, who brings to the community, her diverse, caring abilities which reflect her continued commitment to continued progress in improving the care of all patients. With over 13 years of health care experience, she provides a unique clinical experience, enhanced by her cultural experience with a focus on: health & wellness, health promotion, disease prevention, patient advocacy, acute and chronic care management. Dr. Vanessa Fulton was a member of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Additionally, she holds Center to Advanced Palliative Care Designations in pain management, symptom management and communication skills. On a personal level, Dr. Vanessa Fulton holds a PhD in Clinical Christian Counseling and enjoys motivational speaking and participating as a Women’s Ministry Leader in the community. In addition to English, she is fluent in French Creole. She enjoys spending time with her family and loves the beautiful landscape of Southwest Florida. She has active privileges at Naples Community Hospital (NCH). Dr. Vanessa Fulton is a graduate of Leadership Collier Foundation (ALC class of 2024). MD: AuVan Clinic-Health and Wellness Group, LLC welcomes Dr. Kathryn Tapper. Dr. Tapper aka Dr. KTap, attended George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, D.C., where she earned her medical degree. She is board certified in Family Medicine and completed her residency training at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, where she also served as chief resident. She is the Chief Medical Officer of Pink Divas United, an organization to support breast cancer survivors and their loved ones. SPECIALTY INTEREST
As a Concierge Physician, Dr. Tapper loves caring for the entire family and treats each patient as a whole. She is also a speaker and health and wellness coach, empowering people to rediscover their path to holistic wellbeing. With over a decade of experience, she uses her passion to positively impact the lives of others by teaching the wisdom gained as a chronic illness patient coupled with her professional expertise as a physician and coach. She has active privileges at our local hospitals: PRMC, NCH.
