Arizona Community Physicians

05/13/2026

Welcoming Emily Norman ANP to Camp Lowell Medical Specialist Effective 07/01/2026. Emily Norman is an Adult–Geriatric Nurse Practitioner who earned her graduate degree from Marquette University in 2011. She began her nursing career in 2004 as a registered nurse, working in a hospital setting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Since becoming a nurse practitioner, Emily has practiced primary care and internal medicine across a variety of settings, including long-term care, rehabilitation, and outpatient clinics. Her experience spans multiple regions, including Duluth, Minnesota;
northern Wisconsin; the Phoenix East Valley; and Prescott, Arizona, where she cared for adult patients with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.

Emily recently relocated to Tucson and joined Camp Lowell Medical Specialists with Arizona Community Physicians. She was drawn to the practice’s team-based approach to patient care and its strong focus on internal medicine. Her clinical interests include chronic
disease management, preventive care, and supporting patients in making sustainable, healthy lifestyle choices.

Call Camp Lowell Medical Specialists to schedule appointments at 520-547-9700

05/05/2026

Please Welcome Laura Kennicutt, DNP, FNP-C, to Pima Endocrinology effective 05/18/2026.

Laura was born in Minnesota and grew up in Tucson, Arizona. She attended the University of Arizona College of Nursing for her Masters Entry to Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees. She has served patients across the lifespan as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Saguaro Eastside Medical Group, in addition to helping shape future generations of nursing professionals as a faculty member at the University of Arizona. She was also chosen as one of Tucson’s Fab 50 Nurses in 2025. She believes that health and wellness are not a goal, but a lifelong journey. She will see patients 18 years of age and older.

Call the office today to schedule your appointment.
Telephone: (520) 886-5534

04/23/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Today, we proudly recognize the incredible individuals who keep everything running seamlessly behind the scenes.
To our Administrative Assistants, Executive Assistants, Front Office Coordinators, Schedulers, Billing and Coding Specialists, Insurance and Verification Specialists, Referral and Medical Records Specialists, and Accounts Payable and Collection Coordinators — your hard work, positivity, and attention to detail are truly the foundation of Arizona Community Physicians.
Your contributions make a meaningful difference every day, and we are so grateful for all that you do. Thank you for your dedication and for being such an essential part of our team! 💙

04/03/2026

This week, Oro Valley Family Practice proudly celebrated a very special milestone — Dr. Rash and Pam’s 25th anniversary of practicing medicine and Pam has been a staff member of hers for the entire journey! 🎉

For a quarter of a century, they have shown unwavering dedication, compassion, and commitment to caring for our community. Their impact on the lives of patients and families over the years is truly remarkable.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Rash and Pam on 25 incredible years of service. We are so grateful for everything they do and look forward to many more years ahead! 💙

04/02/2026

Please Welcome Andrea Craig, DNP, FNP-BC, to El Dorado Internal Family Medicine.

Andrea Craig, DNP, FNP-BC (she/her) is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with nearly 15 years of experience as a registered nurse, plus additional years in healthcare through volunteer work and a strong family legacy in medicine. Inspired by her mother, a nurse, and her grandparents, a physician and a nurse, she developed an early and enduring commitment to patient care.
Throughout her nursing career, Andrea has built a broad clinical foundation and a deep commitment to patient-centered care. She is especially passionate about women’s health, focusing on the early detection of breast and cervical cancer. She is dedicated to empowering patients through education, prevention, and open collaborative relationships that support both immediate and long-term health goals. She is an advocate for inclusive, affirming care for all patients. She will see patients of all ages.

Call El Dorado Internal Family Medicine to schedule your appt.
Telephone: (520) 886-4181

03/30/2026

Happy Doctors’ Day to the incredible physicians who are the heart of our organization.

Your dedication, compassion, and commitment to excellence make a difference in the lives of so many every single day. Thank you for the long hours, the difficult decisions, and the care you provide with unwavering integrity.

Today, we celebrate you and the vital role you play in our mission. We are proud and grateful to have you as part of our team. 💙

02/18/2026

02/11/2026

Welcome to ACP Madison!

Family Nurse Practitioner Madison will be joining Ocotillo Family Medicine on March 1, 2026, and we’re thrilled to have her on our team.

Madison earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from Northern Arizona University. Since 2020, she has dedicated her career to caring for the veteran population in the VA intensive care unit, an experience that sparked her strong passion for preventing and managing chronic illness to help patients avoid hospitalization. She further cultivated this passion while working in family practice with the geriatric community in Green Valley, where she focused on health promotion and comprehensive primary care.
Originally from Colorado, Madison has called Tucson home since 2013 and has grown to love the area’s culture and close-knit community.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the outdoors, and traveling. We’re excited to welcome Madison to Ocotillo Family Medicine and look forward to all she’ll bring to our patients and community. She will see patients 16 years of age and older.

02/09/2026

Please Welcome Dr. Sparkes to Aria Internal/Family Medicine
Dr. Stephanie Sparkes is a board-certified family medicine physician with several years of experience providing comprehensive care to adult patients. She began practicing at Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita upon her arrival in Tucson, where she cared for individuals across a wide range of adult and geriatric health needs.

Dr. Sparkes earned her medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine and completed her Family Medicine residency at the Indiana University School of Medicine at Memorial Hospital in Jasper, Indiana. Her training and clinical experience include preventive care, obesity and diabetes management, women’s health, clinical dermatologic procedures, adult and geriatric medicine, and inpatient hospital care.

She is known for her compassionate, thorough, and patient-centered approach, with a strong emphasis on building lasting patient-physician relationships, clear communication, and shared decision-making. Dr. Sparkes focuses on understanding each patient’s medical history and partnering with them to develop individualized care plans that support long-term health and well-being. She will see patients 18 years of age and older.
Call the office at (520) 742-0999

01/20/2026

Welcoming Dr. Justin Kim to Tucson Family Medicine!

Justin Kim is a Family Medicine physician with a special interest in preventative care, weight management, and osteopathic manipulative treatments. Grounded in the philosophy of osteopathic medicine, Dr. Kim focuses on the interconnectedness of the body and is committed to wholistic care that includes helping patients improve their mental and physical health.

Dr. Kim graduated from Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency in Family Medicine at El Rio Community Health in Tucson, Arizona.

In his free time, he enjoys traveling, being active and spending time with family and friends. He will see patients 4 years of age and older.

Welcome to ACP Dr. Kim.