10826 Mallard Creek Road, Ste 100
Charlotte, NC 28262
Tel: 704-774-3044
Fax: 704-774-3045
(Non-clinical communication ONLY)
Our Providers
Charles A. Withers, II, MD
RHEUMATOLOGIST
Dr. Withers is a native of Washington, DC and has lived in North Carolina for over 10 years. He enjoys running and playing soccer in his spare time and is an active member of his church. One of his greatest joys is spending time with his wife and 3 young children.
Education and Training
Undergraduate: Swarthmore College (2002)
Medical School: Duke University (2008)
Internal Medicine Internship: Duke University (2009)
Internal Medicine Residency: Duke University (2011)
Rheumatology Fellowship: Duke University (2013)
Recent Publication
Withers, C.A., George, R.L., and Keenan, R.T. Diagnosis and management of gout: an update. JCOM. 2012. 19(11):519-527.
Awards & Honors
Aspen Health Forum, fellow (2007)
Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine
Award (2008)

Research Experience
National Institutes of Health (2002)
Thomas Jefferson University (2003-2004)
Duke University Medical Center (2007, 2013)
Tara Kennedy, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Tara is a native of New York and recently moved to North Carolina after living in Colorado for 22 years. She brings with her over 6 years of rheumatology experience and has a passion for seeing patients incorporate healthy lifestyle choices to better manage their disease. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, mountain biking, hiking, skiing and walks with her dog Ajax.
Education
Undergraduate: Binghamton University (1992)
Graduate: University of Northern Colorado (2007)
Experience
University of Colorado Rheumatology Clinic (2019-2021)
Denver Arthritis Clinic (2014-2018)


Jennifer Bourbonnais, M.Ed., RD, LDN
Registered Dietitian
Jennifer has coached individuals, families, and groups to attain numerous wellness goals. Through her education and own personal triumph over obesity and emotional eating, she has the understanding and foundation to guide others to get and stay healthy!
Education
Undergraduate: B.S. Dietetics, Michigan State University
Registered Dietitian Completion: Wayne State University
Masters of Education: Wayne State University
Experience
Clinical Dietitian: Henry Ford Hospital (1997-2004)
Weight Loss Program Director & Founder: Medical Resource Group (2004-2008)
Nutrition Care Manager: St. John Providence Health System (2014-2019)
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