Dr. Ross Osborn is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma School of Medicine. He founded the Center for Health and Sports Medicine realizing that both families and athletes in the Jacksonville area could benefit from an approach to health that used prevention, nutrition, weight loss and exercise to promote wellness. He brings a compassionate, patient-centered ideology to family, pediatric and sports medicine, and has used this philosophy to be a three time winner of the Patients Choice Award from 2008-2010. He is also a recipient of the Most Compassionate Doctor in 2010.
Ross Osborn, M.D., founded the Center for Health & Sports Medicine as a source for lifelong primary and preventative care, paired with a specialization in health and sports medicine for athletes.
Dr. Osborn’s dual American Board of Family Medicine certification in both Family & Sports Medicine allows for this type of uniquely balanced practice for both routine patients and all-level athletes in North Florida. With a focus on prevention and patient health, providing a variety of treatment options and fostering ease of patient experience makes the Center for Health & Sports Medicine a top choice for a rewarding patient-physician relationship.
Hometown
Ada, OK
Favorite Song
Crush – Dave Matthews Band
Favorite Movie
The Star Wars Trilogy (original)
Favorite Food
Lasagna
Favorite Accomplishment
2 time Academic All-American in tennis
Personal Motto
That which doesn’t kill you makes you stronger
Nathan Adams, PA-C is a Certified Physician’s Assistant and Jacksonville native who grew up close to the Center for Health and Sports Medicine in Mandarin. He graduated from Bishop Kenny High School here in Jacksonville, and eventually chose to stay in Florida to further his schooling and career.
Nathan obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science at Florida State University, where he was inducted into the Pre-Health Honors Society. He then finished his Masters of Physician Assistant Studies in 2011 at South University in Savannah, Georgia, during which he completed his clinical rotations at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida and his Primary Care clinical rotation with Dr. Ross Osborn.
Nathan has worked with Dr. Osborn since 2011 and continues to assist with Bartram Trail High School, Creekside High School and Flagler College athletics. He enjoys participating in local coverages and events due to his strong love and passion for the Jacksonville community given his native roots. He is also prides himself in being a member of the American Association of Physician Assistants and Florida Association of Physician Assistants to continue expanding his knowledge.
Outside of the office, Nathan values spending time with his family and friends, as well as traveling whenever the opportunity presents itself. In his next life, Nathan has decided he will become a food critic due to his love of restaurants and exquisite foods.
Hometown
Jacksonville, FL
Favorite Song
What’s Up – 4 Non-Blondes
Favorite Food
Krystals
Favorite Accomplishment
Becoming a physician assistant
Personal Motto
You only live once
Melissa Sutton PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant and also a Jacksonville Native who graduated from Fleming Island High School.
Melissa obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Family and Child Sciences at Florida State University, where she was a member of FSU First Responders and National Society for Collegiate Scholars. After graduation she worked as an EMT in southern Indiana. She then graduated with highest honors in 2016 with hers Masters of Physician Assistant Studies at Nova Southeastern University. She completed many of her rotations in Jacksonville, Florida. Melissa is also a member of the American Association of Physician Assistants and the Florida Association of Physician Assistants. During her free time, Melissa enjoys spending time outdoors with her two dogs, Mulligan and Doak.
Hometown
Jacksonville, FL
Favorite Song
It’s a Beautiful Day – U2
Favorite Movie
The Notebook
Favorite Food
Hamburgers and Fries
Favorite Trick
Axe throwing
Favorite Accomplishment
My daughter Harper
Personal Motto
You miss every shot you don’t take
Hometown
Jacksonville, FL
Favorite Movie
Top Gun
Favorite Song
Sweet Child O’Mine
Favorite Food
Teriyaki Chicken Wings
Personal Motto
“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take”
Hometown
Bronx, NY
Favorite Song
Lady – Lionel Richie
Favorite Movie
Wizard of Oz
Favorite Food
Italian
Favorite Accomplishment
Family
Personal Motto
Suck it up, buttercup
Hometown
Pax River, MD
Favorite Song
My Way – Frank Sinatra
Favorite Movie
The Fifth Element
Favorite Food
Italian
Favorite Trick
Ninja stealth while walking
Favorite Accomplishment
Being amazing
Personal Motto
Living the dream
Hometown
Dover, NJ
Favorite Song
Scenes from a Italian restaurant – Billy Joel
Favorite Movie
Funny Girl
Favorite Food
ALL
Favorite Accomplishment
Raising 3 amazing people
Personal Motto
What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?