About – Anova

Meet Our Team

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Matt King, MD

President & Managing Partner, Director of Intensivist Services

Dr. Matt King is the President and Managing Partner of Anova Medical Associates and leads Anova’s Intensivist Services across partner hospitals. A second-generation physician raised in Gallatin, TN, Dr. King brings a deep-rooted commitment to community healthcare and a clear, compassionate vision for patient care. His leadership has been foundational in shaping Anova’s growth and its mission to provide high-quality, team-driven medicine.

Known for his steady presence, thoughtful leadership, and genuine care for both his team and patients, Dr. King is a trusted voice across the organization.

Outside of the hospital, Dr. King loves to travel—especially to visit his three children in college and reconnect with friends and family around the country. He’s an avid supporter of the Tennessee Titans and Nashville Predators, and a die-hard University of Tennessee fan—orange runs deep! Whether he's at a game with his wife and son or cheering from afar, you’ll rarely catch him without a little Vol spirit.

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Sean Donovan, MD

Managing Partner & Regional Director, HighPoint Health

Dr. Sean Donovan is a Managing Partner with Anova Medical Associates and serves as the Regional Medical Director for HighPoint Health at both Sumner and Trousdale. With a steadfast commitment to clinical excellence and team development, Dr. Donovan plays a vital role in ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care across both facilities.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Donovan is a devoted husband and proud father to three sweet kids. He enjoys fishing, traveling any chance he gets, and making lasting memories with his family. His passion for both medicine and mentorship makes him a cornerstone of Anova’s mission and values.

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Jarrod Craig, MD

Regional Medical Director of Hospital Medicine, Vanderbilt Regional Hospitals

Dr. Jarrod Craig serves as the Regional Medical Director of Hospital Medicine for the Vanderbilt Regional Hospitals and is a Managing Partner with Anova Medical Associates. After graduating from the Medical College of Georgia, he completed his Internal Medicine residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 2013. Since then, he has remained deeply committed to advancing community-based, patient-centered care.

Dr. Craig is passionate about creating healthcare systems that truly support both the patients they serve and the professionals who deliver that care. He is a trusted leader known for his thoughtful approach, strong clinical insight, and dedication to quality.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Craig enjoys spending time with his beautiful family, traveling to new places, and unwinding on the golf course. He brings both heart and vision to everything he does, making a lasting impact wherever he goes.

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Marybeth Mungle, NP

Director of Advanced Practice Providers

Marybeth Mungle, NP, has been with Anova Medical Associates since 2019 and currently serves as the Director of Advanced Practice Providers. With over ten years of experience as a hospitalist nurse practitioner, she brings extensive clinical expertise and a deep passion for inpatient care.

Throughout her time at Anova, Marybeth has played an instrumental role in the growth and development of the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) team. She is especially proud of the team’s expansion in recent years and the elevated level of care they are able to provide to the communities they serve.

Marybeth believes in collaborative, high-quality care and remains focused on fostering a strong, supportive environment for APPs across the organization.

Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her family.

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Kevin Childers, MD

Assistant Medical Director, HighPoint Health

Dr. Kevin Childers serves as the Assistant Medical Director for HighPoint Health, supporting operations at Sumner and Trousdale alongside Dr. Sean Donovan. He also works closely with Anova’s palliative care team, helping ensure patients receive thoughtful, compassionate care during every stage of their journey.

A devoted husband and proud father to his son, Dr. Childers lives out his belief that the best care starts with empathy. He’s admired by colleagues for his deep compassion, tireless work ethic, and the calm, reassuring presence he offers to patients and staff alike. Simply put—he puts the heart in healthcare.

Michelle Law, MD

Associate Regional Medical Director of Hospital Medicine, Vanderbilt Regional Hospitals

Dr. Michelle Law is the Associate Regional Medical Director of Hospital Medicine for Vanderbilt Bedford County Hospital, Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital, and Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital. She also serves as a hospitalist with Anova Medical Associates, where she blends clinical excellence with a passion for team development and patient-centered care.
A graduate of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Dr. Law completed her internal medicine residency at Vanderbilt and has been dedicated to hospital medicine ever since. She is especially focused on building strong, engaged hospitalist teams that work collaboratively with patients, colleagues, and hospital leadership.
Dr. Law is known for her calm leadership style, thoughtful communication, and unwavering dedication to improving both care delivery and team culture.
Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with her husband and their two dogs.

Thomas R. Cervone, DO, MBA

Medical Director of Hospital Medicine, Vanderbilt Bedford County Hospital

Dr. Thomas Cervone is the Medical Director of Hospital Medicine at Vanderbilt Bedford County Hospital and a board-certified Internal Medicine Hospitalist. With a background that combines clinical expertise, leadership, and mentorship, he brings both heart and insight to his work. Dr. Cervone is especially passionate about guiding fellow clinicians and healthcare leaders through the complexities of their careers, helping them grow both personally and professionally.

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Cervone is an aviation enthusiast and trained aerospace medicine specialist. He proudly serves as a Flight Surgeon in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, where he provides care to pilots and aircrews in service to our Nation.

Whether in scrubs or in uniform, Dr. Cervone is committed to advancing patient care, supporting those around him, and making a meaningful impact in every role he takes on.

Purav Patel, MD

Site Director, Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital

Dr. Purav Patel serves as the Site Director for Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital, where he oversees the hospitalist team and works closely with both providers and hospital leadership to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. He is known for his steady leadership, collaborative approach, and commitment to fostering a positive and efficient care environment.

Dr. Patel plays a key role in team coordination, clinical operations, and supporting the ongoing success of Anova’s hospital medicine program at VTHH.

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Todd Brachey

Chief Financial Officer

Todd Brachey is the Chief Financial Officer of Anova Medical Associates and has been part of the organization since its founding in 2013. With more than a decade of experience in healthcare—alongside previous leadership roles in the travel and furniture industries—Todd brings a thoughtful, well-rounded perspective to Anova’s financial operations and long-term planning.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration and is known for his strategic thinking, steady leadership, and commitment to the growth and stability of the organization.

When he’s not working, Todd enjoys traveling, sports cars, and spending time on the golf course whenever he can.

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Kendra White

Office Manager & Hospitalist Liaison

Kendra White serves as the Office Manager and Hospitalist Liaison for Anova Medical Associates. She plays a key role in overseeing provider scheduling, leading the credentialing process, and supporting both administrative operations and clinical leadership across multiple hospital sites. Known for her organization, creativity, and warm approach, Kendra helps ensure that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes—while also being a go-to resource for staff and providers alike.

Outside of work, Kendra is a proud mom to her sweet son, Ezra, who keeps life joyful and full of adventure. She has a passion for all things vintage, especially collecting Pyrex, and finds joy in baking, cooking, and listening to Elvis Presley on repeat. She also feels most at peace near the ocean and believes a great playlist and a good cup of coffee can brighten just about any day.

"Find out who you are and do it on purpose." – Dolly Parton

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Matt Key

Lead Credentialing & Compliance Specialist

Matt Key serves as the Lead Credentialing and Compliance Specialist at Anova Medical Associates, where he works closely with providers to ensure they are fully credentialed, compliant, and prepared to deliver high-quality care. From hospital and insurance privileging to maintaining licensure and DEA certification, Matt is a steady and reliable presence behind the scenes—helping navigate the ever-changing landscape of healthcare requirements with precision and care.

Matt is known for his attention to detail, calm demeanor, and commitment to supporting his team and providers alike. He brings a thoughtful, solutions-focused mindset to everything he does.

Outside of the office, Matt enjoys spending time with his significant other, playing video games, attending stand-up comedy shows, and exploring the art of glassblowing. He’s also an avid volleyball player—on both the court and the sand—and has a deep love for history, often diving into hours of reading or falling down fascinating Wikipedia rabbit holes.

Doctrina Lux Mentis – “Learning is the light of the mind.”

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Matthew Young

Credentialing and Compliance Specialist

Matt serves as a Credentialing and Compliance Specialist for Anova Medical Associates. Matt's job duties include communicating with our partner facilities to credential new hires for inpatient practice, enrolling providers with insurance companies for payment coverage, and ensuring that each of our providers remain up to date on all licensure, certifications, and training.

When out of the office, Matt enjoys exploring nature with his wife and dog, tending to their houseplants, attending concerts, and fishing when he can. He enjoys reading and is always in pursuit of learning something new.

"The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing," - Socrates

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