Brian Tsang, M.D
Dr. Tsang received his B.S. degree in Biochemistry with highest honors at UCLA. Completing medical school and internship in Internal Medicine at UCLA, Dr. Tsang received further training in the Anesthesiology Residency Programs at Yale University and the University of Southern California. After being fully trained and board certified as an anesthesiologist, he then went on the Stanford University's. Completed the Multidisciplinary Pain Fellowship Program to become an Interventional Pain Specialist.
Dr. Tsang has extensive clinical teaching and patient care experience. He has been an Assistant Professor at University of California, Davis (UC Davis), and an Associate Professor at University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC). Dr. Tsang was the Pain Clinic Director at UMMC, teaching a multitude of medical students and physicians the state-of-the-art practice of pain management. He single-handedly established the only Pain Fellowship Program in Mississippi to train numerous physicians to become pain specialists.
Later Dr. Tsang become Pain Research director in UMMC. Published numbers paper and gained confirmation of reward of NIH grants. He has extensively studied the mechanisms of narcotics and the associated tolerance and addiction. He has performed research in these areas in clinical patients, laboratory rats, and in frozen thin slices of spinal cords.
Dr. Tsang has delivered over a hundred lectures and research presentations about pain and narcotics, both nationally and internationally. He has published over fifty research abstracts and papers in peer-reviewed academic journals in the field of narcotic tolerance and addiction.
Veronica L. Walker, AGNP-C
Veronica Walker graduated from Mississippi State University with a degree in Social Work then furthering her education in nursing with a BSN from William Carey College. After 16 years of working in Medsurge, Telemetry, ICU, travel nursing, and home health care, she again furthered her education and attained her MSN from Spring Arbor University in Michigan by completing the Adult-Geriatric Nurse Practitioner program in June of 2019. Ms. Walker has been involved in many local outreach ministry organizations as well as traveling to Guatemala to serve at a children’s orphanage with the CASA organization.
Ms. Walker has joined PainStop Spine Clinic where she believes that delivering quality care to all patients is most important. Working with patients to develop a plan of care that will deliver safe and effective treatment in order to improve quality of life is essential.
Justine Rice, FNP-C
Justine Rice is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner. She start serving the community since 2008. Many experience in the nursing field, including 9 years in advanced practice. She earned her degree from the University of South Alabama and have developed a comprehensive clinical background across multiple healthcare settings.
Justine has professional experience includes pulmonary medicine, emergency care, home health, and medical telemetry. This diverse foundation has allowed her to cultivate a thorough, patient-centered approach to care, with a strong emphasis on clinical excellence, safety, and compassionate service. She is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care while fostering meaningful patient relationships and promoting positive health outcomes.
Outside of her professional responsibilities, she is a devoted wife and mother of two daughters. She value the balance between her career and family life, both of which continue to shape her dedication and perspective as a healthcare provider in PainStop Spine Clinic.
Kelyn Martin, MSN, FNP-C
Kelyn Martin is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Southern Mississippi and completed clinical training at Memorial Hospital of Gulfport.
Kelyn’s diverse experience as a registered nurse in various healthcare settings has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of patient needs. She is dedicated to collaborating with physicians and the healthcare team to provide personalized care and improve the well-being of her patients.
On her free time. She loves animals, every early morning; she spends time to take care of a few horses and small animals. She is dedicated to her children and love to spend time with her threes children on the weekend.
Ramunda Livingston, MSW, LCSW
Ramunda Livingston, was raised in Gulfport, Mississippi. She graduated from Dillard University with a degree in Business Management. She worked in the Insurance Industry for a number of years as an underwriter and claims adjuster. After raising her three sons as a stay-at-home mother, Ms. Livingston decided to change careers and furthered her education, earning a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Southern Mississippi and later completed the requirements to earn an LCSW. Since earning her degree in Social Work, she has worked in various settings including Job Corps, emergency rooms and psychiatric hospitals. She has worked with diverse individuals and populations, which has provided her with valuable experiences. Ms. Livingston has a passion for helping those in need. She provides social and emotional support to individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, substance abuse and other life stressors. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family.
Tiffany Reffit, FNP-BC
Tiffany Reffit is a board certified Nurse Practitioner. She started serving the community in 2013. She has a diverse experience in the nursing field, including 7 years of advanced practice. She earned her degree from University of South Alabama and has developed a comprehensive clinical background across multiple healthcare settings.
Tiffany has professional experience in psychiatry, ENT, clinical research, pharmaceuticals, and family medicine. Patient-centered care, clinical excellence, safety and compassion are her core values when providing patient care.
Jennifer Mayne, MSW, LCSW
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Jennifer Mayne, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 32 years of experience in the fields of medical and behavioral health social work. She earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Florida State University.
Throughout her career, Jennifer has gained diverse experience across a broad range of clinical settings, including inpatient medical and psychiatric hospitals, the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, emergency departments, intensive care units, home health, hospice, outpatient mental health, private practice, and school settings. This extensive experience has provided her with a broad understanding of the clinical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of individuals and families across diverse populations.
In addition to her clinical experience, Jennifer has demonstrated strong leadership and supervisory skills. She has served as a manager and supervisor and as a former president of the Society of Social Work Leaders in Healthcare, Florida Bay County Chapter. She was also the recipient of the Department of Veterans Affairs Excellence in Social Work Leadership award and was recognized by Florida State University as a Notable 'Nole for her contributions to the profession of social work.
Jennifer has a strong commitment to education and professional development. Throughout her career, she has served as a field placement supervisor for social work students and has taught as an adjunct professor in the School of Social Work at both Florida State University and the University of Southern Mississippi.
Jennifer is passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and draws upon her extensive clinical and professional experience to provide compassionate, client-centered support. Outside of her professional work, Jennifer enjoys spending quality time with her three adult children, friends, and family. She also enjoys being an active member of her local church.
Cynthia Johnson, MSN, PMHNP-BC
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Cynthia Johnson, MSN, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with nine years of dedicated experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental and behavioral healthcare. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to helping individuals navigate a wide range of psychiatric and emotional challenges through comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, medication management, individualized treatment planning, and patient education.
Ms. Johnson earned her Associate Degree in Nursing from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing from William Carey University. She completed post-master’s education in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Her extensive education, clinical training, and professional experience have prepared her to provide patient-centered psychiatric care in outpatient and addiction-focused settings.
Ms. Johnson is committed to promoting mental wellness, improving quality of life, and providing individualized treatment approaches that recognize the unique needs, circumstances, and goals of each patient. She strives to create a supportive and respectful therapeutic environment where patients feel heard, valued, and empowered in their mental-health journey.