Meet Our Specialists
James Abernathy, MD
Dr. Jim Abernathy is the co-owner of Valor Medical Group, bringing over 30 years of military and civilian medical experience across multiple disciplines. His extensive background includes roles as a combat medic, civilian and military flight paramedic, Aeromedical Physician Assistant, U.S. Army Battalion Surgeon, Battalion Flight Surgeon, and Senior Flight Surgeon.
Dr. Abernathy earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Carson-Newman University, followed by a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the Interservice Physician Assistant Program. He later obtained his Doctor of Medicine from James H. Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University.
He completed an internship in General Surgery at East Tennessee State University and a Family Medicine Residency at the University of Tennessee-Jackson, where he served as chief resident and received the prestigious Dr. Rush Shellabarger Resident of the Year Award.
Board-certified in Family Medicine, Dr. Abernathy has been deployed in support of Operation Noble Eagle and Operation Iraqi Freedom, earning numerous military decorations. His expertise spans hospital medicine, acute care, primary care, on-site clinical care, event medicine, telemedicine, pre-hospital care, and aviation medicine, ensuring exceptional medical support across diverse settings.
Michael Hance is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 26 years of healthcare experience. After graduating from nursing school in 1999, Michael gained extensive clinical expertise working in a variety of healthcare settings. For the first 14 years of his nursing career, he served in the Intensive Care Unit and the Emergency Department, providing critical and emergency care to patients in need.
In 2016, Michael earned his Master of Science in Nursing from Lincoln Memorial University Graduate School of Nursing and transitioned into Hospital Medicine, where he continues to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.
A proud U.S. Army veteran, Michael served as a Combat Engineer and was cross-trained as a Combat Medic. His military and medical backgrounds have shaped his dedication to serving others with compassion, precision, and integrity.
Michael is committed to helping the residents of Morristown and the surrounding communities achieve optimal health and wellness through personalized, evidence-based care.
Michael Hance FNP-BC
Mallie Trent RN
Mallie Trent is a Registered Nurse providing aesthetic injections at Valor Medical Group’s Morristown location. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Tennessee Technological University and is a certified Nurse Injector for Botox and dermal fillers through Empire Medical Training.
Following graduation, Mallie began her career as a critical care nurse in the inpatient setting, where she developed exceptional skills in patient care, clinical precision, and attention to detail. Her experience in critical care has strengthened her commitment to delivering safe, high-quality treatments in every aspect of her practice.
Driven by a passion for aesthetics, Mallie has dedicated herself to continued learning and professional growth within the field. She takes pride in helping clients enhance their natural beauty and achieve greater confidence through personalized, wellness-focused care.