Southern breeze healthcare will be closing effective december 1, 2022.
Southern breeze healthcare will be closing effective december 1, 2022.
The Southern Breeze Healthcare team looks forward to working with you as your family healthcare provider. Our goal is to have a provider/patient relationship where the lines of communication are open, where your medical care is accessible and cost effective, and where it is all about you.
Kathleen Kanani Esserman is a Family Nurse Practitioner. She is passionate about pediatrics and women’s health and draws on her previous experience as an OB/GYN nurse to support and partner with her patients. She has a Master’s degree in Nursing from the University of South Alabama, and Bachelor’s degrees in Nursing (University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa) and in History (Loyola Marymount University). Kanani received the prestigious Robert Woods Johnson Foundation New Careers in Nursing Scholar Award and was named to Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
As a Native Hawaiian and former Peace Corps Volunteer who has lived in Micronesia, Asia, and Europe, Kanani loves working with patients from different backgrounds. Her goal is to develop relationships with her patients; she loves being able to take care of the whole family, from newborns to grandparents, and treat them like ‘ohana (Hawaiian for family)! She lives in Niceville with her husband and four daughters.
Rhonda is our nurse and a great addition to our team. She has more than 15 years of experience in a variety of settings, and has a special passion for the pediatrics department. Rhonda was recently selected to become an honored member of the Nationwide Registries Women of Distinction. Which is an award given to women leaders who have made
Rhonda is our nurse and a great addition to our team. She has more than 15 years of experience in a variety of settings, and has a special passion for the pediatrics department. Rhonda was recently selected to become an honored member of the Nationwide Registries Women of Distinction. Which is an award given to women leaders who have made extraordinary accomplishments in their profession and community.
Jacob is our medical assistant, who does all things from triaging patients to completing tests for unwell patients. He is committed to making visitors feel welcome and enjoy their time while at Southern Breeze Healthcare.
Sandy, our Office Manager, is passionate about advocating for patients. Drawing on over 20 years of experience, she is dedicated to patient's rights and equitable care.
Jeremy is the newest addition to the team. As the Receptionist and scheduler, he strives to provide excellent customer service to our patients by responding promptly to their requests and organizing all things administrative.