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Jill Saranthus was born in Houma, LA. In 1997 she attended Our Lady of the Lake College in Baton Rouge, LA. Acquiring her BSN in 2000 she then furthered her education obtaining an MSN at Kennesaw State University. After working at an internal medical office and as an ER nurse. Jill as a Nurse Practitioner joined Dr. McCurdy int a family practice in Jasper, GA. She resides in Jasper with her husband, 2 daughters, and 2 dogs. Jill likes to read, work in the garden, and watch the Atlanta Braves.

Dr. McCurdy earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and received his undergraduate degree from Shorter College in Rome. After finishing his internship and residency at the Medical Center in Columbus, Georgia, Dr. McCurdy moved to Jasper where he has lived and practiced for over 30 years. He is board-certified in family practice and in Hospice and Palliative care.

Dr. McCurdy takes a special interest in the interface between physical, emotional and spiritual health and is dedicated to assisting his patients in living a long, healthy, meaningful life. He also has a special interest in unexplained symptoms and problem diagnoses. He strongly believes in patient education and helping patients understand the complexities of their illnesses. In his spare time, Dr. McCurdy enjoys music and reading. He reads at least two books a week and stays current on many journals, newspapers, and magazines. He has four grown children and enjoys walks with his dog, Dr. Bud.

Dr. McCurdy has been the Hospice Compassus Medical Director for 7 years. His compassion and experience has enabled him to guide and educate our registered nurses as they help patients live comfortably and with the least amount of pain, in their final days insuring peace, education, and support to the families.