Michael F. Yeiser, M.D., F.A.A.P.
I was born and raised in Owensboro and attended Owensboro High School. At Western Kentucky University, I completed my undergraduate education and received my medical training at the University of Kentucky. I did my internship and residency in Pediatrics at the University of Kentucky in the University of Kentucky Medical Center. I am board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and an active fellow at the American Academy of Pediatrics (F.A.A.P).
My wife, Pam, and I have three children: Rachel, Benjamin, and Adam. Together, we spend much of our time enjoying our church, traveling, swimming, and boating.
Lynette K. Martin, M.D., F.A.A.P.
I was born and raised in Chicago. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois then went on the medical school at Northwestern University. I completed my pediatric training at Case Western University in Cleveland then served as a pediatrician in the Air Force for four years before moving to Owensboro. Currently, I am board certified in pediatrics and am an active fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics (F.A.A.P).
My husband, Dr. Bill Martin (orthopedic surgeon), and I have four children, Nate, Erin, Daniel and Abby. We spend our time away from work at church, keeping up with our children, bicycling and traveling (often to Chicago for deep dish pizza).
Amy H. Ray, M.D., F.A.A.P.
I was born and raised in Owensboro and attended Apollo High School. I then completed my undergraduate training at Kentucky Wesleyan College and medical training at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. I completed my residency training at Kosair Children’s Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. I am board-certified in pediatrics.
My husband, Ed, and I have three children. We enjoy hanging out as a family, being outdoors, and traveling.
Andrea Powell Johnston, M.D., F.A.A.P.
I was born and raised in Owensboro and attended Daviess County High School. I received my undergraduate degree from Belmont University in Nashville, TN. I then completed my Master’s degree and my medical degree at the University of Louisville. I completed my pediatric residency at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, IN. I am board-certified in Pediatrics.
My husband Mark and I have a son, Cooper, and a daughter, Bailey. We enjoy traveling, walking and biking together, music and theater, and spending time with our family and friends.
Jeremiah R. Mason, D.O., F.A.A.P.
I completed my undergraduate studies at Murray State University and received my medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. I completed my pediatric residency at Kosair Children’s Hospital at the University of Louisville.
I am originally from Henderson County, while my wife Beth is an Owensboro native. We have four children and are happy to return home to western Kentucky.
Sara Medsker, D.O., F.A.A.P.
I was born and raised in Owensboro and graduated from Daviess County High School. I completed my undergraduate degree at Western Kentucky University and medical school at University Of Pikeville Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine. After medical school, my husband and I moved to Galveston, TX where I completed pediatric residency at University of Texas Medical Branch.
We are happy to be back in Owensboro and to have the opportunity to work and raise our children in a community that is important to us.
Amanda Murphy, PA-C
I was born and raised in Owensboro, graduating from Owensboro Catholic High School. I completed my undergraduate degree at Brescia University and went on to the University of Kentucky, receiving a Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies. After finishing my training, I started working with Dr. Houston and have been there for the last 13 years. I am board-certified by the NCCPA. My husband Michael and I have four children: Ben, Nolan, Mady, and Elly. I enjoy reading and spending time with my family and friends.
Josie Kroeger, APRN
I was born and raised in Indiana. I graduated with my BSN from Eastern Kentucky University in 2005. I then obtained my MSN from Western Kentucky University in 2011. I am certified through the AANP with my family nurse practitioner certification. I have been working in the pediatric field since 2008, and love working with children. I am married to my high school sweetheart, Nic. We have three children: Eli, Elliet, and Wes. I am a member of St. Pius Catholic Church. I enjoy spending time with my family, reading books, and being outdoors.
Adair Price, MMS, PA-C
I have worked at Owensboro Pediatrics since graduating from PA school in December 2014. I attended Saint Louis University, where I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and dietetics before graduating from SLU’s Physician Assistant School. I am a certified Physician Assistant and a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. I enjoy running, being outdoors, and spending time with friends and family. My husband Harrison and I very much enjoy being parents to our two children.
Kevin Pinto, APRN, CPNP-PC
I was born and raised in Rochester, New York. I met my wife, Meredith, who is from Owensboro, at the Center for Courageous Kids in Scottsville, KY, as summer camp counselors. While completing my Doctorate of Nursing Practice in Pediatrics from the University of Kentucky, I worked as a pediatric oncology floor nurse at UK Children’s Hospital. I am board-certified by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board and an active member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners.
My wife and I have one son, Henry. We enjoy going on walks with our dog Murphy, cooking, traveling, soccer, and visiting with friends and family.
Whitney Tucker, PA-C
I’m Whitney and I am a Physician Associate (PA) at our office! I was born here in Owensboro, raised in Hawesville and Knottsville, and graduated from Daviess County High School. I went on to run cross country and track for the University of Kentucky (Go Cats!) where I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology & Health Promotions and my Master’s of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies. I have always had a passion for pediatrics and emergency medicine, so I completed PA rotations focused on areas such as OBGYN, MFM, NICU, and Pediatrics, among several others. I am a board-certified PA-C by the NCCPA, licensed by KBML, and an active member in the Society for Pediatric PA-Cs, KAPA, and AAPA. I also am certified in PALS and NRP. I have been with Owensboro Pediatrics since 2023. Prior to this my background was in Emergency Medicine. It is a tremendous gift to serve our community and an immense privilege to provide care for your sweet children!
My husband is also an Owensboro native. We have two children and pray we are blessed with more in the future. We also have one dog who keeps us all busy! We enjoy spending our time together being outside, traveling to new places, signing up for fun runs & local races, watching sporting events, and fellowshipping with our church families. We are grateful to be back in our hometown surrounded by our family & friends!
Lindsey Noffsinger, PA-C
I was born and raised in Owensboro, graduating from Daviess County High School. I completed my undergraduate degree at Western Kentucky University and my Masters of Science in Medicine at Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, Tennessee. I am board-certified as a physician assistant by the NCCPA. After training in Tennessee, I started my career as a PA in Louisville before finally making my way back home to Owensboro and joining Owensboro Pediatrics where I was taken care of as a child. I married my very best friend, Hunter, in 2023 and we are expecting our first baby girl this year in 2025. We enjoy snuggling with our first furry child (our silver lab named Iris), spending our Sundays at church, and spending time with family and friends. I feel so blessed to give back to my community taking care of all the sweet kids!
