Family Medical Clinic Welcomes New Nurse Practitioners

May 17, 2021



Family Medical Clinic of Jackson welcomes Makiya Rinks and Desiree Holland to its team.


“We are thrilled to add Makiya and Desiree to our team. They are both talented and motivated professionals who I know will serve our patients with care and compassion,” says Deborah Leggett, MSN-FNP and owner of Family Medical Clinic.


Desiree Holland began her career as a Licensed Practical Nurse from the Tennessee Technology Center in Jackson. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Tennessee Martin and her Master's Degree from Chamberlain College of Nursing. She has approximately 15 years of nursing experience in various settings to include progressive cardiac surgery, Army public health, WIC overseas in South Korea, school nursing, emergency room, and ICU. She is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners as a Family Nurse Practitioner and holds certifications in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support.


Makiya Rinks is a nationally certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She earned her Bachelor's and Master's of Science in Nursing at the University of Memphis and worked as a Registered Nurse at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital for 4 years.


Both will provide high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care to every member of your family!


Family Medical Clinic is a health clinic with locations in both Jackson and Trezevant. It is owned and operated by Deborah Leggett, MSN-FNP. Family Medical Clinic provides compassionate, quality care for the entire family.


For more information contact 731-300-2001 or visit the website.