our team
Arshad Mustafa, MD
Rheumatologist
Dr. Mustafa brings a multi-national experience to our region through his training in India, Ireland, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Texas, in addition to his 7 years of work experience in Florida. He joined the medical staff at Wise Regional from his most recent position as a fellow at UT Southwestern Medical Center’s Division of Rheumatic Diseases in Dallas. Dr. Mustafa received his medical degree from the Patna (Prince of Wales) Medical College & Hospital in India.
He spent over 2 years training in Ireland before coming to the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. From there he completed his residency in Internal Medicine. From 2010-2011 he participated in a prestigious Lupus Fellowship under the direction of Dr. Michelle Petri, at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore.
As a specialist in rheumatology, Dr. Mustafa treats different autoimmune diseases including the more common conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, myositis, gout, pseudogout, osteoarthritis and vasculitis, to name a few.
Courtney Kirkland, PA-C
Physician Assistant - Certified
Courtney Kirkland, PA-C is a nationally certified physician assistant, specializing in rheumatology. She earned her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of South Florida in Tampa. Prior to PA school, she attended Florida State University and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology.
Courtney grew up in Tallahassee, Florida and is now proud to call Texas home. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new places, going out for a morning jog, and baking anything chocolate.
Alexandra Kuhn, PA-C
Physician Assistant - Certified
Alexandra Kuhn, PA-C is a nationally certified physician assistant, specializing in rheumatology. She earned her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Prior to PA school, she attended the University of Alabama and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and Spanish.
Alex grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and is glad to be back home in the South. In her free time, she enjoys baking, hiking, and playing pickleball.
Kara Marr, FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner - Certified
Kara Marr, FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner - Certified
Kara Marr, FNP-BC is a nationally certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in rheumatology. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, she had six years of experience as a Registered Nurse. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Memphis. Kara grew up in the suburbs of Memphis, Tennessee and is thrilled to call Texas home. She enjoys spending time with her family and two dogs, traveling, and exploring the great outdoors.
Alexandra Kuhn, PA-C
Physician Assistant - Certified
Alexandra Kuhn, PA-C is a nationally certified physician assistant, specializing in rheumatology. She earned her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Prior to PA school, she attended the University of Alabama and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and Spanish.
Alex grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and is glad to be back home in the South. In her free time, she enjoys baking, hiking, and playing pickleball.
Courtney Kirkland, PA-C
Physician Assistant - Certified
Courtney Kirkland, PA-C is a nationally certified physician assistant, specializing in rheumatology. She earned her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of South Florida in Tampa. Prior to PA school, she attended Florida State University and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology.
Courtney grew up in Tallahassee, Florida and is now proud to call Texas home. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new places, going out for a morning jog, and baking anything chocolate.
Arshad Mustafa, MD
Rheumatologist
Dr. Mustafa brings a multi-national experience to our region through his training in India, Ireland, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Texas, in addition to his 7 years of work experience in Florida. He joined the medical staff at Wise Regional from his most recent position as a fellow at UT Southwestern Medical Center’s Division of Rheumatic Diseases in Dallas. Dr. Mustafa received his medical degree from the Patna (Prince of Wales) Medical College & Hospital in India.
He spent over 2 years training in Ireland before coming to the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, from there he completed his residency in Internal Medicine. From 2010-2011 he participated in a prestigious Lupus Fellowship under the direction of Dr. Michelle Petri, at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore.
As a specialist in rheumatology, Dr. Mustafa treats different autoimmune diseases including the more common conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, myositis, gout, pseudogout, osteoarthritis and vasculitis, to name a few.
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