GME Family Medicine Team

Dr. Sarah Choo-Yick serves as Program Director and Department Chair, bringing extensive experience in graduate medical education, physician development, and academic leadership. Dual board-certified in Family Medicine and Integrative Medicine, she is passionate about advancing clinical excellence, efficiency, humanism, and professional fulfillment.

Dr. Choo-Yick attended college at the University of Western Ontario, Canada and earned her medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at Atrium Health/Mercer University School of Medicine in Georgia in 2018, later joining the faculty and beginning her career in graduate medical education leadership. She has held faculty appointments at Mercer University School of Medicine, Burrell College of Health Sciences: The School of Osteopathic Medicine, and Harvard Medical School.

Her leadership roles include Residency Program Director, Family Medicine Clerkship Director, Chair of GME Well-Being Committee, and service on hospital executive committees. She also completed advanced training through the National Institute for Program Director Development Fellowship and the Harvard Macy Institute Program for Health Educators.

Dr. Choo-Yick’s commitment to medical education has earned her numerous honors, including Mercer University Teacher of the Year, recognition as one of Georgia’s Top Doctors from 2020–2023, Fellowship in the American Academy of Family Physicians, and induction into the Gold Humanism Honor Society and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Choo-Yick and her husband, Brandan, are proud parents of three children. They enjoy Friday pizza movie nights, nature walks, Disney adventures, pillow forts, and documentaries together.

Lauren Moak, MD, is a Family Medicine board-certified physician and a Lead Physician for Women’s Health in Primary Care at Brevard Health Alliance (BHA).

Dr. Moak attended Hope College in Holland, Michigan, before earning her medical degree from University of Michigan Medical School. She completed her residency training at University of Minnesota/North Memorial Family Medicine Residency in 2018.

Passionate about teaching and mentoring, she has prior involvement as a Residency Preceptor with University of Minnesota/North Memorial Family Medicine Residency, and currently serves as Adjunct Assistant Professor at Burrell College of Health Sciences: The School of Osteopathic Medicine. Committed to advancing community health, she is actively involved in ongoing quality improvement initiatives to help improve breast and cervical cancer screening rates. She has also led the creation and implementation of Medication Assisted Treatment Services within Brevard Health Alliance.

“I joined the faculty because I have been so grateful for the many facets of Family Medicine and how Family Medicine training can equip physicians to provide comprehensive, holistic care of patients and communities, and want to share that with the next generation.”

Anne “Sophie” Ritter serves as the Residency Program Coordinator for the Health First Family Medicine Residency Program. Prior to joining the residency program, Sophie held communications leadership roles, where she developed expertise in relationship building, event planning, and project coordination. With more than ten years of experience, she brings a proven ability to connect with others, strong organizational skills, and a creative approach to problem-solving to support all aspects of residency training, including scheduling, recruitment, onboarding, residency program activities, and accreditation. 

Sophie earned master's degrees in English Studies and Business Administration from the University of Strasbourg, France. With a strong commitment to education and lifelong learning, she is dedicated to supporting the growth and development of residents, faculty, and program leadership, and fostering an environment where they can thrive.

Sean Claeys, DO, is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician and currently serves as Chief of Adult Medicine at Brevard Health Alliance (BHA).

Dr. Claeys attended the University of Central Florida before earning his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency training at HCA Florida Largo Hospital in 2007.

Dr. Claeys enjoys working with patients to help manage complex chronic conditions, including cardiovascular disease, heart failure, diabetes, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease. He is passionate about preventive care and supporting patients in maintaining their health and independence as they age. His commitment to healthcare extends beyond the exam room through his work as an Adjunct Assistant Professor for Burrell College of Health Sciences: The School of Osteopathic Medicine, where he mentors future physicians. Passionate about teaching, Dr. Claeys will bring valuable experience in both hospital medicine and outpatient care to the program.

I joined medicine to help others, but I quickly realized my individual arms can only reach so far. By teaching future physicians and training residents well, we touch the multitudes and create a ripple effect that impacts countless patients' health and security. Our true legacy is the knowledge and values we pass on. 

Teaching is my passion. Beyond clinical knowledge, I want to teach residents how to genuinely care for people—cultivating the heart, dedication, and intelligence needed to truly connect with patients. It is an extraordinary honor to help build the providers who will shape our healthcare future.

Nicholette Fox, MD, FAAFP, is a board-certified Family Medicine physician. She currently practices at Brevard Health Alliance (BHA).

Dr. Fox attended college at Saint Leo University, Florida and earned her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine, Grenada. Dr. Fox joined BHA following completion of her residency program at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare, Florida (now FSU Family Medicine Residency) in 2022. 

During her time at BHA, Dr. Fox has served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Burrell College of Health Sciences: The School of Osteopathic Medicine, and has contributed to various initiatives on hypertension management, stroke awareness, and obesity care. 

I look forward to nurturing the residents' commitment to lifelong learning, as well as expanding access to quality care within Brevard County through the training of highly skilled physicians.

Tobi Patrick, MBBS, is a board-certified Family Medicine physician who has been practicing medicine since 2015. She currently cares for patients at Brevard Health Alliance (BHA).

Born and raised in Jamaica, Dr. Patrick began her medical training there after completing her undergraduate studies in Biochemistry at Vassar College, New York. She earned her medical degree from the University of the West Indies before completing her Family Medicine residency training in Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare, Florida (now FSU Family Medicine Residency) in 2024. 

Following residency, Dr. Patrick joined Brevard Health Alliance, where she dedicated herself to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals and families across the community. Dr. Patrick is passionate about expanding access to high-quality healthcare, with interests in obesity medicine and women's health. She is actively involved in community initiatives and is pursuing fellowship training in Obesity Medicine, with anticipated completion in 2026.

I joined the faculty because I believe that training the next generation of physicians is one of the most meaningful ways to improve access to healthcare. The impact of an engaged and compassionate family physician on a community is immeasurable. I have witnessed firsthand the transformative influence that dedicated mentors can have on a person's life and career, and I am excited for the opportunity to pay that forward by teaching, mentoring, and supporting future physicians.

Paul Pena, DO, is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and a Lead Physician at Brevard Health Alliance (BHA).

Dr. Pena attended Columbia University, New York, before earning a Master of Science in Biomechanics from Stony Brook University and his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency training at Plainview Hospital/Northwell Health in 2017.

Invested in supporting his colleagues’ growth and helping students bridge theory and practice, Dr. Pena serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Burrell College of Health Sciences: The School of Osteopathic Medicine. To date, he has supervised numerous third-year medical students during outpatient Family Medicine rotations. He is highly dedicated to enhancing continuity of care in the community, and has contributed to initiatives advancing EMR use, workflow standardization, and culturally responsive patient care within BHA.

I joined the core faculty because I believe Family Medicine physicians are uniquely positioned to serve communities that have experienced economic transition, changing access to care, and the hope of renewal. Brevard Health Alliance is meaningful to me because it allows residents to train in a real community setting where patients benefit from knowing they have not been forgotten. With my background in biomedical engineering and clinical medicine, I hope to help future physicians develop strong clinical reasoning, systems awareness, and the curiosity to evolve with technology, AI, and the changing future of healthcare.

Alexandra Wolf, MD, is a Family Medicine board-certified physician and a hospitalist at Health First.

Dr. Wolf attended Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Massachusetts and earned her medical degree from the University of Medicine and Health Sciences, St. Kitts. She completed her residency training at LSU Lafayette/Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Louisiana in 2018.

She brings her hospitalist experience to the program. Committed to teaching and helping others grow, she was recognized as Resident Teacher of the Year and currently serves as Adjunct Assistant Professor at Burrell College of Health Sciences: The School of Osteopathic Medicine. She is also actively invested in improving patient care and providing the right care in the right place. She is currently participating as an investigator in a quality improvement initiative focused on enhancing early identification of hospice patients in the Emergency Department.

I joined the core faculty in order to work collaboratively with other physicians and educators by creating a welcoming environment for new graduates to learn and practice their skills. I am excited to be a part of establishing this amazing program and hope to pass on my passion for inpatient medicine!