PHYSICIANS AND MANAGERS

We are fortunate to have a diverse group of doctors with considerable experience and expertise.
All of our physicians are board certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

John Tidwell, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

Dr. John Tidwell is the founding physician of Mintview. He is known for providing quality time and an atmosphere of care and concern for his patients, along with a high level of expertise based on knowledge and experience.  His special interests include high-risk obstetrics and establishing "well woman care" programs for women's total health needs. Over the past several years, Dr. Tidwell has worked extensively in the evaluation and treatment of abnormal lipids, a major source of cardiovascular disease.

A native of southern Illinois and a sixth generation physician, Dr. Tidwell attended the University of Michigan on a basketball scholarship. "My goal was to be a pro basketball player, not a doctor," he says. But in spite of an outstanding athletic career which included induction into his alma mater's Athletic Hall of Fame, he chose medicine. "This is what I was meant to do; it just took me a while to realize it."

In addition to his work at Mintview, Dr. Tidwell is very involved in the OB/GYN teaching program at Carolinas Medical Center. He and his wife, Nancy, are avid sports fans. Their family includes five dogs - four Maltese and one Doberman Pinscher.

Email: tidwell@mintview.com

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Charles A. Porter, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
A native Charlottean, Dr. Charles Porter grew up in Dilworth and graduated from Myers Park High School. Following graduation from UNC, he completed his medical studies at Jefferson Medical College of Philadelphia and his internship and residency at Norfolk General Hospital in Virginia.

Dr. Porter's professional interests include routine gynecology care, menopause management, infertility, and pelvic surgery. "It was my privilege to deliver hundreds of babies through the years," he says, "but now my focus is on other aspects of women's health that can be just as important as obstetrics."

Away from work, Dr. Porter enjoys traveling, music, reading, and gardening. He is an active member of Sardis Presbyterian Church and an avid supporter of Habitat for Humanity. He and his wife, Marilyn, have three children and nine grandchildren.

Email: porter@mintview.com

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William E. Verross, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
A graduate of Clemson University and the Medical College of Georgia, Dr. William Verross completed his internship and residency at Charlotte Memorial Hospital. While serving in the U.S. Navy Medical Corps near Tokyo, Japan, he traveled extensively throughout southeast Asia.

About being a physician, Dr. Verross says, "I became an OB/GYN specialist because I find delivering babies exciting and because OB/GYN provides a medical and surgical balance. What I value most about my profession is the opportunity to make a positive impact on my patient's health through education, listening, and medical intervention."

Dr. Verross has two grown sons living in Charlotte. His hobbies include snow skiing, gardening, running, and "a fairly unsuccessful attempt to learn the game of golf."

Email: verross@mintview.com

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Louise C. Rogers, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Dr. Louise Rogers always wanted to be a surgeon. But she also wanted to be able to get to know patients in a primary care setting by seeing them year after year. Obstetrics and gynecology provided an opportunity to do both.

"Getting to know my patients over the years and having time to listen to them are very important to me. I believe in maintaining a close relationship with all my patients."

Dr. Rogers is a graduate of Charlotte Country Day School, Duke University, and Georgetown University Medical School. She received her obstetrics and gynecology training at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.

Email: rogers@mintview.com

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Alyse Kelly-Jones, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Dr. Alyse Kelly-Jones believes in establishing a strong relationship with her patients that allows the women she cares for to ask questions and become active participants in their own healthcare. Dr. Kelly-Jones began forming her medical philosophy as a student at the Medical School of the University of Florida and further refined it during her residency at the University of Florida Health Science Center in Jacksonville.

"I found during my training that the women who seemed happiest were those who came to me with their own questions and concerns; who actively sought out ways to work with me," she says. "I make sure my patients take responsibility for their own health, which helps me provide the best medical care available."

She also thinks that having three children with her husband, Richard, has helped her prepare for a career as an OB/GYN specialist. "Having my own three sons has helped me to better relate to my patients," she says. "It's definitely made me a better doctor."

Her other professional interests include women's sexual dysfunction, including low libido and painful sex, as well as adolescent medicine. When she is not working, Dr. Kelly-Jones enjoys bicycling races, running triathlons, making scrapbooks, and watching Florida Gator football.

Email: kelly-jones@mintview.com

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Christopher Danner, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

Born and raised in the Big Easy-New Orleans, Louisiana, Dr. Danner completed his undergraduate studies at Loyola University graduating Magna Cum Laude with a B.S. in biology and a minor in chemistry. Thereafter, he obtained his M.D. from Louisiana State University in New Orleans.

During his third year of medical school training, Dr. Danner's exposure to the specialty of OB/GYN propelled his conviction to pursue a career in women's health. Enthusiastically dedicated to his specialty, he states, "The energy and feeling you get bringing a new life into this world cannot be put into words. I feel truly blessed and fortunate to be in this profession."

At the University of Florida, Dr. Danner served as the Administrative Chief Resident. Upon completion of residency training, he was presented two prestigious awards for his teaching skills-best overall resident teacher and best overall medical student teacher. Moreover, he was chosen the best obstetrician of his graduating class.

Dr. Danner's many professional interests include: General wellness and prevention; family planning; high-risk pregnancy care and delivery; adolescent gynecology; polycystic ovarian syndrome; menopause / hormones; minimally-invasive laser & laparoscopic surgery, and the latest outpatient alternatives to hysterectomy. "My philosophy of care is based on prevention and empowering women to understand their own health issues. Questions and concerns are thoroughly addressed prior to beginning any treatment." Dr. Danner's personal interests extend to spending time with his wife, Cortney; as well as, to physical fitness, music, reading, cooking, sports, and travel. He is a parishioner at St. Gabriel Catholic Church.

Email: danner@mintview.com

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Cindy Sexton, Administrator
Cindy Sexton, our Administrator, is a Charlotte native and has been with Mintview since 1993. A graduate of Central Piedmont Community College with a Medical Assisting Degree, she started her career with us in a clinical capacity before switching to the administrative side of our practice. Prior to her present position she held several posts in our Business Office and was Satellite Manager of our Pineville Office. Cindy likes the friendly atmosphere. “The doctors here are wonderful,” she says. “They pride themselves in caring about their patients.” Cindy’s outside interests include gardening and spending time with her family.

Email: sexton@mintview.com

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Caroline Byrum, Business Office Manager
Caroline Byrum was born in Richmond and grew up in Charlotte. A graduate of Central Piedmont Community College, she joined our practice in 1994. "I like it here because it's a friendly place," she says, "not stiff or uptight." When she isn't working at the office, Caroline enjoys working in her yard gardening and spending time with her family. She and her husband of 21 years have two children, a daughter and a son.

Jennifer Taylor, Clinical Team Leader
"Mintview has a terrific team environment," says Jennifer Taylor. "We really work hard at understanding our patients." And Jennifer should know. She's our Clinical Team Leader. A native of Concord, she is a graduate of Northwest Cabarrus High School and Central Piedmont Community College, where she received a degree in Medical Assisting. She joined our staff in 1991. She has two sons delivered, of course, by doctors from Mintview. Jennifer is an active member of McGill Baptist Church and enjoys spending time with friends and family.

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A.J. Lewis, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.O.G. (retired)
Dr. A.J. Lewis, Jr. retired May 8, 2007. Please call us at 704.377.5675, and we will be happy to assist you in finding another physician.