Our Team

Meet our providers.

Experienced, board-certified clinicians focused on nephrology and the long-term health of your kidneys.

James Lewis Bruton, MD

Nephrologist

Dr. James Lewis Bruton is a board-certified nephrologist with more than 25 years of experience serving patients throughout Western Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma. Board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology, he specializes in chronic kidney disease, hypertension, electrolyte disorders, acute kidney injury, and dialysis care. Known for his compassionate, patient-centered approach, Dr. Bruton is committed to providing personalized treatment and helping patients achieve the best possible long-term health outcomes.

Charles Moussallem, MD

Nephrologist

Dr. Charles Moussallem is a board-certified nephrologist with over 13 years of experience caring for patients in the Fort Smith region. He completed his Nephrology Fellowship at the prestigious Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology. Fluent in English, Arabic, and French, Dr. Moussallem specializes in chronic kidney disease, hypertension, electrolyte disorders, glomerular diseases, acute kidney injury, and dialysis care. He is dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered kidney care.

Lisa Coker, APRN

Nephrology Nurse Practitioner

Lisa Coker, APRN, earned her advanced practice nursing degree from Maryville University and has specialized exclusively in nephrology since becoming a nurse practitioner in 2016. Before that, she spent 13 years as a nephrology nurse. Lisa works closely with the physicians at Fort Health Partners to provide coordinated, patient-centered care. She is known for her compassionate approach, commitment to patient education, and dedication to helping patients achieve the best possible health outcomes.

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