• 403 Chilhowie Street Chilhowie, Virginia 24319
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OFFICE VISITS & WELLNESS EXAMS

Same-Day Care Year-Round Wellness

Keeping Your Family Healthy

Office visits are the foundation of primary care — the regular checkups, sick visits, and ongoing management that keep small problems from becoming big ones. Dr. Gerard Murphy, Rebecca Nash, FNP, and Jessica Reynolds, FNP see patients of every age at Family Care of Chilhowie, from a child’s first well-visit to a senior’s annual wellness exam. Because our team has cared for many of the same families for years, your visit isn’t a cold start — your provider already knows your history.

What These Visits Cover

  • Same-day sick appointments When you wake up with a fever, sore throat, or something that just doesn't feel right, we hold appointment slots open each day for urgent but non-emergency concerns. Call as early in the day as you can for the best chance at a same-day slot.
  • Acute illness treatment From respiratory infections to minor injuries, our team evaluates and treats acute conditions in-office, often without the wait of an urgent care center.
  • General health visits Routine concerns, medication questions, or anything that doesn't fit a "checkup" or "I'm sick" category — this is where it gets addressed.
  • Preventive wellness exams Annual physicals for adults, designed to catch developing issues—blood pressure changes, cholesterol trends, weight changes—before they become serious.
  • Chronic disease management Ongoing care for conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol, including regular monitoring and medication management.
  • Well-child exams with vaccinations Scheduled checkups that track your child's growth and development, paired with vaccinations on the recommended schedule.
  • Sports physicals Required exams for school athletics, completed efficiently so your student doesn't miss tryouts or practice.

What to Expect at Your Visit

A typical office visit starts with a review of why you’re being seen and any changes since your last appointment, followed by a physical exam relevant to your concern, and a discussion of next steps — whether that’s a prescription, a follow-up plan, lab work, or simply reassurance. For wellness exams, expect a broader review covering vitals, relevant screenings, and preventive recommendations based on your age and health history.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a same-day appointment?
Call (276) 646-3241 as early in the day as possible. Same-day slots are reserved for acute, non-emergency concerns and fill up as the day goes on.
Most adults benefit from an annual wellness exam, though your provider may recommend a different schedule based on your age and health history.
In most cases, yes. Chronic disease management is a core part of what we do, and many patients never need a separate specialist for routine management.
Bring your child’s vaccination record if this is a new relationship with our office, along with a list of any current medications or concerns you want to discuss.

Related Services

Office Procedures
Lab Services & Testing
Allergy Shots & Immunizations

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  • 403 Chilhowie Street,
    Chilhowie, Virginia 24319

Jessica Reynolds

FNP-C
Jessica Reynolds, FNP-C, is an AANP Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. With 19 years of medical experience, her background encompasses case management, hospice care, home health, cardiology, and pediatrics. Jessica’s nursing career began in 2007 as a Registered Nurse following her graduation from Virginia Highlands Community College. She furthered her education by obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from King University in 2009 and completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from Old Dominion University in May 2025. Jessica is dedicated to providing excellent care to the local community. She is an active member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners. Outside of her professional life, Jessica is a devoted mother of four—three daughters and one son. She is from Smyth County and resides in Rich Valley with her husband and her children on their farm. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling, and engaging in outdoor activities: camping, raising cattle and goats, and riding horses.

Rebecca B. Nash

FNP
Rebecca B. Nash, FNP is a lifelong resident of Chilhowie, Virginia. She has been providing healthcare to patients in her hometown at Greever Clinic/Family Care of Chilhowie since 1999. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Radford University in 1995 and worked as a Registered Nurse at Bristol Regional Medical Center until completing graduate school through the University of Virginia earning a Master of Science in Nursing in 1999. She is AANP and ANCC certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She is also a FMCSA certified medical examiner and performs physicals for commercial motor vehicle drivers. She is married to JD Nash and they have three children, James, Eden, and River. Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys lots of family time.

Gerard H. Murphy

M.D
Gerard H. Murphy, M.D. is Board Certified in family practice and resides in Chilhowie, Virginia with his wife Jennifer and two boys Connor and Kyle. His undergraduate degree was in chemical engineering. He graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1990, Magna cum laude. Graduate studies were at the University of Connecticut Medical School in Farmington, Connecticut, graduating in 1994. Residency was completed at Middlesex Community Hospital in Middletown, Connecticut in 1997; he was selected by his peers to be Chief Resident in his final year of residency. He moved to Chilhowie in 1997 to join the Family Care of Chilhowie Practice and has been in continuous practice there for more than 20 years. He felt a calling to choose family medicine and practice in a rural, underserved area to help the broadest range of patients where high quality health care is needed most. Hobbies include basketball, golf, restoring classic cars, and enjoying the great outdoors.