Meet Our Providers
Ramakrishna P. Kanuri, M.D.
Dr Kanuri has been a practicing as a gastroenterologist in Brooksville for over 30 years and is a board certified gastroenterologist,
who strives to provide the highest quality medical care and services in a compassionate, professional and personalized manner. Dr. Kanuri
graduated from Osmania Medical College, India and completed his medical residency in internal medicine at Hurley Medical Center, Flint, Michigan
and at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan.
He completed his fellowship in gastroenterology from University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kanuri's clinical areas of interest and expertise
include: colonoscopy, endoscopy and acid reflux disorders. He is currently the president of Hernando Gastroenterology Associates and executive director
of Hernando Endoscopy & Surgery Center, Brooksville Florida.
Dr. Kanuri is a dedicated family man. He and his wife Radha have 3 beautiful children: Arjun, Nitya and Ajay.
He is affiliated with the following local Hospitals: Bayfront Health, Brooksville - Bayfront Health, Spring Hill and Oak Hill Hospital, Brooksville.
Arlene Bradford, APRN-C
Arlene Bradford, APRN-C has been a nurse for nearly 30 years. Before she became a certified Family Nurse Practitioner, caring
for elderly patients in their homes, she was a pediatric nurse for 15 years, caring for children with pulmonary issues at St. Joseph's hospital in Tampa. Arlene chose
to become a Family Nurse Practitioner so that she could expand her knowledge and expertise to care for patients throughout their lifespan. She now enjoys working
with adults who have gastroenterology issues. Arlene has a biology degree from George Mason University, and graduated with honors at both nursing schools; firstly,
with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Iowa Wesleyan College and a Master's degree in nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of South Florida.
The various locales reflect that she was firstly a daughter and then a wife of two military men. Arlene has also been a nursing instructor for Hillsborough
Community College, Rasmussen University and Florida College of Health Sciences in Tampa. She tells her students to treat patients as they would like to be treated.
Being personable, professional and competent is of the upmost importance to her.
Arlene is happily married to Robert, a professional musician, and loves being at home with their rescue dog, Harley. Her
hobbies include staying in shape with Pilates, being a home-body, listening to music and caring for flowering plants. Arlene has two beautiful children, Gary and
Amber and three wonderful grandchildren, who all live in Texas.
Katrina Orner, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Katrina Orner has always seen herself working in the medical field. She started her career as a nurse 30 years ago working in a variety of positions. Her gastroenterology interest also began 30 years ago as she worked as an endoscopy nurse in the late 1990's. Her interest in gastrointestinal issues only grew when a close family member was diagnosed with Hepatitis C and when she met her husband who currently deals with Pancreatic insufficiency. She decided quickly that she wanted to continue to expand her education and became a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2000. Katrina graduated with honors from State College of Florida with her Associate of Arts and Associate of Science in Nursing. While at State College of Florida, she was the 1993 "Image Award" recipient for Leadership and Academic Success. She then attended the University of Florida where she graduated Magna Cum Lauda with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing- FNP tract. Before working with adults with gastroenterology issues, she worked in private practice primary care, performed rape exams for the county, and worked in Public health caring for the under and uninsured population. While working at the Department of Health, in 2004 she was given the DOH "Caring Hands" Award for Excellence in Nursing. She has also been a Clinical Preceptor to many Nurse Practitioner students over the years. She is known for her compassionate bedside manner and provides competent professional care.
Katrina is happily married to her husband, Eric. She has two fur babies- rescued Chiweenies named Tobi and Levi. Her hobbies include spending time with her husband, family and friends, attending to her small garden, kayaking, and spending time at her church.
Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. ~ 5:00 p.m. |
Saturday - Sunday: CLOSED |
OFFICE PHONE:(352) 597-1206 |
FAX:(352) 597-1208
Ramakrishna P. Kanuri, M.D.
Dr Kanuri has been a practicing as a gastroenterologist in Brooksville for over 30 years and is a board certified gastroenterologist, who strives to provide the highest quality medical care and services in a compassionate, professional and personalized manner. Dr. Kanuri graduated from Osmania Medical College, India and completed his medical residency in internal medicine at Hurley Medical Center, Flint, Michigan and at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan.
He completed his fellowship in gastroenterology from University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kanuri's clinical areas of interest and expertise include: colonoscopy, endoscopy and acid reflux disorders. He is currently the president of Hernando Gastroenterology Associates and executive director of Hernando Endoscopy & Surgery Center, Brooksville Florida.
Dr. Kanuri is a dedicated family man. He and his wife Radha have 3 beautiful children: Arjun, Nitya and Ajay.
He is affiliated with the following local Hospitals: Bayfront Health, Brooksville - Bayfront Health, Spring Hill and Oak Hill Hospital, Brooksville.
Arlene Bradford, APRN-C
Arlene Bradford, APRN-C has been a nurse for nearly 30 years. Before she became a certified Family Nurse Practitioner, caring for elderly patients in their homes, she was a pediatric nurse for 15 years, caring for children with pulmonary issues at St. Joseph's hospital in Tampa. Arlene chose to become a Family Nurse Practitioner so that she could expand her knowledge and expertise to care for patients throughout their lifespan. She now enjoys working with adults who have gastroenterology issues. Arlene has a biology degree from George Mason University, and graduated with honors at both nursing schools; firstly, with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Iowa Wesleyan College and a Master's degree in nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of South Florida. The various locales reflect that she was firstly a daughter and then a wife of two military men. Arlene has also been a nursing instructor for Hillsborough Community College, Rasmussen University and Florida College of Health Sciences in Tampa. She tells her students to treat patients as they would like to be treated. Being personable, professional and competent is of the upmost importance to her.
Arlene is happily married to Robert, a professional musician, and loves being at home with their rescue dog, Harley. Her hobbies include staying in shape with Pilates, being a home-body, listening to music and caring for flowering plants. Arlene has two beautiful children, Gary and Amber and three wonderful grandchildren, who all live in Texas.
Katrina Orner, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Katrina Orner has always seen herself working in the medical field. She started her career as a nurse 30 years ago working in a variety of positions. Her gastroenterology interest also began 30 years ago as she worked as an endoscopy nurse in the late 1990's. Her interest in gastrointestinal issues only grew when a close family member was diagnosed with Hepatitis C and when she met her husband who currently deals with Pancreatic insufficiency. She decided quickly that she wanted to continue to expand her education and became a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2000. Katrina graduated with honors from State College of Florida with her Associate of Arts and Associate of Science in Nursing. While at State College of Florida, she was the 1993 "Image Award" recipient for Leadership and Academic Success. She then attended the University of Florida where she graduated Magna Cum Lauda with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing- FNP tract. Before working with adults with gastroenterology issues, she worked in private practice primary care, performed rape exams for the county, and worked in Public health caring for the under and uninsured population. While working at the Department of Health, in 2004 she was given the DOH "Caring Hands" Award for Excellence in Nursing. She has also been a Clinical Preceptor to many Nurse Practitioner students over the years. She is known for her compassionate bedside manner and provides competent professional care.
Katrina is happily married to her husband, Eric. She has two fur babies- rescued Chiweenies named Tobi and Levi. Her hobbies include spending time with her husband, family and friends, attending to her small garden, kayaking, and spending time at her church.