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TrustCare Clinic

About TRUSTCARE CLINIC 

TrustCare Clinic — Your Health, Our Priority

At TrustCare Clinic, we believe great healthcare begins with understanding you. That’s why we prioritize personalized care—treatment that’s tailored to your individual health journey. From the moment you walk through our doors, our compassionate team of physicians and healthcare professionals works hand-in-hand with you to design care plans that meet your specific needs, concerns, and goals.

We’re more than just a clinic—we’re your partner in lifelong wellness. With a strong emphasis on preventive care, we don’t just focus on what's wrong; we focus on keeping you well. From regular health screenings and lifestyle coaching to proactive strategies that catch issues early, we help you stay ahead of illness.

Convenience meets comprehensive care at TrustCare. We offer a broad range of medical services under one roof—including General Medicine, expert Physicians’ consultations, Vaccination services, diagnostic testing, and more—saving you the time and hassle of multiple appointments at different locations. With flexible options like same-day visits, extended hours, and telehealth services, we bring care to you when and how you need it.

We’ve created a welcoming space that puts your comfort first. Our modern, patient-friendly facilities are equipped with the latest medical technologies, ensuring accurate diagnoses and optimal outcomes—all while keeping you informed and involved at every step.

Whether you’re coming in for a routine check-up, a vaccination, or chronic condition management, TrustCare Clinic offers more than treatment—we offer trust. Let us walk with you on your journey to better health.

CLINIC STAFF
Lacy Smith, MD
Chief Medical Officer & Faculty Physician

Dr. Smith joined Cahaba Medical Care in 2010 and worked with Dr. Waits to transition CMC into a FQHC as well as assisted in co-founding 

Joshua Elledge, CRNP
Chief Medical Officer

Mr. Elledge was born and raised, and currently resides in Tuscaloosa, AL. He obtained his MSN-FNP from Samford University in May 2016 

Shelley Waits, MD
Faculty Physician

Dr. Waits joined Cahaba Medical Care in 2013 after graduating from Tuscaloosa Family Medicine Residency and completing an obstetrics fellowship also in Tuscaloosa. 

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