Support Team
Our Support Team
Krista Aron
USC Front Office Supervisor
Originally from Duluth, Minnesota, Krista came to Nashville after calling Texas home for many years. She describes herself as an empty nester and proud mom to a cardiac RN daughter and a musician son. She's now kept busy at home with her Morkie, Max, who "thinks he runs the show, but is afraid to walk on the hardwood floors." At UA, Krista is the front office supervisor for and keeps everything running smoothly at our Urology Surgery Center. Krista has always had a passion for serving in the medical field. Starting out as a surgical tech, she held several different roles with various medical companies throughout the years. When asked what drives her here at UA, she points to our exceptional commitment to patient care and the ability to deliver that despite being in a non-clinical role. "No detail is too small," she says, "and I truly believe keeping the patient’s well-being at the forefront of every decision I make is evidenced by that."
BJ Bagsic
Purchasing Coordinator & Materials Handling
Originally from the Phillipines, BJ calls White Bluff home these days. BJ joined Urology Associates in 2018 as a scrub tech in our Urology Surgery Center. As purchasing coordinator, BJ ensures our offices have all the necessary supplies on hand when needed. When he's not keeping things running smoothly here at UA, chances are this angler is on one of Tennessee's numerous waterways, rod and reel in hand, trying to hit the bag limit.
Favorite Movie: Gran Torino
Favorite Book: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Favorite Quote: "Ask not what your country can do for you - Ask what you can do for your country." --John F. Kennedy
Courtney Duke
Charlotte Front Office & Scanning Supervisor
Courtney calls Dickson, Tennessee home and considers herself lucky to have been born and raised in this charming Middle Tennessee community and still calls it home today. She joined Urology Associates in 2014, first in our scanning department, then charge posting, and now oversees our front desk and scanning departments. Today, as Front Office and Scanning Supervisor, Courtney manages operations in these two critical areas of the practice. She brings unparalleled enthusiasm and her quirky sense of humor to her co-workers and the patients she encounters every day.
Ryn Sledge
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Ryn was born in Alabama, grew up in Franklin, and now lives in Hermitage, TN. She joined Urology Associates in 2020 as a patient navigator, then took on additional roles involving staff training and credentialing. Today, as Training Coordinator, Ryn oversees the onboarding of new employees and the continuing training of existing staff. Ryn says, "It is always a new day at UA and I am so grateful to be a part of the team. I can’t wait to see what my next assignment will be!"
Ryn and her husband, David, have one son, U.S. Army Captain Jeremy Sledge, and three grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, playing cards and board games, crafting, and reading.
Kathy Ang
Lab Supervisor
Kathy was born and raised in the Phillipines and came to the U.S. in 2004. She and her husband live with their daughter and two guinea pigs in Franklin, TN. Kathy graduated from the University of San Agustin with a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology. As Laboratory Supervisor, Kathy oversees the daily operations of our main laboratory, satellite laboratory, and manages laboratory staff.
Favorite Movie: Coming to America
Danielle Travis
Clinical Supervisor at Charlotte Avenue Office
Originally from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Danielle studied at Stillman College and attended Nashville College of Medical Careers. She joined Urology Associates in 2015, first at our Summit office, and then at our Mount Juliet location as a Team Lead. She and her husband are high school sweethearts, reside in Murfreesboro, TN, and have three children: two sons (ages 20 and 17) and a daughter (age 11). In her free time, Danielle enjoys shopping and cheers on the Crimson Tide. RTR!
John Viselli
Research Supervisor
Born in Florida and coming to us from Torrington, Connecticut, John first gained experience performing x-rays and fluoroscopy for spinal injections. He then worked in the dermatology field, performing skin cancer and cosmetic surgeries, and in cardiovascular, which led to his work in research. John and his wife have four children and have a menagerie at their home in White Bluff, TN, including dogs, cats, mini ponies and a horse. In his free time, he enjoys fishing, hiking, and coaching youth sports. “As part of Urology Associates’ research team, we have an obligation to employ the newest groundbreaking treatment options to ensure our patients are recipients of the most current clinical advances,” said Viselli. “We do this by sustaining processes that maintain research ethics, regulatory compliance, and scientific integrity.”
Chanda Wood, RT(R)
CT/Imaging Supervisor
Chanda was born and raised in Carthage, Tennessee, a small town she loves and will always call home. After receiving her RT certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Chanda began her Radiology career in 1993. With her career in full swing, she joined the UA team in 2001. She has one son, Blake, who is a paramedic/firefighter in Lebanon. Chanda and her fiancé, Ricky, enjoy fishing, spending time with family and friends, and taking trips to the mountains. She takes pride in watching and being the #1 fan of her fiancé’s band. In her free time, she loves to draw, paint, and spoil her dogs.
Nicole Sutton
Coding & Charge Posting Supervisor
Coming Soon!