Dr. Brian Thornburg, MSM, DO, FAAP, PA, owner of Naples-based Thornburg Pediatrics, plans to hire Mary M. Baron to the staff of his holistic concierge pediatric care practice in June after she completes her doctor of nursing practice degree from Florida Gulf Coast University and board certification as a family nurse practitioner in May. Currently a holding a bachelor’s degree in nursing from John Hopkins University, she has more than 17 years of experience in health care, including 10 years at Boston Children’s Hospital.

Baron embraces a holistic view of health and wellness. Thee practice combines Western allopathic medicine with functional health care, and is currently arranging appointments for Baron.

Location: 5500 Bryson Dr., Ste. 301. For more information and appointments, call 239-348-7337 or visit ThornburgPediatrics.com. See ad, page 19.