RHI WALLACE, CO-OWNER

Rhi graduated from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia in 2008 with a degree in Health Science and then promptly packed up her life and moved with Jared to Alaska. She completed her undergraduate studies with the intent of pursuing medical school and had many different specialties she was considering at that time. She and Jared had a 5-year plan to move out of Alaska to allow her to pursue this dream. However, Alaska has a way of hanging onto its residents and the opportunities that arose have kept her here well beyond the 5-year plan.

Rhi had a fundamental role in the initial brainstorming, creation, and operation of Odyssey Family Practice. The passion she conveyed was instrumental in helping acquire the funding needed in the early days of Odyssey.  She continues to provide integral support in an administrative role and adds the perfect amount of feminine touch that Odyssey needs. This touch is seen in the décor, compassionate social media posts, and much of the behind-the-scenes attention that the staff appreciates.

All that being said, motherhood is the most important role to Rhi. She is the mother of four beautiful children, two boys and two girls. She loves watching them grow into their personalities while highlighting their strengths. She enjoys one-on-one trips with the kids to Universal Studios or simple coffee dates. She loves babies and looks for any opportunity to hold a baby or babysit just for fun. This passion for babies translates well to her role as the acting board Secretary for the Maternal Alloimmunization Foundation. This is a non-profit group that advocates for and provides support to families affected by maternal alloimmunizations. Their mission is to help prevent stillbirth and neonatal morbidity/mortality through supporting mothers and providing education with intent to improve prenatal healthcare practices. 

Rhi does miss Pennsylvania and looks forward to the return visits to hang out with family. She enjoys reading with a goal of 30+ books a year. She is a Swifty and proud of it. Rhi also enjoys fitness, clean eating, warm weather and the beach, coffee + tea, exploring new recipes, and hosting murder mystery parties for the office. 

Melissa came to Alaska straight out of high school from Clinton, North Carolina. She minored in Psychology and Accounting and majored in Business Administration. Melissa loves the service mentality exhibited by Odyssey Family Practice and takes pride in the care and compassion shown to each patient. In her interview she asked, "Do you do service projects?" The answer was yes, and that was one reason she took the job. Melissa has been an invaluable employee at Odyssey Family Practice for 2.5 years and works many rolls. You can find her checking patients in at the front desk, rooming patients, out at the platforms doing Occupational Health, and at most Odyssey outreach events. She is a jack of all trades, and we are so thankful for her diligence to the company. 

Melissa is always a joy to be around, actively serves her community, and is an exceptionally talented artist of many crafts. She is a master at wood and laser engraving and creating the most beautiful greeting and birthday cards. Melissa is married with 2 wonderful kids and 2 beautiful granddaughters that she loves spending time with. 

Kathie moved to the Kenai Peninsula in 1979 from California.  She graduated from Weber State University in their Outreach Nursing Program, receiving her licensed practical nurse (LPN). Kathie previously completed an EMT-1 and firefighter training course. She enjoys utilizing her nursing skills and helping the community through her job at Odyssey Family Practice. 

Kathie is family oriented and loves spending time with her son and grandsons. She has a passion for Rottweilers and is currently raising her third, Ellie.  She is active in her church community, and enjoys reading, traveling, and enjoying the beauty Alaska has to offer, especially all the bullwinkles (moose). 

Bri was born and raised in Michigan and moved to Kenai in 2021 with her husband and two dogs. They expanded and now are raising pigs, chickens, and rabbits.  She started her medical journey in Australia and Papua New Guinea. Bri volunteered on a medical ship traveling to remote villages providing free health care services and in turn received a Certificate III in Medicine. She excited to continue her career at Odyssey! 

Nicole is Dr. Miller's Medical Assistant and comes to us from Arizona with her husband Matt and 4 children. 

Nicole enjoys the family atmosphere between co-workers and loves that working at Odyssey feels like home and where she’s destined to be. 

Nicole loves the beauty Alaska offers and enjoys spending her time with her husband Matt and 4 beautiful children. 

Kaylynn is Heather Moon's Medical Assistant and was born and raised on the Kenai Peninsula. She loves the care and compassion that the patients at Odyssey Family Practice receive and enjoys working alongside her coworkers.

Kaylynn is the mother to 3 children and has 4 grand babies that she loves spending quality time with them. She enjoys what most Alaskan Women do, fishing, camping, spending time at the beach and an added bonus, crochet. 

 Jessica was born and raised in Washington State and moved to Alaska 14 years ago.  Her plans were to raise her little girl and one day to own a farm.  Jessica LOVES fishing, rock hunting at the beaches and hiking.

She says her favorite part of being a team member of Odyssey, is the passion Odyssey has of making sure our patients get the medical care they need.  She loves how family oriented we are and how we strive to be a part of the community, not just Kenai but all of the Kenai Peninsula.

 Julian is an aviation/history enthusiast who was born and raised in Florida.  

He has lived on the Kenai Peninsula for 7 years.  He enjoys spending his free time fishing and cooking traditional Cuban/Columbian cuisine.  When he isn't on the river or standing at the stove, you can find him enjoying peaceful afternoons with his girlfriend and their 2 cats.  

Julian is proud to be a part of the Odyssey team and appreciates the dedication to patient care shown by his coworkers.