As such, he assumes responsibility for the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illness. He works independently and/or in collaboration with the other health care professionals at Pride Medical, Inc. Dr. Fox received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from East Tennessee State University, his Masters of Science in Nursing from Emory University (Adult Nurse Practitioner), and his doctoral degree (PhD) in nursing from the University of Wisconsin. He also is certified in HIV care by the American Academy of HIV Medicine, as well as being an AIDS Certified Registered Nurse. Dr. Fox has privileges at Piedmont Hospital and is accepting new patients. (APRN stands for advanced practice registered nurse.)