Jean Miller, D.O.
Jean Miller, D.O., is an Oklahoma native who has lived in Northern Indiana for the past 15 years. She attended Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in Pomona, California. Then she came to Indiana and did her residency in family medicine at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka, Indiana.
Dr. Miller has been practicing for 15 years and, in the last 5 years, in an employer-based direct primary care practice. This practice allows her to spend more time with her patients and get to know them better, which helps to keep their healthcare costs down.
In July 2024, Dr. Miller was able to get NCQA diabetes recognition. (The National Committee for Quality Assurance is a national, not-for-profit program that is nationally recognized.)
Dr. Miller believes that preventative healthcare is important and loves helping her patients live their healthiest lives.
Dr. Miller enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter and has been with Tupelo Medical Group since January 2025. Dr. Miller is currently taking new patients.
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Julian D. Loden, M.D.
A Fulton native, Julian Loden, M.D., is a board certified physician in Internal Medicine and a Certified Hypertension Specialist. He graduated from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology. He received his Medical Doctorate at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, after which he completed his Internal Medicine Residency at University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS.
Dr. Loden is one of the founding physicians of Tupelo Medical Group, which opened in May 1998. Dr. Loden has been practicing medicine since 1996. He treats and monitors other chronic illnesses as well as acute problems as they arise. He also enjoys doing minor procedures in the office, such as, biopsies and skin lesion removals.
When he is not working, Dr. Loden spends time with family, biking and watching the Rebels. Dr. Loden is currently accepting new patients.
Torey Collier, M.D.
Dr. Torey Collier, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who is proud to serve patients and families in Mississippi. A native of Ocean Springs, Dr. Collier has deep roots in the state and a passion for providing compassionate, personalized care to patients of all ages.
Dr. Collier earned her undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University in 2015 before attending the University of Mississippi Medical Center, where she earned her medical degree in 2019. She then completed her internship and residency training at the Family Medicine Residency Center in Tupelo, Mississippi, graduating in 2022.
Since completing her residency, Dr. Collier has practiced family medicine, caring for patients across all stages of life. She believes in building lasting relationships with her patients and takes a thoughtful, patient-centered approach to healthcare.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Collier enjoys spending time with her husband and their four sons. When she isn't caring for patients or enjoying time with her family, she loves antiquing and thrift shopping.
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Katy Franks, D.O.
Dr. Katy Franks, D.O., is a Tupelo native who is excited to serve the community she has always called home. As a family medicine physician, she is passionate about providing compassionate, comprehensive care and building lasting relationships with her patients and their families.
Dr. Franks earned her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Mississippi State University in 2019. She then attended the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, Florida, where she earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree in 2023.
Following medical school, Dr. Franks returned to Tupelo to complete her internship and residency training at the Family Medicine Residency Center. She graduated from residency in 2026 and began practicing family medicine with Tupelo Medical Group in July 2026.
Dr. Franks enjoys caring for patients throughout every stage of life and values taking the time to listen, understand each patient's individual needs, and provide personalized care.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Franks enjoys spending time with her dog, Toe Mater, and embracing all things Disney. She is happy to be back home in Tupelo and looks forward to caring for the community that helped shape who she is today.
Benjamin R. Gilliland, M.D.
A Tupelo native Benjamin Gilliland, M.D., is a board certified physician in Family Medicine and a Certified Clinical Densitometrist. He graduated from Mississippi State University with a Bachelor’s of Science. He received his Medical Doctorate at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, after which he completed his Family Medicine Residency at St. Vincent’s East Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama.
Dr. Gilliland enjoys caring for each patient and tailoring his or her medical care to personal needs and preferences. As a family physician, Dr. Gilliland seeks to work alongside his patients with the goals of: improving their overall health with lifestyle changes rather than medications and preventing future medical issues. He works diligently in treating patients with diabetes and other chronic medical illnesses but is also proficient in caring for those with acute needs as they arise.
When he is not working, Dr. Gilliland spends time with his family, training his labrador, waterfowl hunting, and spending time outdoors. He is currently accepting new patients.
Pami J. Taylor, M.D.
Pami Taylor, MD is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and a Certified Hypertension Specialist. She graduated from LSU with a Bachelor of Science degree. She received her Medical Doctorate at LSU Medical Center in New Orleans, after which she completed her Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS.
Dr. Taylor has been in practice since 1996 and a partner at Tupelo Medical Group since 2000. Dr. Taylor enjoys treating patients and diagnosing medical problems. Dr. Taylor also focuses on preventive health and the prevention of chronic medical problems. She treats chronic health conditions along with any acute illnesses. She does her best to help patients utilize their medical benefits to get the best possible care.
When she is not working, Dr. Taylor enjoys spending time with family, running, swimming and traveling. She is currently accepting new patients.