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Our Providers
Oscar F. Lovelace, Jr., MD
Dr. Lovelace, originally from Columbia, founded LFM in 1988. He graduated from Clemson University in 1981 with honors, where he served as student body president, and from the Medical University of South Carolina in 1985. He served as chief resident at the University of Virginia in Family Medicine in 1988. Dr. Lovelace has special medical interests in obstetrics, as well as preventive and agricultural medicine. Dr. Lovelace was selected as the 2012 South Carolina Family Physician of the Year by the SC Academy of Family Physicians and the 2015 Academy of Family Physicians National Physician of the Year. He has also served as the chairman of the Governor’s Healthcare Taskforce. He and his wife Mary have four children: Ben, Spencer, Erin, and Luke. Dr. Lovelace enjoys shrimping, swimming, and playing hambone.
2015 National AAFP Physician of the Year
William M. “Chip” Dixon, III, MD
Dr. Dixon came to LFM in 2001. After receiving his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from Harvard University, Dr. Dixon attended UVA Medical School. He served his residency at the Hamot Family Practice in Erie, PA. Board certified in Family Medicine, Dr. Dixon also has a special medical interest in obstetrics and completed a fellowship in obstetrics at Central Texas Medical Foundation. Dr. Dixon is not only committed to the practice of medicine, but he is also invested in mentoring and teaching medical students. For his commitment to excellence in clinical education, The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine honored Dr. Dixon with the 2014 Preceptor of the Year award. Most recently Dr. Dixon became a double recipient of Newberry County Memorial Hospital’s most prestigious award after being named Physician of the Year in 2010 and again in 2016.
Dr. Dixon has been active in a number of sports, from soccer to basketball. He was also the captain of his crew team and now enjoys spending time hiking outdoors. Dr. Dixon lives in Newberry with his wife Candice and their daughters Eliza and Lexi.
2016 Newberry County Memorial Hospital Doctor of the Year
2013 Edward Via Collage of Osteopathic Medicine Preceptor of the Year
Spencer Lovelace, MD
Dr. Spencer Lovelace joined LFM in 2016. He received his undergraduate degree from Clemson University before earning his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. He completed his residency in Family Medicine at the Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine. Dr. Lovelace now resides in Little Mountain and enjoys spending his free time with his wife Brittany, and children Mazie, Elijah, and twin boys Oscar and Vance.
2021-2022 Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Preceptor of the Year
2020-2021 Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Preceptor of the Year
Allie Redding, DO
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Allie Redding to the Lovelace Family Medicine Family! With a passion for healing and a commitment to exceptional patient care, Dr. Redding brings a wealth of knowledge and a warm heart to our practice.
Dr. Redding’s journey to becoming a physician includes earning her bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Clemson University where she also minored in music. She not only excelled academically but also embraced the spirit of community and teamwork that she now brings to our medical practice.
Following graduation, Dr. Redding went on to achieve her Medical Degree from the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her dedication to learning and her compassionate nature have molded her into the outstanding physician she is today.
Hailing from the neighboring town of Greenwood, SC, Dr. Redding understands the importance of a close-knit community.
Dr. Redding’s professional interests include a special focus on women’s health and global well-being. Her holistic approach to medicine ensures that each patient receives personalized care that considers both their physical and emotional needs.
When she’s not in the office, you might find Dr. Redding passionately cheering for her beloved Clemson football team! Off the field, she channels her creativity into crafts and lets her voice shine through singing.
Dr. Redding now lives in Newberry with her husband Robert, twin sons, Jacob and Graham, and fur baby Sadie.
Katie Price, MD
Dr. Price joined LFM in 2025. Originally from Irmo, SC, she graduated from Furman University in 2004 and from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2008. In 2007, she married Macky Price (a native of Newberry) and became a military spouse. She completed her Family Medicine Residency through the University of Hawaii in 2011. As a military spouse, Dr. Price has had the opportunity to live and work in many different locations. She worked for Kaiser Permanente during her time in Hawaii, for the Department of Defense while stationed in Alabama, for the Veterans Administration while living in Savannah, and, most recently, for the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine as an adjunct professor of Family Medicine. Although she has spent most of her professional life outside of South Carolina, she is no stranger to Lovelace Family Medicine. She had the honor to apprentice under Drs Lovelace and Dixon medical school and residency. She is thrilled to return “home” to South Carolina and to work with such a great team.
Dr. Price enjoys spending time with her family and church family. She also enjoys hiking, reading, and time on Lake Murray. Dr Price lives in Prosperity with her husband and four children: William, Annie Kate, Sam and Eliza.
Rhonda L. Cook, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Rhonda Cook, a native of Charleston, SC, joined LFM in January 2002. She earned her bachelors a well as her masters degree from University of South Carolina. Rhonda has a special medical interest in pediatrics. She lives in Chapin with her husband David and has four sons: Daniel, Adam, Andrew, and Matthew. Rhonda enjoys reading, shopping, and traveling.
Lindsay W. Piersol, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Lindsay joined Lovelace Family Medicine (LFM) in June 2009. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Lander University in 2006 and her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Clemson University in 2008. Prior to her work at LFM, Lindsay gained experience in oncology and nephrology.
Recently, Lindsay became certified as a nutrition coach and a stress management and recovery coach. She also founded her wellness brand, Live Loveli, where she coaches a functional medicine approach to achieving a healthy, non-toxic lifestyle.
A native of Newberry, Lindsay lives there with her husband, Jay Piersol, and their three children: Hunter, Olivia, and Harper.
Lauren S. Daniels MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Lauren earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2011 from Charleston Southern University. She then worked as a registered nurse in rehabilitation nursing for 6 years. She earned her Masters degree from Walden University in 2018 and has been working in family practice since then. Lauren lives in Little Mountain with her husband, Trey and loves fitness, baking, gardening, and outdoor activities.
Lisa Sauls, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Lisa Sauls, a native of Columbia, SC, joined LFM in January 2026. She earned an Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Midlands Technical College in 1999, Bachelor of Science in Nursing from South University in 2016, Master of Science in Nursing from South University in 2018, and Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of South Carolina in 2023. Lisa brings 25+ years of nursing experience as well as experience in primary care via house calls and infusion therapy.
Lisa lives in Newberry with her husband, Chris, two of their children and three dogs. Lisa and Chris have 5 children in total, Seth, Kaylee, Natalie, Abby, and Drake. Lisa enjoys gardening, baking, grilling, and spending time with family.