Our team

The people behind your care

Express Family Care is led by an emergency-medicine physician and supported by clinical and patient-service professionals across Bonsack, Cave Spring, and Westlake.

David B. Alligood, MD, founder of Express Family Care

Portrait courtesy of Express Family Care’s current website.

Founder & physician

David B. Alligood, M.D.

Dr. Alligood, founder of Express Family Care, brings more than 20 years of Emergency Medicine experience. He previously served as Director of the Emergency Department at two Carilion hospitals.

A graduate of Wake Forest University School of Medicine, he completed his internship and residency in Roanoke. Dr. Alligood provides walk-in care at the Bonsack, Cave Spring, and Westlake clinics.

In 2023, Roanoker Magazine named him the Top Urgent Care Doctor in the Roanoke Valley.

  • Graduate of Wake Forest University School of Medicine
  • Completed his internship and residency in Roanoke
  • More than 20 years of Emergency Medicine experience
  • Former Director of the Emergency Department at two Carilion hospitals
  • 2023 Top Urgent Care Doctor in the Roanoke Valley, Roanoker Magazine
  • Provides walk-in care at all three Express Family Care locations

Clinical & patient support

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Physician Assistant

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Physician Assistant

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Clinical Support

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