Meet Our Vein Care TeamTrusted Leg Vein Care in Hattiesburg, D'Iberville & Meridian

Callie Flowers

Clinical Manager and Certified Vascular Sonographer

Callie serves as the clinical manager and registered ultrasound technician at The Vein Institute, where she is deeply committed to ensuring every patient has a pleasant and comfortable experience.

She earned her degree in medical radiologic technology and diagnostic medical sonography from Jones College in Ellisville, MS. Callie has developed a true passion for vascular care and has maintained her certification in vein ultrasound for over 18 years.

Outside of the office, she enjoys reading, traveling, cooking, and spending quality time with her family. Callie has been married for 19 years and shares a lively home with her husband, their two children, a cat, two dogs, two goats, chickens, and cows.

Alicia Pace

Nurse Practitioner

Alicia Pace, MSN, ACNPC-AG, is a board-certified Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with specialized expertise in Interventional Cardiology, Electrophysiology, and Cardiovascular Surgery. She joins The Vein Institute with more than 12 years of dedicated experience in cardiovascular care.

Alicia earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Southern Mississippi and later completed her Master of Science in Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) degree at Walden University. As a Registered Nurse since 2012, she spent much of her career in the Coronary Care Unit and Cardiovascular ICU at Stanford University Medical Center. After becoming a Nurse Practitioner in 2019, she served as Lead APP in Cardiology, Electrophysiology, and Cardiovascular Surgery at Merit Health Wesley, gaining extensive hands-on experience.

Upon joining The Vein Institute, Alicia underwent intensive training with Dr. Thompson to master sclerotherapy techniques. We are thrilled to have her offer this expertise to our patients.

Deeply passionate about vascular health, Alicia partners closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that best address their unique vein care needs. Her extensive knowledge and compassionate approach make her an outstanding provider and a valued addition to our team.

Outside of work, Alicia enjoys an active lifestyle with her husband, their two children, and the family dog. She loves spending time outdoors, but finds her greatest joy in being a mother.

Allyson Thompson

Marketing Director

Allyson serves as Marketing Director for the Vein Institute.

A Laurel, MS native, she holds degrees from Jones College, Mississippi State University, and the University of Southern Mississippi with a background in communications and public relations.

She enjoys tennis, golf, reading, and family travel, and loves being part of a team that builds meaningful relationships with patients and helps them return to a more active, pain-free life.

Rhonda Cheramie

Director of Revenue Cycle Management

Rhonda serves as the Director of Revenue Cycle Management at The Vein Institute, bringing over a decade of expertise in healthcare billing and coding to ensure smooth, efficient operations that support our commitment to exceptional patient care.

As a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), she earned her degree in Medical Billing and Coding from Antonelli College. Rhonda is passionate about contributing to a dynamic, growing practice that places patient care above all else.

A proud Mississippi native, Rhonda and her husband returned to Mississippi in 2023 to be near family. She treasures time outdoors, particularly peaceful days on the water fishing with her husband and creating special moments with her children and grandchildren.