The Kansas Academy of Family Physicians (KAFP) has selected John Eplee, MD, FAAFP of Atchison, Kansas as the 2019 Kansas Family Physician of the Year. He has practiced family medicine in Atchison for 38 years. In addition to his work as a family physician, Dr. Eplee is in his second term as Representative for Kansas House District 63. He is Vice Chair of the House Health & Human Services Committee. Read KAFP’s press release.
Renee Porter, Administrator of Dooley Center said, “Dr. Eplee is a phenomenal physician, who cares deeply for his patients and he is an excellent advocate for the aging services in the KS Legislature. Atchison County is lucky to have Dr. Eplee serve our community and represent us in legislature.”