Meet the Team
Jessica Mills, APRN
Founder/OwnerJessica “Jessie” Mills founded Highland Family Medical with a simple but powerful vision: to bring healthcare back to what it should be — personal, compassionate, and rooted in community. With more than 20 years of experience in nursing, Jessie has cared for patients in a variety of settings, gaining not only clinical expertise but a deep understanding of how meaningful relationships impact health outcomes. She earned her Master’s Degree in Nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University, further strengthening her commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based primary care.
Throughout her career, Jessie saw firsthand how rushed visits and impersonal systems could leave patients feeling unheard. She knew families deserved more — more time, more connection, and more trust in their provider. That calling led her to establish Highland Family Medical, a practice where patients are treated like family, conversations are never hurried, and care is tailored to the whole person. Jessie is passionate about walking alongside her patients through every stage of life, ensuring they feel supported through challenges, and providing steady, dependable care they can count on. For her, medicine isn’t just a profession; it’s a calling to serve her community with integrity, kindness, and excellence.
Courtney Bartley
Medical AssistantCourtney Bartley serves as a Medical Assistant at Highland Family Medical, where her heart for people shines through in every patient interaction. Drawn to healthcare by a desire to care for others during both routine visits and life’s unexpected moments, Courtney finds deep fulfillment in helping patients feel calm, supported, and truly seen. She understands that even small gestures — a reassuring smile, a listening ear, or thoughtful attention to detail — can make a lasting impact on someone’s healthcare experience.
As an integral part of the Highland Family Medical team, Courtney works closely with Jessie to ensure each patient receives compassionate, seamless care. She values the relationships built with families over time and is proud to serve a community that feels like home. Her warmth, reliability, and genuine commitment to others make her a trusted and beloved part of the practice.