Meet Our Staff!
At Seaside Family Medicine we care about your health and well being and look forward to building a build life-long relationships with you and your family. We want to provide you with the best possible healthcare experience in a positive and relaxed environment so that you look forward to your next visit with us.
Our providers are highly skilled and experienced nurse practitioners trained in both adult and pediatric medicine. They are supervised by a medical doctor who is trained and practicing in family medicine. He is available to them for consults at any time.
Joe Haines, MD **Not accepting new patients
Medical Director
Dr. Joe Haines is the Supervising Physician at Seaside Family Medicine. He is a board certified family medicine specialist. Dr. Haines received his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine where he also completed his family medicine residency. Dr. Haines currently practices family medicine in Beaufort, SC.
Dr. Joe Haines resides in Beaufort with his wife and two children. When he is not practicing medicine, Dr. Haines enjoys writing and historical research.
Donna Marie McAllister
Chief Operating Officer
Donna Marie McAllister is the Chief Operating Officer and part owner of Seaside Family Medicine. She was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts. Donna has over 20 years of experience managing staff in financial operations within the international banking and Medicare insurance administration sectors. During her career Donna has developed and implemented quality improvements that resulted in efficiencies, streamlined processes, and cost savings.
Donna is responsible for the daily operations at Seaside Family Medicine including financial operations, compliance, and personnel management. She is dedicated to ensuring that the best possible care for you and your family is provided and that you are treated by staff in a kind and respectful manner.
Donna lives with her husband in West Ashley and during her time away from the office she enjoys spending time with family and friends, entertaining, interior decorating, exploring Charleston, and relaxing on the beach.
Katie Beth Hollowoa, FNP ** Accepting New Weight Loss Patients**
Katie Beth Hollowoa is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Katie Beth graduated from the University of Arkansas with her Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) in 2017. After completing her BSN, Katie Beth worked in cardiovascular intensive care and then transitioned to outpatient dermatology. She completed her Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 2022.
During graduate school Katie Beth completed a research project on patient education and medical management of menopause. After graduating with her DNP, Katie Beth worked in a federally qualified health center as a primary care provider.
She enjoys weight loss, mental health, and working with patient's to improve their overall health status. In her free time she enjoys hot yoga, pilates, running, reading, and cooking with her husband.
Amanda McAllister, DNP, PNP ** Accepting New Patients**
Amanda McAllister is a Doctoral prepared Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) who grew up in Boston. From an early age she knew she wanted to work in healthcare, specifically with children. She received her Bachelor's and Master's in Nursing from Regis College in Weston, MA. After finishing the program, she decided to make a change and move to beautiful Charleston, SC. Once in Charleston, she enrolled at Medical University of South Carolina and graduated with her Doctorate of Nursing Practice with a 4.0 GPA.
Amanda has over nine years of experience as a PNP with five of the years spent working in rural health. During her clinical training Amanda completed a rotation in the behavioral neurology department at Boston Children’s Hospital where she learned about the management of pediatric behavioral health conditions. She also completed a clinical rotation in the newborn nursery further increasing her knowledge of the care of infants.
Amanda lives in Mount Pleasant and enjoys playing tennis, boating, and exploring the Lowcountry. She is excited to join the medical community in the Summerville area and provide high quality pediatric care.
Erica Fusco FNP **Accepting New Patients*
Erica Fusco is a Family Nurse Practitioner at Seaside Family Medicine. Her nursing journey began in 2006 at Charleston Southern University Nursing School, where she dove into learning about the world of patient care with enthusiasm and a heart full of compassion for others.
For the past 14 years, Erica has had the incredible privilege of working as a nurse at Roper St. Francis Hospital. She decided to take her passion for nursing to the next level by pursuing a Master’s degree in Family Nurse Practitioner studies at the University of South Alabama. It has been an exciting journey of learning and growth. She is grateful for the opportunity to expand her knowledge and skills in order to better serve the community.
She is overflowing with excitement and eagerness to continue making a positive impact on the lives of those she cares for. Her goal is to not only provide top-notch medical care, but also to be a friendly face and a source of support for patients and their families.
Erica lives in Summerville and enjoys spending time with her family and friends, attending local festivals, boating, and reading a good book on the beach.