MDVIP Welcomes Drs. Pappas and Loudermilk to New Destin Practice

MDVIP is expanding its network along the Emerald Coast by welcoming family medicine physicians Dr. Chris G. Pappas, MD, FAAFP, and Dr. John E. Loudermilk, MD, FAAFP to their new practice located at 4608 Opa-Locka Lane Suite 300 in Destin, FL. The two physicians share a passion for proactive, preventative care, and are accepting new patients seeking enhanced communication and a closer relationship with their primary care physician.

Dr. Chris Pappas is a retired Colonel in the United States Army Medical Corps who proudly served the Nation for 28 years in a variety of clinical, leadership, and operational roles. Throughout his military career, he served as a staff family physician, battalion surgeon, flight surgeon, and medical educator at installations across the United States. He also supported numerous high-priority missions overseas, reflecting a deep commitment to service and patient care.

Pappas earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland. He completed his internship at Fort Benning, Georgia, and his residency at Madigan Army Medical Center in Washington. He later completed a fellowship in primary care sports medicine at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, where he developed advanced expertise in musculoskeletal health and injury prevention. Today, he is happily based in Destin, Florida, with his wife, where they are active members of their church, Destiny Worship Center.

“My years of military service instilled in me a commitment to helping others overcome challenges and achieve their fullest potential,” said Dr. Pappas. “Today, that mission continues through medicine and our new MDVIP-affiliated practice in Destin. By working closely with my patients, I aim to help them prevent disease, make informed healthcare decisions, and embrace healthy habits that support long-term well-being. Through the MDVIP Wellness Program and a personalized approach to care, I look forward to helping patients add more years to their lives and more life to their years.”

Dr. John Loudermilk cares for adult and geriatric patients, with a focus on helping individuals take a proactive approach to their health and well-being. A proud West Virginian, he earned both his undergraduate and medical degrees from Marshall University before completing his internship and residency at East Tennessee State University.

What began as a getaway to Destin during the pandemic became a permanent move just a few years later. Today, Dr. Loudermilk and his wife are raising their two high school-aged daughters while embracing the area's outdoor lifestyle and close-knit community. In addition to his primary care practice, Loudermilk serves as medical director of a local nursing home, where he brings the same patient-centered approach to caring for the area's senior population.

Dr. Loudermilk is passionate about helping patients identify health risks early and take meaningful steps toward maintaining their quality of life. "The most rewarding part of practicing medicine is building lasting relationships with my patients," said Dr. Loudermilk. "By taking the time to understand each person's unique goals and priorities, I can provide more personalized care that focuses not only on treating illness, but on helping people stay healthy, active and independent for years to come."

Drs. Pappas and Loudermilk are eager to grow their practice and foster deep relationships with patients. To learn more, and schedule a complimentary meet-and-greet, visit their websites (Pappas, Loudermilk).

About MDVIP

MDVIP is the nation’s largest membership-based personalized, preventive, and primary care organization. For more than 25 years, MDVIP has reimagined how care works by helping affiliated physicians reduce patient panel sizes, enabling longer visits, and an emphasis on both proactive health management and dependable care when patients need it most. Today, the MDVIP network includes more than 1,400 affiliated physicians and 430,000+ members across the country.

MDVIP goes beyond primary care by combining a focus on prevention, wellness, and a deep, individualized physician relationship. The model gives physicians tools to focus their time on prevention, personalized insights, and proactive health management.

MDVIP has been recognized as one of the 10 Top Executive Wellness Programs by Worth Magazine and is recognized by Fortune as one of the Best Workplaces in Healthcare. For more information, visit www.mdvip.com.