Meet Our Team

Cindy Brown
MSN, FNP-C – Chief Executive Officer
An accomplished and compassionate healthcare leader with over three decades of nursing experience

Cindy Brown
MSN, FNP-C – Chief Executive Officer
Cindy Brown is an accomplished and compassionate healthcare leader with over three decades of nursing experience. She is board-certified in Family Practice by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Asura Healthcare. Cindy’s nursing journey began in 1990, after earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Phoenix. Early in her career, she gained invaluable experience working in both the Neuro Trauma ICU and Neurovascular ICU, where she honed her critical care skills from 1990 to 1993.
Cindy then transitioned to the Emergency Department at Paradise Valley Hospital, where she spent several years further developing her expertise in emergency medicine. Driven by a desire to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care, Cindy pursued a Master of Science in Nursing, graduating as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of Phoenix in 2008. Since then, she has devoted herself to providing high-quality primary care in northern Arizona, working with underserved populations to improve access to healthcare.
Her passion for serving rural communities, coupled with her extensive clinical experience, guides her vision for Asura Healthcare, where she is committed to making high-quality, compassionate care accessible to all. Cindy’s leadership is driven by a deep-rooted dedication to improving healthcare outcomes in the communities she serves.

John S. Gilliam
MD, ABFM, FABPM-AM – Medical Director
The Medical Director at Asura Healthcare. He is board-certified in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and Addiction Medicine

John S. Gilliam
MD, ABFM, FABPM-AM – Medical Director
Dr. John S. Gilliam is the Medical Director at Asura Healthcare. He is board-certified in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and Addiction Medicine. With extensive experience in both primary care and emergency medicine, Dr. Gilliam is dedicated to overseeing the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care at Asura Healthcare. He has a strong commitment to serving rural communities and improving access to essential healthcare services for all patients.

Zachary Brown
MD – Chief of Medicine
A Family Medicine Physician and the Chief of Medicine at Asura Healthcare

Zachary Brown
MD – Chief of Medicine
Dr. Zachary Brown is a Family Medicine Physician and the Chief of Medicine at Asura Healthcare. After completing medical school at Ross University and his residency at Kadlec Hospital in Washington State, Dr. Brown gained extensive experience in providing comprehensive primary care. His dedication to improving healthcare access and medical stability in Yavapai County drives his commitment to serving the community.
Dr. Brown’s areas of focus include chronic disease management, pediatric and adolescent care, women’s health, mental health, joint injections, and various medical procedures. He is particularly passionate about preventative care, believing that proactive health measures are key to maintaining long-term well-being. His goal is to ensure that patients of all ages have access to high-quality, patient-centered care that meets their unique needs.

Brooke Johnston
Chief of Operations
The Chief of Operations at Asura Healthcare, where she oversees the day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and the highest standards of care

Brooke Johnston
Chief of Operations
Brooke Johnston is the Chief of Operations at Asura Healthcare, where she oversees the day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and the highest standards of care. With extensive experience in healthcare management, Brooke is dedicated to optimizing hospital processes, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering a positive, patient-centered environment.
She works closely with the leadership team to ensure that all operational aspects align with Asura Healthcare’s mission to deliver exceptional care. Brooke’s hands-on approach ensures the hospital runs smoothly while maintaining the necessary compliance with healthcare regulations, all while prioritizing a supportive environment for both staff and patients. Her commitment to operational excellence plays a key role in advancing Asura Healthcare's goal of serving rural Arizona communities with high-quality healthcare.