Midway Specialty Care · For Providers
Send your patient to our Port St. Lucie, FL location for expert outpatient infectious disease evaluation and treatment from experienced specialists.
Care Team
Specialists with expertise in infectious disease.
DNP, FNP-BC
Tyler Smith, DNP, FNP-BC, earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice and Family Nurse Practitioner degrees from Nova Southeastern University in 2024. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, he spent five years as a registered nurse, where he developed a strong clinical foundation and a commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based patient care. A lifelong resident of Port St. Lucie, Florida, Tyler is dedicated to serving his community with compassion, professionalism, and clinical excellence. Outside of his clinical practice, Tyler enjoys traveling, reading, participating in competitive sports—especially pickleball—and is an avid animal lover who enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle.
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MD
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MD, MSc, MBA, FAAFP, CMIO
Dr. Talati is an adaptable healthcare administrator and clinician with a proven track record of integrating new healthcare delivery systems and navigating complex regulatory environments. With a focus on ensuring health management goals are met for the betterment of communities, Dr. Talati holds a Doctor of Medicine from Ross University School of Medicine and has completed an MBA in Healthcare Analytics from the University of South Florida and a Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics from the University of Illinois. Their skills include proficiency in primary care, medical staff management, total quality improvement, strong interpersonal communication, and sound clinical judgment. With extensive experience in various leadership roles, including Chief Medical Information Officer and Assistant Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Talati has overseen medical operations, IT needs, and quality improvement initiatives in both clinical and non-profit settings. In addition to their clinical and administrative roles, Dr. Talati has served in the Air Force Reserve as Chief Health Information Officer and Flight Surgeon, demonstrating adaptability and leadership in demanding environments, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. Committed to education, Dr. Talati holds academic appointments as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Florida State University College of Medicine and Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine. They are actively involved in professional affiliations such as the American Academy of Family Physicians and serve as a board member for the Treasure Coast Food Bank, reflecting their dedication to community health beyond clinical practice.
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PA-C
Lauren Leeflang is a Board Certified Physician Assistant. Lauren was only two semesters away from graduating with a Bachelor of the Arts in Anthropology from the University of Florida when she enrolled in a Medical Anthropology course. From that moment on, she was fascinated by the societal and cultural influences on healthcare and medicine, leading her to immediately enroll in Florida Atlantic University's Pre-Health Professions Post-Baccalaureate program upon the completion of her degree. It was there that she learned more about the Physician Assistant profession and the nationwide shortage of primary care providers. She graduated with honors from the Nova Southeastern University Physician Assistant Program in Orlando, Florida, where she earned her Masters of Medical Sciences. As a PA, Lauren is passionate about primary care, and appreciates the diverse clinical challenges of HIV and other infectious diseases. A self-described "food nerd," Lauren spends much of her free time in the kitchen trying new recipes, or brewing beer with her husband. She also loves gardening, the beach, and her adorable dog, Kona.
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APRN
Ms. Trodglen received her Associate and Bachelor in Science in Nursing from Indian River State College. Angela received a Master of Science in Nursing with high honors from South University in Savannah, Georgia. Angela has worked for Associates in Infectious Diseases and Midway Specialty Care, PA since 2016. She joined the Medical Staff Team with several years of Hospital experience in PCU and Surgical PCU. Ms. Trodglen has developed a focused interest in the field of Infectious Diseases. Angela is a Florida native and grew up in Vero Beach.
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APRN, AAHIVS
Ms. Bagwell graduated from the University of Tampa with a Master of Science in Nursing and is a board certified adult nurse practitioner. She holds a certification as an HIV specialist from the American Academy of HIV Medicine. Ms. Bagwell joined Midway Specialty Care Center in 2013 at the advent of the direct acting antiviral era for the treatment of hepatitis C. Ms. Bagwell provides treatment for HIV, hepatitis C, pre-exposure HIV prophylaxis, post-exposure HIV prophylaxis, sexually transmitted infections, and primary care. Ms. Bagwell enjoys spending her free with time with her husband and her two children.
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Referral Process
The fastest way to refer a patient is by fax. Send referral notes, insurance information, and relevant records to (772) 335-4236.
Include the patient's demographics, insurance information, reason for referral, and relevant clinical history.
Fax the referral note and any supporting records directly to our Port St. Lucie office.
Our team will contact your patient to schedule the appointment and follow up with you on the outcome of the referral.
Referral Reasons
Common reasons providers refer patients to this location:
Antiretroviral therapy initiation, medication changes, and long-term HIV management.
Oral and long-acting injectable PrEP for patients at elevated risk of HIV acquisition.
Evaluation and direct-acting antiviral treatment for chronic hepatitis B and C.
Diagnosis and management of STIs, including complex or treatment-resistant cases.
Fever of unknown origin, osteomyelitis, endocarditis, and other complicated ID cases.
Confidential results in 20 minutes for patients who need testing before a visit.