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Southeast Alabama Rural Health Associates (SARHA) gave away 100 bicycles Thursday to celebrate the Christmas season and new pediatrician Dr. Amy E. Brown.

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus stopped by to visit children and have pictures made while also enjoying refreshments. And as children and parents signed up for the bike giveaway, Brown and staff were there to meet and greet the children and become acquainted.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Brown to our staff,” said John Little, SARHA chief executive officer. “She is an excellent physician. The addition of Dr. Brown will enhance the care provided at SARHA Pediatrics and we are happy that Dr. Brown chose Troy and Pike County as a place to work and provide care for children.”

Dr. Brown was born in Dothan and grew up in the Phenix City/Columbus area. She attended Trevecca Nazarene University and Ross University School of Medicine. She completed a pediatric residency at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Brown has special interests in pediatric injury prevention and improving the health of children by improving the health of families.

The event was supported by Troy Bank and Trust.