Gail Travis

July Hero….Gail was very involved not only in Herb’s life and medical care throughout his battle with Cancer, but also the entire Ellerbe family for the entire 35 years that they have been in the Orange Park area. She first oversaw the treatment of Charlene, Herb’s wife of 56 years, for her many bouts with Asthma and allergies. Over the years Gail became part of the Ellerbe family as not only a Medical caretaker but also a true friend of the family. Her ongoing support and assistance throughout Herb’s treatment was beneficial to the healing and comforting process for both Herb and Charlene. Gail is a special person and a true friend to the family, and for these reasons, it is no secret why she is our Hero.

Present Title & Affiliation: LPN for Dr. Peter Pitocchi M.D.

Personal: Born in Quincy Ma.

Education: 1976 Graduated from Crawford County AVTS Nursing Program Meadville Pa.

Moved to Jacksonville FL October 1976

1977-1986 Employed at Orange Park Medical Center (OPMC)
Helped set up first special procedures/GI Lab at OPMC
Became a member of Society of Gastrointestinal Assistants (SGA)
Ran GI Lab at OPMC under direction of Dr. Patrick A. Duffy

1986-2007 Took position at Orange Park Internal Medicine (OPIM) working with John P. Arnold as his staff nurse.

2009-Present Took part time position working with Dr. Peter J. Pitocchi as a staff nurse.