Dr. McMurry is board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. He completed his Bachelor's of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. In 2017, he graduated from the University of Pikeville College of Osteopathic Medicine as a Doctor of Osteopathy. He obtained his family medicine residency training with a concentration in emergency medicine at the University of Pittsburg Medical Center Family Medicine Residency Program in Williamsport, PA. 

In 2020, Dr. McMurry moved his family to Oahu to support Hawaii during the COVID-19 Pandemic. It was during that time that he realized the significant need for healthcare in the state. Dr. McMurry is a second-generation rural family doctor, so he was well aware of what it takes to provide care in an isolated community. He also hopes to uphold the high standards set by the missionary doctors of Hawaii in the 1800s, including those set by Dr. James William Smith. 

Dr. McMurry has a long history of military service. He previously spent time in the active duty army with the 82nd Airborne Division as an Infantryman.  Currently, he serves as a medical officer with the 1/299 Cavalry Squadron in Hilo.

In 2021 he moved to Kona with his wife and four children to provide primary care to the Big Island. You will often find them at any number of local beaches or hiking trails as they love the outdoors. Dr. McMurry enjoys freediving, spearfishing, hunting, and sailing in his spare time. 

Tammy received her RN degree from the Baptist School of Health Professions in San Antonio, Texas. She has over 15 years of experience in the health care field. She looks forward to building real relationships with her patients and providing excellent care. 

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children outdoors and at the beach. She is a dedicated homeschool mom who loves introducing her children to the wonderful culture of this island.

Dr. Peggy Hylton is passionate about making quality mental health care accessible to everyone. As a licensed psychologist with over three decades of experience, she specializes in providing supportive, faith centered, evidence-based counseling to individuals and families. Now, as part of Waiola Direct Care, Dr. Hylton is offering counseling services to our members, ensuring that mental health care is seamlessly integrated with primary care.

Dr. Hylton has worked in a variety of settings, including outpatient clinics, schools, and telehealth. Her experience includes working with adolescents and adults to address a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to relationship challenges and life transitions.

Dr. Hylton’s focus at Waiola Direct Care is to offer compassionate, personalized counseling in a supportive environment. By bringing counseling directly to our members, she ensures that mental health services are both convenient and accessible. Her goal is to provide every patient with the tools they need to thrive emotionally and mentally, helping them navigate life’s challenges with confidence.

We are spearheading an effort to normalize the use of surf helmets among youth here on the island. Surfing is an exciting and beloved sport in Hawaii, but it comes with risks, especially for young surfers. Head injuries account for a significant portion of surfing-related injuries—studies suggest that head trauma accounts for 20% of all surfing injuries, with some estimates as high as 45% in extreme surfing conditions. By donating surf helmets and promoting their use, we aim to make safety a priority and reduce the risk of concussions, skull fractures, and other serious injuries.

We believe that making surf helmets a standard part of the sport for youth will protect the next generation of surfers while allowing them to enjoy the ocean safely. Contact us if you would be interested to get involved!