Alliance Spine And Pain Centers Employee Spotlight: Anisha Funderburg

At Alliance, our employees provide incredible care for our patients and for each other. We are so proud of team members like Anisha Funderburg, who show exceptional commitment and effort towards our patients and practice.

In this “Employee Spotlight,” get to know Anisha, a certified medical assistant at our Austell location. Read more below to learn about her!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF WORKING AT ALLIANCE?

I have been working in the healthcare industry for almost 20 years and have provided care for patients in a wide variety of healthcare specialties. Working at Alliance has allowed me to add pain management care to my experience. I have been enjoying the opportunity to gain knowledge in this field. It has been a lot to learn, but has also been a great experience too.

WHAT IS THE BEST COMPLIMENT YOU HAVE RECEIVED FROM AN ALLIANCE COLLEAGUE?

When I was fairly new to our facility, I felt discouraged. Dr. Growchowska expressed how much confidence she had in me and wanted to personally train me when she cared for her patients. Dr. Grochowska’s encouragement made me feel confident in learning about pain management care and supported me in my new career journey.

WHICH ALLIANCE VALUE (COMPASSION, RESPECT, INTEGRITY, EXCELLENCE, & SERVICE) BEST REFLECTS YOUR QUALITY OF WORK AND WHY?

Compassion is the Alliance Value that best reflects my work. I am dedicated to my job and take my work very seriously. I always try my best and rely on my training to accomplish all my tasks properly.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST JOB?

When I was 12, I was ready to work! However, I had to wait until 15 and then got my first job as a cashier at a KFC in Michigan.

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE THINGS TO DO OUTSIDE THE OFFICE?

Spending time with my family and friends is my favorite activity outside of work. In October 2021, I moved from Michigan to Georgia, so I am far from many of them. I am here with my two children and can continue to have family nights.

WHAT’S A FUN FACT ABOUT YOURSELF THAT MOST OF YOUR CO-WORKERS DON’T KNOW?

I was a foster mom at 21 years old. For approximately 15 years, I have helped over 20 teenagers get through school and difficult times.