Our physicians and providers have cared for Eastland County families across every stage of life.
For nearly four decades, Dr. Robert C. DeLuca has had the privilege of caring for patients and families in Eastland and the surrounding rural communities. His career has been shaped by the long-term relationships that are at the heart of family medicine — caring for patients through different stages of life, supporting families through illness and recovery, and providing guidance during some of life's most important healthcare decisions.
Dr. DeLuca's practice reflects the broad and personal nature of rural medicine. In addition to seeing patients in the clinic, his work has included nursing home and hospice care, allowing him to support patients with continuity, compassion, and dignity across many seasons of life. He values the opportunity to know his patients over time and to provide care that considers not only their medical needs, but also their families, goals, and quality of life.
Dr. DeLuca completed his medical education at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been recognized for his outstanding service to both his patients and the osteopathic medical profession. He was named the 2005 State of Texas Family Practice Physician of the Year and was selected as the American Osteopathic Foundation's 2025 Physician of the Year. He has also served in national leadership with the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, including service as a board governor and as national president.
At Eastland Family Health Clinic, Dr. DeLuca continues to bring experience, leadership, and a deep commitment to rural healthcare to the community he has served for many years.
Dr. Valerie DeLuca is passionate about helping adult patients feel informed, supported, and confident in their healthcare. As an internal medicine physician, she enjoys caring for patients through a wide range of health needs, from preventive visits and acute concerns to chronic condition management and more complex medical issues.
Dr. DeLuca values the relationships that develop through primary care. She understands that every patient's health story is different, and she takes time to listen, explain, and work with patients to create care plans that fit their needs. Her osteopathic training supports a whole-person approach to medicine, while her internal medicine background gives her a strong foundation in adult health, prevention, diagnosis, and long-term management of disease.
Dr. DeLuca completed her medical education through the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine and went on to complete her residency through Methodist Health Systems. She brings a calm, thoughtful approach to patient care and is committed to helping adults navigate their health with clarity and compassion.
At Eastland Family Health Clinic, Dr. DeLuca is proud to serve patients close to home and to be part of a team dedicated to dependable, relationship-based care.
Jacquelyn “Jackie” Tucker, FNP-C enjoys caring for patients and families in a setting where relationships matter. As a family nurse practitioner, she has the opportunity to support patients with many of their everyday healthcare needs, including routine visits, acute concerns, preventive care, chronic condition follow-up, medication questions, and general health guidance.
Jackie believes that patients should feel comfortable asking questions and should leave their visit with a clear understanding of the next steps in their care. She brings a warm, practical, and approachable style to the clinic, helping patients feel heard and supported throughout their visit.
Her role as a family nurse practitioner allows her to care for patients across a broad range of needs while working closely with the rest of the Eastland Family Health Clinic team. She values being part of a rural healthcare setting where timely access, trust, and continuity of care make a meaningful difference for patients and families.
At Eastland Family Health Clinic, Jackie is grateful for the opportunity to serve the local community and help patients receive compassionate, dependable care close to home.
Sharla Carroll, PA-C has spent many years caring for patients in Eastland and the surrounding region, and she values the trust that develops when patients know they can turn to their local clinic for dependable care. As a certified physician assistant, Sharla provides support for a wide range of family medicine needs, including routine visits, acute illnesses, preventive care, chronic condition management, and follow-up care.
Sharla enjoys helping patients understand their health concerns and feel confident about their care plan. Her experience has given her a practical understanding of the needs families face in a rural community, where access to timely and familiar healthcare is especially important.
As part of the Eastland Family Health Clinic team, Sharla works collaboratively to provide thoughtful, patient-centered care. She brings professionalism, experience, and a reassuring presence to each visit, with a focus on listening carefully and helping patients take the next step toward better health.
At Eastland Family Health Clinic, Sharla is proud to serve the community and to be part of a team committed to caring for patients with compassion, respect, and consistency.
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