Our Providers at Biltmore OB/GYN
Dr. Stacy Travis
Dr. Stacy Travis is a native of Kentucky. She received her Bachelors of Science degree from Murray State University. She attended medical school at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. Having selected a career in obstetrics and gynecology, she headed to Texas where she completed her internship and residency at the University of Texas – Southwestern at Parkland Memorial Hospital. After working with Carolina Ob-Gyn Care in Spartanburg, South Carolina, Dr. Travis moved to Asheville and founded Biltmore Ob-Gyn in 1995. Dr. Travis is Board Certified and a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
In 2022, Dr. Travis decided to change her focus to solely practicing gynecology. This has allowed her to gain more expertise in minimally invasive surgical techniques, such as vNotes. She currently is serving as a teacher and mentor for other Ob-Gyn physicians interested in the vNOTES surgical method.
Dr. Travis and her husband, Dr. Gerald Travis, a pediatric psychiatrist, live in Asheville. She enjoys playing golf and traveling.
• I have always appreciated Dr. Travis for the care she takes with my annual exam and with her interaction with me as a person. That concern continually generates a sense of care, trust, listening, and respect
• Dr Travis is the most kind and compassionate person you will ever meet. She is an excellent doctor with amazing skills. She took her time and done an excellent job so my recovery was so much easier. I just love her she has been my doctor for 20 years
• Dr. Travis is an excellent doctor. She is knowledgeable, thorough, compassionate, takes time to listen and answer questions, and never makes patients feel rushed. I highly recommend her!!
• Dr. Travis has been my doctor for years and she is always very knowledgeable and treats her patients with confidence. She is up-to-date on the most recent studies and gives 5-star care. She treats me like family and I would never want to go to anyone else!
Dr. Stacey Olney
Dr. Stacey Olney, originally from East Tennessee, attended Emory University for her Bachelors in Science in Biology. She worked in women’s health research at Wake Forest University after graduation and then went on to receive a Master’s of Science Degree in Nutrition with a concentration in breastfeeding from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She attended medical school at Albany Medical School where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society.
She joined the United States Navy prior to attending medical school and completed her OB/GYN residency at Naval Medical Center San Diego. She completed tours of duty as a staff OB/GYN at Naval Hospital Guam and Naval Hospital Camp LeJeune and was awarded the Naval Achievement and Naval Commendation medals for her time in service. She has been at Biltmore OB/GYN since 2014.
She obtained board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2012 and is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is committed to evidence-based practice and has interests in minimally invasive surgery, maintaining low cesarean section rates and encouraging and supporting women throughout their lives.
Dr. Olney, her husband and 3 kids love being in Asheville with great culture, restaurants, and outside activities.
• Dr. Onley took her time to really talk to me and hear out my concerns before starting the exam. She offered me treatment for something I have been suffering from or years and have seen other specialists for in the past- something I did not know she would even address let alone offer help
• I think Dr. Olney is an excellent and very educated doctor. She has always full answer any of my questions and we talk through the different stages of the annual exam. I feel extremely lucky to meet Dr. Olney and have her as my doctor
• Dr. Olney is great at listening and making me feel heard. She gives educated solutions to issues while making the solutions easy to understand.
• I did not feel rushed from beginning to end of appointment. Dr. Olney took her time listening to concerns, and took detailed information as I am a new patient. Truly the best experience I have had in 30 years.
Dr. Courtney Cohen
Dr. Courtney Cohen was born and raised in rural Virginia. She received her BS in Neuroscience at The College of William and Mary and then earned her medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Venturing away from Virginia, she next completed her OB/GYN residency at the University of Vermont Medical Center in 2017. She then returned South to settle in Asheville, NC, a place Courtney had fallen in love with on frequent family vacations as a child. Dr. Cohen and her husband have welcomed two boys, Ben and Gabe, and twin girls, Addison and Olivia, to their family since moving to Asheville. When she is not at the office or hospital, she is busy having fun with her four kids, two dogs, and husband …. or sleeping! Dr. Cohen finds it an absolute privilege to be able to care for women across their lifespan – from girls getting their first period to helping women navigate the many changes with menopause and everything in between!! She has the best job!
• Dr. Cohen is always knowledgeable, open minded, friendly, and helpful. She is the best gynecologist I have ever had and I feel completely comfortable during my appointments. The nurse was also helpful and made me at ease!!
• Dr. Cohen and the entire staff I interacted with were incredibly friendly and helpful! I had a ton of questions and concerns, and all of them were answered.
• She addressed all my concerns and was very gentle and communicative during the exam. I had some trauma in the past, so I needed a lot of communication in order to feel comfortable and she provided that.
• She has always taken the time to listen to my concerns and answer my questions with thoroughness and kindness. Her compassionate approach and gentle demeanor have helped me feel at ease during the appointment, and I have felt truly heard and understood.
Dr. Alyssa Nathan
Dr. Alyssa Nathan joined Biltmore OB-GYN in August 2020. She received her BS in Biology with a double minor in Chemistry and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire. While attending school, she was the captain of the Varsity Women’s Soccer team. She earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison School of Medicine and Public Health. She completed her OB-GYN residency in Asheville at MAHEC.
Dr. Nathan and her husband, a pilot, love the Asheville area and community. She enjoys spending time with her husband and son, especially outdoors.
• Dr. Nathan was professional, warm and gave detailed information for all my questions. I felt free to ask any question without judgement and the exam was gentle and stress-free.
• Dr Nathan provides a lot of Information to her patients and allows them to make decisions well informed. She is not pushy but rather wants the best for her patients. It’s easy to tell she’s genuine.
• Dr. Nathan is gentle and caring. Explained all my concerns, she takes her time to communicate with patients.
• I love Dr Nathan, and the entire staff at this office! They know who I am and seem to sincerely care about me and my concerns!!! Not many places offer that level of personal treatment and care these days.
• Dr Nathan is a great listener and knowledgeable. She makes you feel valued and provides excellent care. Also she makes you feel comfortable. She is awesome and I highly recommend her.
Dr. Laura Carlton
Dr. Laura Carlton received her undergraduate degree from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, where she majored in Chemistry and French. During her studies, she pursued global education opportunities, including semesters abroad focused on religion in Southeast Asia and neocolonialism in Senegal.
Following her work with the CDC’s Enteric Diseases Laboratory Branch during the Haiti cholera outbreak, Dr. Carlton went on to earn her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago. There, she was recognized with the Beatrice Tucker Award for her advocacy in women’s health.
She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Emory University in Atlanta, training at Grady Memorial Hospital. Her research, which addressed disparities in cervical cancer screening and follow-up, earned the Trainee Research Award from the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology. She also served as a resident representative to the Graduate Medical Education Committee.
Dr. Carlton currently serves as a nocturnist with Biltmore Ob-Gyn, focusing exclusively on the care of laboring mothers and hospitalized patients at Mission Hospital. She does not hold outpatient clinic hours.
Dr. Carlton lives in West Asheville with her husband, Wes, and their son. In her free time, she enjoys weightlifting, yoga, hiking in the North Carolina mountains, watching documentaries, speaking French, and planning her next outdoor adventure.
Dr. Jordan Staton
Biltmore OB-GYN is proud to welcome our newest board-certified physician, Dr. Jordan Staton, MD, to our growing team of women’s health providers.
A North Carolina native, Dr. Staton was raised in Charlotte and is excited to return to her home state after several years in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She completed her undergraduate studies at Duke University, where she majored in Classical Civilizations. Dr. Staton earned her medical degree from The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, where she was honored as a Brody Scholar and graduated first in her class. She then completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
Dr. Staton chose a career in medicine out of a deep desire to serve others and make a meaningful impact. She is a passionate advocate for contraceptive access, women’s rights, and equitable healthcare for diverse and marginalized populations. Her patient care philosophy centers on making each individual feel seen, heard, and understood.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Staton enjoys reading, cooking, hiking, and bargain hunting. She treasures time with her family and is thrilled to call Asheville her new home. Drawn by its scenic beauty, outdoor lifestyle, and welcoming community, she looks forward to establishing deep roots in the area.
Nan Nussman
Nan Nussman, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and native of Western NC, received her Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Haywood Community College in 2000 where she was voted Outstanding Nursing Student by her peers. She then began working in the surgical ICU at the VA Medical Center where she stayed until 2002. Her career with Biltmore Ob Gyn started in 2002 when she was initially hired as a phone triage nurse. While continuing to work at Biltmore Ob Gyn, she obtained her Bachelor of Nursing Degree from East Tennessee State University in 2006. Pursuing her degree further, she obtained her Master of Science in Nursing from Western Carolina University in 2009 where she was voted Outstanding Nurse Practitioner by the Western Carolina faculty. Nan officially joined our provider staff later that same year. She and her husband Scott are living and raising their two children in Haywood County.
• Nan is an incredible healthcare provider. We have established a wonderful relationship over the years, one that I hope continues for many more! She listens and is attentive to my concerns and needs without judgment. I would highly recommend Nan’s practice for folks looking for local practitioner.
• Nan has a wonderful, calming bedside manner, and is always professional with an added personal touch. I always enjoy my visits despite it being the GYN office
• I love Nan!!!!! She spends time with you during your appt. She listens and always shows interest in what is going on in your life. She has great advice for your wellbeing and health. You can discuss health situations of any kind and know that you be supported and get good advice. She really cares about her patient’s health.
• The way Nan walked me through everything was incredible. She was very thorough and knowledgeable. She helped me to feel comfortable and very well taken care of. I’m happy to have found such a kind and caring provider.
Melissa Joy Corbett
Melissa Joy Corbett is a Certified Nurse Midwife who joined Biltmore OB-GYN in 2025. She brings a unique blend of clinical experience and lifelong passion for women’s health to her role. Melissa Joy began her academic journey with a degree in Earth and Environmental Science from Furman University before earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Clemson University.
Her nursing career initially focused on Emergency Medicine, including serving on the frontlines throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. However, her true calling has always been midwifery—a dream she’s nurtured since childhood, inspired in part by watching A Baby Story on repeat. Determined to follow her passion, she went on to earn her Master of Science in Nursing from Frontier Nursing University, becoming a Certified Nurse Midwife.
Melissa Joy considers it a profound privilege to care for women through all stages of life, from adolescence to motherhood and beyond. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care and is honored to support you and your family.
A native of South Carolina, Melissa Joy now lives in Marietta, SC, just “down the hill” from the practice. She shares a cozy, restored cabin in the woods with her high school sweetheart, their young son, three cats, and a white rabbit who came with the property. Outside of work, she enjoys camping, cooking, gardening, traveling, and crafting.