Dr. Hartman’s career has been significantly influenced by her youth in Mali, where she learned to appreciate and value various cultural perspectives. Dr. Hartman grew up speaking three languages and witnessing the beautiful bustle of Bamako, the country’s capital city. She returned to the US for college and medical school. Afterward, she had the privilege to continue working with a variety of people with diverse backgrounds in the urban center of Columbus, Ohio, which has many international patients as well as other vulnerable populations. Dr. Hartman moved to the Austin area with her husband for an opportunity at the university and has been fortunate to find a home at Premier Family Physicians.
Care Philosophy
“I enjoy caring for the whole person within their family and cultural context. I enjoy getting to know the entire family and how they interact with their community. I believe strongly in engaging patients in their medical care and working together. I appreciate the rapport formed over time with patients and am here to offer perspective, encouragement, balance, and hope we face a challenging world. I am a patient as well as a physician, and I strive to treat people the way I would want my provider to treat me.”
Education
Undergraduate: Knox College, Galesburg, IL (Double major, French and Chemistry)
Medical: The Ohio State University College of Medicine
Internship and Residency: Grant Family Medicine in Columbus, Ohio
Board Certifications
American Board of Family Medicine
Affiliations
American Academy of Family Physicians
Languages
English, French
Care Team:
Shannon Drachenberg, PA-C
Accepting New Patients – Effective 5/30/25
Shannon was born and raised in Round Rock, TX. She went to the University of Texas at Austin for undergrad and then graduated with honors with her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. Shannon has been a part of the PFP care team since 2011. She lives in Dripping Springs with her husband and two sons.
She enjoys the challenge and diversity of family practice, getting to know her patients, and treating all ages. Her interests include spending time with family, serving others in the community, being outdoors, reading, and the Texas Longhorns.
Care Philosophy
Shannon Drachenberg, PA-C, enjoys the challenge and diversity of working in family practice and is committed to serving patients of all ages. Special interests include preventative medicine and managing common conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes. She believes that listening to and partnering with her patients when making medical decisions are the keys to a long-lasting, trusted provider-patient relationship. Her scope of practice includes same-day acute complaints, evaluating and treating common illnesses, comprehensive wellness exams, and managing chronic conditions.
Education
Undergraduate: University of Texas at Austin
Medical: UT Health Science Center at San Antonio
Affiliations
American Academy of Physician Assistants
Central Texas PA Society
Texas Academy of Physician Assistants
Honors and Awards
Alpha Eta Honor Society Member
UTHSCSA
Leslie Brice, PA-C
Accepting New Patients – Effective 5/30/25
Leslie moved to Austin in 1982. She graduated with honors from UT Austin with a BA in Biology and worked for Dr. Dawson for several years as a medical assistant before going back to school. She graduated with honors from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio with her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies.
She and her husband Matt have been together since 2006 and have one son named Jaxon. She is an avid runner and animal lover. Her interests include live music, cooking, and spending time with her family and three dogs.
Care Philosophy
Leslie believes in a comprehensive approach to healthcare. She feels it is important to take a team approach when practicing medicine. The patient is the most important member of the team and caring for the patient is the job of the medical home. She hopes to form a lasting relationship with her patients through open communication and respect for their concerns. Her mission is to promote a healthy lifestyle and provide high-quality compassionate care.