Dr. Rocky Lyons had to hold back tears of joy Friday.
Surrounded by his family and business partner Dr. Spencer Coleman, Lyons was emotional as he addressed a large crowd of medical professionals, local officials and stakeholders who were on hand to witness the ribbon cutting ceremony and official grand opening of One Oak Medical facility.
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