Our Story
Access Family Care
It all started when…
Dr. Charles Hardwick opened a primary care clinic in the late 60s, and named it “Sanford Family Practice.” He built his clinic in hopes of serving the population of Central Florida to the best of his ability. Dr. Hardwick soon created a team of many other physicians, nurses and trusted medical professionals to help him achieve his goal. He had a passion to help his patient’s achieve their goals, no matter how young or old. Soon, he was joined by a young, dynamic physician, Dr. Gary Snell. He worked with Dr. Hardwick to ensure that the patients of Central Florida were well-taken care of. After Dr. Hardwick retired, Dr. Snell took over the practice and promised to carry on Dr. Hardwick’s original wishes and goals for the practice.
In late 2016, Dr. Snell decided that he wanted to take time off and spend time with his family, but it was very difficult for him to separate his life from his patients. He looked for somebody that he could trust that would take proper care of his patients that he considered family. Soon enough, he found Dr. Tazeen Zaidi, who had a practice of her own in Lake Mary, Florida. Dr. Snell believed that she would be a good candidate and decided to reach out. She agreed and was very excited to embark on this new journey while bringing her previous patients with her. The practice name was changed to Access Family Care. Dr. Snell and Dr. Zaidi worked together to ensure a seamless transition between the two practices and that the patients were looked after throughout the whole process.
Access Family Care is a healthcare provider committed to offering exceptional medical services to communities across Sanford, Florida. We live by the philosophy of preventative care, and we’re committed to providing comprehensive healthcare solutions that are accessible, affordable, and patient-centered. With a team of highly qualified professionals and state-of-the-art technology, we strive to create an environment where all patients receive compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
About us
Access Family Care Timeline
Late 1960s
Founding Year
Late 2016
A New Chapter
2014
PCMH Certification
Today
Still Growing
Compassion
We treat every patient like family, because that’s exactly what you become here.
Accessibility
Real appointments, real answers — no matter your insurance or income.
Excellence
PCMH-certified care, backed by a team that never stops learning.
Our Team
Meet the People Who’ll Take Care of You
Dr. Tazeen Zaidi
MD
LaTandra Rhule
ARNP-C
Sarah Eldin
PA-C
Expert Nursing
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About Us
Live Your Best Years, at Any Age
Whether you’re bringing in a teenager for their first physical or a parent for their annual wellness visit, our goal never changes: keep your family healthy, informed, and comfortable.
We built Access Family Care on one simple idea — preventive care works better when it’s personal. That means real conversations, real follow-through, and a team that’s genuinely invested in how you’re doing, not just what’s on your chart.