Appalachian Medical-Health and Wellness, PLLC

04/10/2026

Appalachian Medical Health & Wellness is excited to share that we are expanding our services to better care for our patients and families across Burke County. As part of this growth, we are partnering with Community Family Healthcare in Morganton to help improve access to care and offer additional services to our community.

Christy Biggerstaff, FNP, will begin seeing patients at the Morganton location through this partnership, while continuing to care for patients in Drexel as needed. During this transition, many appointments will still take place at our Drexel office, with more availability in Morganton gradually opening over time for added convenience.

Jesslynne Lillard, FNP, will be seeing patients at our Drexel office and is currently accepting new patients, continuing our commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care close to home.

Our Drexel office will remain open, and you will continue to see the same trusted providers and staff you know. There is nothing you need to do—if any appointment locations change, our team will let you know ahead of time. We’re thankful for the opportunity to care for this community and are excited to continue growing with you while providing the same personal, compassionate care you’ve come to expect.

New Morganton location:
Community Family Healthcare
219 Avery Ave, Suite A
Morganton, NC 28655

Drexel location:
Appalachian Medical Health & Wellness
306A South Main Street
Drexel, NC 28619

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our office at 828-544-5317.

04/06/2026

Appalachian Medical Health & Wellness is pleased to welcome a new provider to our team. Please join us in welcoming Jesslynne Lillard, FNP, who will begin seeing patients at our office starting this week!

Jesslynne is a graduate of UNC Wilmington, where she earned her Doctorate in Family Practice. She is board-certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and provides care for patients ages 6 and up.

As a North Carolina native with deep roots in Burke County, Jesslynne is passionate about making healthcare more accessible to her community. She is dedicated to delivering thoughtful, holistic, family-centered care and believes in looking beyond numbers and metrics to provide meaningful, personalized treatment. She is committed to providing consistent, compassionate care for individuals and families at every stage of life.

Jesslynne is accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, please contact our office. She will be available to see patients on select days each week. We are excited to have Jesslynne join Appalachian Medical Health & Wellness and look forward to the compassionate care she will provide to our community.

Appalachian Medical Health & Wellness
(828) 544-5317
306A South Main Street
Drexel, NC 28619

04/05/2026

03/26/2026

💙 March is Kidney Health Awareness Month

Your kidneys filter waste, balance fluids, and help control blood pressure and kidney disease often has no early symptoms.

You may be at higher risk if you have:
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Heart disease
• Family history of kidney disease

Protect your kidneys:
💧 Stay hydrated
🥗 Limit salt
🏃 Stay active
🩺 Monitor blood pressure & blood sugar

Learn more from the National Kidney Foundation:
👉 https://www.kidney.org

Healthy kidneys matter at every age.

03/22/2026

Appalachian Medical Health & Wellness
(828) 544-5317
306A South Main Street
Drexel, NC 28619

https://appmedhw1.wixsite.com/appalachianmedicalhw/about

03/08/2026

Daylight Saving Time
If you’re feeling a little extra tired today...

Here’s how to reset:
- Get outside for natural morning sunlight
- Drink plenty of water
- Keep caffeine moderate (especially this afternoon)
- Keep naps short
- Aim for an earlier bedtime tonight
- Limit screens before bed

Most people adjust within a few days. Small sleep disruptions can temporarily affect mood, focus, and energy. Wishing everyone a well-rested week ahead!