UNC Health Pardee

03/17/2026

Back pain slowing you down? Pardee now offers spinal neurosurgery.

Dr. Kelsey Walsh, Pardee NeuroSpine Associates, is a board-certified neurosurgeon with extensive training in minimally invasive, robotic spinal surgery.

This includes the ExcelsiusGPS™ Spine Robot, a tool that uses real-time imaging and robotic guidance so the neurosurgeon can precisely place screws and rods during procedures. This enables smaller incisions, enhanced precision, and faster recovery for patients.

Learn more at pardeehospital.org/spine

📷: Dr. Walsh leads a demo surgical exercise

03/16/2026

Colon cancer has become a hot topic in the media with new discoveries about the causes and as more younger adults are diagnosed.

Dr. Coen Klos, board-certified general and colorectal surgeon with Pardee Surgical Associates, offers his expert advice during about common cancer screening methods.

From at-home tests to screenings such as colonoscopy, the differences are key based on age, family history, and each test's limitations.

Read more on the blog: https://bit.ly/4sEyFUJ

Colon cancer has become a hot topic in the media as new discoveries are uncovered about the causes and more young people are being diagnosed.

03/15/2026

Measles is highly contagious, so knowing where to go for care can help protect you and those around you.

If you have typical symptoms like those listed, visit Pardee Urgent Care. Please call the clinic location for instructions when you arrive and wait in your car.

Go to the nearest ER with more serious symptoms as shown.

For questions about or scheduling an MMR vaccine, contact your primary care provider.

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03/15/2026

🔥 Hot Job Spotlight: Medical Radiation Oncology Physicist

Want to make an impact behind the scenes of cancer care? We’re looking for a Medical Radiation Oncology Physicist to join our Radiation Oncology team.

✔️ Lead and support our Quality Management Program
✔️ Oversee Radiation Safety practices
✔️ Serve as a key liaison for radiation oncology equipment
✔️ Provide ongoing clinical management
✔️ Assist with planning and implementing new equipment and procedures

Apply today: https://bit.ly/4lbcNhd

03/14/2026

Meet Lillia LaPlace, MD, FACC, with Pardee Cardiology Associates.

She is a board-certified and fellowship-trained cardiologist who specializes in non-invasive cardiology and cardiovascular disease. Dr. LaPlace is committed to a partnership of respect, compassion, and integrity with her patients. She believes in providing education, support, and open communication.

Read her bio: https://bit.ly/40Q1rpz

Meet Lillia LaPlace, MD, FACC, a board-certified and fellowship-trained cardiologist who specializes in non-invasive cardiology and cardiovascular disease. D...

03/12/2026

We’re proud to be nationally recognized by Healthgrades for exceptional clinical performance with a 5-Star Rating for Colorectal Surgeries.

This achievement is based on what matters most – patient outcomes – and reflects our team’s commitment to delivering high-quality care.

03/12/2026

Registration is open and tickets are selling quickly!

If you are interested in attending the Henderson County Behavioral Health Conference 2026, we encourage you to register soon. Space is limited, and early registration is strongly recommended.

📅 March 23, 2026
📍 Blue Ridge Community College
🎓 CEUs available through MAHEC

👉 Register here: https://mahec.net/home/event/77659

We are deeply grateful to our conference sponsors for their continued investment in our behavioral health workforce and community, and to the HCBHC Planning Committee for their leadership, time, and collaboration in making this event possible.
We look forward to a powerful day of learning, connection, and impact!

03/11/2026

Today we’re celebrating Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Day!

Pardee Hospital's registered dietitians play an essential role in patient care, providing personalized nutrition guidance, supporting disease management, and helping patients build sustainable, healthy habits.

03/10/2026

Back, neck, or nerve pain can disrupt every part of your day, from sleep to simple daily tasks.

Pardee NeuroSpine Associates's board-certified spinal neurosurgeon Dr. Matthew Brown shares how he evaluates symptoms and determines when surgery is appropriate. Often, conservative or minimally invasive treatments are often the best first step.

Read more:

Learn how a spinal neurosurgeon evaluates symptoms and determinse when surgery is appropriate, and minimally invasive treatments.

03/10/2026

For the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment period of now through Mar. 31, UNC Health has partnered with Chapter, a company that offers free, personalized Medicare guidance.

Chapter can help you find a plan that keeps UNC Health in-network if your coverage changed at end of last year.

Call: 866-563-2908
Visit: askchapter.org/unchealth

Learn more at: https://bit.ly/4r126iK

03/09/2026

Start your career here!

Learn, earn and grow with Pardee, in this opportunity where you’ll be employed while completing a curriculum developed in collaboration with Blue Ridge Community College.

Upon completion, you’ll have the opportunity to sit for your CCMA certification, and once certified, you’ll be offered a CMA position at one of our Pardee BlueMD offices.

This is a great pathway to launch your healthcare career while gaining education, experience, and a job at the same time.

Learn more and apply: bit.ly/4cy2LEO

03/09/2026

Our Pardee BlueMD team is excited to serve your primary care needs in our new location on Pardee's Brevard Campus.

Pardee BlueMD’s primary care services only have relocated from 1409 Asheville Hwy. to 277 N. Broad St. in Brevard.

From sniffles and coughs to routine screenings to more serious illnesses like heart disease, our providers are here for you by offering comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages.

Schedule an appointment at (828) 435-8400. Learn more at PardeeBlueMD.com.