Central Carolina Physician Practices

01/22/2026

Nilesh Bhargav, MD, family practitioner, has joined Central Carolina Community Family Care, located at 2412 Wilkins Drive in Sanford, as of Jan. 19.

Dr. Bhargav joins the practice of Daphne Cates, MD, along with Family Nurse Practitioners Amie Motley, FNP-C, and Baylee Smith, FNP-C.

Dr. Bhargav received his medical degree from the American University of Antigua College of Medicine in Antigua and Barbuda. He completed his residency at the Institute for Family Health – Mid-Hudson Family Medicine, in Kingston, NY, where he also served as Chief Resident. He served as musculoskeletal and sports medicine track resident and received an award for clinical excellence during his residency.

Dr. Bhargav will treat patients of all ages. His areas of specialization include preventive care, hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, musculoskeletal issues, osteoarthritis, and knee and shoulder cortisone injections.

His hobbies include sports of all types, such as cricket, pickleball, table tennis, squash and tennis. In his spare time, he enjoys watching movies and trying new cuisine.

“Sanford and Lee County have a tremendous need for additional primary care providers,” said Dave Santoemma, CEO of CCH. “Dr. Bhargav’s arrival helps to address this critical need and together with Dr. Cates creates a strong medical partnership to serve more local families.”

01/20/2026

Meet Dr. Vinod Chaubey, interventional cardiologist at Central Carolina Cardiology:

Meet Vinod Chaubey, MD, FACC, Interventional Cardiologist with Central Carolina Cardiology

01/19/2026

January is Mental Wellness Month, a reminder that taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body. Your primary care provider is often the first step in getting support, whether you need someone to talk to, have questions about symptoms or want help finding the right resources. You don’t have to navigate your mental health alone. We’re here to care for you. We're specializing in you.

01/14/2026

Local families aren't the only ones adding to their families with newborns at our Birth Center. Our own OB family has grown by ONE as well!

From catching babies to cuddling her own, Love Josiah, Certified Nurse Midwife at Central Carolina Women's Health Center, gave birth to her sweet boy, Vance, on Dec. 30.

Welcome to the CCH family, Vance!

01/13/2026

Preventive screenings and vaccinations are key to staying healthy, and early detection can make a lifesaving difference. As part of our commitment to specializing in you, we’re here to help you understand which screenings and vaccines are recommended for your age and health needs.

Find out more at https://www.centralcarolinaphysicians.com/screenings

01/12/2026

Dr. Vinod Chaubey, the new interventional cardiologist at Central Carolina Cardiology, will be the featured guest speaker at the Lee County Enrichment Center on Friday, Feb. 6, as part of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day festivities!

Dr. Chaubey will speak on "Your Heart Health: What You Need to Know," from 10 to 10:30 AM at the Enrichment Center, located at 1615 E. Third St. in downtown Sanford.

His talk will kick off the inaugural Lee County Senior Games and Silver Arts (SGSA) "Spring Fling" from 10 AM to 12 Noon. It's FREE and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

01/05/2026

Kick off the new year with a wellness check-up! You can learn if your screenings and vaccinations are up to date and how you can keep your blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol at healthy levels—key steps toward feeling your best. Visit our website to find a provider and schedule yours today!

01/02/2026

Vinod Chaubey, MD, FACC, FSCAI, interventional cardiologist, has joined Central Carolina Cardiology, located in the Medical Arts building at 1139 Carthage Street adjacent to Central Carolina Hospital, as of Jan. 2.

For the past five years, Dr. Chaubey has served as an interventional cardiologist and medical director of the cardiac catheterization laboratory at Conway Medical Center in Conway, SC. He joins the practice of Rajiv Swamy, MD, Scott Denardo, MD, and Anastasia Dolgovskij, PA.

A native of India, Dr. Chaubey received his medical degree from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research in Pondicherry, India. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Saint Vincent Hospital, in partnership with the University of Massachusetts Medical School in Worcester, MA, in 2015. He also served as Chief Resident of the Department of Internal Medicine at Saint Vincent Hospital in 2015-16.

He completed his cardiovascular medicine fellowship in the Department of Cardiology at Baystate Medical Center, in partnership with the University of Massachusetts Medical School, in Springfield, MA, in 2019, followed by an interventional cardiology fellowship in 2020.

He is board certified in internal medicine and in cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Dr. Chaubey will treat adult patients of all ages. His areas of specialization include coronary artery disease, arrythmia, cardiomyopathy, chest pain and congestive heart failure.

“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Chaubey to the medical staff at Central Carolina Hospital,” said Dave Santoemma, CEO of CCH. “Together with Dr. Swamy and Dr. Denardo, we now have a team of highly trained cardiologists at CCH to treat patients with advanced coronary artery disease and peripheral artery disease.”

12/22/2025

A new year is the perfect time to take charge of your health. What screenings should you consider next year? Depending on your age and health history, your provider may recommend blood pressure checks, cholesterol screening, diabetes testing or cancer screenings. Early detection is one of the most powerful tools for staying healthy in 2026 and beyond. Visit centralcarolinaphysicians.com to schedule an appointment and talk to a provider about your health goals for next year.

12/17/2025

Our team had a special visitor today, and just in time for the holidays. Yes, we know he should be at the North Pole, but there's always time to stop by and see our special team at CCH!

Happy holidays!

12/16/2025

Thanks to Dr. Roger Ernest of Central Carolina General Surgery, who gave an overview on "Hernias: What You Need to Know" to a crowd of about 30 seniors at the Lee County Enrichment Center today. The engaged audience asked lots of questions! These community outreach presentations are just one more way we are "making communities healthier."

12/15/2025

The best gift you can give your loved ones? A healthy you! Make time for preventive care and healthy habits this season. Your future self will thank you.