Novant Health New Hanover Primary Care

04/18/2026

💊 Medication Disposal Event : Saturday, April 25! 💊
Safely dispose of expired, unused, and/or unneeded medications. Watch the interview for full details.

Katelyn Coffey, a pharmacist with Novant Health, was in the studio to discuss the importance of the event.

03/31/2026

Novant Health – New Hanover Primary Care invites you to join us in welcoming Riley Smith, MD to our Wilmington location!

Dr. Smith hails from Raleigh, NC, however his training has taken him to Chicago, Ohio, Denver and even Chapel Hill, NC before eventually bringing him to the coast to settle down with his family.

Dr. Smith provides care to patients of all ages, from newborn babies to seniors. Practicing full-scope family medicine allows Dr. Smith to support his patients in a variety of scenarios including, but not limited to, minor procedures (such as joint injections and skin biopsies), family planning, and reproductive healthcare. He has a particular interest in LGBT health and provides gender affirming care to both adolescents and adults.

When he’s not in the clinic, Dr. Smith spends his time chasing his two sons around, running, biking, hiking, and going to the beach. If you or your loved ones are in need of a new primary care provider, please contact our new patient scheduling team at 910-662-6403 and they will be happy to assist you in establishing care with Dr. Smith at 1960 South 16th Street. We look forward to seeing you soon!

03/18/2026

Our team wants to take this opportunity to remind you that March is 💙COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH! 💙

💙According to the American Cancer Society, there will be an estimated 158,000+ new cases of colorectal cancer in 2026!

💙Colorectal cancer is the 3rd most common cancer diagnosed in the United States of America (excluding skin cancer) and a leading cause of cancer death in people younger than 50.

💙Screening begins at age 45, unless you are experiencing symptoms such as bleeding, changes in your bowel habits, pain, or unintentional weight loss. A family history of may also indicate an earlier screening age.

💙Colorectal cancer is preventable and treatable when caught early. Prevention and early detection are KEY!

💙Talk to your provider if you have ANY questions or concerns. They will be happy to discuss any symptoms or changes you may be experiencing, as well as recommend the best screening option for your specific scenario.

03/11/2026

In honor of National Kidney Month and World Kidney Day (March 12th!) our team would like to share some fun facts about your kidneys and ways to take care of them:

Our Amazing Kidneys…
• Make urine
• Remove waste & extra fluid from your blood
• Control your body’s chemical balance
• Help control your blood pressure
• Help keep your bones healthy
• Help you make red blood cells

How to take care of your kidneys
• Keep fit and be active!
• Eat a healthy diet – this can help to reduce your blood pressure, prevent diabetes, heart disease and other conditions associated with Chronic Kidney Disease.
• Blood sugar awareness: Kidney damage can be prevented/limited by regularly checking your kidney function with blood and urine tests.
• Check and control your blood pressure. Consult your provider for guidance with lifestyle modifications and/or medication recommendations if your blood pressure readings are persistently elevated.
• Hydrate!
• No smoking – this slows down blood flow to the kidneys.
• Discuss the use of NSAIDS (such as ibuprofen) with your provider.

02/07/2026

When family nurse practitioner Jasmin Carey joined the Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic in September, she knew she wasn't just starting a new job — she was joining a community cornerstone.

02/03/2026

Effective Tuesday, February 3rd, all Novant Health – New Hanover Primary Care and ExpressCare locations are resuming normal business hours.

Your safety is our top priority and we urge you to continue using caution while traveling. Please contact your provider’s office if you need to reschedule your appointment.

02/01/2026

01/26/2026

We warmed our hearts AND our hands recently by celebrating yet another ☀️Sunshine Award ☀️ winner, Amy! Please join us in congratulating her, and enjoy the wonderful story shared below from her nominator as just one example of the compassionate care she provides day in and day out. Congratulations Amy! 🎉

"I am honored to nominate Amy for the Sunshine Award. During my recent visit to the Brunswick Forest office, I came in with significant neck pain and some anxiety about what might be causing it. From the moment Amy greeted me, she immediately put me at ease. She was warm, attentive, and genuinely human in her approach—she made me feel like a person, not just a patient on the schedule.

Amy demonstrated what Human-Centered Care truly means. She took the time to listen carefully, showed empathy in every word, and made sure I felt heard and comfortable before any evaluation even began. Her professionalism was matched by her kindness, and her calm reassurance transformed what could have been a stressful visit into one of the best experiences I’ve had in any medical office.

She also embodied Access for All – Make It Easy by helping me navigate the visit seamlessly and ensuring I understood what was happening at each step. Her confidence and clear communication reflected World-Class Expertise, giving me peace of mind that I was in excellent hands. Finally, Amy’s caring nature and attention to my well-being showed Purposeful Innovation, as she anticipated my needs and made the entire encounter feel personal and meaningful.

In short, Amy turned an ordinary appointment into a reminder of what compassionate, human-centered healthcare should feel like. Her kindness and professionalism truly reflect the values that make Novant Health exceptional."

01/20/2026

What better way to warm up during this cold winter weather than a 🌞SUNSHINE AWARD!🌞

We are recognizing our most recent Sunshine Award winner, Hannah! Her nominator writes: “Exemplary! I was so happy to see Hannah again! She remembered me! (Or she pretended very well!) She is very welcoming and completely professional. I appreciate how thorough she is as well. Hannah does not just “do vitals” but she also reports the numbers back to me and answers my questions/concerns. I never feel rushed with her, either. A glowing smile and soft voice is exactly what I would have hoped for in switching insurance and moving to this coast - and I got it! She makes the perfect team partner for the lovely Dr. Bird.”

🎉 Congratulations Hannah, thank you for making this patient’s move such a warm and welcoming one! 🎉

01/18/2026

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our Primary Care offices will be CLOSED on Monday, January 19, 2026.
Please visit one of our (3) ExpressCare locations, open 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, should you or your loved ones find yourselves in need of care.

12/23/2025

🎄Our team wishes you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas. 🎄

🎅We hope that Santa is good to you all, and we will resume normal business hours on Friday, December 26th.