Appalachian Regional Healthcare System

04/03/2026

We’re celebrating our newest group of UNC Health Appalachian teammates who’ve officially earned their Medical Assistant certification! 🎉 Every single participant passed their exam last week—with a perfect 100% pass rate. Even more impressive? They accomplished this milestone while working full-time and completing 24 weeks of coursework. 👏🏻

04/02/2026

🌟Employee Spotlight 🌟
on Makisha Stamper
AppOrtho

Makisha Stamper has worked for UNC Health Appalachian for 10 years and currently serves as the Senior Manager at AppOrtho. She says she loves the amazing team at AppOrtho who always put patients first.

When Makisha isn’t working she loves spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She also enjoys couponing and being outside, traveling, and camping. ⛺

04/01/2026

It’s National Walking Day—perfect time to kick off a healthy new habit! 👟

And then this Saturday, April 4, join our resident doctors at 9 a.m. for Walk with a Doc at Clawson-Burnley Park (355 Martin Luther King Jr. St., Boone). We’ll start with a quick 5-minute talk on dementia prevention, then enjoy a relaxed, self-paced walk along the Greenway.

Bring a friend and come walk with us!

For more information, visit 👉 https://www.unchealthappalachian.org/blog/2025/walk-with-a-doc/

03/31/2026

Big news for early-career healthcare professionals 👩‍⚕️💙

UNC Health Appalachian is launching a new Student Loan Repayment Program—offering up to $30,000 in loan support for nurses, physical therapists, and imaging professionals who commit to serving in the High Country.

In partnership with Clasp, this program helps reduce the burden of student debt while strengthening the healthcare workforce in our community.

Read more about this exciting opportunity -

UNC Health Appalachian launches a student loan repayment program offering up to $30K to attract nurses, therapists, and imaging professionals to the High Country.

03/31/2026

We’re excited to announce the opening tomorrow of Avery Specialty Clinic. Operating in the Sloop Medical Office Plaza on the campus of Cannon Memorial Hospital, the clinic will provide services from Women’s Health and AppGastro.
For more information, visit:

Avery Specialty Clinic in Linville offers Women’s Health and gastroenterology services close to home.

03/30/2026

Happy Doctors’ Day!

Today, we celebrate the dedication, compassion, and expertise of our physicians who make a difference in the lives of our patients every single day. 💙

Thank you for the long hours, the difficult decisions, and the unwavering support you give to patients and their families.

03/28/2026

This is happening today at AppFamily from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Tell your friends and family! Walk-ins welcome.

03/27/2026

March is Social Work Month 💙

We’re proud to celebrate our compassionate, dedicated care management teams across UNC Health Appalachian who make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families every single day.

From providing emotional support and connecting patients with vital resources to advocating for care and guiding families through difficult moments—these special people are an essential part of the healthcare journey.

03/27/2026

Many families find themselves making difficult medical decisions without ever knowing what their loved one would have wanted. Planning ahead can help change that.

Join Dr. Olivia Dhaliwal and Carol Harmon, FNP-C of Amorem, for an open conversation about advance care planning during our Virtual Health Talk on Monday, March 30 at 12 p.m. Together, they’ll walk through topics like advance directives, healthcare power of attorney, Medical Orders for Scope of Treatment forms, and the differences between palliative and hospice care so you can better understand the choices available.

This talk is designed to help you feel more prepared, informed, and confident having these conversations with the people you love.

Register for this Health Talk here 👉 https://form.jotform.com/apprhs/march-health-talk

03/25/2026

We’re hiring! 🔬

Join our team as a Medical Lab Technician (MLT) and play a vital role in patient care behind the scenes.

🕖 Schedule: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
💼 Status: Full-time
💲 Pay starting at: $23.19/hour

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
✔️ Health, dental, and vision insurance
✔️ Retirement plan options
✔️ Paid time off
✔️ Opportunities for growth and continuing education
✔️ And much more

Apply online here: 👉 https://pm.healthcaresource.com/CS/appalachian/ #/job/8204

03/24/2026

We know how valuable your time is—especially for busy families. That’s why AppFamily is hosting a convenient Family Skin Check Clinic this Saturday, March 28 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. ☀️

All ages are welcome! Walk-ins are accepted, or you can schedule an appointment by calling 828-386-2222. If a concerning spot is found, it may be removed the same day and sent for biopsy if needed.

Most insurance plans accepted. Take a little time for your skin health—you’re worth it! 💙