Novant Health Matthews Children's Clinic

10/31/2025

Matthews Childen’s Clinic wishes you a happy and safe Halloween!

Congrats to the winner of our 3rd annual Pumpkin decorating contest, Olaf/Dana!

10/13/2025

We are very excited to welcome Dr. Jayme Wood to Matthews Children’s Clinic! Dr. Wood will be ready to see patients the beginning of November. Get to know Dr. Wood:

I grew up in Elizabeth City, North Carolina and completed my undergraduate degree at UNC Chapel Hill. I obtained a masters in archaeology at University College London before earning my medical degree at Penn State College of Medicine. I moved to Charlotte in 2022 and completed my residency at Levine Children’s Hospital.

While living in London, I met my husband and together we have two beautiful twin girls and a border collie, Patch. I enjoy traveling, creating children’s books, hiking with my dog, and recently learning more about (English) football. My family and I are excited to make Matthews our home and become a part of the community!

I knew early in medical school that pediatrics is where I would call home! I love how children are resilient, curious, and full of energy. The longitudinal relationships with patients and their families is particularly unique to pediatrics, and a large part of what drew me to this specialty. Being able to be a part of a patient’s growth, from infancy to adolescence, is an immense privilege.

My approach to patient care is centered around creating a warm and collaborative environment, where families feel heard and confident in the decisions we make together. Since becoming a mom myself, I know how important it is to recognize and support each child’s unique needs and ensure the parent feels supported as well. Ultimately, my goal is not only to treat illnesses, but also celebrate milestones, and foster healthy development at each stage of childhood.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Wood! You can call us at 704-384-1080 to schedule.

10/01/2025

The legend has retired. Yesterday we bid a tearful farewell to Dr. Thomas as we celebrated his 36 years at Matthews Children’s Clinic. Dr. Thomas has been a blessing to our practice and to thousands of patients over the years. Join us in congratulating Dr. Thomas and wishing him well!

“It has been an honor to care for patients and families since 1989. In the last few years, caring for second generation children has been particularly gratifying. I am humbled by the trust you have shown in me over all these years. Certainly, I will miss watching your children grow and mature, and even more, the relationships that we have developed. On the other hand, I am looking forward to enjoying time with my wife, children and (especially) my eight granddaughters. I also plan to do some mission work with my church and continue to volunteer with Boy Scouts. I couldn’t have practiced all this time without caring and knowledgeable partners. I trust all of them to continue to provide excellent care for all my patients. I hope you will choose to continue to trust your children to their care. Practicing at Matthews Children’s Clinic has been one of my life’s greatest blessings and I pray God’s blessings on you and your families.”

Sincerely,
Dr. Walter Thomas.

09/02/2025

Matthews Children's Clinic is now offering the flu shot to our patients. The flu vaccine can help protect you from serious illness, and we encourage you to get vaccinated soon.

If you have a scheduled appointment coming up soon, we can provide your flu shot during that time. We also will have separate flu clinic appointments during our regular office hours and on Saturdays between September 13th and the end of November. For the best experience, we encourage you to schedule in advance. If you don't already have an appointment, don't worry; we offer many opportunities for you to get vaccinated.

Thank you for trusting our team to provide you with remarkable care. You can schedule your flu vaccine through MyChart or by calling our clinic. If you have any questions, please call our office at 704-384-1080.

08/29/2025

Matthews Children's clinic will be closed on Sept 1st. Happy Labor Day!

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08/25/2025

Matthews Children's Clinic is extremely excited to welcome Dr. William Besley! Dr. Besley will start seeing patients in September. Get to know Dr. Besley:

From an early age, I was interested in medicine, but my passion for pediatrics began after college, when I started working in a busy pediatric clinic. There, I was inspired by excellent pediatricians who served as trusted resources for every child and family who walked through their doors. I admired their breadth of knowledge and how they could guide patients through any illness or challenge.

During medical school, these interests were reaffirmed. I knew I wanted to serve patients during such a formative time in their lives, while building relationships with families that extend beyond a single visit. Pediatrics offers the unique opportunity to truly get to know each child and their family, which I believe is essential to a healthy patient–doctor relationship.

My approach to healthcare is grounded in teamwork, communication, and understanding. I aim to be a consistent and reliable resource for families, serving as the point person for a child’s care—regardless of their age, background, or the complexity of their needs. As children grow, I also strive to ensure their voices are heard, encouraging them to participate in and take ownership of their healthcare journey.

I grew up in Columbia, SC, and attended Furman University in Greenville, SC. I earned my medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, then completed my residency in General Pediatrics at Duke University in Durham, NC. In 2025, I moved to the greater Charlotte area, excited to continue caring for families in the Carolinas—a region I’ve called home my entire life.

Outside of medicine, I enjoy traveling to visit friends, reading, exercising, and experimenting in the kitchen with new recipes. I’m a huge fan of college football and the NBA. Some recent hobbies/interests include taking on DIY projects, challenging myself with the daily crossword, building electronics, and training to improve my 5K time.

08/18/2025

What were you up to 30 years ago? Dr. Blanton was busy joining Matthews Children’s Clinic. For 30 years Dr. Blanton has helped to keep kids healthy by delivering remarkable care. Congratulations Dr. Blanton!

07/03/2025

Matthews Children's Clinic will be closed on Friday July 4th. We wish everyone a very safe and happy 4th of July! We will have limited availability on Saturday morning for sick visits. You can call our office starting at 8am on Saturday to schedule.

07/01/2025

Celebrate the summer by spreading joy this year! During the month of July, we will be collecting toys for Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital. These toys are to support the kids of Hemby Children’s Hospital and the Child Life department in our medical centers and clinics through the end of the year. Our Child Life team heavily relies on toy donations to provide kids with items to play with during their hospital stay or clinic visit. These toys help promote a child’s development. Help us allow our pediatric patients to feel like kids!

05/16/2025

We had a great time celebrating Healthcare Week 2025. Yee Haw!

04/29/2025

Good morning. We are having some significant traffic delays in the area this morning. Please give yourself some extra time if you are coming to our office today. Thank you!

04/17/2025

Happy Easter. Matthews Children's Clinic will be closing early on Friday April 18th, at 1pm. If you would like to get in for an appointment before the weekend, give us a call. Thank you!