Pinehurst Medical Clinic

11/21/2025

11/20/2025

Pinehurst Medical Clinic (PMC) is proud to welcome Christine Brock, MSN, APRN, FNP-C to its Endocrinology team in Sanford, NC.

Christine earned her Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Practitioner concentration from South College, Knoxville, TN. She also received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Wilmington, NC, and her Associate of Science in Nursing locally from Richmond Community College, Hamlet, NC.

Christine shares her decision to pursue a career in healthcare came naturally, as she has always been the go-to caretaker for her family and friends. Healthcare allows her to support people when they are in some of their most vulnerable places and the opportunity to celebrate with them in some of their greatest moments. “I love being able to connect with patients, hear their stories, and be alongside them throughout their health journey,” she states. From that foundation, Christine developed her care philosophy around ensuring patients feel supported, not rushed or overlooked. She shares how she strives to treat each patient as if they were her family.

With several years of clinical experience, Christine was seeking a workplace that felt like home. She wanted to be part of an organization where compassionate care and a strong commitment to the community were at the forefront. At PMC, she found exactly that. The collaborative team environment and dedication to delivering excellent care aligned perfectly with her personal and professional values, making PMC the ideal next step in her career.

When not caring for patients, Christine can often be found outdoors, traveling, or spending time with her family, soaking up the moments that recharge her and keep her grounded.

Christine Brock, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, will see patients at PMC Doctors Drive - Endocrinology located at 1816 Doctors Drive, Sanford, NC. To learn more about PMC’s Endocrinology team, visit www.pinehurstmedical.com.

11/19/2025

🧡 Today is National COPD Awareness Day🧡

The PMC Pulmonology Team wants to share some eye-opening statistics to highlight the importance of COPD awareness.
According to the American Lung Association, as of 2023, 𝟭𝟭.𝟭 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗢𝗣𝗗, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟱𝟵𝟴,𝟮𝟱𝟱 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲.

If you think you may have COPD, don’t wait, make an appointment with the PMC Pulmonology Team today.

🫁Learn more about PMC's Pulmonology team here: https://www.pinehurstmedical.com/our-services/pinehurst-medical-pulmonology-treatments

11/18/2025

Traveling during the holidays can be hectic, so packing efficiently is key. The 𝟧-𝟦-𝟥-𝟤-𝟣 𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙙 is often a simple, space-saving strategy to help you travel lighter while maximizing your outfit options here is how it works:

5 tops 👕👔
4 bottoms👖
3 pairs of shoes 👟👠
2 additional pieces such as dresses or jackets, depending on the weather and type of trip. 🧥👗
1 set of accessories, such as a hat, sunglasses, and a few pieces of jewelry. 😎🤠

With this method, you can mix and match your wardrobe to create up to 60 different outfit combinations! Perfect for any trip, from a weekend getaway to a week-long holiday.🚗✈️🧳

This method saves you space, time, and the stress of overpacking. Give it a try on your next adventure!

11/17/2025

November is National Healthy Skin Month and the SkinCare Experts want to share how the Helix CO2 Laser can help promote healthy skin!

🌟The Helix CO2 laser helps rejuvenate your skin by targeting and removing damaged layers of skin or aging skin layers. The Helix not only removes those layers but helps stimulate collagen production by reducing wrinkles, minimizing scars, improving skin texture and skin tone and sun damage.

This laser provides a natural, long-lasting glow to your skin! Take advantage of the new laser at PMC Dermatology and schedule a consultation online: https://www.pinehurstmedical.com/PMCDerm

We can’t wait to see your healthy skin transformation from the Helix CO2 Laser✨🌟

11/14/2025

During the fall and winter months, cold air, wind, respiratory infections, air quality, and seasonal stressors can all have an impact on your respiratory health.

The PMC Wellness team has some helpful tips to protect yourself during these seasons when dealing with COPD:

- 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝘂𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿: Cover your nose and mouth with a scarf or mask in cold air.
- 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀: Ask your provider about flu, pneumonia, RSV, and COVID-19 vaccines.
- 𝗔𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗦𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀: Wash your hands, wear a mask in public, and avoid sick people.
- 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗱: Ensure you have your medications and inhalers and take them as directed.
- 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘆: Try to run errands or exercise early in the morning or later in the evening when temperatures are cooler.
- 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻: To learn more, see the link in our bio for the PMC Wellness Team's “One Breath at a Time,” COPD resource workbook.

If you notice any changes in your symptoms, don’t wait—reach out to your primary care provider, pulmonology provider or PMC's wellness team right away. We're here to help you stay on track and enjoy the beauty of the upcoming seasons without letting your symptoms get in the way.

Check out PMC's blog about handling COPD during the fall and winter seasons:
https://www.pinehurstmedical.com/media/managing-copd-how-to-stay-healthy-during-fall--winter

11/13/2025

Happy National Family Caregivers Month from PMC to you and your loved ones!

Did you know that, according to the National Council on Aging, more than 53 million family caregivers in America provide unpaid care?

At PMC, we recognize the hard work and dedication family caregivers show every day from providing care, support, and compassion to ensure the health and well-being of their loved ones.

We see you. We appreciate you. Thank you for all that you do for others in the Sandhills community🫶

11/12/2025

This year, PMC proudly hosted its 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat in both Sanford and Pinehurst!

We’re excited to announce the winners of this year’s contest! 🥁🎉
🌟𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 - 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 with their incredible Pirate Ship theme ⚓☠️🏴‍☠️
🌟𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘎𝘭𝘦𝘯, 𝘔𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘰𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘬, 𝘕𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘩 with their creative take on Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs 🍎💀👑

Here’s what this win meant to 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗻, 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆’𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿: “Winning this year's trunk or treat meant that our teamwork and best efforts stood out and were hopefully memorable for everyone! We’re also super excited about the bragging rights for next year!”

And from 𝗩𝗶𝗷𝗮𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗶, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲: “The PMC Trunk or Treat event was a blast! It was wonderful to see so many people come out to support our PMC family event. A huge shoutout to all the teams and organizers for coming together and making the night so much fun.”

A huge thank you to everyone who participated and joined in on the fun! 💙 This event truly showcased the amazing sense of community we share at PMC. We can’t wait to make even more memories together at future events!

To learn more about PMC's culture click here: https://www.pinehurstmedical.com/about-us/careers/our-culture

11/12/2025

We’re honored to see Dr. Michael Pritchett, Pinehurst Medical Clinic Interventional Pulmonologist recognized for his exceptional leadership, and commitment to excellence that continues to elevate the level of care provided to patients and our community each day. Please join us in congratulating him and all those who made this milestone a reality! 👏

MAJOR MILESTONE | FirstHealth has completed its 2,000th robotic bronchoscopy, a milestone that highlights our pioneering role in advanced lung care and its impact on patients across the country.

Central to this achievement is internationally recognized leader in interventional pulmonology and Pinehurst Medical Clinic physician, Michael Pritchett, D.O., MPH, who provides patient services under agreement with FirstHealth. In March 2019, Dr. Pritchett, who also serves as the medical director of the Chest Center of the Carolinas, performed the first cases worldwide using Intuitive’s commercially available robotic platform, Ion.

To this day, the Ion robotic system at FirstHealth carries the serial number 0001, underscoring the health system’s place at the forefront of lung cancer diagnosis.

“Reaching 2,000 cases is about more than a number—it represents 2,000 patients who were able to get answers sooner,” said Dr. Pritchett. “Many of those patients were diagnosed at an early stage when treatment is most effective and survival rates are highest.”

Robotic bronchoscopy allows physicians to navigate deep into the lungs with extraordinary precision, giving patients access to earlier, minimally invasive diagnoses that once required more invasive procedures or weren’t possible at all. Patients now travel from across North Carolina and beyond to access the technology at FirstHealth.

“Our patients deserve to have the very best, without having to leave their own community to find it,” said Dr. Pritchett. “That’s why we launched this program here, years before it was available at major academic medical centers in our state.”

The milestone also reflects the teamwork and talent behind the technology.

“This achievement wouldn’t be possible without my incredible partners who have brought so much expertise and compassion to this program—Adam Belanger, M.D., and Bradley Icard, D.O., both of Pinehurst Medical Clinic; FirstHealth’s operating room team, respiratory therapists and outstanding pathology group,” Dr. Pritchett added. “Together, we’ve built a truly world-class lung program here at FirstHealth.”

Read more: https://bit.ly/4nU4KFy

11/12/2025

Pinehurst Medical Clinic is so proud of Dr. Bradley Icard, our Interventional Pulmonologist for his outstanding work, and commitment to delivering the highest-quality care to patients and our community. 💙
Join us in congratulating him on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉

1st in North Carolina!

is now the first and only health system in the state using a new tool called the Van Gogh™ Microscopy System — a major step forward in how pulmonologists and other proceduralists detect lung cancer.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nz1xuE

11/11/2025

Thank you to all the veterans for your unwavering courage and selfless service. We are truly grateful for your commitment and sacrifice.💙

11/10/2025

𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗢𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝗹𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 (𝗖𝗢𝗣𝗗) 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵! This month helps raise awareness about this serious condition that makes it difficult to breathe on a regular basis.

Most people often notice symptoms starting in their 40s, but according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝟭 𝗶𝗻 𝟯𝟯 𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟯𝟬 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗢𝗣𝗗. That’s why it’s important to take care of your lungs, no matter what age.

Here are some ways to protect your lungs by avoiding:
• Cigarette and secondhand smoke
• Air pollution
• Chemical fumes
• Dust
• Smoke from cooking
• Heating fuels without proper ventilation

Lung health matters, take it seriously.🫁💙

If you or someone you know is living with COPD, visit PMC’s Wellness Department webpage to learn about One Breath at a Time, a program offering education, coaching, and support: https://www.pinehurstmedical.com/our-services/wellness-clinic

If you would like to learn more about pulmonary services at Pinehurst Medical Clinic, visit: https://www.pinehurstmedical.com/our-services/pinehurst-medical-pulmonology-treatments