Central Carolina Physician Practices

02/20/2026

Learn “Breastfeeding Basics” at a new class that starts at CCH this Saturday!

Breastfeeding Basics is a class to help you prepare for your hospital stay and to prepare for your infant feeding journey. Snacks and educational information will be provided. Take an optional tour of our Birth Center afterward!

The classes will be taught by our own Holly Drake, CNM, IBCLC, Certified Nurse Midwife with Central Carolina Women’s Health Center.

Sessions will be held at 2 pm on Saturdays in the Community Classroom at Central Carolina Hospital on the following dates: Feb. 21, March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, Aug. 22, Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21 and Dec. 19.

Best of all, the classes are FREE to anyone who wishes to attend! Partners are welcome. We hope to see you there!

02/16/2026

Save time and take control of your healthcare—anytime, anywhere. Through your patient portal, you securely access your medical records, send a message to your care team, view lab results, request medication refills and pay bills easily. To get started, visit centralcarolinaphysicians.com and click “Patient Portal” under “Patients” in the top navigation bar.

02/09/2026

Heart attacks don’t always come on suddenly. Sometimes they begin with mild pain, pressure or discomfort. This American Heart Month and every day, listen to your body and know the warning signs. Call 9-1-1 immediately if you experience any symptoms.

02/06/2026

Dr. Vinod Chaubey, interventional cardiologist with Central Carolina Cardiology, kicked off the festivities in style today at the inaugural Spring Fling at the Lee County Enrichment Center.

Dr. Chaubey spoke on "Heart disease: What you need to know," and he received LOTS of questions from the highly engaged audience of about 40 seniors who attended the event.

CCH also provided free blood pressure screenings to those in attendance, as part of American Heart Month activities.

Dr. Chaubey's presentation kicks off the Lee County Senior Games and Silver Arts (SGSA)'s inaugural Spring Fling and National Wear Red Day. More events will be held throughout the spring.

02/02/2026

February is Heart Month! It’s important to know your risk and work with your care team to create a plan that’s unique to you. Family history, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and smoking all play a role in heart health.

Have questions about your risk? Talk with your provider to learn what steps you can take to protect your heart.

02/02/2026

It may not feel like spring, but the Spring Fling is coming on Friday, ready or not! Be sure to check out the presentation by Dr. Vinod Chaubey, interventional cardiologist with Central Carolina Cardiology, at the Lee County Enrichment Center starting at 10 AM. It's FREE and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

02/01/2026

Due to weather conditons and for the safety of our patients, all of our physician practices will be closed tomorrow. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

01/26/2026

Cervical cancer is most treatable when caught early, but early stages often have no symptoms. Routine Pap tests, HPV testing, and the HPV vaccine can significantly lower your risk.

If you’re unsure when your last screening was, now is a great time to check in with your provider and stay up to date.

01/25/2026

For the safety of our patients and staff, all Central Carolina physician practices will be closed on Monday. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

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.