Piedmont HealthCare Comprehensive Digestive Care Center

12/08/2025

Excellent addition to our Leadership team

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Jake Clary as Director of Operations and Piedmont HealthCare in North Carolina.

12/04/2025

New research suggests diet matters even after a stage III colon cancer diagnosis.

Patients who consumed anti-inflammatory foods like leafy greens, coffee, and tea, and exercised regularly, had a significantly lower risk of death than those eating more pro-inflammatory foods like red meat, sugary drinks, and refined grains.

Learn how diet and lifestyle can impact survival: https://www.gastroendonews.com/a/yTIBAA/f

12/04/2025

New research underscores that MASLD is much more than a liver condition.

In a nationwide study of over 1 million adults, patients with MASLD had a 60% higher risk of chronic diarrhea, a 62% higher risk of IBS, and a significantly increased risk of GI cancers.

Experts say this highlights the need for greater awareness of the gut–liver connection and its impact on overall digestive health.

🧠 “If we can control MASLD, we may be able to control functional diarrhea, IBS, or constipation,” said lead author Dr. Rishi Chowdhary.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.gastroendonews.com/a/njMBAA/f

12/04/2025

ACG joins patients and physicians in recognizing Crohn's & Colitis Awareness Week!

IBD patients balance disease management with preventive health care. Learn about the latest ACG clinical guidance.

⭐ bit.ly/acg-ibd-preventive-highlights

12/04/2025

Iredell Health System, in collaboration with Piedmont HealthCare, is now offering Aquablation® therapy at Iredell Memorial Hospital to treat men suffering from an enlarged prostate. The first cases using the new therapy were completed today! 👏

“BPH is a widespread condition that severely compromises quality of life for countless men over age 50. With Aquablation therapy, men can reclaim their lifestyles and find relief from symptoms while preserving sexual function and continence — outcomes that have proven elusive with many traditional treatment modalities,” said Dr. Tao Cui, a urologist at PHC Piedmont Urology. He and Dr. Kush Patel of PHC Urology & Urological Surgery and Dr. Dominick Carbone, Jr. of Iredell Urology are currently the three urologists in the area who will use the new robotic system.

Patel adds, “We are excited to expand options for our patients with a highly precise, robotic-guided treatment. This technology allows us to deliver highly targeted therapy with minimal downtime, and we remain committed to offering the most advanced, least invasive treatment options for BPH in our community.”

“The precision of the robotically controlled removal of prostate tissue could potentially reduce some of the most distressing side effects of outlet reduction surgery,” shared Carbone. “As part of the Iredell Physician Network I am pleased to offer this cutting-edge technology to our Iredell community.”

Pictured from left: Dr. Tao Cui, Dr. Kush Patel, Dr. Dominick Carbone, Jr

Piedmont HealthCare

12/04/2025

Thank you, Statesville! Statesville Feeds the Need food drive wrapped up with an incredible 12,314 pounds of donated food. We set a goal of 15,000 pounds, and while we didn’t hit the number, we still feel like we won in every way that matters.

PHC offices, local businesses, and community members came together with so much heart. The final week especially was unbelievable. Every can, box, and bag helped stock the shelves of our local food banks and will make a real difference for families right here at home this holiday season.

We’re proud of this community and grateful for everyone who showed up to support the cause. Thank you for helping feed the need!

Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County
DENSO North America
American Child, Inc.
HunkaJunk Hauling
Bobcat Company
Banner Drug Co
Red Buffalo Brewing Co.
Cheney Brothers, Inc. - Statesville, NC
Food Lion
Iredell Health System
William T. Burnett

11/25/2025

🦃Thanksgiving Holiday Office Hours 🍽️

Just a reminder we will be closed Thursday, November 27 - 30th. We’ll reopen Monday, December 1st at 8:00 AM.

We hope you enjoy a safe and happy holiday with family and friends!

-Your CDCC Team 💛🧡🤎

11/25/2025

Which is worse?
Wash your hair with mashed potatoes
or
Take a warm bath in gravy

11/24/2025

TGIF! The crew had a nice afternoon on Friday putting together sea glass Christmas trees! 🎄

11/22/2025

To the Editor: On November 1 our area food banks were really struggling to keep what I call staple food bank products on our shelves. We were being hit with government cuts from suppliers and indiv…

11/21/2025

Less than a week left to donate to ! We need a strong final push to bring our donations up to our goal of 15,000lbs. Did you know one full shopping cart of food drive items is about 200-300lbs?

This weekend when you are doing your Thanksgiving dinner shopping, get something extra and drop it off at any PHC office or any of the participating businesses listed below:

Iredell Health System
Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County
DENSO North America
American Child, Inc.
Bobcat Company
HunkaJunk Hauling
Banner Drug Co
Red Buffalo Brewing Co.
Cheney Brothers, Inc. - Statesville, NC
Food Lion
Galliher Home Team- Keller Williams Statesville
William T. Burnett

11/20/2025

We’re incredibly grateful for everyone who has already contributed to our food drive. Your generosity is making a real difference for families in our community. 💛
If you’re still interested in donating, we will continue to welcome non-perishable food items here at our office until November 25th. 

🥫CDCC is helping “Statesville Feeds the Need”!🥫

This holiday season, Piedmont HealthCare is proud to support our community through the “Statesville Feeds the Need” Food Drive - and CDCC is one the collection hubs! 🧡

From now until November 25th, we invite our patients and visitors to bring one non-perishable food item to help families in need across our community. Every can, box, or bag makes a difference!

Together, we can spread kindness, hope, and a little extra holiday cheer to those who need it most. Thank you for joining us in giving back this season! 🌟