Kyle Ward, DO, decided on a career in medicine after encouragement from his mother, who was a post anesthesia care unit nurse. After completing his at residency at Lonesome Pine Hospital in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, he chose to stay in the Appalachian Highlands to practice medicine. Dr. Ward enjoys being able to treat patients of all ages and understands the importance of listening to a patient’s whole story in order to best help them. As a personal philosophy, he believes “in treating each patient as if they were my own family.”. Dr. Ward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Folate Deficiency.

"Lauren Burns, DO, believes in caring for the whole person: mind, body and spirit. ""When you truly listen to your patients, they'll tell you exactly what they need,"" she says. Originally from Philadelphia and raised in southern New Jersey, Dr. Burns was drawn to the Appalachian Highlands by its mountains, outdoor opportunities and welcoming community. Inspired by her mother, a nurse, and her father, an emergency medical technician, she began volunteering in healthcare at 16 and found her calling in medicine. Outside of work, Dr. Burns enjoys traveling with her husband, crocheting and relaxing on her porch surrounded by wildlife and her cats.". Dr. Burns is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hemochromatosis.

. Dr. Deel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Coal Worker's Pneumoconiosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

. Dr. Newberry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Coal Worker's Pneumoconiosis, Lymphadenitis, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

"With three decades of cardiology experience, Gregory Brewer, MD, finds immense fulfillment in his profession, believing that improving a patient's quality of life is the ultimate goal. ""By listening to my patients, their diagnosis is illuminated,"" he says. His passion for medicine was sparked by his grandfather, a primary care physician, who instilled a strong foundation of patient-centered care. Dr. Brewer relocated to the Appalachian Highlands from Knoxville, Tennessee, to be closer to family. Outside of his medical practice, Dr. Brewer enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, golfing and learning to play new musical instruments.". Dr. Brewer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy.

. Dr. Campbell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Secondary Parkinsonism, Hypertension, and X-Linked Agammaglobulinemia.

Bernie Sergent, DO, completed his medical training in the Appalachian Highlands and moved back here after a brief time working in Kentucky. These mountains are his home, and he loves the community relationships he is forming with his patients. Dr. Sergent actively engages with his patients during their care journey so they can live the best version of their life possible. Dr. Sergent believes listening to his patients is vital because, as he says, “they'll tell you what's wrong and sometimes how to help them fix the issue. I just have to listen carefully.”. Dr. Sergent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Dysgraphia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Herb Ladley, MD, MBA, FACC, became a cardiologist because he was captivated by the heart's anatomy and physiology. He joined Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute in 1984, and loves the relationship he's built with patients he's cared for through the decades. He believes that taking time to listen to his patients helps him understand how best to treat them. A native of northern Virginia, Dr. Ladley says he was drawn to the Appalachian Highlands because of the people, the recreational activities and the climate. When he's not working, he enjoys staying fit on the farm. Dr. Ladley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy.

. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

. Dr. Sparkman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

. Dr. Renfro is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Vijay Kumar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norton, Virginia. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Acute Coronary Syndrome. Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.

Ronald Sheppard is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norton, Virginia. Dr. Sheppard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Shingles, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Emory Mullins is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norton, Virginia. Dr. Mullins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Jody Bentley is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norton, Virginia. Dr. Bentley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Coal Worker's Pneumoconiosis, Lymphadenitis, Shingles, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Romulo Fajardo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norton, Virginia. Dr. Fajardo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Sciatica, Chronic Pain, and Scoliosis.

James Wilson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norton, Virginia. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Acute Cystitis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Movement Disorders. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Kramer is a Cardiologist in Norton, Virginia. Dr. Kramer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Angina.

Bickley Craven is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. Dr. Craven is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Todd Cassel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dungannon, Virginia. Dr. Cassel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Cassel is currently accepting new patients.