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Sept/Oct 2026

Sept/Oct 2026

Training Future Surgeons

The Carilion Clinic program continues mission of teaching innovative advances in orthopaedic surgery.

Jul 1, 2025
By: Shawn Nowlin

After Night in Jail, A New Start

FarmBurguesa’s Kat Pascal will serve her community as a real estate agent and school administrator after closing her popular restaurants.

Jul 1, 2025
By: Christina Nifong

Tackling Gambling Addiction

A Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare initiative aims to reduce problem gambling throughout the Roanoke Valley.

Jul 1, 2025
By: Shawn Nowlin

Comprehensive Kidney Care in Southwest Virginia

Three top nephrologists share a unified commitment to comprehensive kidney care while bringing their own unique experiences and perspectives to the practice.

Jul 1, 2025
By: Liz Long

A Legacy of Compassion

When cancer made transportation a barrier to treatment, Becky Pollard turned pain into purpose — and now her son carries on the mission to get patients to care, one ride at a time.

Jul 1, 2025
By: Anthony Giorgetti

Rooted in Whole-Person Healing

Guided by both science and empathy, Dr. Alicia Hollis blends integrative and conventional approaches to treat the whole person — mind, body and spirit.

Jul 1, 2025
By: Liz Long

At the Intersection of Precision & Compassion

Dr. Neil Macdonald discusses the reach of his specialty, the honor of being named a Top Doc and why Roanoke still feels like home.

Jul 1, 2025
By: Liz Long

Keeping Roanoke on Its Feet

With expertise in sports medicine and joint care, Dr. James Farmer combines advanced surgical techniques and noninvasive therapies to help patients regain strength, mobility and long-term wellness.

Jul 1, 2025
By: Liz Long

Do You Know… Katrina Hill?

The Community School director, once a middle school teacher, now leads with a commitment to progressive, student-centered learning.

Jul 1, 2025
By: Georgianne Vecellio

Then and Now: Colonial American National Bank

Once part of a prominent Roanoke Valley banking legacy dating back to 1910, the Vinton building continues its financial roots today as a Truist Bank location.