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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.

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.

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.

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.

Top Docs 2025

Our biennial poll returns! We surveyed nearly 15,800 nurses and health care workers for their top doctors in the region.

More Than Buildings

A major partnership between Carilion and Virginia Tech paves the way for groundbreaking growth in Roanoke’s health and innovation corridor.

2025 Medical Professionals: Roanoke Valley ENT & Allergy

Learn more about Dr. Paul Lenkowski, M.D., Ph.D with their medical profile.

2025 Medical Professionals: Back Resort

Learn more about Dr. Dan Davidson with their medical profile.

The Squeeze

A new generation is caught in the middle, balancing support for aging parents and growing children — often at great personal cost.

2025 Medical Professionals: Physicians to Women

Learn more about Physicians to Women with their medical profile.

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Drs. Ryan Evans, Matt Mathew and Dennis Hu

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.
Dr. Alicia Hollis

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.
Dr. Neil MacDonald

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.
Dr. James Farmer

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.
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Top Docs 2025

Our biennial poll returns! We surveyed nearly 15,800 nurses and health care workers for their top doctors in the region.
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More Than Buildings

A major partnership between Carilion and Virginia Tech paves the way for groundbreaking growth in Roanoke’s health and innovation corridor.
Dr. Paul Lenkowski, M.D., PH.D

2025 Medical Professionals: Roanoke Valley ENT & Allergy

Learn more about Dr. Paul Lenkowski, M.D., Ph.D with their medical profile.
Dr. Dan Davidson

2025 Medical Professionals: Back Resort

Learn more about Dr. Dan Davidson with their medical profile.
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The Squeeze

A new generation is caught in the middle, balancing support for aging parents and growing children — often at great personal cost.
Left to Right Front Row: Dr. Caroline Welchman, Sarah Hahn, NP-C, Sarah Williams, PA-C, Dr. Heather Draeger, Dr. Jamie Buck Back Row: Stephanie Quinn, WHNP-C, Dr. Dianna Curtis, Dr. Brittany Kane Not Pictured: Dr. Mark Chewning, Dr. Denise Inman, Dr. Jill Gaines

2025 Medical Professionals: Physicians to Women

Learn more about Physicians to Women with their medical profile.
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