Medical Specialty Profiles

Profiles in Medicine

Whether you’re searching for a specialist such as a cardiologist or oral surgeon, or a family physician or eye care center to assist each member of your household in maintaining optimal health, learn more about the Lake Norman area’s premier medical professionals on the following pages.

Iredell Primary Care | Dr. Anthony D. Elkins

Dr. Anthony D. Elkins, who opened his practice in Mooresville in May 2022, brings an added dimension to a traditional family practice as an osteopathic physician (DO). This means that in addition to providing care for his patients of all ages such as physicals, well child checks, chronic disease management and urgent care for illnesses and injuries, he is also certified in osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT).

It’s a treatment used for conditions such as back and neck pain, headaches, asthma and upper respiratory conditions through the gentle manipulation of joints, muscles and connective tissues. Dr. Elkins says it’s an approach that provides his patients with more comprehensive care, often in cases where standard treatments are undesirable or have been ineffective.

“As an osteopathic physician, I put more emphasis on looking at the patient as a whole,” he says. “I take time to get to know my patients so that I can make treatment recommendations that are most meaningful to them.”

In addition to osteopathic care, Dr. Elkins also specializes in musculoskeletal medicine and sports medicine. He cares for a wide range of athletes, from casual exercisers to competitive athletes at the high school, collegiate and professional levels. He can also perform office procedures such as skin biopsies, mole removal, joint injections and gynecological procedures. Dr. Elkins’ goal is to provide high quality medical care to patients in a relaxed, slow-paced environment, where each patient receives personalized care that aligns with their goals and values.

“I believe in treating the person, not the disease; solving the problem, not just treating the symptoms,” he says. “I spend more time with my patients so I understand where they are coming from and what goals they have for their health. I partner with my patients to help them achieve their health goals.”

Dr. Elkins is on faculty at several medical schools and trains medical students and residents in family medicine, sports medicine and osteopathic medicine — a level of expertise he believes directly benefits his patients.

“I have over 20 years of experience in my field,” he says. “I love my job and am always grateful for the trust patients and families have placed in me over the years.”

www.iredellprimarycare.com 980-435-0406 114 Gateway Blvd., Suite B, Mooresville, NC 28117

Michael Foran, DMD Michael Coleman, DDS | Carolina Oral & Facial Surgery

Founded in 1985, Carolina Oral & Facial Surgery focuses on dental alveolar surgery, such as tooth extraction and dental implant placement, as well as bone grafting, pathology and dental infection services, and in-office anesthesia and sedation. Dr. Michael Coleman and Dr. Michael Foran stay abreast of the latest in technique and technology, which has proven to be paramount to the practice’s success.

“Our practice is mainly an office-based oral surgery practice. We specialize in surgical procedures consisting of extraction of wisdom teeth and other non-restorable teeth, bone grafting, placement of dental implants, biopsies and management of pathology and surgical intervention of oral and facial infections,” explains Dr. Foran, an Army veteran.“We have extensive training and experience in in-office sedation to provide comfort to our patients.”

Carolina Oral & Facial Surgery is one of the first practices in the area to implement CT-guided implant procedures. Dr. Foran says CT-guided surgery allows bone grafting and dental implant placement to be more precise. “It has become much more common in my practice, and it helps me serve our patients better,” he explains, adding that the practice also has privileges at the local Novant hospitals for more complicated procedures that require a hospital setting, such as trauma and facial fractures, as well as orthognathic surgery.

Regardless of the complexity of the procedure, the goal of Carolina Oral & Facial Surgery is to always provide the most upto-date oral and maxillofacial surgical care in a warm, professional and caring environment, personalized to meet an individual patient’s dental needs.

“We are not a large corporate practice. We tailor our care to the individual, in a low-volume and caring environment,” adds Dr. Coleman, who is highly trained in all aspects of oral surgery and implant dentistry. “Our support staff is second to none, and we are always available to our patients, even after the office closes.”

These board certified physicians treat each patient as they would want their wives and children to be treated, with respect, courtesy and compassion. “Our ultimate goal is to provide patients with a thorough diagnosis, the most state-of-the art oral surgery and dental implant treatment, modern facilities and equipment in a professional yet personal, caring, and, perhaps most important, safe environment,” explains Dr. Foran. “We all pay close attention to the concerns of our patients for the best possible treatment and outcome.”

704.892.1198 www.carolinaoms.com 19910 N. Cove Road Cornelius, NC 28031

Graystone was originally established as Harris, Foster and Lefler, PA in 1969 by Dr. William Harris, Dr. Thomas Foster and Dr. Hampton Lefler. In 1973, a new office was constructed near Catawba Hospital, which they shared with ENT physicians, subsequently becoming known as Graystone Eye, Ear, Nose & Throat.

In 1977, the practice became Graystone Ophthalmology Associates with the joining of Dr. Randal Williams; and, in 1993 Graystone inherited their Lenoir office with the acquisition of Lenoir Eye Care Clinic. During that 16-year span, the founding physicians of Graystone also opened the original Lincolnton office.

Years later in 2000, the current CEO, Sheree Watson, joined the group and helped transform the practice into a highlyfunctioning organization. In 2008, the physicians of Graystone determined it was in the best interest of their patients to merge their two Hickory offices and ambulatory surgery center into one combined location. The current Hickory campus was established as the central headquarters, a full-service eye care practice, and a fully accredited surgery center.

From 2009 to 2012 the Lenoir office was fully renovated, the new Lincolnton building was completed, and at the invitation of Dr. William Atkins, Graystone entered the High Country with the acquisition of Watauga Eye in Boone. 2016 brought the construction of the new Boone building, as the physicians of Graystone merged their Boone and Linville offices. 2019 was another big milestone year with Graystone’s 50th Anniversary, and their continued investment in the community with the expansion of the Hickory location.

Their 40,000-square-foot addition houses a Vision Correction suite, full-service Cosmetic and Aesthetic Center, and adds additional operating rooms to the existing Surgery Center space. By keeping up with the latest in science and technology, the practice continues to focus on comprehensive eye care, cataracts, glaucoma, refractive procedures (iLASIK), corneal disorders, retinal disorders, pediatric vision disorders, oculofacial plastics (functional and aesthetic services) and optical services.

The team at Graystone Eye (thirteen board certified ophthalmologists) offers the latest in laser surgery and advanced technology lenses. Graystone is a fully accredited retinal research facility and is proud to offer new treatment options for patients.

The practice takes pride in its rich history throughout the region and continues to evolve to offer the best in advanced eye care. The mission is and has always been to preserve the gift of sight and enhance lives — one patient at a time.

888.626.2020 www.graystone-eye.com www.graystonelasik.com www.eyesfacebody.com

Hickory (Graystone Eye & Surgery Center, Graystone iLASIK, & Graystone Aesthetic Center) 2424 Century Place SE, Hickory, NC 28602 Lincolnton (Graystone Eye) 2311 E. Main Street, Hwy 150, Lincolnton, NC 28092 Lenoir (Graystone Eye) 2060 Hickory Boulevard, SW (Hwy 321S), Lenoir, NC 28645 Boone (Graystone Eye) 2640 Hwy 105, Suite 102, Boone, NC 28607

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