FirstHealth of the Carolinas

07/30/2026

07/29/2026

In the latest episode of the FirstHealth and Wellness Podcast, OB/GYN Lissette Machin, M.D. discusses how perceptions of menopause have evolved in recent years. Dr. Machin emphasizes that perimenopause and menopause is not a one-size-fits-all experience.

But it doesn’t need to be viewed as a burden! Women can advocate for themselves, embrace aging and seek care personalized for them.

Listen or watch the full episode here: https://www.firsthealth.org/wellness-fitness/firstblog/podcast/?segitem=69139

07/28/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Sarah Kaiser, D.O., to our family medicine care team in Lee County.

Dr. Kaiser's passion for medicine began at an early age while caring for her grandmother, who faced multiple chronic health conditions. Witnessing those challenges inspired her to pursue a career focused on helping others. Coming from a family of health care professionals, including parents who are pharmacists and an uncle who is a pediatrician, she found medicine to be a natural calling.

Kaiser earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Campbell University JM Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lillington, N.C., and completed her family medicine residency at McLeod Family Medicine Center in Florence, S.C.

Read more about Dr. Kaiser: https://bit.ly/4fFbV27

07/27/2026

A mother. A daughter. A shared passion for helping others. ❤️

When Gabrielle Donze joined FirstHealth's Job Shadowing Program, she had the opportunity to spend time learning from her mother, Kim Donze, who is a nurse practitioner at FirstHealth Family Medicine in Carthage. From primary care visits to exploring the operating room at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital, Gabrielle is discovering the many paths available in health care and gaining valuable experience as she plans for her future.

"I enjoy caring for people and making them feel seen," Gabrielle said.

Read Gabrielle's inspiring story and learn how FirstHealth is helping students explore careers in health care: https://bit.ly/4x4sqvS

07/24/2026

ICYMI: We have expanded access to personalized, preventive health care with the relocation of FirstHealth Concierge Medicine and FirstHealth Functional Medicine to a new location at 401 Capital Drive, Suite B in Whispering Pines.

In addition to relocating both programs, the new space introduces advanced wellness and recovery services, including whole-body cryotherapy, infrared sauna therapy and body composition analysis.

The practices began seeing patients and members last month, and later this year FirstHealth Cardiology will also begin seeing patients in the same location.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3TvnVf6

07/24/2026

Nobody plans to get sick on vacation... 🏖

With FirstHealth on the Go, familiar care is just a few taps away, even between beach days or mountain hikes. You pack your bags, we will cover the peace of mind.

More info on starting a visit >> www.FirstHealthOntheGo.org

07/23/2026

There's a good chance you've heard someone talk about "gut health" recently. But what does it really mean?

Recently, Dr. Scott Jamison, a functional medicine physician at FirstHealth, joined our podcast to explain what the term means, common gut health warning signs and simple, science-backed ways to improve digestion, immunity and well-being.

Listen: https://bit.ly/3R9bMLI

07/22/2026

Did you know we offer a pharmacy technician pre-apprenticeship through our FirstFutures program?

For Ayahnie Daniel, who recently graduated from Pinecrest High School, the program allowed her to gain valuable experience while continuing her education at Sandhills Community College. Her coursework reinforces the skills she's gaining at Moore Regional Hospital, including drug identification, patient confidentiality and more.

FirstFutures creates early pathways into health care careers by connecting students with real-world experience, education and mentorship. Programs like this are designed to strengthen the local workforce pipeline while providing students with meaningful opportunities close to home.

Learn more about Ayahnie's journey: https://bit.ly/4cJ8Ooy

07/21/2026

Struggling with your summer meal plans? 🌯 🥗

Eating well doesn't need to be complicated. Registered dietitian Michelle Cole shares realistic, time-saving ways to keep the meal train on track on busy days. Think process, not perfection.

Beat the chaos with these fast, flexible options: https://bit.ly/4cNEhXM

07/21/2026

Checking in on the expansion project at Moore Regional Hospital - Hoke Campus. Steel is going up quickly and the new hospital tower is taking shape. 🏗 🛠 🏥

We look forward to opening 24 new inpatient beds, an expanded medical office building and strengthening access to high-quality care for patients in Hoke County and surrounding communities. Construction is expected to be completed in 2027.

Read more about the project: https://bit.ly/45BY1to