Physician Assistants in Southern Pines, NC
Master's-level clinicians who diagnose, prescribe, and assist across every specialty.
18 verified providers in Southern Pines
Finding a physician assistant in Southern Pines, NC
Southern Pines and Pinehurst together form the medical core of the Sandhills, a Moore County market shaped by a large retirement-age population. FirstHealth of the Carolinas operates the regional system; primary care, cardiology, orthopedics, and behavioral health all run deep here, supported by demand from a patient base that skews older than the state as a whole.
What does a physician assistant do?
Physician assistants (PAs) diagnose conditions, order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, assist in surgery, and manage ongoing care. They work in primary care, urgent care, emergency departments, and across most medical and surgical specialties. PAs train under a medical model with a master's-level degree (typically 27 months) plus more than 2,000 clinical hours before they sit for the national PA certification exam.
PAs practice in collaboration with physicians, with the specifics defined by state law and the practice's policies. In most states, a PA can manage a patient's care from intake through follow-up; the supervising physician is available for consult and reviews charts but doesn't need to be in the room. For most visits, the experience of seeing a PA is functionally similar to seeing a physician.
When you'll typically see a PA
PAs handle a wide range: annual physicals, sore throats, urgent care, prescription refills, blood pressure and diabetes management, post-surgical follow-up, dermatology checks, mental-health visits, and most specialist follow-ups. For complex or unusual presentations, the PA consults with or refers to the physician on the same care team.
If you have a strong preference between a PA and a physician, you can usually request that when scheduling. Most insurance plans cover PA visits at the same copay as a physician visit, though billing-side conventions can differ.
Physician Assistants in Southern Pines, NC
TRACI LYNN DOLBEER, PA-C
Traci Lynn Dolbeer is a Physician Assistant serving patients in Southern Pines, NC. As a PA-C, she provides comprehensive patient care across a range of healthcare needs.
TIMOTHY MICHAEL GAST, PA-C
Timothy Michael Gast is a Physician Assistant (PA-C) based in Southern Pines, NC. He provides general physician assistant services to patients in the area.
TIA LYNN FOX, PA
Tia Lynn Fox is a Physician Assistant based in Southern Pines, NC. She provides a range of clinical services through her practice in the area.
THOMAS RAYMOND WEBER, PA-C
Thomas Raymond Weber is a Physician Assistant in Southern Pines, NC. With PA-C credentials, he provides clinical care across a range of patient needs. Contact his office to learn more about his services.
THOMAS JOHN FISHER, PA-C
Thomas John Fisher is a Physician Assistant based in Southern Pines, NC. As a PA-C, he provides comprehensive patient care across a range of healthcare needs.
SHELBY JOHNSON, PA-C
Shelby Johnson is a Physician Assistant in Southern Pines, NC. As a PA-C, Johnson provides comprehensive patient care across a range of health concerns. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact the office directly.
SHANNON M ELLIS, PA-C
Shannon M Ellis is a Physician Assistant based in Southern Pines, NC. As a PA-C, Ellis provides primary and preventive care to patients in the community.
ROGER MITCHEL, PA-C
Roger Mitchel is a physician assistant based in Southern Pines, NC. As a PA-C, he provides general medical care to patients in the area.
ROBERT LEE HOLLINGSWORTH, PA-C
Robert Lee Hollingsworth is a Physician Assistant in Southern Pines, NC. As a PA-C, he provides patient care across a range of medical needs. To learn more about his services, please contact his office directly.
LOUISA A STEWART, PAC
Louisa A Stewart is a Physician Assistant located in Southern Pines, NC. She provides comprehensive patient care across a range of healthcare needs. Stewart is committed to delivering thoughtful and attentive medical services to her patients.
KATE MCBRIDE, PA-C
Kate McBride is a Physician Assistant in Southern Pines, NC. As a PA-C, she provides patient care across a range of medical needs. McBride is committed to working with patients to support their health and wellness goals.
JENNIFER MARIE MCCALL, PA-C
Jennifer Marie McCall is a Physician Assistant practicing in Southern Pines, NC. She provides comprehensive patient care across a range of healthcare needs.
IRENE RANGEL BURNS, PA-C
Irene Rangel Burns is a physician assistant serving patients in Southern Pines, NC. She brings clinical expertise to her practice, working with patients on their healthcare needs.
HATTIE DANIELLE MCCALL, PA-C
Hattie Danielle McCall is a Physician Assistant practicing in Southern Pines, NC. As a PA-C, she provides patient-centered care across a range of healthcare needs. McCall is committed to working with patients to support their health and wellness goals.
CORY DALE ANDERSON, PA-C
Cory Dale Anderson is a Physician Assistant serving patients in Southern Pines, NC. As a PA-C, Anderson provides comprehensive medical care across a range of healthcare needs.
CHELSEA MARIE FAIRLEY, PA-C
Chelsea Marie Fairley, PA-C, is a physician assistant practicing in Southern Pines, NC. She provides primary care and medical services to patients in the community.
ANGELA MEREDITH, PA-C
Angela Meredith is a Physician Assistant serving patients in Southern Pines, NC. As a PA-C, she provides comprehensive primary care and medical services to support your healthcare needs.
ALEXANDRA KILRAINE KAZNOWSKI, PA-C
Alexandra Kilraine Kaznowski, PA-C, is a physician assistant practicing in Southern Pines, NC. She provides comprehensive patient care across a range of healthcare needs.
Frequently asked
How many physician assistants are listed in Southern Pines, NC?
Our directory currently lists 18 NPI-verified physician assistants in Southern Pines, NC. This count updates as new providers are approved, so the number reflects current inventory rather than a static snapshot.
Do these physician assistants accept TRICARE or military insurance?
Medicare is the primary insurer for a large share of patients here. Most practices accept Medicare; supplemental and Medicare Advantage acceptance varies by plan. Confirm coverage before booking.
How is a PA different from a nurse practitioner?
Both are master's-level licensed providers who diagnose, prescribe, and manage care. PAs train under a medical model that's broad across specialties before any sub-specialisation; NPs train under a nursing model, often with a chosen population focus from the start (family, adult, pediatrics). In practice, the experience of seeing one versus the other depends much more on the individual provider than the credential.
Can a PA prescribe medication?
Yes, including controlled substances in every state (with some state-specific restrictions on certain DEA schedules). PAs prescribe across the full range of conditions they treat.
Will my insurance cover a visit with a PA?
Yes, in nearly all cases when the PA is in-network. Coverage and copay are typically the same as a physician visit. Confirm with your insurer if you're booking a procedure or specialty consult rather than a routine visit.
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