Appalachian Regional Healthcare System

09/15/2026

🏆 Congratulations, Dr. Anne-Corinne Beaver, FACS!

Dr. Beaver of Watauga Surgical Group has received the 2026 Cancer Liaison Physician Outstanding Performance Award from the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons.

Nominated by the team at the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, Dr. Beaver was recognized for her outstanding leadership as a Cancer Liaison Physician (CLP)—helping evaluate cancer program performance, identify opportunities for improvement and use data-driven insights to advance the quality of care for patients in our community.

“Cancer Liaison Physicians are champions for patients,” Dr. Beaver shared. “We are passionate about quality, compassion, and vision. It is a privilege for CLPs to serve in this role.”

We’re proud to celebrate Dr. Beaver and her commitment to providing the highest level of cancer care to the High Country. ❤️

09/14/2026

Join UNC Health Appalachian as a Food Service Worker!

As part of our Nutrition Services team, you'll play an important role in patient care by helping provide nutritious meals that support healing and recovery. It's a great entry point into healthcare with opportunities to grow your career.

✨ Full-Time | Variable Shifts
💲 Starting pay: $16.00/hour
✅ No certifications or previous experience required
💙 Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement match, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
📈 Career Pathways Program to help you advance within UNC Health Appalachian
👨‍👩‍👧 Proud to be a Certified Family Forward Employer, with childcare partnerships available to support working families.

Start your healthcare career with a team that invests in your future. Apply today!

Apply through the link in the comments.

09/11/2026

There’s still time to gather your foursome for the Robbins Brothers Memorial Golf Tournament at Hound Ears Club on Monday, October 12! ⛳

Enjoy an afternoon of great golf, friendly competition, and incredible community support—all while helping advance healthcare in the High Country. Proceeds from the tournament will support the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, bringing advanced imaging services closer to patients across our region.

🏌️ Check-in & Buffet Lunch: 12 p.m.
🏌️ Sh***un Start: 1:30 p.m.
🏌️ Awards Cocktail Party: 5:30 p.m.

The tournament features a fun shamble format, prizes for top teams and on-course winners, and gift certificates from Hound Ears Club.

Round up your team, invite your friends, coworkers, or neighbors, and join us for a day that makes a difference.

For more information or to register a team, contact Kindsay Reeder at (828) 262-4391 or [email protected].

09/10/2026

🌟Employee Spotlight🌟
on Kayla Williams, CCMA, CNA
AppOrtho

Kayla Williams a Medical Assistant at AppOrtho who has been part of the UNC Health Appalachian team for more than five years!

Kayla helps care for orthopedic patients by rooming patients, removing staples and sutures, applying and removing casts and splints, assisting with patient care, and supporting both patients and providers throughout their orthopedic journey.

“I initially fell in love with orthopedics while caring for joint replacement patients after surgery at Watauga Medical Center. That experience sparked my interest in orthopedic care and ultimately led me to where I am today,” Kayla said.

What she loves most about her work is the people she works alongside.

“I truly enjoy the close-knit environment and the relationships we have built as a team,” she said.

A Boone native, Kayla enjoys spending time with her blended family, which includes five girls and one boy. Outside of work, she loves camping, visiting Disney World, and, most recently, helping her boyfriend’s family with their BBQ food truck in Mountain City.

09/09/2026

We’re happy to announce that Dr. Rachel Reed, a graduate of our MAHEC Boone Rural Family Medicine Residency Program, has joined our Inpatient Physician Group. She will be seeing patients at Watauga Medical Center and Cannon Memorial Hospital. 🎉

09/08/2026

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Hannah Motes, who has joined the inpatient team at AppFamily. Please help us welcome her to the High Country. 🎉

09/04/2026

🇺🇸 We hope you have a safe and happy Labor Day Weekend from the Birthing Center at Watauga Medical Center - where every day is Labor Day. 👶

Our business offices, outpatient offices, and facilities will be closed Monday, September 7, in recognition of the holiday.

Watauga Medical Center, Cannon Memorial Hospital, and Appalachian Regional Behavioral Health Hospital are always open.

For a complete list of our offices and facilities that will be closed Monday, September 7, visit:

https://www.unchealthappalachian.org/patients-visitors/holiday-hours-closings/

09/03/2026

Football season is back! 🏈⛰️ Whether you’re firing up the grill or packing your favorite game-day snacks, don’t let food safety take a timeout.

From keeping foods at the right temperature to preventing cross-contamination, a few simple steps can help keep your tailgate fun and safe.

Before you head to the game, check out these food safety tips from Dr. William Scarpa for a winning tailgate spread!

Celebrate game day safely! Learn essential tailgate food safety tips to prevent food-borne illness, plus enjoy a hearty beef and mushroom chili recipe for fans.

09/02/2026

We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Caroline Bessey has joined the team at AppFamily and has started seeing patients there. Please help us welcome her to the High Country.

09/01/2026

We’re excited to announce that Kalista Tucker, PA-C is seeing patients at AppOrtho. Please help us welcome her! 🎉