MAHEC Family Medicine provides comprehensive, full-spectrum care for all ages, newborn to adults, including Geriatrics. We focus on delivering high quality and thoughtful medical care to patients through a comprehensive approach using evidence-based medicine and decision-making. We strive for a team-based approach and put the patient first. Our comprehensive approach provides care for short and long term (chronic) illnesses, acute issues, and age based preventive care.
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Julia Bielanin, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Dr. Julia Bielanin (also known as Dr. B) is a physician who focuses on keeping you healthy and thriving. She incorporates lifestyle medicine into her practice, empowering patients to make healthy choices that support long-term well-being. Dr. Bielanin recognizes the connection between mind and body, and she provides compassionate mental health care as part of her comprehensive approach. She is a strong advocate for preventative medicine, working with you to identify and address potential health risks. Dr. Bielanin believes that healthcare should be a collaborative process, prioritizing shared decision-making with her patients. She is eager to get to know you and your family, understanding what matters most to you in order to guide your personalized care.
Aya Abou-Jaoude, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:University of Massachusetts Medical School
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program
Dr. Abou-Jaoude (Dr. A-J) is a family medicine resident physician who is dedicated to delivering compassionate and comprehensive care to individuals and families across the lifespan. Her clinical interests include reproductive health, newborn care, adolescent medicine, geriatrics, and caring for Spanish-speaking patients. Dr. A-J is passionate about empowering patients through education and shared decision-making, grounded in a commitment to addressing the broader social and structural factors that impact well-being.
Susan Alexander, MDPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Faculty Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Susan Alexander, MD, is a family physician at the Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) in Asheville. She is board-certified in Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. She is a clinical assistant professor with the University of North Carolina School of Medicine.
Dr. Alexander practices full-scope family medicine at the MAHEC Family Health Center at Enka/Candler. She provides primary care for newborns, children, and adults, and she provides pregnancy care. Dr. Alexander also provides inpatient care at Mission Hospital, including some obstetrics and deliveries. She also offers a wide array of in-office procedures. Additionally, Dr. Alexander provides office-based opioid medication-assisted treatment services. She speaks Spanish, and interpreter services are available as needed.
Dr. Alexander completed her undergraduate education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, medical school at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, and her family medicine residency at MAHEC in Asheville.
Brian Atkinson, MD, CAQSM, DipACLMPronouns: he/him/his
Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship Assistant Program Director, Core Faculty
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Dr. Brian Atkinson brings specialized expertise in family medicine, lifestyle medicine, and sports medicine to his practice. With a focus on musculoskeletal injuries and preventive care for active individuals, he works closely with his patients to develop personalized treatment and recovery plans. Dr. Atkinson is particularly passionate about helping patients of all ages maintain wellness, mobility, and function throughout their lives. He is also team physician for UNC Asheville Athletics, Warren Wilson College Athletics, and medical director for multiple road and trail running races. He takes pride in educating his patients on the importance of physical activity, nutrition, and overall well-being as part of a comprehensive approach to health.
Nathan “Nate” Baumgarten, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Dr. Nate Baumgarten has a passion for patient-centered healthcare. His patients mean a great deal to him, and he finds great meaning in helping them succeed in achieving their healthcare goals. He is diligent with the work performed in and outside of clinic. To Dr. “B”, the small details are what matter and are what ultimately help form a strong physician patient relationship. He enjoys seeing both adults and children, men and women in the clinic. He is an Asheville native, proud to call this wonderful area home again.
A. Jackson Carr, MDPronouns: he/him/his
Family Medicine Resident Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: The Brody School of Medicine at ECU
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Dr. Carr is a Family Medicine Resident who started his Residency in the summer of 2024. His interests include preventative care, multi-generational care, POCUS, and practice management. He is committed to improving the health and wellness of his patients through shared decision-making and continuity of care. Dr. Carr is always happy to talk about exercise and diet changes you can implement in your daily life.
Sandra Clark, MD, MPH
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Lindsey Clemson, DO
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Lindsey Clemson is a family medicine resident physician with a passion for preventative care and building strong relationships with her patients. She has a particular interest in sports medicine and adolescent health. Dr. Clemson’s top priority is making clinic visits a safe space for patients to feel seen and heard. She utilizes empathy and clear explanations in order to provide patient education and pursue shared decision making.
Graham Custar, MDPronouns: he/him/his
Medical Director, Family Medicine
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: University of Colorado School of Medicine
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program (Chief Resident)
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Graham Custar is a primary care physician who sees patients of all ages. His interests include comprehensive primary care, substance use disorders, weight management, integrative medicine, value-based care, and health technology. He promotes team-based, patient-centered care to build fulfilling, long-term relationships to optimize patient experience and health outcomes. He is passionate about advocating for his patients, and he sees his role as promoting and supporting their health needs in ways that best fit their values and preferences.
Kaitlyn Eckert, DO
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Fellowship: MAHEC Addiction Medicine Fellowship
Nicole Evans, DOPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Faculty Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences of the Pacific
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Nicole Evans is a devoted family physician with over 10 years of experience of providing full spectrum primary care within the MAHEC organization. Dr. Evans enjoys the opportunity at MAHEC to care for patients of all ages and backgrounds, often caring for multiple generations within the same family, including newborn, prenatal and geriatric care. Some of her clinical interests consist of women’s health, dermatology procedures and osteopathic manipulative medicine.
E. Blake Fagan, MDPronouns: he/him/his
Clinical Director of Substance Use Disorders at MAHEC
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Board Certification: Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine
Dr. Fagan is the Clinical Director of Substance Use Disorder Initiatives, a family physician at MAHEC in Asheville, NC, and a Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He has 26 years of experience as a physician, 23 years of experience teaching medical residents and residents, and 11 years of experience treating opioid use disorder and chronic and acute pain in the primary care setting. He enjoys seeing children, adolescents, adults, and pregnant and parenting patients. He performs a variety of procedures including circumcisions, IUD placement and removal, contraceptive implant, endometrial biopsy, cryotherapy, incision and drainage of abscesses, and steroid injections of joints.
Carriedelle Fusco, MSN, FNP-BCPronouns: she/her/hers
Nurse Practitioner
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Carriedelle Wilson Fusco, MSN, FNP-BC, holds a master’s degree in nursing from Vanderbilt University and is board certified as a family nurse practitioner. Carriedelle joined the MAHEC Family Medicine Residency program in Asheville in 2012 and works with an interdisciplinary team to care for patients with chronic pain on chronic opioid therapy and patients struggling with opioid addiction and other substance use disorders. She also teaches medical, nursing, and pharmacy students; medical residents; other learners; and community providers in the management of chronic pain and substance use disorders. Carriedelle is the co-medical director for office-based opioid treatment services at MAHEC Family Health Centers.
Josh Gettinger, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Amy Golinker, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program
Kontia Grant, MSN, FNP-BCPronouns: she/her/hers
Nurse Practitioner
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Undergraduate: Queens University of Charlotte, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Graduate Studies: Western Carolina University (WCU)
Kontia is a dedicated, compassionate FNP with a passion for preventative healthcare. With over 9 years of experience in both Family Health and Skilled Nursing Facility settings, she emphasizes a holistic, patient-centered approach to care. Her interests include family health, chronic disease management and mental health. She has a special interest in mental health and has a BS in Psychology. Kontia works closely with her patients and the interdisciplinary team to develop and reach patient centered goals. She was the recipient of the 2015 WCU Nurse Practitioner of the Year Award and is passionate about helping patients/families take an active role in meeting their healthcare needs.
Morgan Ferone Greenwood, MD, MPHPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Resident Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine
Master of Public Health: Gillings School of Global Public Health at UNC Chapel Hill
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Dr. Greenwood is proud to be a Family Medicine resident physician at MAHEC. She is passionate about providing patient-centered and evidence-based care to persons at every stage of life (from newborns to older adults and everyone in between). She is especially interested preventative care, pediatric and adolescent medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and reproductive health. She provides a variety of in-office procedures. Dr. Greenwood celebrates the fact that every person is unique and looks forward to being your partner on your unique health journey.
Melissa Hicks, MDFaculty Physician
Assistant Director, Transitional Year Residency Program
35 years experience in Primary Care and OB
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Areas of special interest include the full scope of family medical care, including caring for women during pregnancy and childbirth, along with the family.
Steve Hulkower, MDPronouns: he/him/his
Family Medicine Faculty Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, PA
Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program, Philadelphia, PA
Board Certification: Family Medicine
Dr. Stephen Hulkower is a board-certified Family Physician with decades of experience providing full-spectrum primary care to the WNC community, including acute and chronic care in hospital and office settings, office procedures, and Sports Medicine. His work in rural and underserved settings—such as Native American reservations in Arizona and North Carolina, and in Honduras and Haiti—highlights his commitment to improving access to healthcare for all. The majority of his career has featured his role as a teacher and mentor in the MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program, training the next generations of physicians for WNC.
Melissa Jenkins Soares, DOPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Resident Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Dr. Jenkins Soares is a dedicated family medicine resident physician with a strong passion for lifestyle and preventative medicine. She is committed to helping her patients actively engage in their healthcare journeys, providing them with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions about their health. Her approach is rooted in collaboration; she values the importance of working together with patients to develop personalized care plans that reflect their unique needs and goals. Dr. Jenkins Soares is excited to contribute to the health and well-being of her community through comprehensive, compassionate, and collaborative healthcare.
Emilia Kaslow-Zieve, MDPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Resident Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Dr. Emilia Kaslow-Zieve is a resident family physician committed to providing holistic care to individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Her specific clinical interests include reproductive health, lifestyle and preventive medicine, and healthy aging. She values open communication to facilitate informed decision-making, and she aims to create personalized care plans that address both immediate health needs and long-term goals. Recognizing the impact of social determinants on health, Dr. Kaslow-Zieve also strives to acknowledge these factors, connect patients to resources, and provide a comprehensive approach to care.
Katherine Kiley, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:Medical University of South Carolina
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Dr. Kiley is a family medicine resident with a friendly, open approach to care. She values honest communication and believes strong, lasting relationships are the foundation of good medicine. With a love for preventive care and sports medicine, Dr. Kiley is passionate about helping patients stay healthy, active, and strong at every stage of life. She finds the most rewarding part of her work to be the connections she builds with her patients and the opportunity to support them in reaching their health goals.
Jordan “Joe” King, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:Florida State University College of Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program
Dr. King is a family medicine resident with a focus on intentionally inclusive healthcare. He is especially passionate about LGBTQ+ health. Dr. King is an advocate for access to welcoming and gender-affirming care. His philosophy holds that medicine is inherently integrative. His approach to medicine centers mental wellness. He is a strong believer in the interconnectivity of mental and physical health. Dr. King chose Family Medicine because he believes in the power of continuity and full-spectrum care, from pediatrics to geriatrics.
Cicely Krebill, MDPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Resident Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Dr. Cicely Krebill is a family medicine resident physician with a strong passion for full-spectrum care. She enjoys taking care of all members in the family. Her specific passions include obstetric, reproductive healthcare, and in-office procedures. She is committed to collaborating with her patients to create patient-centered treatments informed by evidence-based medicine. She believes in building a strong relationship and fostering open communication with her patients.
Lisa LaVallee, MDPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Faculty Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine
Residency: Oregon Health Sciences University Family Medicine Residency Program
Board Certification: Board Certified Family Physician
At the completion of her residency, Dr. LaVallee joined a private practice in Portland Oregon where she practiced full spectrum family medicine including inpatient pediatric, internal medicine and obstetrics for five years. She subsequently began her career in academic medicine at MAHEC Family Medicine Residency program in Asheville, North Carolina. She developed an expertise in osteoporosis. In 2004 she began serving as Assistant Program Director. In 2015 she became Residency Program Director. She has successfully trained residents for rural practice and retained graduates in Western North Carolina. To meet the needs of the region she expanded residency training to include training in addiction medicine, treatment of hepatitis C, gender affirming care and care of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She believes that healthcare is a human right and should be equally available to all. She believes that fostering a nurturing educational environment is the cornerstone in producing the most successful residents.
Marina MacNamara, MD, MPHPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Faculty Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Marina MacNamara is a dedicated family physician who enjoys providing care to folks at all stages of life, including newborn, pediatric, and prenatal care. With experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings, she emphasizes a patient-centered approach to care, aiming to empower her patients to take charge of their health. Her interests include maternal and child health, complex medical needs, and mental health integration in primary care.
Boone Marois, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
William McLean, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Jessica McSurdy, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Nichole Moore, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:Tufts University School of Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Hannah Motes, DO
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Dr. Hannah Motes is a family medicine resident physician with a passion for serving a diverse patient population and full-spectrum medical care. She has a strong interest in prenatal, obstetric, and reproductive care, clinical and hospital procedures, She takes a balance approach to patient care, and strives to have patients engage in collaborative decisions regarding their health.
Sarah Beth Neal, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Fellowship: MAHEC Addiction Medicine Fellowship
Dr. Sarah Neal is a physician devoted to providing comprehensive care centered on active, empathetic listening; patient-centered decision-making; and evidence-based medicine. She has a special interest in addiction medicine and seeks to provide medication-assisted treatment to those in our community struggling with substance use disorder. She aims to provide a safe space for all of her patients where they can work together to achieve their health goals.
Rathika Nimalendran, MDPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Faculty Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons
Residency: UNC-Chapel Hill Family Medicine Residency Program
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Nimalendran is a dedicated family medicine physician who provides care to all ages, including prenatal care and children. Dr. Nimalendran enjoys the breadth of family medicine, including acute illness, preventative healthcare, and chronic disease management. Additionally, she has a strong interest in reproductive healthcare, gender-affirming care, substance use disorder treatment, breastfeeding medicine, and health of the underserved. Dr. Nimalendran strives to develop relationships with her patients and utilize her expertise to collaborate with them on their health and wellness goals.
Chad Owens, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Bahtya Peterson, DO
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program
Dr. Bahtya Peterson is passionate about patient-centered care with a focus on lifestyle, culinary, and integrative medicine. Her academic and clinical interests include chronic disease management, mental health, and empowering patients through sustainable wellness strategies. She believes in treating the whole person and integrating evidence-based approaches to support long-term health.
Outside of work, Dr. Peterson finds balance and joy through time in nature, hiking, swimming, and being with friends and family. She is committed to helping patients build healthier lives through compassionate, personalized care.
Rebecca Putnam, MDPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Faculty Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: University of Colorado School of Medicine
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Putnam is a dedicated family medicine physician who loves providing evidence-informed care to people in all stages of life. She believes healthcare is a human right and loves working at MAHEC because it is a place where we strive to provide all patients with the healthcare they deserve. Her clinical interests include whole person care for adults with intellectual disabilities, women’s health, and preventive care including vaccination.
Justin Riederer, MDPronouns: he/him/his
Family Practice Physician Faculty - Special Projects
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Board Certification: Board Certified Family Physician
Dr. Riederer is a family physician passionate about providing patient care in the clinic and hospital to infants, children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly in Western North Carolina. His particular clinical interests include substance use disorders, hepatitis C treatment, lifestyle medicine, and preventative medicine. He strives to ensure that all patients, including the most marginalized communities, feel safe, respected, and heard as they seek healthcare. In addition to providing patient care, Dr. Riederer is an educator of future physicians through the UNC School of Medicine, and resident physicians at the MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program.
LeAnne M. Roberts, MSN, APRN, FNP-CPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Nurse Practitioner
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Nurse Practitioner Program: Purdue Global
Board Certification: American Association of Nurse Practitioners
LeAnne Roberts is a family nurse practitioner who believes in focusing on the whole person when caring for her patients. She is passionate about understanding the needs and preferences of each individual and tailoring patient-centered care to meet those needs. Building relationships in healthcare is important to LeAnne. Her experience includes managing and setting goals to improve chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and obesity to name a few. LeAnne's special interests include working closely with families from visit to visit to achieve their health goals emphasizing wellness, managing chronic diseases, and providing care and support through illness.
Stephanie Rosener, MD, IBCLC, FAAFPPronouns: she/her/hers
Chair, Department of Family Medicine
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Residency: United Family Medicine Residency Program
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM), International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE)
Stephanie E. Rosener, MD, IBCLC, is an experienced family physician who cares for patients of all ages. She has a special interest in the care of women and children, including pregnancy care, and enjoys partnering with each patient to achieve optimal health. In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Rosener is an active teacher, researcher, author, and national expert on preventing prematurity—improving birth outcomes and developing innovative family medicine residency programs. Dr. Rosener is deeply committed to improving health and access to healthcare for all members of the community.
Amy Russell, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Michaela Schreyer, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: University of Virginia School of Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
I enjoy taking care of patients and their families at all stages of life. I have a particular interest in caring for the geriatric population and helping patients and their loved ones make decisions about care at the end of their lives with a focus on preserving quality of life. Most importantly, my goal is to meet patients where they are in their health and personal journeys and partner with them to reach their goals and promote change in their lives.
Afreen A. Siddiqui, MD Pronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Resident Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: University at Buffalo - Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Residency Program: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Dr. Siddiqui is a compassionate physician dedicated to providing equitable, inclusive care to marginalized populations, including Native American, correctional, and LGBTQIA+ communities. She has special interests in perinatal mental health and reproductive justice, supporting individuals and families through critical life transitions. Dr. Siddiqui values deep listening, cultural humility, and trust-building in her clinical approach. She is passionate about caring for patients across generations—from newborns and children to adolescents and their caregivers.
Matthew Simpson, MD, MPHPronouns: he/him/his
Family Medicine Faculty Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Dr. Simpson is a family physician who specializes in comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. He has specific clinical interest in providing care to patients with substance use disorders, delivering gender-affirming care to transgender and gender-diverse patients, and caring for Spanish-speaking patients. He also has a strong passion for research to improve the quality and effectiveness of health services.
Ashley Smith, MD, MPHPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Resident Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: The University of California, Davis
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Dr. Ashley Smith is dedicated to whole-person care. She believes that each patient knows their body better than any physician could and likes to bring out "the doctor within." She likes to work collaboratively with her patients to build a healthier future one day at a time. Prior to becoming a physician, Dr. Smith worked in adolescent women's research studying menstruation. She also was a yoga teacher for over seven years.
Jordan Soupiset, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program
Elizabeth “Liz” Strauss, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:Eastern Virginia Medical School of the Medical College of Hampton Roads
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Liz Strauss is passionate about lifestyle and integrative medicine, with a strong foundation in preventive care. She studied public health in college and brings a holistic approach to patient care. Before entering medicine, Liz worked as a certified personal trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine, which continues to shape her interest in physical activity and wellness as tools for health. She enjoys partnering with patients to make sustainable, individualized changes that support long-term wellbeing and is committed to blending evidence-based medical care with practical, lifestyle-focused strategies.
Marcia Thacher, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program (current)
Genevieve Verrastro, MD, FAAPPronouns: she/her/hers
Faculty Physician – Substance Use Educator, MAHEC
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: University of Massachusetts Medical School
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Fellowship: MAHEC Addiction Medicine Fellowship
Board Certification: Fellow of the American Board of Family Practice and Board Certified in Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Preventative Medicine
Dr. Verrastro is passionate about care of the underserved. She is a certified Addiction Medicine specialist with interests in Opiate Use Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorder. She is a founding provider in the MAHEC Gender Affirming Care clinic serving the gender diverse patients of the region and provides primary care for people living with HIV and PreP for HIV prevention.
Jan Westphal, MDPronouns: she/her/hers
Family Medicine Faculty Physician
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School: The Ohio State University College of Medicine
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Jan Westphal is a dedicated family physician with over 10 years of experience. She is passionate about providing comprehensive, patient-centered care, focusing on building strong relationships with her patients. Her interests include chronic disease management, women's health, and mental health integration in primary care. Dr. Westphal is committed to meeting patients where they are and creating a safe and supportive environment where they feel heard and understood. She believes in empowering patients to take an active role in their healthcare through shared decision-making and lifestyle modifications. She is also passionate about educating the next generation of family physicians and serves as the Assistant Program Director for the MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program.
Suzie Willis, APRN, MSN, FNPPronouns: she/her/hers
Nurse Practitioner
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Nurse Practitioner Program: University of Southwest Florida
Board Certification: American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Suzie is a family nurse practitioner who enjoys providing care to her patients as individuals while serving members of our community. She is committed to providing patient-centered care to optimize health and well-being. She takes pride in a comprehensive approach to promoting wellness through shared decision-making. She is passionate about health promotion, disease prevention, and lifestyle modification with the goal of empowering patients to take charge of their health and well-being.
Elizabeth “Betsy” Wright, DO
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Residency: MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program
Fellowship: MAHEC Addiction Medicine Fellowship
Trenton Younts, MD
MAHEC Family Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 257-4730
Medical School:Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Residency Program: MAHEC Family Medicine Residency Program
Dr. Trent Younts is a resident physician dedicated to providing wholistic care to all populations, including rural and underserved. His clinical interests include preventative medicine, management of chronic conditions, and a focus on all aspects of wellness including physical, mental, and emotional well-being. He also has interest in hospital medicine and appreciates the opportunity MAHEC provides to care for clinic patients in the hospital as well. Outside of clinic enjoys spending time in the beautiful mountains of Western NC.