Morganton Internal Medicine | UNC Health Blue Ridge
Internal Medicine • Morganton, NC
About
UNC Health Blue Ridge is a nonprofit healthcare system based in Morganton, NC, serving western North Carolina. It operates about 50 locations in a three-county region, including one hospital with two locations, a wellness center, and a continuing care retirement community. The system employs around 243 people and collaborates with roughly 120 primary care physicians and specialists through the Blue Ridge Medical Group. It provides graduate medical education and joined the UNC Health family on Oct 1, 2021. For Morganton Internal Medicine, this suggests access to UNC Health Blue Ridge’s adult medicine services through their Morganton facilities and affiliated physicians, with contact options available via their main lines and local offices. Key contact: 800-821-1535 or 828-580-5000. Address: 2201 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC 28655 (HQ).
Clinic Type
Internal Medicine
Address
607 East Parker Road, Morganton, NC 28655
Phone
828-433-0225
Morgan.Deal@unchealth.unc.edu
Opening Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
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Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What services does Morganton Internal Medicine offer?
Includes health and wellness for men and women, full-service laboratory, preventive exams, Medicare annual wellness visits, same-day appointments, chronic disease management, Coumadin therapy management, minor cryotherapy/skin tag removal, EKG, 24-hour Holter monitor, and event monitor.
Business Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (typical)
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- UNC Health Official Site: 4.9/5 (284)
- UNC Health Blue Ridge (Dr. David Abernathy): 4.8/5 (422)
- Vitals.com (Dr. Carolyn Gordon): 4.5/5 (4)
- WebMD Care (Dr. Sherri Williams): 5.0/5 (6)
- WebMD Care (Dr. Carolyn Gordon): 5.0/5 (5)
Patients praise
- Physicians are perceived as knowledgeable, thorough, and attentive listeners
- Friendly and professional medical and nursing staff in many instances
- Clear communication of medical conditions and treatments
- Responsive follow-up and timely care for some patients
Common complaints
- Rudeness or poor attitude from administrative/front desk staff
- Difficulty in scheduling appointments
"I have nothing but accolades to give the Doctors and Staff of Morganton Internal Medicine. The doctors are cordial and deeply concerned about the health and well being of their patients."
— LocalityBiz review"Dr. Abernathy is, in my opinion, the best doctor in our area. I've seen him for years and hold him In the highest regard. My only concern Is his eventual retirement. He is irreplaceable."
— UNC Health Blue Ridge patient review"I called this morning to ask about something for my dexcom the receptionist was very rude didn’t even give me a chance to speak she answered the phone with a terrible attitude problem I didn’t appreciate it at all..."
— LocalityBiz reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Eliza N. Sangmuah, MD - Internal Medicine Physician in Morganton, NC — May 14, 2026
- Dr. April Cotton, MD, Family Physician | Morganton, NC | WebMD — Aug 8, 2025
- UNC Health Blue Ridge physician elected to state board — Jan 22, 2026
- UNC Health Blue Ridge physicians earn prestigious recognitions | Community News | The Paper — Dec 27, 2025
- NC Healthcare Association honors Dr. Gandhari Loomis | News | The Paper — Jul 31, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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