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Hurricane Helene Resources

Read the latest on all UNC Health clinic closures, open pharmacies, and other relief resources.

How to Get Virtual Care

Adult residents (ages 18+) of Western North Carolina can see a UNC Health primary care provider for mild symptoms without an appointment through UNC Health Virtual Care Now free of charge for those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Using your camera- and microphone-enabled phone, tablet or computer, you can access convenient, secure and flexible care when you need it. Patients can get in line for Virtual Care Now through My UNC Chart. If you do not have a My UNC Chart account, you can easily get one when you get in line. Virtual services are available 6 AM – 10 PM, 7 days per week.

Published on August 04, 2021

Shawn Hamm, DO, MPH, joins staff at Valdese Medical Associates

Michelle Sreter, MDShawn Hamm, DO, MPH, has joined the staff at Valdese Medical Associates. Dr. Hamm earned his medical degree from Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dothan, AL, and a Master's of Public Health from Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL.

He completed his family medicine residency at Ascension St. Vincent's Medical Center Riverside, Jacksonville, FL. Clinical interests include providing the full range of family medicine, women's health, public health,  and osteopathic manipulative therapy.

Call 828-874-7400 to make an appointment.

Valdese Medical Associates
730 Malcom Blvd., Suite 150
Rutherford College, NC

828-874-4600