Kent Wehmeier, MD

Problem-solving and science have always been passions of mine. I love medicine because it allows me to apply these passions in a direct and personal way to help patients lead healthier lives. Figuring out why someone is not feeling well and making a plan to resolve that concern energizes me. That starts with listening to my patients and asking for their input before recommending a course of treatment. \n I think the best medical care is the result of teamwork. That team should include not just the provider and the patient, but also family and friends who can provide support through any needed treatment or the encouragement to stay as healthy as possible. It should also include other members of the care team as needed to research questions, gather information or enlist the help of specialists. \n Outside of work, you can often find me with my wonderful wife. Together, we have one adult daughter and one fur baby. I am originally from Virginia, but I have made North Carolina my home. I take advantage of the normally great Carolina weather by taking long exercise walks while listening to audiobooks.

Being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at just 15 months old shaped much of my childhood and rooted my passion for medicine. Growing up in Key West, Florida, I had limited access to specialized care, so we frequently made the four-hour drive to Miami for my diabetes appointments. \n This experience sparked my curiosity about my disease and the medical field as a whole. Eventually, that curiosity led me to medical school. I realized my personal experience with chronic illness gave me a unique ability to empathize with patients facing their own health challenges. Internal medicine is the perfect specialty for me. It allows for long-term relationships with patients and the opportunity to solve complex, puzzling cases and a broad range of conditions. \n Collaboration, trust and understanding are qualities I strive for in every patient relationship. I focus on understanding the whole person, not just their medical conditions. I believe that when patients feel heard and valued, it is so much easier to work together to achieve their health goals. \n Away from the office, family and health are my top priorities. My husband, Jake, and I have twin boys, Ryder and Griffin. We love spending time outdoors together - at the beach, on a hike in the mountains, or during pool and boat days with family and friends. We also love exploring new restaurants in the Lake Norman area. When I get time alone, I love running, cycling, cooking and gardening. I make it a priority to balance work and personal life, so I can stay energized and focused on providing the best care to my patients.

Being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at just 15 months old shaped much of my childhood and rooted my passion for medicine. Growing up in Key West, Florida, I had limited access to specialized care, so we frequently made the four-hour drive to Miami for my diabetes appointments. \n This experience sparked my curiosity about my disease and the medical field as a whole. Eventually, that curiosity led me to medical school. I realized my personal experience with chronic illness gave me a unique ability to empathize with patients facing their own health challenges. Internal medicine is the perfect specialty for me. It allows for long-term relationships with patients and the opportunity to solve complex, puzzling cases and a broad range of conditions. \n Collaboration, trust and understanding are qualities I strive for in every patient relationship. I focus on understanding the whole person, not just their medical conditions. I believe that when patients feel heard and valued, it is so much easier to work together to achieve their health goals. \n Away from the office, family and health are my top priorities. My husband, Jake, and I have twin boys, Ryder and Griffin. We love spending time outdoors together - at the beach, on a hike in the mountains, or during pool and boat days with family and friends. We also love exploring new restaurants in the Lake Norman area. When I get time alone, I love running, cycling, cooking and gardening. I make it a priority to balance work and personal life, so I can stay energized and focused on providing the best care to my patients.