Leighanne Dorton, MD - Charlotte Eye Ear Nose & Throat Associates, P.A.

I have always been a caring and nurturing person; that made medicine the perfect career for me. After spending time as a registered nurse, I went back to school to become a family nurse practitioner (FNP) so I could touch the lives of others in positive ways. As an FNP, I am fortunate to be able to care for people across the lifespan. I especially enjoy caring for whole families as they grow older. \n My approach to healthcare is patient-centered and based on scientific evidence. I want to help people live the healthiest life possible. This means preventing illness when we can and using appropriate screenings to catch concerns early. For patients living with chronic conditions, I want to help them control those illnesses, minimizing symptoms and complications whenever possible. \n I met my husband while we were in college, and together we have a dog and a cat. I am one of six siblings, and I love spending time with my big family! When I am not working or spending time with family and friends, I love going to the gym or the beach, hiking, reading, board games and crafting.

The Rowan Regional Medical Park specializes in outpatient surgical services. The hospital is a part of the Rowan Regional Medical Center, which is a private, nonprofit and 250-plus-bed facility that offers a variety of health care services. Established in 1936, the hospital maintains a 24-hour emergency department and hospice care unit. It is accredited by The Joint Commission. The Rowan Regional Medical Center specializes in the areas of oncology and psychiatry. The hospital also offers treatment services for diabetes, respiratory diseases, and women s and children s health problems. It operates stroke, cardiac rehabilitation and sleep medicine centers. The Rowan Regional Medical Center offers pain care, medication management and counseling services. The center also conducts pulmonary functioning tests.