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Biography: As a surgeon, I have been trained to help people by excising and repairing. However, as a surgical oncologist, the most important part of my job is to determine whether surgery will actually help someone. This is often a balance of risk and benefits, and is different for every person who has their own goals and risk tolerance. Surgery is often a crucial component of an attempt to cure many cancers; however, we are sometimes able to offer surgery to prolong life or improve quality of life, even in the absence of cure. \n I have wanted to be a surgeon for as long as I can remember. My father is a surgeon, which certainly helped inspire and guide my career as a surgical oncologist. I love surgical oncology because I get to build a long-term relationship with a patient. Each patient also may present his or her own unique presentation for which I can work with other oncologic specialties and the most recently published data to come up with a specific treatment plan. \n I have training in complex malignancies, offer minimally invasive/robotic surgery, and value open communication and joint decision-making with my patients. I attend multiple regional tumor boards each week and national conferences yearly. \n I graduated magna cum laude from Purdue University's honors program with Phi Beta Kappa honors. I moved on to Northwestern University in Chicago where I served as administrative chief general surgery resident during my general surgery training there. After completing specialty fellowship training at University of Tennessee, I traveled to Asheville with my wife and three children, where we can hike, and I can fly-fish.

Biography: Dr. Rohit Bhasin, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Huntersville, NC. He is 53 years old and has been practicing for 26 years. Dr. Rohit Bhasin, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Iyore James, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. She is 45 years old and has been practicing for 19 years. Dr. Iyore James, MD is affiliated with Novant Charlotte NC.

Biography: Dr. David Kulick, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Hendersonville, NC. He is 57 years old. Dr. David Kulick, MD is affiliated with AdventHealth Hendersonville.

Biography: Some college classes are forgettable; others stick with you forever. For me, it was a genetics course that captured my interest and ultimately influenced my career path. I loved understanding how our genes make each of us who we are and how they can influence our health. Getting an overview of genetics in that class inspired me to pursue cancer research, attend medical school and eventually specialize in cancer surgery. \n Just like our genes are all unique, I know every persons health is as well. I treat each patient as I want to be treated. That starts with actively listening to their concerns. It continues with carefully considering and explaining their treatment options so they can make well-informed decisions about their health. I value patient feedback as well as feedback from other providers. I am proud to have been recognized by my peers as one of Charlottes top surgical specialists. \n Outside of work, family time is my top priority. My wife and I have two sons. Together, we love learning about other cultures and traveling whenever we get a chance.

Biography: Dr. Lee Pederson, MD is an Oncology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 58 years old. Dr. Lee Pederson, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Bryan Blitstein, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Huntersville, NC. He is 57 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. Bryan Blitstein, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center.