John Bostwick Interim Chief Financial Officer | Frye Regional Medical Center
John Bostwick Interim Chief Financial Officer | Frye Regional Medical Center
FryeCare Physicians Network has announced the addition of Lauren Ward, FNP-C, ACNPC-AG, to its medical team at FryeCare Lung Center in Hickory, North Carolina. The center is located at 415 N Center St. Suite 102. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 828-322-2005 or visiting FryeCarePhysicians.com.
Ward will provide primary care services to patients of all ages, including children, teens, and adults. Her expertise includes treating conditions such as asthma, chronic cough, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), sleep apnea, pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung disease, and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
“Every detail a patient shares is important,” Ward emphasized. “Listening attentively is a core principle in providing holistic care. Each patient interaction should be approached with empathy, respect, and a commitment to provide the best possible care.”
Ward's educational background includes a medical degree from the University of South Alabama in Mobile and a bachelor's degree in nursing from Bellarmine University in Louisville.
“I am excited to join Dr. Lakshmi Kallur and the rest of the team at FryeCare Lung Center,” Ward expressed. “Prior to settling in Hickory, I traveled for several years working in healthcare. I am grateful to find a home with FryeCare Lung Center and look forward to embracing this opportunity and the community.”