Monkeypox

What is Monkeypox? Monkeypox is a rare disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus. This virus is in the same family of the virus that causes smallpox—although smallpox is more extreme. Contrary to popular belief, Monkeypox is not a new virus. It was discovered in 1958 when two outbreaks of a pox-like disease occurred…

Vaccine Awareness Month

August is National Immunization Awareness Month! Flu season is just around the corner, and because of the nature of COVID-19, it is more important than ever to get your flu vaccine this fall. The flu vaccine doesn’t prevent you from contracting COVID-19, and the COVID-19 vaccine doesn’t prevent you from contracting the flu—so, both vaccines…

The Importance of Cultural Competency in Psychology

Minority Mental Health Month   What is Cultural Competency The AHA (American Hospital Association) defines a culturally competent healthcare system as one that “acknowledges the importance of culture, incorporates the assessment of cross-cultural relations, recognizes the potential impact of cultural differences, expands cultural knowledge, and adapts services to meet culturally unique needs.” The first step…

Putting Care Before Multi-Specialty

Putting Care Before Multi-Specialty

 IN HIS BAG Dr. Wayne Beauford draws his inspiration as a physician from a historical family influence. Atop the near ceiling-height bookcase in the second-floor office overlooking the city he serves sits a special memento. Like a cover to an ancient text, it carries some dust. Its dents, scars, and bits of fraying leather serve as…

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Bethany Medical Welcomes Physician Assistant

BETHANY MEDICAL WELCOMES PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT TO SKEET CLUB LOCATION IN HIGH POINT Melissa Shelton, PA-C offers a full spectrum of primary care and related services and is currently accepting new patients at 1580 Skeet Club Rd. in High Point Bethany Medical is excited to welcome Physician Assistant Melissa Shelton to its team of 65 multi-specialty…

CELEBRATES NEW CLINIC

BETHANY MEDICAL CELEBRATES NEW CLINIC

BETHANY MEDICAL CELEBRATES NEW CLINIC ON SOUTH MAIN IN HIGH POINT/ARCHDALE  Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Celebrating the Opening of Our New Office Now Offering Primary Care, Urgent Care and Specialty Care Services Bethany Medical and its team of 65 multi-specialty providers are excited to announce the opening of its newest location at 2805…