UNC Health Appalachian
Pulmonology • Boone, NC
About
UNC Health Appalachian (Appalachian Regional Healthcare System) in Boone, NC, offers a comprehensive pulmonology, lung and chest services program as part of its UNC Health Appalachian network. The system includes three hospitals, numerous practices, and a dedicated health care foundation, with pulmonology and related services likely housed within its medical and specialty centers (e.g., heart and vascular center, sleep center, and related medical services). For exact pulmonology services, closest locations are in Boone and Linville, NC, with the HQ in Boone. If you need specific pulmonary conditions or treatment options, I can extract those from the site if you provide the exact page or request.
Clinic Type
Pulmonology
Address
336 Deerfield Road; Boone, NC 28607, US
Phone
8282624100
Melanie.Childers@unchealth.unc.edu
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
Lung cancer screening program eligibility started when?
UNC Health Appalachian launched a lung cancer screening program for patients who qualify in June 2017.
What is the age range for lung cancer screening candidates?
Patient must be between 55 – 77 years of age.
What smoking history criteria apply for LDCT eligibility?
Have smoked at least 20 pack years (1 pack-year=smoking one pack/20 cigarettes per day for 1 year) and current smoker or quit within the last 15 years.
What steps are required to refer a patient for lung cancer screening?
1. Download and Complete the Low Dose DCT Lung Screening referral form with their primary care provider, including a shared decision-making visit. 2. Ensure the form is faxed to the UNC Health Appalachian's Lung Nodule Navigator 3. Schedule a LDCT scan at a UNC Health Appalachian facility 4. Discuss results and follow up plan with UNC Health Appalachian's Lung Nodule Navigator
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- LocalityBiz: Mixed; ranges from 5/5 to 1/5 in individual reviews (N/A (Individual reviews available))
- Healthgrades (Dr. Kevin Wolfe): 4.0/5 (12)
- WebMD (Dr. Donald Graham): 4.5/5 (10)
- Vitals (Dr. Donald Graham): 3.3/5 (4)
Patients praise
- Doctors described as knowledgeable, thorough, and professional
- Positive bedside manner and compassionate care reported by some patients
- Effective explanation of medical conditions and procedures
Common complaints
- Difficulty scheduling appointments and long wait times for new patients
- Concerns about staff attitude and communication style
- Frustration with referral requirements and follow-up processes
"Dr Duron is simply amazing! His attention to your needs, knowledge, and overall patient care is excellent. His office staff is also amazing."
— LocalityBiz (Review of Dr. Garret Duron)"I have tried for months to get an appointment... I guess my case is too complicated for this practice."
— LocalityBiz (Review of AppPulmonology)"Very dismissive...poor communication....spent ten minutes with me as a new patient..never going back..."
— Vitals (Review of Dr. Donald Graham)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Kunal Jakharia Co-Authors Study Finding Increased Bacteria Infection in Patients with Chronic Lung Disease | Department of Medicine — May 20, 2026
- UNC Researchers Develop New Metric to Monitor Lung Health | Newsroom — Feb 2, 2026
- Two new rural residency programs approved and funded, strengthening WNC healthcare future | News | averyjournal.com — Feb 26, 2026
- UNC Pulmonary Hypertension Program Earns Reaccreditation Marking 13 Consecutive Years as Comprehensive Care Center | Department of Medicine — Jul 1, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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