Health + Wellness News in Wilmington, NC

Doctors + Medical

New in town? Here's how Wilmington residents find the right doctors

From primary care physicians and specialists to health care systems and insurance considerations, here's what newcomers should know about finding medical care in the Wilmington area.... Read More

Jul 9, 2026 • Jenna Dolch

Health Care News

UNC Health plans new Wilmington hospital as region continues to grow

The proposed hospital would bring additional healthcare capacity, pending state approval.... Read More

Jul 6, 2026 • Jenna Dolch

Health Care News

Competing Hospitals to Arrive

North Carolina officials have given Columbus Regional Healthcare System conditional approval to build a 30-bed hospital just miles from Novant Health’s proposed 20-bed hospital in Leland, according to the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services.... Read More

Apr 1, 2026 • Cierra Noffke

Doctors + Medical

Area Physician Groups & Southeastern NC Hospitals

Here are directories of list of local doctor offices and area hospitals, according to info from voluntary surveys compiled in late 2024.... Read More

Aug 13, 2025 • Staff Reports

Wellness Resources

Giving Back to Health Needs

Area donors uplift Wilmington's health care system... Read More

Aug 7, 2025 • Beth A. Klahre

Doctors + Medical

Dermatology practice leases first floor of new Wilmington office building

Waccamaw Dermatology, one of the largest physician-owned dermatology practices in the Carolinas, is opening an office in Wilmington.... Read More

Nov 14, 2024 • Staff Reports

Doctors + Medical

Dosher hospital’s growth plan

Dosher Memorial Hospital is currently undergoing significant expansion and renovation to ensure it can continue to meet the needs of the county’s burgeoning population.... Read More

Jun 20, 2024 • Lynda Van Kuren

Wellness Resources

Health updates in the Port City

A roundup of recent health and medical news in the region includes the opening of the Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic as well as advancements in surgical procedures from area providers.... Read More

Jun 20, 2024 • Staff Reports