When youre away from the operating room, Western North Carolina becomes your playground: ️ Blue Ridge Mountain views and year-round outdoor recreation Boating, fishing, swimming, and paddling at Lake James Hiking and exploring Pisgah National Forest Adventures in Linville Gorge, known as the Grand Canyon of the East Waterfalls, mountain streams, and miles of trails at South Mountains State Park Mountain biking, cycling, camping, and hiking Local wineries, breweries, restaurants, and shops Arts, live music, festivals, and community events A welcoming community with the space and pace to build a life outside of medicine With Asheville and the Charlotte region within driving distance, you can enjoy mountain living while remaining connected to the amenities of larger cities. Highlights include: Opportunity to build and grow a comprehensive vascular surgery program Established referral network spanning Burke, Caldwell, and McDowell counties Broad practice incorporating open and endovascular vascular surgery Balanced mix of surgery, procedures, inpatient consultations, and outpatient care Dedicated OR time Modern surgical suites and advanced imaging capabilities Experienced clinical support staff Strong alignment with primary care, cardiology, and other specialty services Hospital-employed position within a supportive, community-focused system For the right surgeon, this is an opportunity to create something meaningful while developing a practice that reflects your clinical interests and expertise.