Specialty: Obstetrics/Gynecology

Evans Obstetrics/Gynecology
Medical Office Building at Grace Hospital
2209 S. Sterling St., Suite 440
Morganton, NC 28655

Web Site: www.evansobgyn.com

Phone: 828-580-4200

Fax: 828-580-4209

Directions: From Interstate 40, take Exit 105, then turn right onto Highway 18 toward uptown Morganton. Turn right into Grace Hospital campus. Proceed up ramp to parking deck. The Medical Office Building is the tower to the right of the hospital. Office is located on the fourth floor, Suite 440.

Office Hrs: 8:30 to 5:00 Monday to Friday

Active Staff: Grace Hospital

Education:
Degree: MD - Year: 1997
Institution: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

Residencies/Internships/Fellowships
Specialty: Obstetrics/Gynecology
Institution: University of Virginia
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Type: Residency

Other Special Training or Certifications:

• “Special Excellence in Endoscopic Procedures” Award by the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, 2005.
  
• Member - American Assoc. of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
  
• Member - American College of Obstetricians/Gynecologists
  

Specific procedures approved to perform:

• Hysterectomy: all types of hysterectomy performed including total laparoscopic hysterectomy, vaginal hysterectomy, and laparascopic supracervical hysterectomy with an emphasis on minimally invasive surgical techniques.
  
• Urinary Incontinence Sling: Tension Free Vaginal Tape(TVT) Obturator Sling Procedure is a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure that requires only a 1cm incision in the vagina and most patients are able to go home without a urinary catheter.
  
• Operative Laparoscopy for Endometriosis, Infertility, or Pelvic Pain
  
• Endometrial Ablation: an outpatient procedure for abnormal uterine bleeding that is extremely safe and has a recovery time of 1-2 days.
• Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair: repairs of cystoceles, rectoceles, and other vaginal herniations with both abdominal and vaginal surgical repairs.
• Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation: minimally invasive outpatient procedure for permanent sterilization.
• Laparoscopic removal of ovarian cysts or masses: most surgeries for removal of ovarian cysts of masses can be done through the laparoscope requiring only 3-4 small incisions, each about 1cm.
• Treatment of Abnormal Pap Smears: evaluation and management of abnormal pap smears and cervical dysplasia including outpatient LEEP procedures.

Areas of special interest:

• Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery including laparoscopic hysterectomy
  
• Medical and surgical management of urinary incontinence
  
• Comprehensive Obstetric Care including High Risk Obstetrics
  
• Infertility Evaluation and Treatment
  
• Obstetric and Gynecologic Ultrasound
  
• Operative Laparoscopy
  
• Evaluation and Treatment of Abnormal Pap Smears
  
• Prevention of Cervical Cancer, abnormal pap smears, and genital warts with the Human Papilloma Virus(HPV) Vaccine
  

Current Research Interests:
Human Papilloma Virus, abnormal pap smears, and cervical dysplasia

Additional Information:

Dr. Evans is married to Amy Hemstreet Evans who is a family nurse practitioner and certified nurse midwife. They enjoy working together in the their office and spending time with their family which includes their daughter Ella, son Samuel, and dog Caney. Dr. Evans is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors with his family.

Contact for follow-up or questions:
Name: Dee Pendley
Phone: 580-4200