Lechner, Minkin, and Thornburg included in annual “Top Doctors” report

“North Carolina’s most respected doctors in 56 specialties are presented in this annual report. Those cited were selected by their peers with the goal of saluting the state’s leading medical practitioners.” – North Carolina’s Top Doctors

Dr. Chris Lechner Alone: A Swimmer’s Journey

 Dr. Chris Lechner is a 56-year-old American hand surgeon, standup paddler and open water swimmer from Asheville, North Carolina. He has paddled solo 277 miles (446 km) along the French Broad River in North Carolina and attempted a solo, non-escorted 80-mile (128.7 km) open water swim across Lake Michigan with only a paddleboard, IOLITE … Continue reading Dr. Chris Lechner Alone: A Swimmer’s Journey

Young woman regains use of her right hand with reconstructive hand surgery

Katylyn is a 19-year-old female who was involved in a car accident which resulted in the traumatic amputation of her left index finger. She also had numerous glass shards in her hand. She had emergency surgery which left her with an unsightly index finger amputation stump. After discussion with the patient and her family members, … Continue reading Young woman regains use of her right hand with reconstructive hand surgery