Carrie Vance, FNP

I always wanted a career in medicine and started as an RN in acute care oncology. I loved connecting with patients and making an impact on their lives. \n After 11 years in oncology, I had the opportunity to specialize as a gastrointestinal (GI) cancer nurse navigator and work closely with the surgical team. I was instantly hooked and fascinated by the GI system and the surgical interventions used to address GI issues. I pursued my acute care nurse practitioner degree and knew I wanted to continue focusing on the GI system and surgery. \n My approach to healthcare has always been to treat the person - not just the problem. Each patient is an individual with needs and goals. It is my job to collaborate with each patient and help create a treatment plan that not only delivers excellent outcomes, but targets what my patient feels is important in their healthcare. \n I am board-certified in acute care for the adult and geriatric populations and certified as a surgical first assistant, meaning I have specialty training that allows me to assist in the operating room. \n Today, I have two decades of experience as an acute care RN and nurse practitioner with a focus on acute care oncology, gastrointestinal malignancy and colorectal surgery. \n I am proud to have been born and raised in the Asheville, North Carolina, area. I have a wonderful husband and an amazing son who plays competitive baseball. So, we spend lots of time on the baseball field. When I'm not working or on the ball field, I enjoy being outdoors, hiking and spending time with friends. As a family, we love to travel and explore new places.

Allergy Partners of Western North Carolina, located in Arden, NC, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of allergies and related conditions. Their services include allergy shots, biologics, food allergy risk reduction, and various testing methods to ensure comprehensive care for patients of all ages. The clinic addresses numerous conditions such as asthma, environmental allergies, and skin allergies, providing tailored treatment plans to improve patients' quality of life. With a focus on patient education and support, Allergy Partners aims to empower individuals in managing their allergies effectively. Generated from the website

I've always loved helping people. Growing up, I went on several mission trips and wanted to be able to help people medically the way I witnessed other people doing on those trips. From an early age, I wanted to have a positive impact on people's lives. \n In addition to a passion for caring for people, I'm also adept at educating patients on complex medical issues in a way that's easy for them to understand. I enjoy walking patients through difficult situations, putting them at ease and being available throughout treatment. \n I'm a proud member of Sigma Theta Tau, the national honor society for nursing. \n My husband and I, along with our two young children, love to travel, hike and go boating at the lake in our spare time.