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Biography: Dr. Stephen Moore, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 63 years old and has been practicing for 35 years. Dr. Stephen Moore, MD is affiliated with Novant Charlotte NC.

Biography: Dr. Andrew Zerkle, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 59 years old and has been practicing for 32 years. Dr. Andrew Zerkle, MD is affiliated with Novant Charlotte NC.

Biography: Dr. Branson Hyatt, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 37 years old. Dr. Branson Hyatt, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Matthews Medical Center.

Biography: Growing up I knew I wanted to be part of a profession that gave me a strong sense of purpose and allowed me an opportunity to have a positive and meaningful impact on the lives of others. One of the best places to do that is in the fight against cancer; and one of the best ways to help cancer patients is to involve them in the decisions surrounding their care. \n I take time to help my patients understand their options for getting a diagnosis and treatment for their illness. While being diagnosed with cancer is never easy, my experience has been that patients find this approach empowering and helpful. My 13 years of medical training prepared me well for this educational aspect of my job. \n A great physician is one who continues learning. I accomplish this as a member of the National Gynecological Association and through clinical research. My interest in research started during my fellowship training, when I was awarded grants for ovarian cancer research. Since then, I have logged considerable hours in the lab, researching ovarian cancer vaccines and immunotherapy. I also continue to publish clinical research on ovarian and uterine cancer treatments and outcomes. \n A native of Britain, I moved to Chapel Hill at an early age. I now live in Charlotte with my wife and dog "Moose." My wife and I love playing soccer, spending time with family and friends and working on our house. We also enjoy hiking, particularly when we can do that in Scotland.

Biography: I am a surgeon and breast cancer survivor who specializes in treating gynecologic cancer. Taking care of women and being a part of their complete cancer journey are areas of my work that I love. I chose medicine as a career because I believe it is the best way to integrate my interest in science, solving problems and helping people and my community. I specialize in gynecologic oncology because it provides a unique opportunity to combine my surgical skills with cancer care, where there is a strong and growing emphasis on caring for the whole patient. \n As lead physician and head of the operating room committee at my clinic, I play a leading role in evaluating surgical techniques to determine which ones work. My status as a fellow of The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists means you can have confidence that I rely on the latest medical guidelines, treatments and techniques in women's healthcare. \n Though I'm a surgeon, I support any therapy that improves outcomes for my patients. At Novant Health, I have spearheaded a clinical trial to help determine whether a new drug therapy improves outcomes for patients with late-stage endometrial cancer. This disease is rarely cured by radiation therapy or surgery alone. \n As a breast cancer survivor, I empathize with the emotions cancer patients experience as they move from diagnosis and treatment to remission, recovery, sometimes relapse, and survival. My approach to care focuses as much on guarding your quality of life in the here and now as on finding a cure for your illness. \n When not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband, son and daughter and our two dogs. My hobbies include long-distance running, music and sports. My husband and I both attended Auburn University and love following their sports teams.

Biography: Dr. Victoria Lore, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. She is 43 years old and has been practicing for 14 years. Dr. Victoria Lore, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Matthews Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Christian Kirkland, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. She is 38 years old and has been practicing for 10 years. Dr. Christian Kirkland, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Matthews Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Mark Bland, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 58 years old. Dr. Mark Bland, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center.

Biography: When I was just 4, I told everyone I was going to be a physician when I grew up. Throughout school, I always loved science. But I also knew I wanted to work with people. Medicine allowed me to use science in the service of people - the perfect blend of my interests. \n As lead physician at my clinic, I provide very patient-centered care. Not every patient is going to choose the same treatment option, and I always want to tailor their care to fit their needs. I listen to my patients to understand what's important to them. The relationships I form with patients is the most rewarding part of my job. I have been lucky to care for some patients over a very long time period and through many seasons of life. \n I grew up in Ohio and have lived in Charlotte since 2009. My husband - who's also a physician - and I have two teenage boys and a dog, Curry, who is queen of the house. I love reading fiction, cooking and baking. I also love travel and spend much of my free time either planning our next trip or riding my Peloton bike. One of my favorite vacations was spent in Iceland, but I love everywhere we go!

Biography: Dr. Avery-Benjamin's experiences as a young teen on the labor and delivery floor in a hospital volunteer program helped shape her passion for providing excellent care for women and children. During her residency, she received awards for excellence in teaching and administration, as well as an award from the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists for special excellence in endoscopic procedures. Dr. Avery is interested in teen and young woman wellness, preventive healthcare and minimally invasive surgery techniques. In her free time, Dr. Avery enjoys spending time with her husband, Derek, and their daughter, traveling, relaxing on the beach, reading, listening to music and participating in community service.

Biography: Dr. Noellee Clarke, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. She is 48 years old and has been practicing for 22 years. Dr. Noellee Clarke, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Ballantyne Outpatient Surgery.

Biography: I knew I wanted to go into healthcare as a young child. I got involved in medicine in high school. In college, I worked as a nursing assistant to gain more experience in the healthcare field. It was in medical school that I developed a passion for obstetrics and gynecology (ob-gyn) and, beyond that, chose to specialize in gynecological cancer. \n Every day that I care for patients, I continue to learn. I am a member of various gynecologic associations and serve on the community board for Lydia's Legacy, an organization that supports education, awareness and research funding for gynecologic cancers. \n I look at and treat each patient as if she were a member of my family. That is the reason I strive to introduce a level of humanism and warmth to each visit and help put my patients' minds at ease. But above all else, I put honesty first. In my field, I do not always have good news to discuss with my patients. Honesty and compassion can help a patient and her family formulate realistic expectations, which is extremely important during the course of care. \n My husband and I live in Charlotte with our two girls and dogs, Paco and Maui. We absolutely love being outdoors, enjoy spending time by the pool, spending time in the mountains, and taking trips to the beautiful Carolina beaches with our family.