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Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD

Accepting New Patients
(Edith Bowers, MD, PhD)
Specializes in: Medical Oncology, Dermatology (Skin Disorders) and General Practice
Duke University School of Medicine (2011)
Professional interests include: laser treatment, cancer, skin issues, and more.
2201 Old NC 86
Hillsborough, NC 27278

Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD is a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC specializing in medical oncology, dermatology (skin disorders) and general practice. She graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2011 and has 14 years of experience. Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD is affiliated with UNC Health, UNC Hospitals and UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL.

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Office Locations

2201 Old NC 86
Hillsborough, NC 27278
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410 Market Street Suite 400A
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
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Some issues Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD can help you with:

Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)

Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition where the sweat glands become overactive, leading to excessive sweating. It can occur in just one area, such as the armpits, feet, or hands; or it can be general sweating over the entire body. Hyperhidrosis can happen to people of all ages and genders. It is estimated that the condition affects as many as 3% of all people, but many are never diagnosed because they are too embarrassed to talk about their symptoms with their doctor.

When excessive sweating is the main complaint and is not related to any other condition, it is called primary hyperhidrosis. There is no known cause, but it does tend to run in families. Secondary hyperhidrosis is sweating that is caused by another medical condition, such as anxiety, cancer, hyperthyroidism, or menopause. Sometimes treating the underlying condition can improve this type of sweating.

There are tests doctors can use to diagnose hyperhidrosis. One involves simply soaking up the perspiration with paper and then weighing the paper to measure how much extra sweat is being produced. Another test, called the starch-iodine test, involves covering the body with powder. This powder turns blue in any areas where sweat is produced.

Treatment depends on the severity of the hyperhidrosis and the areas affected. Some options are:

  • Prescription antiperspirants, which contain aluminum chloride and work by plugging the sweat ducts. This signals the sweat glands to decrease sweat production. They work for moderate cases of hyperhidrosis and are relatively affordable.
  • Lontophoresis, a procedure that uses small amounts of electricity and a tray of tap water to decrease production of sweat glands in the hands or feet.
  • Botox, which can be injected into the nerves that control sweat glands in the underarms.
  • Sympathectomy, a surgery for severe cases that can be performed to cut the nerves that stimulate sweat production. Sympathectomy is most effective for hyperhidrosis of the hands. It may cause new symptoms of sweating elsewhere on the body.
  • Surgery to remove sweat glands, most often in the underarms.

Hyperhidrosis is a serious medical condition that causes both physical and emotional distress. Treatments are available, and support groups exist to help patients cope.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

removal of skin lesion

In 2023, Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD performed more removal of skin lesion (growth or mark) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within North Carolina.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated as a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC during 2015 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 62
doctor visit 191
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 69
skin procedures 69

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD.

Gender
Male 140
Female 186
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 272
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 158
From 75 to 84 66
85 and over 28
Less than 65 74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated during 2015 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 40
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 26
Dementia 10
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated as a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC during 2016 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 21
diagnostic procedures 100
doctor visit 429
injections 13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 200
skin procedures 200

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD.

Gender
Male 155
Female 181
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 274
Black 43
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 190
From 75 to 84 60
85 and over 35
Less than 65 51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 42
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 23
Dementia 9
Cancer 7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated as a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC during 2017 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 146
doctor visit 665
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 286
skin procedures 286

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD.

Gender
Male 231
Female 258
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 414
Black 43
Hispanic 13
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 257
From 75 to 84 124
85 and over 47
Less than 65 61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 33
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 21
Dementia 9
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated as a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC during 2018 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 97
doctor visit 448
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 217
skin procedures 217

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD.

Gender
Male 189
Female 206
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 345
Black 28
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 223
From 75 to 84 103
85 and over 24
Less than 65 45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 21
Dementia 6
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated as a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC during 2019 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 581
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 289
skin procedures 289

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD.

Gender
Male 226
Female 247
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 420
Black 31
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 247
From 75 to 84 150
85 and over 29
Less than 65 47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 19
Dementia 5
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated as a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC during 2020 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 506
injections 19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 207
skin procedures 207

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD.

Gender
Male 202
Female 222
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 360
Black 40
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 210
From 75 to 84 141
85 and over 30
Less than 65 43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 21
Dementia 6
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated as a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC during 2021 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 448
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 237
skin procedures 237

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD.

Gender
Male 173
Female 223
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 354
Black 25
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 188
From 75 to 84 147
85 and over 34
Less than 65 27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 21
Dementia 6
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated as a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 600
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 305
skin procedures 305

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD.

Gender
Male 275
Female 255
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 481
Black 21
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 241
From 75 to 84 210
85 and over 49
Less than 65 30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 19
Dementia 4
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated as a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC during 2023 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 712
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 394
skin procedures 394

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD.

Gender
Male 282
Female 317
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 544
Black 20
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 23
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 277
From 75 to 84 231
85 and over 59
Less than 65 32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 19
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 19
Dementia 3
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated as a medical oncologist in Hillsborough, NC were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and blood draw.

blood draw 21
diagnostic procedures 101
doctor visit 508
injections 16
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 244
skin procedures 244

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD.

Gender
Male 208
Female 232
Ethnicity
Black / African American 27
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 384
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 1
Other 3
Age
75 to 84 136
85 and over 37
Less than 65 45
65 to 74 221

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD From 2015 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 47
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 22
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 8
Osteoporosis 10
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 21
Atrial Fibrillation 8
Cancer 12
Dementia 6

Education & Training

Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2011. She completed residency at University of North Carolina (UNC) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Dermatology, Board Certified and has a state license in North Carolina.

Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine (2011)

Residency: University of North Carolina (UNC) Affiliated Hospitals (2015)

Board Certification: Dermatology, Board Certified (2015)

Licensed In: North Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UNC Health
UNC Hospitals
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Veterans Affairs, AmeriHealth Caritas, WellCare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Carolina Complete Health, BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina (BCBSNC), Humana, Liberty Advantage, MedCost, Contigo Health, Cigna, Centene, WellCare Medicare Advantage, WellCare, AmeriHealth, Medicare Advantage, Group Health Plan (GHP), OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, TRICARE, CHAMPVA, Longevity Health Plan I-SNP, HealthTeam Advantage, Aetna Whole Health (Tier 2), MedCost PPO, FirstCarolinaCare FirstMedicare Direct, Meritain Health, an Aetna Company, Aetna Premier Care Network Plus (APCN+) (Tier 2), Atlantic (Packaging) Corporation, Inc. (administered by Lucent Health), North Carolina State Health Plan, FirstCarolinaCare Insurance Company Group Health Plans, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, Contigo Health Plan (WakeMed employees only), BCBSNC Group Health Plans (except for Blue High Performance Network (BlueHPN)) and BCBSNC Blue Home with UNC Health Alliance (Blue Home with Novant Health is out of network).

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD accepts the following insurance providers:

Veterans Affairs
AmeriHealth Caritas
WellCare
Aetna
UnitedHealthcare
Carolina Complete Health
BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina (BCBSNC)
Humana
Liberty Advantage
MedCost
Contigo Health
Cigna
Centene
WellCare Medicare Advantage
WellCare
AmeriHealth
Medicare Advantage
Group Health Plan (GHP)
OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)
United Healthcare
Medicaid
Humana
Cigna
TRICARE
CHAMPVA
Longevity Health Plan I-SNP
HealthTeam Advantage
Aetna Whole Health (Tier 2)
MedCost PPO
FirstCarolinaCare FirstMedicare Direct
Meritain Health, an Aetna Company
Aetna Premier Care Network Plus (APCN+) (Tier 2)
Atlantic (Packaging) Corporation, Inc. (administered by Lucent Health)
North Carolina State Health Plan
FirstCarolinaCare Insurance Company Group Health Plans
Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
Contigo Health Plan (WakeMed employees only)
BCBSNC Group Health Plans (except for Blue High Performance Network (BlueHPN))
BCBSNC Blue Home with UNC Health Alliance (Blue Home with Novant Health is out of network)

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 98 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD from all over the web to help you find the right in Hillsborough, NC. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Edith Villette Bowers, MD PhD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc. $128 VALCHLOR MECHLORETHAMINE
$128
Bausch Health US, LLC $14 TARGRETIN
$14
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $128
Education $14

Biography

Dr. Edith Bowers is a specialist in general practice, dermatology (skin disorders), and medical oncology in Chapel Hill, NC and Hillsborough, NC. She has a special interest in hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), skin surgery, and skin issues. Dr. Bowers is rated highly by her patients. She is a graduate of Duke University School of Medicine. For her residency, Dr. Bowers trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of North Carolina (UNC). Dr. Bowers is professionally affiliated with UNC Hospitals. According to UNC Health, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in Hillsborough, NC.

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