Dr. Thomas White, MD | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Family Medicine
About
Dr. Thomas White, a native of Cherryville, NC, attended Duke University for his undergraduate and medical degrees. He completed a residency in Family Medicine at Charlotte Memorial Hospital. In 1988, he returned to Cherryville and established Cherryville Primary Care. In 2015, he opened Hometown Direct Care, the first direct primary care practice in the area, offering patients personalized, fee‑for‑service care without insurance hassles. He emphasizes long appointments, direct communication, and a holistic approach to health.
Dr. White is board‑certified in Family Medicine and Clinical Lipidology. He served as President of the North Carolina Academy of Family Physicians in 2015 and was honored as the North Carolina Family Physician of the Year in 2020. He remains active in professional societies and community initiatives, reflecting his commitment to patient‑centered care.
Education
Medical School: Duke (1980)
Residency: 1980-1983 Charlotte Memorial Hospital, Charlotte NC
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: Doctor of Medicine
Specialty: Family Medicine
Board Certified: Family Medicine - American Board of Family Medicine, Clinical Lipidology - American Board of Clinical Lipidology
Designations: FAAFP, FNLA
Years in Practice: 45+ years
Licensing
Primary License: North Carolina (NC) - 26410
Professional Memberships
- AAFP - Fellow
- NLA - Member
Community Involvement
Dr. White was selected as the 2021 Cherryville Citizen of the Year. He hosts a monthly podcast "Lessons Learned, Wisdom Shared" in partnership with the NCAFP.
DPC Experience
Started DPC: 3/2/2015