Melanie McMinn, MD, FACP

Dr. Melanie McMinn believes in actively caring for our community, both in and out of the office. She is an empathetic healthcare provider who strives to empower every patient to make long-lasting, meaningful lifestyle change. She embraces innovative methods of primary care and strives to keep discussions about preventive care at the center of every interaction. She is also a healthcare provider at a local homeless clinic through the Urban Ministries center. Dr. McMinn lives in South Charlotte with her husband and three young children, and enjoys sports, travel, live music and theater.

Education and training:

• Duke University – Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience and Chemistry
• The George Washington University – MD degree
• Carolinas Medical Center – Internal Medicine resident

Certifications and recognitions:

• Board certified in Internal Medicine
• Board certified in Lifestyle Medicine
• Certified Hypertension Clinician, American Society for Hypertension
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certified
• Certified Culinary Medicine specialist
• Charlotte Magazine “Top Doc” 2018
• Charlotte Business Journal's "40 Under 40," 2016
• Graduate of Leadership Charlotte, 2015
• Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Young Professional Nonprofit Leader Award, 2014

Roles and interests:

• Member of the Task Force to End Chronic Homelessness in Mecklenburg County, Speaker
• Duke Charlotte Board Co-Chair
• Special interests in Lifestyle Medicine, Culinary Medicine and Mindfulness

Greg Weidner, MD, FACP

Dr. Greg Weidner believes in the power of the patient-doctor relationship. Primary care medicine is built upon this relationship – open, transparent, caring, collaborative and continuous. Prevention and total health are central to Dr. Weidner's approach to helping his patients live their best lives. He enjoys helping patients to become confident and empowered to manage their health, while making sure to have some fun along the way. Dr. Weidner lives in South Charlotte with his wife and three children, and enjoys music, sports and the outdoors.

Education and training:

• Cornell University – Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction in all subjects
• University of Rochester – MD degree, Alpha Omega Alpha honors
• University of Virginia – internal medicine resident and chief medical resident

Certifications and recognitions:

• Board certified in Internal Medicine
• Fellow, American College of Physicians
• NCQA certified for Diabetes, Heart/Stroke Care and Patient Centered Medical Home
• Top Doctors: Charlotte Magazine, Business North Carolina, and America's Best Doctors
• Charlotte Business Journal Excellence in Healthcare Awards, two-time nominee

Roles and interests:

• Medical Director, Brace Family YMCA
• Former medical staff: Charlotte Hornets, Charlotte Checkers, Carolina Cobras, PGA Wells Fargo Championship and NCAA Continental Tire/Belk Bowl

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Rick Botelho, MD

Dr. Rick Botelho always puts the healthcare needs of his patients and their families first. In addition to preventing and treating conditions, he helps enhance your overall well-being and motivates you to follow a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Botelho is an attentive healthcare provider, who works hard to make sure your voice is heard and care preferences are met.

When he’s not caring for patients, Dr. Botelho and his wife spend time with their loved ones. They moved to Charlotte in 2016 and enjoy being close to family, especially their grandson. Dr. Botelho is a lifelong learner, as well as a published author, despite a history of dyslexia. He’s also an avid squash player, with an affinity for live music and new experiences.

Education and experience:

• Assistant Dean of Faculty Development, Florida International University (Miami)
• Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Family Medicine, University of Rochester (New York)
• Faculty in the Family Medicine Residency Program, Highland Hospital (New York)
• Director of the Fellowship Training Program in Family Medicine (New York)
• Medical director of a rural family medicine residency program (New York)
• Nottingham Medical School (England)

Certifications and training:

• Board-certified in Family Medicine
• Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (England)
• Trained in executive leadership coaching
• Trained in motivational interviewing
• Trained in family therapy

Roles and interests:

• Authors books on motivating healthy behavior changes
• Helps people to develop everyday health coaching skills for themselves, families and friends
• Advocates for global equity and planetary health
• Inspires leaders to explore innovative primary care models