Meet our Newest Provider!

Leah Ashe is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with experience providing comprehensive, patient-centered primary care. Her clinical experience includes preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and acute care, specializing in hypertension, diabetes, and thyroid disorders. She is committed to evidence-based practice, clinical excellence, and helping patients achieve better long-term health outcomes. Leah will be joining the Lenoir office, where she will offer a variety of services and procedures, including joint injections, skin biopsies, skin tag removal, and DOT physicals.

Outside of the office, Leah is married to her high school sweetheart, James, and together they have a beautiful daughter who keeps them busy traveling across the United States for basketball. She enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, and making memories with family. Leah looks forward to caring for you and your family!

Meet Sarah!

An introduction from our newest Provider,

Sarah Jonas, DNP,FNP-C

I am a Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals and families from birth through every stage of life. I enjoy building lasting relationships with my patients and helping them achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized, evidence-based care.

Outside of the office, I am married to my husband, Justin, and we have two wonderful children, Thomas and CeCe. In my free time, I enjoy exercising, baking, traveling, and reading.

I am excited to join the team at Family 1st Healthcare in Morganton as well as bringing Journey Wellness to the Morganton community. I am currently accepting new patients and would be honored to partner with you and your family on your healthcare journey.

Call 828-218-4212 to schedule an appointment with Sarah Jonas

What makes us special?

Utilizes Family Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants

Our providers not only diagnosis problems and treat those problems, but they also incorporate that treatment and that response into their family, their culture, their daily lives and their community.

Unaffiliated from hospital systems

Provides the ability to have high quality and personalized care in Western North Carolina without the pressure of industrialized medicine/conveyor belt approach.

Local Business

We are able to provide health care for our local community while giving back to our community through school sponsorships, sport sponsorships, scholarships, donations, resources, etc.
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Meet Garth

Garth is a vital part of our staff providing tail wagging, comfort to our patients. A service trained lab/retriever mix who knows over 40 commands, Garth loves to show off. Garth works at both locations

Our Patient Reviews

Just switched my daughter to this healthcare provider & I am so glad that I did! The staff is absolutely amazing here. They truly go above and beyond for their patients. They get you on the schedule quickly & while you’re at your appointments they don’t have you waiting around forever. Love this place 💜

Megan S

Recently switched to Family First Healthcare Associates and let me say, the best decision I have made ! Everyone is so friendly and inviting. They actually care , and take the time to listen to your concerns !

Jerry B.

Dr. Kelley is the best doctor I have had in most my life. She really seem to care for your patient. She listens and looks for ways to help the patient without pharmaceuticals as long as the patient is willing to work with her.

Debora P.

Really enjoy the way they interact with us, as patients yes but also as people. Not just a number being processed. Dr Swedlund takes the time to listen, ask questions and then recommend solutions. Just what my family wants in healthcare.

T. Moza

I cannot begin to tell you how great this place is. Not only is Dr. Kelli Kelley the absolute best but her staff members are just as wonderful. Dr. Kelley listens to you and actually cares about you as a person, not just a client. You don't find many doctors that will take the time to talk to you and get to know you personally and to me that's a game changer. So, if you want someone who genuinely cares, give her a try. I guarantee you won't be disappointed. I'm very thankful and blessed I found these wonderful people.

K. Fisher

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828-239-9400 Lenoir, 828-218-4212 Morganton Fax both locations 833-449-4125