Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Stephen Liederbach, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician at Wilmington Adult Medicine. He provides a wide range of services to people in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Dr. Liederbach graduated magna cum laude from the University of Akron in Ohio. He received his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine in Columbus. Upon graduating, he completed his residency in internal medicine at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
He holds memberships in the American Association of Medical Review Officers, American College of Physicians, American Medical Association, and North Carolina Medical Society.
Dr. Liederbach is married to his wife, Linda, who is the patient membership coordinator and office manager at Wilmington Adult Medicine. They have three children, Kayleigh, Kai, and Alec; and one grandchild, Evelyn. Their favorite pastimes include biking, playing tennis, going to the beach, and spending time with their family.
As a physician, Dr. Liederbach is committed to providing a high level of medical care to his patients. By offering patients a smaller, much more personalized setting through direct primary care, Dr. Liederbach provides the level of care and service he believes every patient deserves. This means developing a close relationship and getting to know each patient in a way that can’t be developed through a rushed, brief appointment. There are three membership tiers that offer same or next-day appointments, as well as direct communication with Dr. Liederbach.
At Wilmington Adult Medicine, each patient receives care from Dr. Liederbach, not a nurse practitioner or other doctors, so they get the attention they deserve in a caring, warm environment. He offers a wide range of treatments for COPD, diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid problems. He also provides primary care services, chronic care management, heart health services, and therapeutic lifestyle changes.
Dr. Liederbach believes that medicine is truly an art, in addition to a science, and it needs to return to this philosophy through the care of one doctor taking care of one patient at a time. He looks forward to helping patients achieve their optimum level of health and wellness. Schedule an appointment by calling the office or booking online today.
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“as usual, the doctor took a substantial amount of time explaining the issues.
I believe a Concierge doctor is going to be the doctor of the future for people who want the best outcomes”
Dr. Stephen Liederbach, MD
Internist
5041 New Centre Drive
Suite 122
Wilmington, NC 28403
James Manning, MD, is an experienced physician at Hampstead Internal Medicine in Hampstead, North Carolina. He grew up nearby in Beulaville, NC, where he worked in a local pharmacy during high school. In medical school he met his wife, Tina, a Wilmington native. After graduating from medical school at UNC-Chapel Hill, Dr. Manning completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC. Dr. Manning then moved back to eastern NC with Tina and his young children - Sophia, James, and Sydney.
Dr. Manning worked several years in Washington NC and was elected Chief of Staff at ECU Beaufort hospital. From there, he began teaching through the Department of Internal Medicine at ECU. His focus areas include medicines and their side effects and interactions with other drugs. He truly believes the fewer medicines a person needs, the better. He also taught communication skills to young doctors helping them speak in real and understandable language with patients. His proudest work has been taking care of the people of eastern North Carolina, and teaching and mentoring the next generation of doctors.
In addition to teaching, Dr. Manning set up and ran medicine programs in multiple hospitals including ECU Beaufort, ECU Medical Center, Lenoir hospital, and Chowan hospital. After working in multiple hospitals and ICUs during the Covid epidemic, Dr. Manning realized it was time to began his life long goal of opening his own primary care practice.
His true passion is his family. He also enjoys fishing, playing guitar, coaching youth basketball, and trying to grow tomatoes.
“This practice is exceptional from the time you walk in the door! It was wonderful meeting everyone for my first visit! Dr. Manning and Holly were very kind and listened and addressed my concerns. This is what I was hoping for and I am so glad he is in this area! If you’re looking for a provider don’t hesitate! These folks are one of a kind!”
Dr. James Manning, MD
Internist
16747 Hwy 17
Suite 124
Hampstead, NC 28443
5.0(13)
Dr. Ikechukwu Ibegbu, MD
Gastroenterologist 48.3 mi
Dr. Eric Ibegbu is an Endobariatric gastroenterologist with offices in Kinston and Jacksonville, North Carolina. Dr. Ibegbu’s patients come from the entire state of North Carolina, Virginia, Washington D.C., New York, Atlanta, Tennessee, Ohio and even from around the world, to enjoy the truly world-class experience at Atlantic Medical Group. He offers a wide range of services to patients at Atlantic Medical Group and AMGWEIGHTLOSS including Spatz 3 balloon, ORBERA balloon, Apollo Revise and Apollo ESG, and treatment for DIVERSE gastrointestinal conditions.
Dr. Ibegbu earned his medical degree from the university of Nigeria and completed his internship, residency, and fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at the University of Florida Health Sciences center in Jacksonville, Florida. He also received advanced training in therapeutic endoscopy, including endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography (ERCP).
Throughout his career, Dr. Ibegbu has published extensively in the field of gastroenterology. His work is featured in several peer-reviewed journals, including World Journal of Gastroenterology and The American Journal of Gastroenterology. He has also been involved in the training of many other physicians across the country, and he serves as the speaker for several medical device and pharmaceutical companies.
He is an author, prolific writer and transformational speaker at national and international conferences on topics ranging from health and nutrition, the balance of life, developing medical businesses and entrepreneurs and wealth building to helping each person discover the answers to life’s most daunting questions: “who am I” and “why am I here”. Helping you to reach your highest potential is Dr Ibegbu’s premier goal.
He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Gastroenterology and the American Board of Internal Medicine. In addition, he serves as Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Gastroenterology Department of East Carolina University, and he’s been conferred the honor of Fellow of the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopists and the American College of Gastroenterology.
Brittney is one of our Medical Assistants who facilitates both administrative and clinical operations at the Durham location. She attended Rowan College of South Jersey, as Graphic Design major, and English minor. After obtaining her Bachelors Brittney relocated to Los Angeles, Where she chose to attend American Career College and completed her Medical Assistant Program.
Brittney is responsible for -Communication and collaborating with physicians -Scheduling patients - Assisting with medication refills and medical letters - As well as other behind the scenes operational work.
Dr. Umar Bowers is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician and the Medical Director of Dawson Med. Known for his compassionate, relationship-centered approach to care, Dr. Bowers is committed to helping patients feel heard, supported, and empowered in their health journey.
Originally from Virginia, Dr. Bowers earned his undergraduate degree from Longwood University before completing his medical degree at Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, D.C. He went on to complete his residency in Internal Medicine at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Throughout his training, Dr. Bowers developed a strong foundation in evidence-based care with a deep appreciation for treating the whole person—not just the diagnosis.
Before co-founding Dawson Med, Dr. Bowers served as a research assistant with Johns Hopkins Medicine and has remained active in advancing healthcare access in North Carolina. He currently holds several leadership positions, including:
Board of Commissioners, Wilmington Housing Authority
Vice-Chair, UNC Wilmington College of Health and Human Services Advisory Committee
Adjunct Faculty, University of North Carolina Wilmington
Regional Chair, North Carolina Health Talent Alliance
Board Officer, Good Shepherd Center
Ambassador, Aledade, Inc.
As a physician, Dr. Bowers believes that high-quality care starts with trust. Whether he’s managing a chronic condition, conducting a routine exam, or working to prevent illness, he meets each patient with warmth, clarity, and a genuine desire to help them live healthier lives.
When he’s not seeing patients, Dr. Bowers enjoys giving back to his community, mentoring students, and spending time with his family outdoors.
Dr. Bowers is currently accepting new patients at Dawson Med’s Wilmington location.