S. Yaseen Zia, MD a radiation oncologist with Pardee UNC Health Care has been appointed by Governor Roy Cooper to serve as a member of the North Carolina Advisory Committee on Cancer Coordination and Control. The mission of the Advisory Committee is to facilitate the reduction of cancer incidence and mortality for all North Carolinians, enhance statewide access to quality treatment and support services and maximize the quality of life for all North Carolina cancer survivors, patients and their loved ones through educating and advising government officials, policymakers, public and private organizations and the public. Dr. Zia’s appointment is effective immediately and will last through Aug. 31, 2026.

“During my tenure at Pardee, I have communicated with the statewide leaders on the need to amplify our efforts in cancer care, prevention and research in Western North Carolina,” Dr. Zia said. “It is my hope that in this new role, I can bring the challenges that we face here in oncologic care to the state level.”

Dr. Zia is a board-certified radiation oncologist and has been with Pardee since 2018. He is passionate about incorporating the latest technologies in the treatment of cancer as well as developing a strong relationship with his patients through honest and open dialogue allowing them to make the best healthcare decisions for themselves. Dr. Zia earned his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York.

"Dr. Zia is an exceptional radiation oncologist and highly-regarded provider among patients and medical staff,” says Dr. Greg McCarty, chief medical officer, Pardee UNC Health Care. “We are proud that the Governor sees the same passion we do that Dr. Zia has for improving cancer care and we look forward to supporting him as he takes on this new role to serve our community.”