Medical Physicist Tom Dellinger Named Teammate of the Month for UNC Health Pardee
UNC Health Pardee has announced Tom Dellinger, DABR, PE, a medical physicist in Pardee Cancer Center’s radiation oncology department, as its Teammate of the Month. In his role, Dellinger works alongside the clinical team to ensure patients receive the prescribed radiation dose for their diagnosis. He oversees quality assurance programs and operating procedures for the Linear Accelerator, CT Simulator, and all related treatment parameters, as well as radiation safety for the department.
Dellinger has been a vital part of Pardee for nearly 23 years. He said he was drawn to the organization for its exceptional staff and their strong commitment to quality and safety in radiation oncology, within the supportive environment of a close-knit community hospital.
His colleagues describe him as a steady, humble leader who goes above and beyond to support his team and ensure patient safety. In the days following Hurricane Helene, Dellinger came in voluntarily to inspect the linear accelerator. His quick action prevented significant damage to the equipment, allowing the department to resume operations far sooner than expected.
Dellinger’s calm demeanor, attention to detail, and dedication to quality care are widely admired. He regularly updates departmental policies, keeps staff informed about equipment and processes, and remains a trusted resource for coworkers. “What I enjoy most is working in collaboration with our team to provide excellent care for our patient community,” said Dellinger. “I’m proud to work with dedicated team members in fighting cancer in Western North Carolina.”
The Teammate of the Month award is given to a Pardee employee who positively contributes to achieving the organization’s mission, vision and goals. This person is selected by a committee of their peers and recognized for going above and beyond their regular duties to support patients, customers, peers, the organization and its community. The Teammate of the Month award showcases the many different roles of keeping a health system, like Pardee, operating and delivering patient-centered, quality care.
UNC Health Pardee is a not-for-profit regional healthcare organization based in Henderson County and managed by UNC Health. The county-owned hospital was founded in 1953 in Hendersonville, NC, and is licensed for 222 acute care beds. Pardee has grown from the Henderson County Hospital to become a healthcare system that serves residents across Henderson, Haywood, Transylvania, and Buncombe counties, offering a wide range of medical services, including a comprehensive primary care physician network with FQHC status, a cancer center, three urgent care locations, four orthopedics and sports medicine clinics and a medical staff representing 43 specialties. For more information or to find a physician, visit pardeehospital.org.
