Published on May 07, 2026

UNC Health Pardee Welcomes Three New Providers to Pardee BlueMD


John RiceUNC Health Pardee is pleased to welcome three new providers to Pardee BlueMD, expanding access to health care services across Western North Carolina. John Rice, MD; Wade Davis, MD; and Kelly Garcia, MD, each bring a patient-centered approach and a commitment to high-quality, accessible care.

Dr. John Rice is a board-certified psychiatrist providing care at Pardee BlueMD - 277 N. Broad St. in Brevard. He specializes in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, and substance use disorders. Dr. Rice’s approach to care emphasizes collaborative, practical problem-solving and behavioral strategies that support stability and recovery. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his psychiatry residency at Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine. Dr. Rice is accepting new patients at Pardee BlueMD - 277 N. Broad St. in Brevard. To schedule an appointment, call 828-435-8392.


Wade DavisDr. Wade Davis
is a family medicine physician providing comprehensive primary care at Pardee BlueMD - 277 N. Broad St. in Brevard. He focuses on delivering patient-centered care across all stages of life, emphasizing preventive health, wellness, and long-term relationships with patients. His clinical interests include musculoskeletal care, infectious disease, and a range of in-office procedures that support whole-person care. He earned his medical degree from East Tennessee State University and is board-certified in family medicine. Dr. Davis is accepting new patients at Pardee BlueMD - 277 N. Broad St. in Brevard. To schedule an appointment, call 828-435-8400.

Dr. Kelly Garcia is a board-certified family medicine physician providing primary care at Pardee BlueMD - 21 Turtle Creek Dr. in South Asheville. She has special clinical interests in women’s health and diabetes management. Dr. Garcia is committed to building strong partnerships with her patients to support long-term wellness and effectiveKelly Garcia disease management. She earned her medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and completed her internship and residency at Mountain Area Health Education Center in Asheville. Dr. Garcia is accepting new patients at Pardee BlueMD - Turtle Creek Dr. in Asheville. To schedule an appointment, call 828-696-4200.