Dr. Kiser looks forward to building relationships based on trust and mutual respect.

“If you don't have trust with your doctor, if you don't feel they have a genuine interest in your care, then you won't trust their judgment,” Dr. Kiser said. 

At its core, providing quality care requires professionalism and empathy, she said. 

“It's extremely important to relate to your patients and to actually sit down with them and talk to them,” Dr. Kiser said. “You have to engage with them, listen to them, and ask questions. You have to spend more time talking to your patient than you do looking at a computer screen.”  

Dr. LanFranco says his patients can expect him to be attentive and detail-oriented. 

"I will be a doctor who will pay attention to the details of your health, " he said. "I will patiently listen to anything you say, and I will put a lot of emphasis on preventive care."

Preventive medicine is a core of Dr. LanFranco's medical philosophy, and he stresses that lifestyle modifications now can make a huge difference in life. 

Dr. Sears chose to be a family medicine doctor because it gives him the opportunity to care for the entire family. 

"I love working with kids, but I love taking care of all ages, men and women, the full spectrum," he said. "I want to meet lots of needs."

Dr. Sears describes himself as a guide for his patients, a doctor who encourages them to take ownership of their health. 

"I'm going to do my best to take care of my patients based on what their goals are and for who they are," he said. 

You never expect an emergency, but we’re standing ready – just in case. Our Emergency Department is open 24/7 to provide care for a range of concerns, including:

• Chest pain
• Wheezing, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Sudden numbness or weakness
• Bleeding that cannot be stopped

When you need us, we're ready.

A part of Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, Cherokee Medical Center (CMC) enjoys the benefits of a large integrated healthcare system in a small-town setting. CMC coordinates care, offering the specialties and services you need, including:

• Emergency services
• Imaging services
• Inpatient hospice
• Outpatient cardiology
• Outpatient IV therapy
• Outpatient wound care
• Respiratory therapy
• Sleep lab clinic
• Surgical services
• Congestive heart failure clinic

And, when you need more specialized care, the doctors at Cherokee Medical Center coordinate with specialists across Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System to ensure the most advanced care with cutting-edge technology.