Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

Internal Medicine

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Residency

University of Alabama Hospital
Birmingham, AL
Internal Medicine 1993-1995

Internship

University of Alabama Hospital
Birmingham, AL
1992-1993

Medical School

University of North Carolina, School of Medicine
Chapel Hill, NC
Doctorate of Medicine 1992

Undergraduate

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry 1988

American Board of Internal Medicine

Moore Regional Hospital

Regional Board Member, Medical Mutual Insurance Company of North Carolina 2011-present
Volunteer Physician, Moore Free Care Clinic 2012-present

Physician of the Year, First Health of Carolinas, Moore Regional Hospital 2004

Principle Investigator for Randomized, Double Blind, Parallel-Group Study of Cardiovascular Safety in Osteoarthritis or Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients With or at High Risk for Cardiovascular Disease Comparing Celecoxib With Naproxen and Ibuprofen. (Precision)2007-present
Sub-Investigator for Phase III randomized, double-blinded, placebo controlled, tow arm parallel group trail using " study medication" for reducing the risk of major CV events in abdominally obese patients with clustering risk factors 2007-2009

Fellow, American College of Physicians
North Carolina Medical Society

North Carolina

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What Members Are Saying

Doctor Walter Morris lll is a credit to his profession in every way. His kind, caring and he takes is time to listen to his patents. He is what I call old school, never in a rush. He always take his time and explains everything so that you can understand it, then compare is finding to last years finding, so you can see how you were the year before. Than helps you to address any new problems. He goes into details and gives you options, then let you choose the road you want to take. He can always be reached at any time. He lets you know when he will be out of town or out of the country. He makes sure your prescriptions are filled before he leave. He have a luncheon once a year for all of his patients, now I have never seen a doctor do that before. I walked around with a mass on my left kidney and, he would tell me that I needed to have the mass removed. But, he never pressured me to have the surgery, he just monitor it every year to make sure that it wasn't getting any bigger and that I wasn't in any danger. well seven years later I decided to have it removed. I came through my surgery with flying colors, by the way the mass was cancerous, Now he has me monitor every year to make sure the cancer don't come back. I must say that truly thank God for him. Not only do he good bedside manners,but his entire staff have good bedside manners. He is like that allstate commercial. You are in good hands with Dr. Morris.

Fern

Patient of Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

Dr. Morris, Southern Pines, NC saw me in his office on a “spur of the moment” time. I was driving along and had SEVERE pain in my left arm, such that I could hardly drive. With no appointment, Dr Morris saw me, immediately diagnosed it as acute bursitis, gave me a shot, sent me on my way, painless. I always remember this!

Phyllis

Patient of Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

Dr Morris is a fantastic and caring doctor. He has been available anytime needed especially in the middle of the night when I was in South Korea and needed assistance. He deserves all the recognition possible. I hope he continues his service for many years.

EDWARD

Patient of Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly

$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual

$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual

$2,100.00 each year*

Meet Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

I believe that the key to maintaining health is to have an effective partnership between the doctor and patient. To be successful, this relationship requires more time for a understanding of each individual patient and an emphasis on wellness and prevention when necessary. Working with each patient and taking the time during our annual wellness visit, I will help develop a personalized lifestyle plan that helps meet their intended health goals.

In 1995, I returned to my home in the Sandhills of North Carolina to serve the people that I grew up with. I have participated in many facets of their care, attending to them in the hospital and office and even making visits for care in their home. My MDVIP-affiliated practice offers services, including comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests, that go far beyond those found in concierge medicine practices. I have interests in cardiovascular disease prevention and management of diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis and thyroid diseases.

I have an active affiliation with FirstHealth-Moore Regional Hospital and I believe it is very important to make hospital visits to provide continuity of care for my patients. In 2004, I was voted by the staff to be their first “Physician of the Year”, as it reflected my passion for excellence in working with others for the betterment of my patients. My primary practice is focused on wellness, prevention of illness and personalized care.

I am looking forward to our partnership for a healthier YOU!

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What Members Are Saying

Doctor Walter Morris lll is a credit to his profession in every way. His kind, caring and he takes is time to listen to his patents. He is what I call old school, never in a rush. He always take his time and explains everything so that you can understand it, then compare is finding to last years finding, so you can see how you were the year before. Than helps you to address any new problems. He goes into details and gives you options, then let you choose the road you want to take. He can always be reached at any time. He lets you know when he will be out of town or out of the country. He makes sure your prescriptions are filled before he leave. He have a luncheon once a year for all of his patients, now I have never seen a doctor do that before. I walked around with a mass on my left kidney and, he would tell me that I needed to have the mass removed. But, he never pressured me to have the surgery, he just monitor it every year to make sure that it wasn't getting any bigger and that I wasn't in any danger. well seven years later I decided to have it removed. I came through my surgery with flying colors, by the way the mass was cancerous, Now he has me monitor every year to make sure the cancer don't come back. I must say that truly thank God for him. Not only do he good bedside manners,but his entire staff have good bedside manners. He is like that allstate commercial. You are in good hands with Dr. Morris.

Fern

Patient of Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

Dr. Morris, Southern Pines, NC saw me in his office on a “spur of the moment” time. I was driving along and had SEVERE pain in my left arm, such that I could hardly drive. With no appointment, Dr Morris saw me, immediately diagnosed it as acute bursitis, gave me a shot, sent me on my way, painless. I always remember this!

Phyllis

Patient of Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

Dr Morris is a fantastic and caring doctor. He has been available anytime needed especially in the middle of the night when I was in South Korea and needed assistance. He deserves all the recognition possible. I hope he continues his service for many years.

EDWARD

Patient of Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

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Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle

Benefits of joining Dr. Morris' practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Morris quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Morris by phone after-hours and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Morris when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly

$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual

$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual

$2,100.00 each year*

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Testimonials from patients of Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

HIS OFFICE STAFF ARE ALSO HELPFUL

from ALBERT in NC • March 8, 2018

SINCE BECOMING A MEMBER OF DR. MORRIS PRACTICE I HAVE ENJOYED MY VISISTS WITH HIM. HE HAS MADE MANY HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS AND WAS AVAILABLE FOR A PROBLEM OUTSIDE OF OFFICE HOURS. HIS OFFICE STAFF ARE ALSO HELPFUL AND VERY PLEASANT

He is a wonderful and caring doctor.

from Dorothy • March 28, 2017

Dr. Morris has been our physician for over 20 years since he first started practicing medicine in the Pinehurst Medical Group. He has taken excellent care of my husband and myself through many situations, some emergency and some very difficult times. He is a wonderful and caring doctor.

I cannot express how much we appreciate Dr. Morris.

from Betty, Dick, and Karen in NC • March 10, 2018

I cannot express how much we appreciate Dr. Morris. We have been his patients since shortly after he went in practice, and in all those years he has never failed to return phone calls, let us know test results in a timely manner, see us quickly if we needed him, and always listens to our concerns. We were happy for him to become a MDVIP physician for his sake more than ours. Even when he was Read more...

The Office of Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

Locations & Hours

Primary Office

390 South West Broad Street Unit A-1
Southern Pines, NC 28387

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Hours

Mon	8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tue	8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wed	8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thu	8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fri	8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sat	Closed
Sun	Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly

$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual

$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual

$2,100.00 each year*

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Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

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Residency

Internship

Medical School

Undergraduate

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Professional Affiliations & Appointments

Honors and Awards

Research Experience

Professional Society Memberships

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What Members Are Saying

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

Meet Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

What Members Are Saying

Get Started Today

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Benefits of joining Dr. Morris' practice with MDVIP

MDVIP Wellness Program

Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

Same/Next-Day Appointments

Reachable 24/7

Smaller Practice Size

Your Dedicated Doctor

Travel Benefits

Medical Centers of Excellence

Better Health Outcomes

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s different about MDVIP practices and traditional primary care practices?

How does insurance work in an MDVIP-affiliated practice?

What is MDVIP and what does it do?

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

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Testimonials from patients of Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

HIS OFFICE STAFF ARE ALSO HELPFUL

He is a wonderful and caring doctor.

I cannot express how much we appreciate Dr. Morris.

The Office of Walter S. Morris III MD FACP

Locations & Hours

Primary Office

Hours

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

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