Your Well-being at the Heart of Our Care
We strive to provide our patients with high-quality, coordinated care specific to their own individual needs and circumstances. Patient Centered Care utilizes an Advanced Care Team model. Advanced Care team members support the Primary Care Provider (PCP) in efforts to deliver efficient centered care.
Dear Prospective Patient:
Thank you for your interest in Patient Centered Care. My name is Deborah Adams-Wingate, RN, MSN, NP-C. I am an Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner (NP-C), certified nationally and licensed in North Carolina. I received my under-graduate training first at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia and then completed my Master’s in Nursing, at Duke University. I have practiced as a Nurse, since 1995 both in hospitals and with private practices.
At Patient Centered Care, we will strive to optimize the present and future health of our patients through a partnership that utilizes lifestyle modifications and the most up to date medical knowledge. Patient Centered Care providers deliver quality care that encompasses a patient’s total health needs beginning at age 2, through adulthood. We specialize in personalized family medical services and preserving long-term, beneficial health partnerships with our patients. As your primary care provider, we can also help coordinate medical care through other specialties or hospital services when necessary.
Patient Centered Care emphasizes preventive health and general well-being. Medical concerns are managed through diagnosis, treatment and prevention of common illnesses and chronic diseases taking into account genetics, family history and mental health. Care is coordinated with other specialists. To assure care is patient-centered; it is proactive, inclusive, and customized to individual patients. To assure it is collaborative; we utilize teams of practitioners that share information among themselves and patients alike. Care is customized to each individual to treat their unique medical needs.
Patient Centered Care provides primary care with a strong emphasis in high-quality care, preventive medicine, close follow-ups, short wait times in the office, patient education and friendly but professional patient relations. I look forward to meeting you. Thank you for your time and for your active participation in your health care!
Partnering with families to optimize current and future health.
OUR TEAM
OWNER
Deborah Adams-Wingate
Ms. Wingate received her B.S. in Nursing from George Mason University in 1995, followed by an M.S. in Nursing from Duke University in 2002. Certified as an as an Adult/ Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, Ms. Wingate has 29 years experience as a Registered Nurse in hospitals and private practice with special interest in oncology, geriatrics and autoimmune disease. She has worked 22 years in Adult/Geriatric Primary Care, and has owned Patient Centered Care – a family practice with offices in Wilmington and Bolivia, NC – for 17 years.
Practice Manager
Heather Wingate
Heather opened the doors at PCC in October 2007 and has been instrumental in growing the Practice through prompt customer service, attention to detail and warm inviting attitude. Always ready with a helping spirit, Heather is your go-to person at Patient Centered Care. When not at the office, Heather can be found outdoors with her adopted 4-legged family members, Sarge and Major or traveling to NYC to spend time with her daughter Jayden who graduated college in May of 2023 with her Bachelors in Fine Arts.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
Travis Finkle
Welcome! My name is Travis Finkle, and I am a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) with a deep passion for providing compassionate, patient-centered care. With a background rooted in both military and civilian healthcare, I bring years of experience in emergency medicine, intensive care, and pain management to our practice.
My educational journey has been shaped by faith and a commitment to service. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from King University and my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Milligan College—both institutions with strong Christian values that instilled in me the importance of compassion, integrity, and treating every patient as a whole person.
Most recently, I’ve had the privilege of working in a specialty multimodality pain clinic, focusing on spinal health and collaborating with an incredible team of specialists and surgeons. This role has allowed me to develop a special interest in managing complex pain conditions and helping patients improve their quality of life.
Over the years, my professional path has also included Primary care in Rural setting with my work at Rural Health Services Consortium, critical care roles at the James H. Quillen Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Center, instructional leadership at the Medical Simulation Training Facility, and service in the U.S. Army.
In every aspect of my work, my goal is to ensure you feel heard, valued, and supported on your journey to better health. Whether you’re here for a routine visit or managing a more complex condition, I’m committed to partnering with you and your family to achieve your health goals.
Thank you for trusting me to be part of your care—I look forward to serving you!
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Julie Skipper
Julie began at PCC following an internship while completing her Medical Assistant program at Caring for Life. I have one dog named Bailey and when I have free time I love to spend it with my nieces and nephews.
Registered Nurse
Taylor Smith
Hi my name is Taylor! I have been with PCC for several years! I began working as a Medical Assistant throughout nursing school at UNCW. I graduated in December 2023 and now I work full time as an RN in Winston Salem NC while continuing to help PCC working remotely. While working at PCC I loved connecting with the staff & patients! When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family & my dog, Koda.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wendy
Wendy is a dedicated LPN with over 20 years experience in family medicine, cardiology, and dermatology. She is a native of Wilmington and graduated from nursing school at Cape Fear Community College. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Erik, son, Will and her two shih-tzus, Charlie and Polly. If you can’t find her at the beach relaxing, she is likely shopping or working on a craft.
RECEPTIONIST
Olivia
My name is Olivia and I will greet you at the front desk when you arrive at the office or speak to you when you call with questions or concerns. I am a recent college graduate ( in 2024) from Marshall University earning a B.A. in Psychology with a focus in Forensics. I was raised in a suburb outside Cleveland, Ohio, but am now settled in Wilmington with my two cats – Meep and Peep and my wonderful boyfriend. If I am not working or volunteering at the local shelter, I can be found with my boyfriend exploring our new city or cooking out with our lovely neighbors! I look forward to meeting you!