A welcomed new addition to the team, Dr. Duarte brings a breadth of knowledge and clinical experience to the breast and body imaging teams at Catawba Radiology.
Certification
American Board of Radiology
Fellowship
Breast and Body Imaging
Yale New Haven Hospital
Residency
New York Medical College
Education
Medical Degree
New York Medical College
Dr. Palmer is a welcomed addition to Catawba Radiology. As an Interventional Radiologist he is passionate about interventional oncology and the ever evolving options it brings to cancer patients.
Fellowship
Interventional Radiology
Vanderbilt University
Residency
University of South Alabama
Education
Medical Degree
Medical College of Georgia
After earning this medical degree from East Carolina University, Dr. Justin Black attended Wake Forest University where he became fellowship trained in Musculoskeletal Radiology.
He enjoys being outdoors with his family. Him and his wife, Kate, both grew up in Catawba county and are happy to be back!
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
ACLS, American Heart Association
BCLS, American Heart Association
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Vascular and Interventional Registry
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Radiography Registry
Fellowship
Musculoskeletal Radiology
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
Residency
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
Education
Doctorate of Medicine
East Carolina University-Brody School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Science
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Memberships
American College of Radiology (ACR)
American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS)
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Christian Medical and Dental Association
Society of Interventional Radiology
As a Ph.D. of Engineering Science with a concentration in Medical Signal and Image Processing from Dartmouth College, Dr. John Battiston brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and technical expertise to our neuroradiology team who provides our hospitals and doctors for 24/7 coverage and access.
Outside of radiology Dr. Battiston enjoys playing bass guitar and keyboard with his band, serving on the board of the Hickory Music Factory, studying modern foreign languages and traveling to Europe.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
CAQ in Neuroradiology
Fellowship
Neuroradiology Radiology
University of Virginia Health System
Residency
University of Virginia Health System
Education
Ph. D. Engineering Science
Dartmouth College
Medical Degree
University of Vermont College of Medicine
Memberships
American College of Radiology (ACR)
American Society of Neuroradiology (ASNR)
Dr. John Bools has practiced with Catawba Radiology for nearly 30 years and currently serves as the President of the practice as well as Vice Chief of Radiology for Catawba Valley Medical Center. As an Interventional Radiologist he is passionate about interventional oncology and the ever evolving options it brings to cancer patients.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Residency
Ohio State University
Education
Medical Degree
Medical College of Ohio
Dr. Matt Dyson is fellowship trained in Breast Imaging with a special interest in mammography and breast biopsy. Beyond breast imaging, he also specializes in body imaging and general radiology.
Matt grew up in Taylorsville and was excited to be able to return to this area to practice Radiology. His favorite place to be is with his family. He can often be found in small western NC streams fishing for trout. When it’s too hot to fish, he ties flies, kayaks and enjoys photography.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Fellowship
Breast Imaging
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Residency
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Education
Medical Degree
University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill
Dr. Steve Farris is a diagnostic radiologist with a specialized focus in PET/CT scans, body imaging and nuclear and molecular imaging. He currently serves as Vice Chief of Diagnostic Imaging for Caldwell Memorial Hospital.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Residency
UMASS Memorial Healthcare, Inc.
Education
Medical Degree
Northwestern University Feinburg School of Medicine
Dr. Keith Harper is fellowship trained from Duke University Medical Center in Musculoskeletal radiology and brings his breadth of experience and knowledge to the musculoskeletal team with a commitment to quality and care for patients, providers and hospital staff.
Dr. Harper likes spending family time with his wife and 4 children boating and going to the mountains.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Fellowship
Musculoskeletal Radiology
Duke University Medical Center
Residency
Boston University School of Medicine
Education
Medical Degree
Boston University School of Medicine
Memberships
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS)
Society of Skeletal Radiology
Dr. Adrian Holtzman is fellowship trained from the UNC Chapel Hill in Body Imaging, bringing his breadth of experience to the breast, cardiac, and nuclear and molecular imaging teams.
Dr. Holtzman is involved in the building and restoration of this community and is a part of various medical-related committees. He enjoys spending time with his family and dogs, hiking, cycling, skiing and paddle boarding. No matter what activity he’s involved in, he does it living joyfully in the hope of Christ!
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Fellowship
Body Imaging
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Residency
Albany Medical Center
Education
Medical Degree
Medical College of Georgia
Memberships
American College of Radiology (ACR)
American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS)
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
Dr. Todd Jacobs currently serves as Chief of Radiology for Frye Regional Medical Center. He is fellowship trained from Duke University Medical Center in Musculoskeletal radiology, bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge to both our musculoskeletal and cardiac imaging teams that serve our local hospitals and referring physicians around the clock.
Dr. Jacobs enjoys going to church, spending time with family and taking day trips. His ideal destination- the mountains, but you won’t catch him climbing one.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Fellowship
Musculoskeletal Radiology
Duke University Medical Center
Residency
Duke University Medical Center
Education
Medical Degree
Duke University
Memberships
American College of Radiology (ACR)
North Carolina Radiological Society (NCRS)
Dr. Eric Johnson is part of the subspecialized neuroradiology team providing expert neurological imaging to patients in our area. He is fellowship trained from the prestigious Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology and CAQ qualified in Neuroradiology. He serves on multiple committees at Frye Regional Medical Center.
Dr. Johnson enjoys travel, hiking, kayaking, and rooting for his St. Louis Cardinals. On a sunny weekend, you might find him canoeing with his family on the lake or launching model rockets with his boys.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
CAQ Certified in Diagnostic Neuroradiology
Fellowship
Diagnostic Neuroradiology
Washington University in St. Louis, Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology
Residency
University of Tennessee Methodist Healthcare
Education
Medical Degree
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memberships
American College of Radiology (ACR)
American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS)
American Society of Head & Neck Radiology (ASHNR)
American Society of Neuroradiology (ASNR)
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
Dr. Eric Meredith currently serves as Chief of Radiology for Catawba Valley Medical Center and is a member of Catawba Radiology’s Executive Committee. Beyond diagnostics, Dr. Meredith is a fellowship trained Body Imaging specialist and is a part of our body imaging team and cancer treatment and intervention team.
Prior to medical school Dr. Meredith served as a lieutenant in the US Air Force. He is an avid bike rider and runner who enjoys the hills around Hickory. For rest and recovery he likes to escape to the mountains for camping and playing outdoors with his family.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Fellowship
Abdominal Imaging
Emory University School of Medicine
Residency
Emory University School of Medicine
Education
Medical Degree
University of Texas Medical School at Houston
Memberships
American College of Radiology (ACR)
American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS)
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
Dr. Brian Rhodes is fellowship trained in Interventional radiology. His clinical experience and technical knowledge in interventional oncology adds a variety of new options for cancer patients.
Dr. Rhodes enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. In the fall, you’ll either find him faithfully cheering on his LSU Tigers or working on his swing at the golf course.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Fellowship
Interventional Radiology
University of Florida Health, Jacksonville
Residency
Tulane University School of Medicine
Education
Medical Degree
Louisiana State University School of Medicine
Memberships
American College of Radiology (ACR)
Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR)
Dr. Charles Scheil has served as Chief of Staff for Catawba Valley Medical Center, is a Catawba Radiology Executive Committee member and Board of Directors Emeritus member. He brings his breadth of knowledge and clinical experience to the musculoskeletal, mammography and interventional imaging teams at Catawba Radiology.
Dr. Scheil, pronounced “Shile” (rhyming with “smile”) is locally bred, growing up in Lenoir, and was valedictorian of the first graduating class at West Caldwell High School. He enjoys traveling with his wonderful family and friends, hiking, fishing and boating on Lake Hickory. As an active community advocate, he support First United Methodist Church Hickory and has a passion for handbells as a member of their Chancel Ringers. He also passionately supports the Hickory Community Theatre as a Board of Emeritus member.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Residency
University of Florida
Education
Medical Degree
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Memberships
American College of Radiology (ACR)
American Medical Association (AMA)
American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS)
North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS)
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
Dr. Knox Tate currently serves as the Chief of Staff for Catawba Valley Medical Center and is a member of the Catawba Radiology Executive Committee. He is fellowship trained from Duke University Medical Center in Neuroradiology and provides subspecialized expertise in this area to local hospitals and referring physicians.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
CAQ in Neuroradiology
Fellowship
Neuroradiology Radiology
Duke University Medical Center
Residency
Emory University
Education
Medical Degree
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Dr. Ray Williams is fellowship trained in interventional radiology. His clinical experience and technical knowledge in interventional oncology add a variety of new options for cancer patients.
Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Fellowship
Interventional Radiology
University of Minnesota
Residency
University of Kentucky Medical Center
Education
Medical Degree
Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
Memberships
American College of Radiology (ACR)
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