About
Dr. Jeffrey Carley earned his undergraduate degree Summa Cum Laude from Loyola University Chicago before completing his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, finishing near the top of his class. He completed his residency training in family medicine at Sun Coast Hospital in Largo, FL. During his postgraduate years, he served as both chief intern and chief administrative resident, and he helped educate hundreds of physicians in training.
Dr. Carley holds board certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Family Practice and has practiced medicine for 24 years. He opened his patient-focused practice in Kings Mountain, NC, more than 20 years ago. His clinical interests span metabolism concerns, fatigue, memory loss, cardiovascular disease, kidney dysfunction, liver disease, osteopathic medicine, and anti-aging medicine. He approaches each patient from a holistic perspective, treating the mind, body, and spirit together. He also serves as a team physician for Kings Mountain High School and Gardner-Webb University, a role he has held for over a decade. Outside of medicine, Dr. Carley enjoys teaching, soccer, trail running, bicycling, hiking, fishing, and spending time with his children.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Loyola University Chicago (Summa Cum Laude)
Medical School
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, Sun Coast Hospital, Largo, FL
Additional Training
Chief intern and chief administrative resident during postgraduate training at Sun Coast Hospital
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Carley right for?
Dr. Carley is a strong fit for adults of any age who want a physician to evaluate symptoms like fatigue, memory changes, and metabolic issues with genuine depth. Patients managing cardiovascular disease, kidney dysfunction, liver disease, or arthritis benefit from his integrated clinical perspective. He serves patients across Kings Mountain, Shelby, Gastonia, and neighboring communities in both North Carolina and South Carolina. Athletes and active patients also benefit from his decade-plus experience as a team physician at the high school and university level.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Carley focuses on a wide range of conditions including metabolism concerns, fatigue, memory loss, cardiovascular disease, kidney dysfunction, liver disease, and arthritis. He evaluates these conditions using an integrated perspective rather than attributing them solely to aging. He also offers osteopathic and anti-aging support when clinically appropriate.
Yes. Dr. Carley holds board certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Family Practice. He earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his family medicine residency at Sun Coast Hospital in Largo, FL.
Dr. Carley practices comprehensive, holistic medicine that addresses the mind, body, and spirit. He believes medical knowledge is most effective when a physician pairs it with compassion and individualized attention. He takes time to listen, co-develops care plans with patients, and provides ongoing follow-up.
Dr. Carley has practiced medicine for 24 years. He established his patient-focused practice in Kings Mountain, NC, more than 20 years ago. Earlier in his career, he served as chief intern and chief administrative resident during postgraduate training at Sun Coast Hospital.
Dr. Carley graduated Summa Cum Laude from Loyola University Chicago for his undergraduate studies. He then earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, finishing near the top of his class. He completed his internship and residency at Sun Coast Hospital in Largo, FL.
Yes. Dr. Carley welcomes members of all ages into his MDVIP-affiliated practice. He serves patients from Kings Mountain and surrounding communities throughout western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina.
Yes. Dr. Carley has served as a team physician for Kings Mountain High School and Gardner-Webb University for over a decade. He works with athletic trainers to support the sport fitness and health of student athletes.
Yes. Dr. Carley refers patients to specialists when needed. Through the MDVIP network, he can also connect patients with physicians at some of the country's leading medical institutions for care beyond what is available locally.
Doctor profile last updated August 15, 2026