About
Jeffrey Polgar, MD joined Mountain Medical Arts after fulfilling his National Health Service Corps obligation at Blue Ridge Medical Center. He holds board certification in both Family Practice and Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Dr. Polgar shares the practice's commitment to staying current with research in standard and novel approaches to health and disease. He practices in Burnsville, North Carolina, serving the Yancey County community alongside his wife, Dr. Kelly Rothe.
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Who is Dr. Polgar right for?
Dr. Polgar is a strong fit for patients seeking a family medicine physician with deep roots in the Yancey County community. Adults managing chronic conditions or facing serious illness benefit from his dual certification in Family Practice and Hospice and Palliative Medicine. He works well with patients who value a physician committed to ongoing learning and evidence-based care. His approach suits those who want a long-term relationship with a trusted family doctor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Polgar holds board certification in both Family Practice and Hospice and Palliative Medicine. These credentials allow him to provide comprehensive primary care alongside expert symptom management for patients with serious illness.
Dr. Polgar completed his National Health Service Corps obligation at Blue Ridge Medical Center in Western North Carolina. After fulfilling that commitment, he joined Mountain Medical Arts, the practice his wife Dr. Kelly Rothe founded. He has practiced in Yancey County alongside her ever since.
Yes. Dr. Polgar holds board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. He provides palliative care for patients managing serious illness and hospice care for patients approaching end of life. He also guides patients and families through advance care planning conversations.
Dr. Polgar takes a team-based approach that considers the full picture of a patient's health. He factors in wellness history, lifestyle, nutrition, and behavioral health when building a care plan. He stays current with research in both standard practices and emerging approaches to disease management.
Dr. Polgar treats patients across all ages, from birth through the end of life. His family medicine training and palliative care certification allow him to care for patients at every stage. He serves the Yancey County community in Western North Carolina.
Yes. Dr. Polgar practices alongside his wife, Dr. Kelly Rothe, and Jonathan Polgar, PA-C. The team also includes life-coach-style practitioners, a registered nurse, and medical assistants. The practice emphasizes listening and a collaborative team approach to patient health.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026