About
Dr. Melissa Jones, DO, founded Priority Care, PC in Charlotte after training at some of the country's strong family medicine programs. She earned her B.S. in Biology from Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi. She then completed her medical degree at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, where she trained in osteopathic medicine. Her residency in Family Medicine took place at Carolinas Medical Center, now part of Atrium Health, right here in Charlotte.
Dr. Jones considered neurology during medical school but chose family medicine for its whole-body approach and the chance to build lasting patient relationships. Her osteopathic training included more than 200 additional hours of musculoskeletal study and hands-on work in osteopathic manipulation therapy. She spent a month with Samaritan's Purse in Kenya providing direct healthcare services. She is passionate about transgender health and follows WPATH Standards of Care when providing feminization and masculinization therapy. Dr. Jones serves as Board President of Transcend Charlotte and belongs to both the Charlotte Transgender Healthcare Group and the Plaza Midwood Merchants Association. Outside the office, she walks the trails at Evergreen Nature Reserve with her Mini Australian Shepherd, Roscoe, explores Charlotte neighborhoods by bike, and runs two book clubs.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
B.S. in Biology, Millsaps College, Jackson, Mississippi
Medical School
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, Kansas City, MO
Residency
Family Medicine, Carolinas Medical Center (now Atrium Health), Charlotte, NC
Additional Training
200+ additional hours of musculoskeletal study and osteopathic manipulation therapy as part of osteopathic training
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Jones right for?
Dr. Jones works well with patients ages 5 and up who want a consistent, relationship-driven primary care provider. Adults managing chronic conditions, allergies, or skin health concerns benefit from her broad clinical scope. Transgender patients seeking feminization or masculinization therapy find a knowledgeable and affirming partner in Dr. Jones. Patients who value transparent pricing, same-day access, and a doctor with osteopathic training also fit well here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Jones treats a wide range of conditions across family and preventive medicine. Her clinical focus includes chronic disease management, allergy treatment, skin cancer screening, and gynecology. She also provides feminization and masculinization therapy for transgender patients following WPATH Standards of Care.
Yes. Dr. Jones earned her DO degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. Her osteopathic training included over 200 additional hours of musculoskeletal study and hands-on work in osteopathic manipulation therapy.
Yes. Dr. Jones is passionate about transgender health and provides both feminization and masculinization therapy. She follows WPATH Standards of Care in her approach. She also serves as Board President of Transcend Charlotte and belongs to the Charlotte Transgender Healthcare Group.
Dr. Jones completed her Family Medicine residency at Carolinas Medical Center, now part of Atrium Health, in Charlotte, NC. That training kept her rooted in the community she now serves through Priority Care, PC.
Dr. Jones offers both allergy treatment and SLIT therapy, also known as sublingual immunotherapy. SLIT therapy allows patients to build tolerance to allergens through drops administered under the tongue. This is an alternative to traditional allergy shots for patients who prefer a non-injection approach.
Yes. Dr. Jones sees patients ages 5 and up. She provides school and sports physicals along with routine well-child and family medicine visits.
Dr. Jones specializes in both family medicine and preventive medicine. Her clinical work emphasizes catching and managing health concerns early. She offers annual wellness exams, diet and fitness consultations, and skin cancer screening as part of that preventive focus.
Yes. Dr. Jones spent a month with Samaritan's Purse in Kenya providing direct healthcare services. That experience deepened her commitment to accessible, hands-on primary care.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026