Hickory Pediatric Wellness is a pediatric clinic serving children and families in Catawba and Lincoln counties, Lake Norman, and the Charlotte metropolitan area. Led by board-certified pediatrician Dr. W.

Mark Barrett, the practice provides direct primary care with an emphasis on compassionate, child-friendly, and holistic treatment. Its services include well-child care, acute sick visits, and chronic disease management. The clinic also offers telehealth and home visits, subject to restrictions, and welcomes families seeking attentive care and clear communication about their child’s health.

Dr. Barrett brings 27 years of primary care pediatric experience, including outpatient and newborn care, and has served as a U. S.

Navy medical officer. The practice aims to support children’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being, and continues to explore integrative and natural approaches for children with special needs and chronic conditions. Hickory Pediatric Wellness serves communities including Hickory, Lenoir, Granite Falls, Lincolnton, Statesville, Charlotte, Gastonia, and Denver.

The clinic currently reports that it is closed to new patients, with plans to check back in Spring 2027