Brian McLendon, MD

General Surgery (Acute Care Surgery)

Dr. Brian McLendon is part of United Hospital Center’s General Surgery practice, specializing in acute care surgery. He began his medical career in nursing, earning an associate degree in nursing from Robeson Community College in Lumberton, N.C.

Dr. McLendon holds a Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a biomedical concentration from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University in Greenville, N.C. He completed his internship and general surgery residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth.

Prior to joining United Hospital Center, Dr. McLendon practiced in Reading, Pa., as part of a five-physician group providing elective and emergency surgery, as well as endoscopic services, at a 738-bed teaching hospital and Level 1 trauma center.

A U.S. Navy veteran, Dr. McLendon served as part of a Fleet Surgical Team. His extensive clinical experience also includes leadership roles in nursing and emergency services at Southeastern Regional Medical Center in Lumberton, N.C.

Throughout his career, Dr. McLendon has been recognized for outstanding surgical care in civilian and military settings. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons and is board certified in surgery.