Harris Regional Hospital welcomes Benedicta Pongo, PA to its medical staff
June 6, 2024
Harris Regional Hospital is pleased to welcome Benedicta Pongo, PA to its medical staff. Pongo will practice at Harris Family Care – Franklin alongside Jeremy Hutson, DO, Angela Riccio, DO, Clayton Davis, MD, and Caroline Morris, NP.
Pongo graduated with a Master of Science in Medicine as a Physician Assistant from Trevecca Nazarene University in August 2023, having previously earned a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Ghana.
Benedicta’s diverse clinical rotations included pediatrics, general surgery, internal medicine, emergency medicine, family medicine, and mental health, with an international rotation in surgery and tropical medicine at Baptist Medical Center in Nalerigu, Ghana. These experiences have equipped her with thorough skills and a compassionate approach to person-centered patient care.
"Joining Harris Family Care - Franklin is an exciting opportunity for me to engage with the community and provide high-quality, accessible healthcare," said Pongo. "I am passionate about building relationships with my patients and supporting their health journey from the very first visit."
Originally from Ghana, Pongo’s journey into medicine was motivated by the scarcity of medical care in her home country. She hopes to someday return to Ghana to address the challenges of affordability, accessibility, and limited resources known to her country of origin. During her time at Trevecca, she took part in an international rotation that allowed her to give back to her home country, solidifying her commitment to making a difference in underserved areas.
Pongo enjoys cooking, reading, and spending time with her husband and two children. Her family’s recent move to western North Carolina offers an appealing change of pace from city life, and she looks forward to becoming an integral part of the community.
"We are thrilled to welcome Benedicta Pongo to our local primary care landscape," said Ashley Hindman, CEO of Harris Regional Hospital. "Her diverse background, dedication to patient care, and passion for making a difference align perfectly with our mission to provide exceptional healthcare to our community."
For more information or to schedule an appointment with Benedicta Pongo, PA, please contact Harris Family Care - Franklin at 828.349.3550 or visit HarrisMedicalGroup.com.