Dr.Ramesh Krishnaraj
president and Chief Medical Officer in Eastern North Carolina
Dr. Ramesh Krishnaraj is a seasoned Medical Director and primary care physician with over 27 years of experience in medicine.
A graduate of UNC Chapel Hill’s School of Medicine and Master of Public Health program, Dr. Krishnaraj has led in areas ranging from psychiatry and mental health to hospice and addiction recovery.
Under his leadership, Core Care Life now serves multiple locations across North Carolina, offering services ranging from routine checkups and chronic disease management to modern wellness solutions like IV therapy, weight loss, hormone optimization, and aesthetics.
At the heart of his mission is a commitment to continuity, empathy, and access. As the lead physician at Core Care Life, Dr. K is redefining what primary care looks like—where patients aren’t rushed, questions are welcomed, and long-term wellness is the goal.
With a focus on both clinical and emotional healing, he invites every patient to stop settling for the absence of illness and start thriving through true, proactive care.