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Tennova Healthcare – Clarksville recently honored 83 employees for their service to the hospital and its patients. “We honor these employees for the care and compassion they display to our patients and their family members,” said Alex Villa, Tennova Healthcare – Clarksville CEO. Those who were honored for their five-year increments of service had a combined total of 1,145 years as hospital employees. Contributing the most years were Velda Wilcox, LPN, Nursery, with 40 years of service and Cindy Perigo, ... ... Read More

LEBANON, TENNESSEE – Brian R. Carlson, M.D., a board-certified pathologist with Pathologists’ Laboratory P.C. in Hermitage, TN, has been name Physician of the Quarter by Tennova Healthcare — Lebanon. Dr. Carlson was nominated by the hospital’s medical staff and selected by the awards committee which noted that he exemplified Tennova’s mission of strengthening the health of the community by delivering exceptional, compassionate, quality care. An active member of the medical staff at Tennova Healthcare — ... ... Read More

Technology finds significantly more invasive breast cancers than a traditional mammogram KNOXVILLE, TN (May 8, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare now offers three-dimensional (3D) mammography for breast cancer screening at Turkey Creek Medical Center. Breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) helps detect breast cancer in its earliest and most treatable stages. The health system also offers 3D mammography at North Knoxville Medical Center. Breast tomosynthesis produces a three-dimensional view of the breast tissue ... ... Read More

The Wound Care Center at Tennova Healthcare – Clarksville has once again been recognized with the Robert A. Warriner III Center of Excellence award for continued excellence in wound healing. The Center of Excellence award is given to Wound Care Centers® in the Healogics network that have met the highest level of quality standards for a minimum of two consecutive years. Tennova Healthcare – Clarksville’s Wound Care Center has achieved patient satisfaction rates higher than 92 percent, a healing rate of a... ... Read More

Women receive special pampering and a gift when they schedule a screening mammogram KNOXVILLE, TN (April 15, 2019) – As we get ready to celebrate the special women in our lives, Tennova Healthcare is encouraging people to talk to their moms about the importance of getting screened for breast cancer. While it may not sound like the traditional Mother’s Day gift, having a simple conversation could save a life. Tennova is offering a Mother’s Day Mammogram Special this year at six locations. Bring your mom,... ... Read More

Each year, Tennova Healthcare - Shelbyville is proud to honor exemplary employees. During the 4th Quarter of each year, one extraordinary employee, one exceptional clinical manager and one exceptional non-clinical manager are selected by their peers and management. Tennova Healthcare - Shelbyville chooses these employees based on their dedication, exceptional patient care, professionalism, and outstanding efforts to maintain excellence in all they do. “These employees promote a culture of service and qu... ... Read More

Ranking reflects care that is effective, efficient, timely, and patient-centered LEBANON, TENNESSEE (March 18, 2019) – Tennova Rehab Center at McFarland announced that in the most recent rankings it placed in the top ten percent of inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRF) in the Uniform Data System for Medical Rehabilitation (UDSMR) database. Nearly 875 US-based IRFs were ranked in 2018, making Tennova Rehab Center at McFarland a top-100 facility. “This recognition acknowledges the hard work and dedica... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (March 8, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare, The University of Tennessee Medical Center (UTMC) and Kindred Healthcare today announced they are creating a joint venture to construct and operate a 57-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital on land owned by Tennova near the corner of Middlebrook Pike and Old Weisgarber Road in Knoxville. The inpatient rehabilitation facility will be named Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital. “This will truly be a joint effort, relying equally on the expertise and talent... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (March 7, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare is pleased to announce that North Knoxville Medical Center has received accreditation as a Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology (ACC), a national organization dedicated to transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health. Heart Attack Warning Signs For both men and women, the most common sign of a heart attack is chest pain that may spread to the shoulders or arms Other common signs of a heart attack include: Discomfort bet... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (March 5, 2019) – The Birthing Center at Newport Medical Center is now fully open after a two-month phased remodeling project to enhance the environment of care for patients and their families. The 6,500-square-foot labor and delivery unit features private patient rooms, the latest technology, and experienced physicians and staff. Tennova Healthcare will hold a Community Open House at The Birthing Center from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 14, 2019. A ribbon-cutting ceremony wil... ... Read More