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KNOXVILLE, TN (January 24, 2023) Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, claiming the lives of more than 650,000 people each year. Here are some other facts everyone should know about heart disease: In the U.S., one person dies every 34 seconds from cardiovascular disease. Every year, about 800,000 Americans suffer a heart attack. Nearly half of American adults (47%) suffer from high blood pressure, or hypertension, which increases the risk of a heart attack and stroke. However, ... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (January 20, 2023) Obesity is one of the most common diseases in the U.S., affecting more than one-third of adults and causing 300,000 deaths annually. Significant excess weight affects quality of life and overall health, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, liver disease, sleep apnea and some cancers. For chronic obesity, bariatric surgery provides long-term weight loss while reducing the risk of weight-related conditions and in some cases can eliminate them comp... ... Read More

Knoxville, TN (December 12, 2022) – Winter holidays, parties and social gatherings often provide opportunities to overindulge, but when it comes to alcohol, moderation is important for maintaining good heart health. “Holiday heart syndrome,” or atrial fibrillation (AFib) brought on by binge drinking, can occur in healthy adults without any existing heart conditions and is commonly diagnosed around the holidays. AFib is an irregular and sometimes rapid heart rhythm that if left untreated can lead to bloo... ... Read More

Knoxville, TN (November 30, 2022) – Strokes, or “brain attacks,” claim the lives of nearly 160,000 Americans each year. As the fifth leading killer and the most common cause of disability, strokes devastate individuals and families every day. However, strokes can be prevented by up to 80% through adopting a healthy lifestyle and controlling stroke risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. According to the National Stroke Association, two million brain cells die every minute d... ... Read More

Grade ‘A’ is a Testament of Team Dedication to High-Quality Patient Care Knoxville, TN (November 17, 2022) – Tennova Healthcare’s Turkey Creek Medical Center and North Knoxville Medical Center announced that they were each awarded their 4th consecutive highest grade, an “A,” from the Leapfrog Group for the fall 2022 hospital safety grade scoring period. The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit that evaluates the safety, quality and patient experience provided by hospitals across the country. Safety gr... ... Read More

Knoxville, TN (November 8, 2022) – Millions of Americans struggle with seasonal depression, or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), each year. Commonly brought on during the fall and winter, the condition can occur during any seasonal change and last as long as four or five months. People with SAD may feel lethargic or moody and tend to sleep more. Symptoms also can include social withdrawal, trouble concentrating, weight gain, and feelings of depression. According to the National Institute of Mental Heal... ... Read More

Schedule appointments, tests and surgeries to maximize your health plan benefits before year end. Knoxville, TN (October 31, 2022) – As the holidays approach, it’s easy to forget to take advantage of your insurance benefits. Now is a good time to review your outstanding health care needs and take full advantage of paid-up deductibles or available funds in Flexible Spending Accounts while you still can. “In considering their health care needs, people should also consider the best strategy for using their... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (September 23, 2022) – Tennova Medical Group recently opened a new Tennova Primary Care – Alcoa office, located at 308 Fountainview Circle, Alcoa, TN. This location is one of several that have been opened this year by Tennova Healthcare to meet growing community needs. The new primary care provider for this location is Alan N. Smiy, M.D. To schedule your appointment, call 865-672-5290 or visit tennovamedicalgroup.com !. Dr. Alan N. Smiy is dedicated to caring for men, women and children ag... ... Read More

New addition brings the community additional access to much needed medical services. Knoxville, TN (August 17, 2022) – On Tuesday, August 9, Tennova and partner physicians were joined by Knox City Councilman, Andrew Roberto, and Knox County Commissioner John Schoonmaker for the ribbon cutting of the new Middlebrook Surgery Center at Tennova Health Park. Patients are now scheduling outpatient surgeries at this new facility, conveniently located at 1210 Tennova Medical Way. Middlebrook Surgery Center offe... ... Read More

POWELL, TN (May 25, 2022) – A groundbreaking ceremony for Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center took place Tuesday to kick off a $67.5 million construction project adding a new four story patient tower and expanded healthcare services for Knox County. Representatives of the Tennova East Market were joined by elected officials, community leaders and other VIPs at the celebratory event. The approximately 98,000 square foot patient tower at Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center will increase the hospital... ... Read More