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Physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist aims to restore quality of life for patients with physical impairment or disabilities KNOXVILLE, TN (October 29, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Sharon E. Glass M.D., physiatrist, to her new medical practice Tennova Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation – East Towne, located at 4711 Centerline Drive in Knoxville. Same-week appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call 865-647-3280. Dr. Glass is dedicated to the evaluation and t... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (October 17, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare announced today the availability of a toll-free helpline designed to help Medicare beneficiaries select a health plan that fits their needs and budget. The free helpline connects callers with local licensed agents who can assist in comparing traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Supplement and Prescription plans, and then facilitate enrollment in the plan selected. Through this program it will be easier for Medicare beneficiaries to find a plan t... ... 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

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, TENN (December 27, 2018) – Tennova Healthcare in East Tennessee is finalizing steps to end operations of Physicians Regional Medical Center on Oak Hill Avenue in Knoxville and Lakeway Regional Hospital in Morristown by the end of this year. As part of a strategic reorganization of services announced in January, Tennova is growing capacity at its North Knoxville Medical Center and Turkey Creek Medical Center campuses and enhancing services at its affiliated hospitals in Jefferson City, LaFolle... ... Read More

Health system offers both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for patients with heart disease KNOXVILLE, TN (April 26, 2018) – On Wednesday, April 25, the Tennessee Health Services and Development Agency (THSDA) unanimously approved Tennova Healthcare’s application for a Certificate of Need (CON) to expand the existing cardiac catheterization service at North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell to include interventional procedures, including balloon angioplasty and stenting. “We are gratified that THSD... ... Read More

Women receive special pampering and a gift when they schedule a screening mammogram KNOXVILLE, TN (April 25, 2018) – 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 eight locations. Bring your mo... ... Read More

Dr. Gabriel Ojeda and Dr. Janet Eichholz specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease KNOXVILLE, TN (April 18, 2018) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Gabriel Ojeda, M.D., cardiologist, to his new medical practice at Tennova Cardiology – Tellico. He is accepting new patients at his office in the Tellico Village community at 202 Dohi Drive, Loudon, Tennessee. Dr. Ojeda will also see patients at East Tennessee Heart Consultants on the campus of Turkey Creek Medical Center, 10800 Parksid... ... Read More

You may already appreciate the value of a good night’s sleep. After all, who wants to fall asleep during a much-anticipated lunch date or that important 3 p.m. conference call? However, Tennova Healthcare reports one of the best reasons to consistently pursue the right amount of quality sleep is the impact it can have on your heart health. “In the last 50 years, sleep duration has decreased an average of two hours per night for adults in the United States,” said Dewey McWhirter, M.D., a sleep medicine p... ... Read More

Women receive special pampering and a gift when they schedule a screening mammogram KNOXVILLE, TN (January 29, 2018) – As we get ready to celebrate the sweethearts in our lives, Tennova Healthcare is encouraging people to talk to their moms, sisters, daughters, wives and girlfriends about the importance of getting screened for breast cancer. While it may not sound like the traditional Valentine’s Day gift, having a simple conversation could save a life. Tennova is offering Valentine’s Day Mammogram Spec... ... Read More