Hospital News
Lifepoint Health and Ascension Saint Thomas Partner to Advance Healthcare for Middle Tennesseans
December 1, 2023
Organizations form new joint venture bringing together Lifepoint’s Highpoint Health System with Ascension Saint Thomas to enhance access, clinical excellence and service NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Lifepoint Health and Ascension Saint Thomas have formed a joint venture to expand access to high quality care and services in Northern Middle Tennessee. As part...
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Understanding and Preventing Diabetes
November 30, 2023
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that causes blood sugar levels to rise far above what’s healthy. This disease affects millions of Americans, but with medical testing and healthy lifestyle choices, it’s preventable.
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New Primary Care Providers to Support Smith County Families
November 29, 2023
Carthage Family Wellness has added two new primary care providers to their team. As the city of Carthage and surrounding communities continue to grow, it is important to add providers to care for these local families.
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Riverview Regional Recognized for Performance Leadership by The Chartis Center for Rural Health
November 17, 2023
Riverview Regional Medical Center (RRMC) has been recognized with a 2023 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Quality.
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Riverview Regional Jump Starts Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program with Open House and Ribbon Cutting
October 24, 2023
Riverview Regional Medical Center (RRMC) hosted an open house and ribbon cutting to celebrate the newly established Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. Community members, local businesses, the Smith County Chamber of Commerce and RRMC team members were invited to learn about program offerings, see new equipment, and celebrate the new service that...
read moreSmith County Chamber Corner Hosted at Riverview Regional
October 16, 2023
The October Smith County Chamber Corner was hosted at Riverview Regional Medical Center. On top of hearing from other community business and programs, several team members from RRMC discussed the Diabetes Education Center, 3D Mammograms, and the new Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program.
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Understanding Prostate Cancer
September 26, 2023
Prostate cancer is a condition often heard about, but perhaps seldom fully understood. In recognition of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we asked Dr. Richard T. Rutherford, family medicine physician, to answer some of the most frequently asked questions concerning this common form of cancer.
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Sheldon the Schnoodle Brings Healing through Joy to Riverview Regional Patients
September 22, 2023
Meet Sheldon, a 4-year-old Giant Teddy Bear Schnoodle, who volunteers as a Service Animal at Riverview Regional Medical Center (RRMC).
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Jonathon Srour, DPM, AACFAS, Co-Authors Chapters on Cutting Edge Arthroscopy Ankle Joint Techniques
September 8, 2023
Riverview Regional Medical Center (RRMC) is proud to announce that Dr. Jonathon Srour, Podiatric Foot and Ankle Surgeon who sees patients at the RRMC Specialty Clinic, recently co-authored two chapters in the latest edition of Clinics in Podiatric Medicine.
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Riverview Regional Receives ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI
August 31, 2023
The American College of Cardiology has recognized Riverview Regional Medical Center (RRMC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. RRMC was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI in August based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat...
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