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Newport, TN, (August 13th, 2024) – The midpoint of the year is a good time to review health insurance policies to ensure you will get the most out of plan benefits, especially if you have already met the annual deductible. Many insurance plans will cover most, if not all, costs for eligible medical procedures and treatments once an individual meets the deductible and out of pocket maximum, making the second half of the year an opportune time to schedule any necessary or elective medical procedures that ... ... Read More

Temperatures across the United States are rising and so are incidents of heat exhaustion. In fact, between 2016 and 2021, the number of patients diagnosed with heat exhaustion between the months of May and September rose by 53%. Heat exhaustion is the body’s response to an excessive loss of water and salt. Symptoms include dizziness, headache, nausea and muscle cramps and the condition is more likely to affect the elderly, those with high blood pressure and people who work in a hot environment according... ... Read More

[Newport, TN - July 11th, 2024] – Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center proudly announces the addition of Annette Goodman, D.O., as their newest neurological specialist at Tennova Neurology - Newport. With an impressive background in neurological care, Dr. Goodman brings an abundance of knowledge and experience that will enhance patient care available to the Newport community. Tennova Neurology - Newport is set to provide quality neurological services under the guidance of Annette Goodman, D.O. Lo... ... Read More

[Newport, TN , June 27th]– As Independence Day approaches, Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center emphasizes the importance of fireworks safety to prevent injuries and avoid a trip to the emergency department. While fireworks have been an integral part of Fourth of July festivities since 1777, it has not been without risk and should be handled only by experienced pyrotechnicians. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, fireworks-related incidents have led to a significant number o... ... Read More

[Newport, TN , June 17th] – Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center has introduced the addition of a new 64-slice computed tomography (CT) scanner that is capable of creating full 3D images within seconds. This technology can take 64 images within one rotation around a patient in order to provide more accurate and timely diagnostics while being noninvasive. This gives Tennova Healthcare - Newport the incredible opportunity to perform effective exams that are more convenient to our patients and elimi... ... Read More

[NEWPORT, TN, June 3rd] – As summer approaches and children gear up for outdoor activities and sports, Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center is reminding parents and young athletes alike to prioritize safety on and off the field. With the rise in children's sports injuries during this time of year, Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center’s emergency room is prepared to provide knowledgeable care when accidents happen. From scraped knees to broken bones, sports-related injuries can happen in th... ... Read More

Hospital Week May 12 -18 - Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center Celebrates Hospital Week Honoring Healthcare Employees [NEWPORT, TN], [May 14] –Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center proudly announces its celebration of Hospital Week, a dedicated time to honor the valued efforts of our healthcare professionals, support staff, and all those who play pivotal roles in delivering exceptional patient care. From May 12 to 18, 2024, Tennova Healthcare- Newport Medical Center will host a series of s... ... Read More

[NEWPORT, TN ], [May 6th] – Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center is proud to honor the incredible contributions of nurses during Nurses Week. As the backbone of our healthcare system, nurses play a crucial role in providing quality care, comfort, and support to our patients and their families. As part of its commitment to supporting and empowering nurses, Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center continues to invest in professional development opportunities, advanced training, and resources to ... ... Read More

Delivers essential medical services and broad impact to the larger community Knoxville, TN (April 12, 2024) – Over the course of 2023, Tennova Healthcare played a vital role helping people get well and live healthier at more than 769,500 patient encounters across its five hospitals and growing network of Tennova Medical Group physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. At more than 115,800 emergency department visits each year, lifesaving medically necessary care is provided for all patients r... ... Read More

Newport, TN (April 10, 2024) Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center welcomes new board-certified general surgeon Darby Pope, M.D., to Tennova General Surgery - Newport. Dr. Pope graduated from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Center in Baltimore, MD, and completed his general surgical internship and residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH, and completed his thoracic surgery residency at St. Luke’s Hospital, University of Missouri in Kansas City. He has worked a... ... Read More