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Methodist is an Advanced Primary Stroke Center

Methodist Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers. The Gold Seal of Approval® and the Heart-Check mark represent symbols of quality from their respective organizations. During the certification process, Methodist underwent a rigorous onsite […]

Obstructive sleep apnea topic of January Health Night on the Town

Obstructive sleep apnea is a disorder that involves the cessation of breath­ing for 10 seconds or more at least five times per hour during sleep. It can be a mild problem or a life-threatening condition. When people with this problem sleep, their mus­cles relax and upper airway tissues located in the back of their mouth […]

Methodist’s First Baby of 2018 “Cruises” into New Year!

Not in a rush to make his debut, Methodist Medical Center’s first baby of 2018 “cruised” into the New Year at 1:48 p.m. on January 2, 2018. Ethan Michael Cruse was born to proud parents John and Anndrea Cruse of Oak Ridge. Amazing experience Ethan was delivered by Methodist Medical Center OB/GYN, Dr. Scott Peters […]

Black Friday is for the Birds!

Shop the Methodist Medical Center Volunteer Silent Auction for the best deals this season! Beat the Christmas rush and start checking off your list at this annual auction, which features hundreds of unique gifts for the home, health & beauty products and services, plus dining and travel options, tickets to local and regional entertainment, a […]

Falls Prevention for Seniors at October Health Night program

An accidental fall can happen to anyone. But a fall for a senior can have devastating effects. Balance related falls account for 50 percent of accidental deaths in people over 65. Reduce falls by organizing your home environment. You can also learn strength and balance exercises to decrease your fall risk.  Join vestibular therapist Kristine […]

You’re Invited to a Special Ladies’ Night Out Mammography Party!

A special ladies’ night out mammogram party will be held at the Oak Ridge Breast Center on Monday, October 16 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. You are invited to attend with your mother, your daughter, your best friend or someone else whose health you care about. Screening mammograms will be provided […]

Welcome Ashley Davis, FNP-BC

Covenant Medical Group is proud to welcome Ashley Davis, FNP-BC to Oak Ridge Gastroenterology Associates and Covenant Health.

Learn about Prostate Cancer Treatment Options at September Health Night Event

Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer among American men with over 160,000 new cases estimated to be diagnosed this year, according to the American Cancer Society. When faced with prostate cancer, it is important to know all of your options and work with your physician to discuss what treatment is best for you.  […]