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Tennova Healthcare - North Knoxville Medical Center, Turkey Creek Medical Center and Lafollette Medical Center earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them. “Receiving a Grade ‘A’ from The Leapfr... ... Read More

Tennova Healthcare – North Knoxville and Turkey Creek Medical Center are proud to celebrate Hospital Week, a dedicated time to recognize the vital contributions of our healthcare professionals, support staff, and every team member who plays a key role in delivering quality patient care. From May 11–17, 2024, Tennova Healthcare will host a series of special events and activities to show appreciation for the dedication and hard work of our staff. At Tennova Healthcare, we are committed to fostering a supp... ... Read More

Tennova Healthcare - Turkey Creek Medical Center and North Knoxville Medical Center are proud to recognize and celebrate National Nurses Week, May 6–12, by honoring the extraordinary dedication, compassion, and skill of its nursing staff across all hospitals and clinics. "At Tennova, our nurses are more than caregivers, they’re the heart and soul of our hospitals,” said Tony Benton, CEO of Tennova Healthcare - East Tennessee Market. “Their dedication to providing quality care to our patients and communi... ... Read More

For years, minimally invasive, robotic surgery has resulted in better outcomes and decreased recovery time for patients, and now Turkey Creek Medical Center is taking that care to the next level, with a newer, more sophisticated robotic system. Marc Campbell, D.O., chair of surgery at Tennova Surgical Associates, is among the surgeons at Tennova Healthcare – Turkey Creek who is using the new surgical system. “This technology offers enhanced precision, dexterity, and visualization which improves accuracy... ... Read More

[Knoxville, TN - April 9, 2025] – Tennova Healthcare hosted a ribbon-cutting for a new orthopedics and podiatry suite at 10800 Parkside Drive, Physician Plaza II, Suite 207 in Knoxville. The new location features modern, patient-centered resources designed to support and guide patients from diagnosis through treatment for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including joint pain, sports injuries, fractures, and foot and ankle issues. Providers serving patients in the new suite are orthopedic surg... ... Read More

Total Community Benefit Estimated $388 million in 2024 Knoxville, TN (April 2nd, 2025) - Tennova Healthcare - Turkey Creek Medical Center and Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with more than 514,000 patient encounters across its network of physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. In addition to delivering safe, quality, compassionate healthcare, the health system is helping those in need, supporting charitable organizatio... ... Read More

Tennova Healthcare - Turkey Creek Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of Justin Jones, M.D., to its orthopedic team. Dr. Jones is an experienced orthopedic surgeon dedicated to providing care to patients six months and older. Dr. Jones earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. He completed his residency at Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia, and further advanced his knowledge through a fellowship at the Insall Scott Kelly Institut... ... Read More

Tennova Healthcare proudly announces that four clinicians from Turkey Creek Medical Center and North Knoxville Medical Center have been recognized with Silver Lamp Awards by the Trinity Health Foundation of East Tennessee. This prestigious award recognizes healthcare professionals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation and dedication through their commitment to continuing education. From North Knoxville Medical Center, the award recipients are Madelaine Touzeau, OT, and Keely Hoekstra, PT. R... ... Read More

Prevalence of Atrial Fibrillation on the Rise Due to Lifestyle Factors, Aging Population The prevalence of one of the most common cardiovascular conditions in the U.S. is significantly higher than previously estimated, underscoring the need for better prevention and treatment strategies. Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a rapid, irregular heartbeat that can lead to stroke or sudden death if untreated. A 2024 study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology estimates the current national prevalenc... ... Read More

Knoxville, TN [January 2nd, 2025] - Obesity remains one of the most prevalent health conditions in the United States, affecting over one-third of adults and contributing to approximately 300,000 deaths annually, according to the National Institutes of Health. This chronic condition severely impacts the quality of life, increasing the likelihood of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, liver disease, sleep apnea, and certain cancers. For individuals with chronic obesity, bariatric surgery offers a prov... ... Read More