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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

Internal medicine physician provides care for men, women and young adults KNOXVILLE, TN (September 18, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Saleh Shahid, M.D., internal medicine physician, to his new medical practice at Tennova Primary Care – West Hills, located at 7009 Kingston Pike in Knoxville. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call 865-588-8143. Dr. Shahid specializes in caring for men, women and young adults ages 18 and older. He offers well checks, sick visit... ... Read More

Women receive special pampering and a gift when they schedule a screening mammogram KNOXVILLE, TN (September 11, 2019) – October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month—the perfect time to discuss the importance of early detection. Tennova Healthcare is spreading the word about mammograms and encouraging women to get screened for the breast cancer. Tennova is offering a mammogram special at six locations in East Tennessee. Bring your mom, daughter, sister or a female friend to one of the following loc... ... Read More

Family medicine physician provides comprehensive care for adults of all ages KNOXVILLE, TN (August 21, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Eddie Brown, D.O., family medicine physician, to his new medical practice at Tennova Primary Care & Occupational Health – East Towne, located at 4711 Centerline Drive in Knoxville. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call 865-647-3260. Dr. Brown specializes in caring for men, women, and young adults ages 18 and older. He offe... ... Read More

American College of Cardiology recognizes hospital for high standards in patient care KNOXVILLE, TN (August 13, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare’s Turkey Creek Medical Center has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR® (National Cardiovascular Data Registry) Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2019. Turkey Creek Medical Center is one of only 86 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor. “This award recognizes Tennova’s commitment and success in implementing a higher s... ... Read More

Family medicine physician will see new and existing patients at his office in southwest Knox County KNOXVILLE, TN (July 23, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Jason Collins, M.D., family medicine physician, to his new office at Tennova Primary Care – Choto, located at 1612 Choto Markets Way, Knoxville. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call 865-218-7485. Dr. Collins specializes in caring for men, women and children ages 2 and older. He offers well checks, immuniz... ... Read More

Experienced bariatric surgeon specializes in advanced weight loss procedures KNOXVILLE, TN (July 9, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Stephen G. Boyce, M.D., bariatric surgeon, to his new medical practice at Tennova Bariatric Surgery on the campus of Turkey Creek Medical Center. He is accepting new patients at his office at 10810 Parkside Drive, Suite 305, Knoxville. Same-week appointments are available. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Boyce, call (865) 392-3971. Due to his extensive trai... ... Read More

Technology finds significantly more invasive breast cancers than a traditional mammogram KNOXVILLE, TN (May 8, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare now offers three-dimensional (3D) mammography for breast cancer screening at Turkey Creek Medical Center. Breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) helps detect breast cancer in its earliest and most treatable stages. The health system also offers 3D mammography at North Knoxville Medical Center. Breast tomosynthesis produces a three-dimensional view of the breast tissue ... ... 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

New research indicates weight loss surgery may reduce the risk for hormone-related cancers It has long been known that being overweight increases your risk for many serious health conditions, including Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Now, there’s evidence that weight loss surgery may impact an individual’s risk of developing cancer. Patients who underwent gastric bypass, gastric banding or sleeve gastrectomy had a 77 percent decreased risk of developing hormone-related cancers—such as breast, e... ... Read More