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Knoxville, TN (December 12, 2022) – Winter holidays, parties and social gatherings often provide opportunities to overindulge, but when it comes to alcohol, moderation is important for maintaining good heart health. “Holiday heart syndrome,” or atrial fibrillation (AFib) brought on by binge drinking, can occur in healthy adults without any existing heart conditions and is commonly diagnosed around the holidays. AFib is an irregular and sometimes rapid heart rhythm that if left untreated can lead to bloo... ... Read More

Knoxville, TN (November 30, 2022) – Strokes, or “brain attacks,” claim the lives of nearly 160,000 Americans each year. As the fifth leading killer and the most common cause of disability, strokes devastate individuals and families every day. However, strokes can be prevented by up to 80% through adopting a healthy lifestyle and controlling stroke risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. According to the National Stroke Association, two million brain cells die every minute d... ... Read More

Grade ‘A’ is a Testament of Team Dedication to High-Quality Patient Care Knoxville, TN (November 17, 2022) – Tennova Healthcare’s Turkey Creek Medical Center and North Knoxville Medical Center announced that they were each awarded their 4th consecutive highest grade, an “A,” from the Leapfrog Group for the fall 2022 hospital safety grade scoring period. The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit that evaluates the safety, quality and patient experience provided by hospitals across the country. Safety gr... ... Read More

Knoxville, TN (November 8, 2022) – Millions of Americans struggle with seasonal depression, or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), each year. Commonly brought on during the fall and winter, the condition can occur during any seasonal change and last as long as four or five months. People with SAD may feel lethargic or moody and tend to sleep more. Symptoms also can include social withdrawal, trouble concentrating, weight gain, and feelings of depression. According to the National Institute of Mental Heal... ... Read More

Schedule appointments, tests and surgeries to maximize your health plan benefits before year end. Knoxville, TN (October 31, 2022) – As the holidays approach, it’s easy to forget to take advantage of your insurance benefits. Now is a good time to review your outstanding health care needs and take full advantage of paid-up deductibles or available funds in Flexible Spending Accounts while you still can. “In considering their health care needs, people should also consider the best strategy for using their... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (September 29, 2022) – Tennova Healthcare - Turkey Creek is pleased to announce the orthopedic service line expansion with the return of Jon Mark MacNaughton, M.D., to the staff at Tennova Orthopedics of Turkey Creek at 10800 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN. This gives a boost in orthopedic services available from Tennova Healthcare. Dr. MacNaughton graduated from the University of Tennessee and specializes in general orthopedics, total joints, arthroscopy, fracture care, platelet-rich plasm... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (September 23, 2022) – Tennova Medical Group recently opened a new Tennova Primary Care – Alcoa office, located at 308 Fountainview Circle, Alcoa, TN. This location is one of several that have been opened this year by Tennova Healthcare to meet growing community needs. The new primary care provider for this location is Alan N. Smiy, M.D. To schedule your appointment, call 865-672-5290 or visit tennovamedicalgroup.com !. Dr. Alan N. Smiy is dedicated to caring for men, women and children ag... ... Read More

New addition brings the community additional access to much needed medical services. Knoxville, TN (August 17, 2022) – On Tuesday, August 9, Tennova and partner physicians were joined by Knox City Councilman, Andrew Roberto, and Knox County Commissioner John Schoonmaker for the ribbon cutting of the new Middlebrook Surgery Center at Tennova Health Park. Patients are now scheduling outpatient surgeries at this new facility, conveniently located at 1210 Tennova Medical Way. Middlebrook Surgery Center offe... ... Read More

Knoxville, TN (July 22, 2022) – Tennova Healthcare - Turkey Creek Medical Center has re-opened the free, in-person, bariatric weight loss surgery seminars to the public with the first one on July 27, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. at 10820 Parkside Drive. Patients seeking effective and long-lasting treatment for weight-loss can get detailed information and questions answered at this seminar. Obesity contributes to the risk of developing serious medical conditions and bariatric surgical procedures have been shown to ... ... Read More

The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines - Stroke SILVER PLUS award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care Knoxville, TN (July 7, 2022) – Tennova Healthcare - Turkey Creek Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Stroke SILVER PLUS Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to national... ... Read More