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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

KNOXVILLE, TN (October 9, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare today announced it is offering free influenza vaccines on a first-come, first-served basis to the Campbell County community. Tennova is holding a Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic in the parking lot of LaFollette Medical Center, 923 East Central Avenue in LaFollette, on Friday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The hospital will also offer free flu shots at the Big Creek ATV Festival in downtown LaFollette on Saturday, October 12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Flu... ... 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

Skilled and intermediate care facility nets high marks for overall quality KNOXVILLE, TN (September 6, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare’s LaFollette Health & Rehabilitation Center has been recognized as a four-star facility by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS). The skilled and intermediate care facility has exceeded the national average in both overall quality and the health inspection rating. Additionally, LaFollette Health & Rehabilitation Center also achieved the national average... ... 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

Family medicine physician offers same-day appointments for sick patients KNOXVILLE, TN (July 12, 2018) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Allan Moser, D.O., family medicine physician, to his new medical practice at Tennova Primary Care – Lakeway West, located at 2845 West Andrew Johnson Highway in Morristown. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call (423) 587-8300. Dr. Moser is committed to keeping families healthy. He specializes in caring for men, women, and children o... ... Read More

Women receive special pampering and a gift when they schedule a screening mammogram KNOXVILLE, TN (April 25, 2018) – 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 eight locations. Bring your mo... ... Read More

Dr. Gabriel Ojeda and Dr. Janet Eichholz specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease KNOXVILLE, TN (April 18, 2018) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Gabriel Ojeda, M.D., cardiologist, to his new medical practice at Tennova Cardiology – Tellico. He is accepting new patients at his office in the Tellico Village community at 202 Dohi Drive, Loudon, Tennessee. Dr. Ojeda will also see patients at East Tennessee Heart Consultants on the campus of Turkey Creek Medical Center, 10800 Parksid... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (February 6, 2018) – Tennova Healthcare today announced that LaFollette Medical Center, Lakeway Regional Hospital and Newport Medical Center have earned Advanced Disease-Specific Care Certification for Acute Stroke Ready Hospitals from The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. This certification recognizes hospitals equipped to treat stroke patients with timely, evidence-based care prior to transferring them to a primary or comprehensive stroke ce... ... Read More

Is it a cold? Is it the flu? When should you call the doctor? The common cold is the number one reason for lost work and school time throughout the industrialized world. The average adult will get two or three colds each year, while children can go through 5–10 cycles. With the onset of the flu season, however, it isn’t always easy to distinguish between a cold, the flu and a sinus infection. Tennova Healthcare wants to shed some light on the differences. The typical cold starts with sore throat and run... ... Read More