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LaFollette Medical Center is launching a pledge to offer ER care with wait times of 30 minutes or less to initially be seen by a provider for evaluation and treatment. The 30-Minutes-or-Less ER Service Pledge begins the minute a patient checks in at the ER desk. “Emergency medicine is about three things: compassion, skilled care and speed,” says Mark Cain, CEO of Tennova Healthcare -LaFollette Medical Center. “We know the importance of prompt service – especially in the emergency room, and that’s why we... ... Read More

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to focus on lifestyle and risk factors associated with breast cancer, as well the importance of breast cancer screening. Mammogram screenings are the best way for women to find breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat and before there are symptoms. However, according to the CDC, at least 25% of women ages 50-74 have not been screened for breast cancer in the past two years. Tennova Healthcare - LaFollette Medical Center is scheduling mammog... ... Read More

LaFollette Medical Center has been recognized by the Tennessee Hospital Association (THA) in this year’s Zero Harm Awards for achieving zero healthcare-associated infections. This awards program celebrates hospitals and clinical departments that have reached zero healthcare-associated infections in categories including Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI), Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTI), Clostridium difficile Infections (CDI), and Methicillin-Resistant Staphyloco... ... Read More

LaFollette Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Silver Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients t... ... Read More

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 – LaFollette Medical Center is 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 supportive and positive wor... ... Read More

Tennova Healthcare - Lafollette Medical Center is 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 Mark Cain, CEO of Tennova Healthcare -LaFollette Medical Center. “Their dedication to providing quality care to our patients and communities make a difference every single d... ... Read More

Tennova Healthcare - LaFollette is pleased to announce the addition of their new gynecological provider, Cynthia Miller, N.P. Cynthia is now accepting new patients and is committed to providing personalized, high-quality care to women at all stages of life. Cynthia earned her master’s degree in nursing from University of Tennessee and is certified by the National Certification Corporation. Her dedication to women’s health is matched by a deep commitment to the East Tennessee community she calls home. “I... ... Read More

LaFollette, TN - Tennova Healthcare - LaFollette Medical Center provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with more than 87,000 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 organizations and contributing to the area economy. In its most recent community benefit report, Tennova Healthcare - LaFollette Medical Cen... ... 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