From a press release: Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC), a Duke LifePoint hospital, announced today that Rod Harkleroad has been named chief executive officer (CEO), effective June 6. Harkleroad most recently served as CEO of Riverview Regional Medical Center (RRMC) and Trousdale Medical Center (TMC), both of which are part of a four-hospital regional healthcare […]
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Pardee Hospital receives the 2016 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience
From a press release: Pardee Hospital has been announced as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in health care. This evidence-based designation is the only award that identifies the country’s best health care institutions based on Medicare data weighed according to the […]
Honoring law enforcement through blood donation
From a press release: The Blood Connection recognizes National Police Week, asking for donations to remember the fallen. Law enforcement officers have a duty of the highest honor. They serve our communities and investigate danger with a near-instant readiness that protects our way of life. Community blood donors also serve, saving the lives of patients […]
(In)Body performs at Hot Yoga Asheville
From a press release LA-based duo, (In)Body, are set to perform at Hot Yoga Asheville, and they’d love for you to attend! Groundsounds premiered their most recent single, “Lions”, describing it as “…pure sonic goodness with a positive message.” The new track follows their first single, “Safe In Your Heart”, both off their debut […]
Four Seasons Compassion for Life launches foundation to fund quality care during serious illness
From a press release: Four Seasons Compassion for Life, Western North Carolina’s leading, community-based hospice and palliative care provider, announces the launch of the Four Seasons for Life Foundation. The philanthropic nonprofit is charged with securing the resources to maintain quality care during serious, chronic, or life-limiting illness in Henderson and Buncombe counties and across […]
Pardee Hospital receives the 2016 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s Best Breast Centers
From a press release: Pardee Hospital’s Elizabeth Reilly Breast Center has received the 2016 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s Best Breast Centers. This evidence-based designation is the only award that identifies the country’s best breast centers based on robust criteria that considers female patient satisfaction and clinical excellence. The list of more than 374 award winners, […]
Pardee Hospital receives top “A” grade in Leapfrog’s Hospital Safety Score seventh consecutive time
From a press release: Pardee Hospital has once again received an A grade for its commitment to protecting patients from accidents, errors, injuries and infections. The Leapfrog Group awarded Pardee another top score in its Spring 2016 Hospital Safety Scores, released April 25 to the public. Of the 2,571 hospitals nationally who were assigned a […]
Tranzmission holds benefit, April 28
From a press release: Tranzmission, a local advocacy, education and support organization dedicated to making the lives of transgender and non-binary people healthier, happier and safer will hold a benefit at Toy Boat Community Art Space, 101 Fairview Rd., Asheville, on April 28, starting at 8:00 pm. Performers will include aerial artists from Ashevile Aerial […]
Chiropractic Center holds open house about innovative treatments
From a press release: Fairview Chiropractic Center is holding an open house Tuesday, May 17, 2016 from 5 pm until 7 pm. Long known for offering innovative treatment modalities, many found only in the locker rooms of pro-sports teams and unavailable anywhere else in NC, Dr. Reilly invites the public to learn more about how […]
Sacred Valley Acupuncture to offer community-style acupuncture for women
From a press release: Sacred Valley Acupuncture is excited to offer community-style acupuncture to women in the Asheville area beginning May 5. This style of acupuncture varies from traditional practitioner/client appointments in that women will all sit in community together while being treated. Being treated in a communal way allows women to sit in a […]
Kids in Parks hosts National Park Rx Day, April 24
From a press release: The TRACK Trail program, National Park Service and pediatricians will come together to engage families in outdoor recreation on National Park Rx Day on Sunday, April 24. Over the past few decades, people have become increasingly disengaged with nature, preferring to spend more time indoors interacting with electronic media rather than […]
Pardee Hospital Receives the 2016 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Orthopedics
From a press release: Pardee Hospital has received the 2016 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Orthopedics . This evidence-based designation is the only orthopedics award that identifies the country’s best healthcare institutions based on robust criteria that considers female patient satisfaction, clinical excellence, and what women say they want from a hospital. The list of […]
WLOS hosts Town Hall on heroin epidemic, April 21
From a press release: WLOS ABC 13 will host a “Your Voice, Your Future” Town Hall on “The Heroin Epidemic in WNC” at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher on Thursday, April 21. The event will feature four panelists, invited guests and members of the general public. The purpose of the Town Hall is to […]
Park Ridge Health earns national workplace wellness recognition for third year in row
From a press release: Park Ridge Health celebrates becoming the only Health Care Network in Western North Carolina to receive the Prevention Partners Excellence Recognition for three years in a row. This honor recognizes Park Ridge Health for reaching the highest standards in workplace health and prevention. To receive this honor, Park Ridge Health once […]
Pardee Hospital receives 2016 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s best hospitals for cancer care
From a press release: Pardee Hospital has received the 2016 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s best hospitals for cancer care . This evidence-based designation is the only cancer care award that identifies the country’s best healthcare institutions based on robust criteria that considers female patient satisfaction, clinical excellence and what women say they want from a hospital. The […]
NC MCOs announce workforce development collaborative
From a press release: Three North Carolina specialty Medicaid managed care organizations (MCOs) have come together to launch a one-of-a-kind workforce development initiative that will provide cutting-edge training resources to their network providers. The new initiative is designed to boost quality of care and improve patient outcomes. Through this collaborative effort between Cardinal Innovations […]
Pardee Hospital Earns Blue Distinction® Center+ designation for knee and hip replacement
From a press release: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) has selected Pardee Hospital as a Blue Distinction Center+ for knee and hip replacement surgeries, part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. Blue Distinction Centers are nationally designated healthcare facilities shown to deliver improved patient safety and better health outcomes, based […]
Music workshop at Land of Sky, April 21
From a press release: Just Press Play: Awakening the Mind through Music workshop will be held from noon to 5:00 PM on Thursday, April 21, at Land of Sky Regional Council. Come to this free workshop and learn about providing personalized music to people living in nursing homes in our area. Become a JPP Enthusiast. Among the presenters is Cathy […]
Behavioral health technology conference planned for Southeast, May 27
From a press release: Carolina HealthTEC Live will bring together providers, policy makers, caregivers and consumers who offer or use mental health, developmental disability and substance use disorder services on May 27 for one of the first behavioral health conferences and technology expos catered to the southeast region. The one-day event will feature interactive opportunities […]
Alchemy clinic and tearoom holds grand opening, April 16
From a press release: The practitioners and staff at Alchemy are excited to announce the grand opening celebration of our new clinic and tearoom located at 62 Clayton St. (next to Starbucks off Charlotte St.). The new studio features acupuncture, classical Chinese medicine, a full service apothecary featuring locally sourced herbs, as well as a […]
Pardee Hospital hosts golf tournament to benefit cancer center, May 2
From a press release: Pardee Hospital Foundation will host the 21st Annual Tournament of Champions golf tournament on Monday, May 2 at Kenmure Country Club. The entry fee is $275 per player; sponsorships are also available. Participants can enjoy 18 holes of golf in either the morning or afternoon, followed by an […]