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Vikki Delestowicz becomes the first Certified Nurse Midwife at RRHS
July 22, 2024
“I strongly believe in empowering women and having them take an active role in their healthcare. It is a mutual decision-making process,” said Vikki Delestowicz, Certified Nurse Midwife.
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Rutherford Regional Health System Awarded ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
May 1, 2024
Rutherford Regional Health System received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. This national distinction celebrates the hospital’s achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and errors.
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Ginger Dancy: Shedding Light on the Importance of Colonoscopy
April 4, 2024
I am a prime example of how important it is to follow the suggested schedule for colon cancer screening. - Ginger Dancy
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Courage Unveiled: Raymond Blackwell's Colonoscopy Testimonial
April 3, 2024
We are immensely grateful to Dr. Edgerton for his exceptional care and unwavering support throughout Raymond's journey to recovery. He truly embodies the essence of a compassionate and skilled surgeon, and we are forever thankful for his role in Raymond's healing process. - Blackwell Family
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Finding Peace of Mind: Teresa Blackard's Colonoscopy Revelation
April 3, 2024
If it weren't for Dr. Demusey's expertise and thoroughness, I wouldn't be here today. -Teresa Blackard
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RUTHERFORD REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM RECEIVES LIFEPOINT HEALTH OPERATIONS EXCELLENCE AWARD
March 5, 2024
Rutherfordton, NC (March 1st ) – Rutherford Regional Health System was honored by Lifepoint Health at an annual awards ceremony held in Dallas, Texas on February 27. The hospital received the 2023 Operations Excellence Award for the company’s eastern division of acute care facilities. The Lifepoint Health Operations Excellence Award recognizes...
read moreCaring for Mom: A family's experience of care provided at Rutherford Regional
January 18, 2024
Rutherfordton. The sweet, charming little town with Rutherford Regional Medical Center - the little hospital that could. My 81-year old mother suffered a catastrophic medical emergency while on vacation at Lake Lure and found herself in emergency surgery and in the ICU for 2 weeks (most of it on a...
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Rutherford Regional Health System Publishes 2022 Community Benefit Report
October 10, 2023
Learn more about Rutherford Regional hospital’s continued impact on the health and economic vitality of Rutherford County.
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RRHS adds Rutherford Family Care to network of clinics
July 26, 2023
Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) is bringing additional primary care options to Rutherfordton, opening Rutherford Family Care on NC-108 in the former office of Dr. James Vanjura and Dr. Scott Lawrence, both who retired prior to this year. “We are excited to bring new life to a long-standing family medicine clinic...
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RRHS welcomes Dr. Keeler, new OB-GYN Provider
June 19, 2023
"I've delivered a lot of babies," said Dr. Timothy Keeler, OB-GYN, through a reminiscent smile. "I certainly remember a lot of deliveries because of the excitement involved or the relationship I had with the family." Building relationships is Keeler's favorite part of his job, and he said he is looking...
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