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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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RRHS Awarded Spring 2023 ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
May 25, 2023
Grade reflects top national performance on patient safety through COVID-19 pandemic Rutherford Regional Health System received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit upholding the standard of patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers. This national distinction celebrates Rutherford Regional’s achievements in prioritizing patient safety...
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Rutherford Regional Nurses are ‘Making a Difference’
May 11, 2023
The nurses of Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) put on their scrubs and clock in each day not knowing what their shift might hold. There is one thing, though, that each nurse knows is on his or her to-do list every day – to care. “I’ve wanted to be a nurse...
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RRHS Celebrates Healthcare Workers, Core Values for Hospital Week
May 11, 2023
The halls of Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) have been filled with balloons, treats, and plenty of excited healthcare workers for the celebration of National Hospital Week. “Hospital Week is an opportunity for us to recognize our staff – not just our doctors and our nurses, but our support staff, our...
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RRHS brings advanced cardiac procedure close to home with new PCI program
February 24, 2023
PCI, or percutaneous coronary intervention, is a procedure used to open up a blocked or narrowed artery, helping alleviate chest pains and reduce the risk of a heart attack for the patient. Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) officially launched their PCI program as part of their expanding advanced cardiology services...
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28 Days of Heart
February 1, 2023
Each February, we mark American Heart Month – a great opportunity to focus on heart health and essential role it plays in your overall well-being, today and every day.
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Local talent Jamie Hill to serve as CNO for RRHS
November 29, 2022
Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has named a locally-grown health leader as its Chief Nursing Officer – Jamie Hill. Hill, a native of Rutherford County, began her career at RRHS in 2014 as a charge nurse in the Emergency Department. She worked her way up from there, most recently serving as...
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Tory Shepherd Named CEO of Rutherford Regional Health System
November 23, 2022
Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS), a Duke LifePoint hospital, has named Tory Shepherd its chief executive officer (CEO). Shepherd has served as interim CEO at RRHS since September. She will begin her tenure as CEO immediately. "We are excited for Tory to continue her journey at Rutherford Regional," said Jamie Carter,...
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