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Rutherford Regional Health System Publishes 2022 Community Benefit Report
October 10, 2023Learn 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, 2023Rutherford 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 here in Rutherfordton,” said Tory Shepherd, CEO of RRHS. “This practice has been a well-known staple in our community, and we look forward to continuing to provide exceptional care opportunities for the residents of Rutherfordton by adding this location to our network of family care clinics across the county.”
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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 forward to building new relationships with patients across Rutherford County as he joins the Rutherford Premier Women's Care team.
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Rutherford Regional Nurses are ‘Making a Difference’
May 11, 2023The 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 since I was a little girl,” said Cherish Anderson, RN and team lead in the Emergency Department. “I just love people, I love to show people that I care, and I love to be able to help them in their time of need.”
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RRHS Celebrates Healthcare Workers, Core Values for Hospital Week
May 11, 2023The 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 registration teams, our kitchen crews and everyone in between – for the work they do within our hospital,” said Janie Corry, Human Resources Director for RRHS.
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RRHS brings advanced cardiac procedure close to home with new PCI program
February 24, 2023PCI, 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 this week, bringing a procedure previously only available outside the are closer to home for its patients.
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28 Days of Heart
February 01, 2023Each 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, 2022Rutherford 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 the Director of Emergency Services at RRHS.
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Mommy + Me Festival Draws Crowds of Families to Forest City
October 18, 2022With sunshine, PAW Patrol, and more than one thousand guests, Rutherford Regional’s The Birth Place hosted their inaugural Mommy + Me Festival on Saturday, Oct. 15th at the Forest City Pavilion on Park Square. See our photo gallery and read more about the event!
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RRHS to host Mommy + Me Festival October 15
October 05, 2022Rutherford Regional Health System’s (RRHS) The Birth Place will host a day of family fun on Oct. 15. The Mommy + Me Festival will be held from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Pavilion on Park Square (POPS) in Forest City, and will feature a day of family-friendly fun for children ages 0-12, moms, moms-to-be, and women of all ages.
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RRHS partners with Out of the Ashes to support local homeless populations
September 15, 2022Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) is expanding its community partnerships to support Out of the Ashes Ministry, an organization dedicated to serving the homeless populations of Rutherford and Polk counties through a faith-based shelter and recovery program.
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Departing CEO Rebecca Segal: 'The Future is Bright for RRHS'
August 25, 2022Earlier this month, I announced plans to leave my post as CEO at Rutherford Regional Health System. As I shared with my team, this was a difficult decision for me and my husband Rick, but ultimately afforded a rare opportunity to move closer to our family and lead a large health system.
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Dr. Jason Glover performs 100th procedure in advanced bunion surgery
July 14, 2022Dr. Jason Glover, podiatry specialist and foot and ankle surgeon at Rutherford Regional Health System, stepped into a career milestone this July. On Thursday, July 14, Glover completed his 100th Lapiplasty bunionectomy – a new, and improved, approach to bunion surgery, according to Glover.
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Men’s Health Month
June 16, 2022It probably comes as no surprise that there are notable differences in the health of men compared to women. But when you take a closer look at the statistics outlining this health disparity, it can be quite alarming. For example, the average lifespan for men is about five years less than women, and there’s been a gradual increase in this gap over the years
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Matter of the Mind: Why Your Mental Health Matters and How You Can Care for It
May 17, 2022When you think about your health, what first comes to mind? For many – if not most – of us, it’s probably our physical health. Are we eating healthy? Are we exercising regularly? Are we feeling tired? Or ill? Do our joints ache? Have we scheduled our annual check-up? All these questions are, of course, important ones to answer, but there’s another question we should be asking – another part of our health that deserves attention: how is our mental health?
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A is for April…and Allergies: What to Do When Allergens Attack
April 04, 2022Did you know that – according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – more than 50 million Americans suffer from a type of allergy each year? That makes allergies the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S. And seasonal allergies account for a big percentage of that.
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From Must-See TV to Must-Screen for Me? Why It Might Be Time for a Colonoscopy
March 11, 2022In the 1980s and 1990s, the NBC broadcast network began branding their primetime lineups to promote their sitcoms and dramas. One phrase in particular quickly entered the pop culture lexicon after it debuted in 1993. The phrase? Must See TV. If you were a teenager in the early ‘90s and remember trying to rush through your homework to watch that night’s Must-See TV lineup, it could be time for another “must” – a colonoscopy.
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Count on us to help you know your heart Our 28 Days of Heart can help you be heart healthy today and every day.
February 01, 2022Each February, we focus on heart health and the essential role it plays in our overall well-being, as part of American Heart Month. Maintaining good heart health can help you add years to your life. This year, we’re celebrating 28 Days of Heart Health. Come back to our website each day this month for short articles, featuring recipes, tips, exercise ideas, and important info to help you stay heart smart.
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