News Releases

JOHNSON CITY – Some thoughtful and resourceful local students are providing some artistic flair as they help the Wellmont Cancer Institute bring strength and hope to patients receiving high-quality care.

Wellmont Health System’s Marsh Regional Blood Center will conduct public blood drives at the following locations in the coming days:

This weekend, residents of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia will have a chance to improve the health and lives of their communities’ youngest members.

BRISTOL – Bristol Regional Medical Center is achieving stellar results in its oncology and women’s health programs, both of which excel with outstanding support from the community.

KINGSPORT — BlueCross® BlueShield® of Tennessee and Wellmont Health System have signed an 18-month contract extension through mid-2015.

KINGSPORT – Surgeons at Holston Valley Medical Center continue to perform operations with their usual skill and care — now with incisions sometimes smaller than the width of a fingernail.

KINGSPORT – Cute pictures of pets can not only populate their owners’ Facebook pages but, in an upcoming event, also play an important philanthropic role in the region’s health.

Wellmont Health System’s Marsh Regional Blood Center will conduct public blood drives at the following locations in the coming days:

KINGSPORT – Wellmont Health System is expanding its delivery of high-quality, innovative physical therapy with the opening of a satellite facility at the new YMCA Wellmont Center.

KINGSPORT – Holston Valley Medical Center, which has a long-standing reputation of delivering superior cardiovascular care to patients in the region, has been recognized as one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation by a leading ratings agency.

Wellmont Health System’s Marsh Regional Blood Center will conduct public blood drives at the following locations in the coming days:

BRISTOL – A partnership between the trauma team at Bristol Regional Medical Center and a group of altruistic students has empowered Sullivan East High School to take top honors in a statewide competition to increase seat belt usage among teenagers.

PENNINGTON GAP, Va. – A veteran internist has joined Wellmont Medical Associates, bringing with him 40 years of experience and a passion for treating residents of Lee County.

KINGSPORT – Wellmont Health System has continued its long-standing partnership with the region by providing a community benefit of $94 million, including $77 million in uncompensated care in the last fiscal year.

NORTON, Va. – When trying to solve a complex problem, two heads are better than one.

Wellmont Health System’s Marsh Regional Blood Center will conduct public blood drives at the following locations in the coming days:

ROGERSVILLE – Hawkins County Memorial Hospital, a shining example of healthcare excellence for more than 50 years, was recently recognized by a national ratings agency for being among the top 10 percent of hospitals in the nation in patient satisfaction.

PENNINGTON GAP, Va. – Lee Regional Medical Center is exploring options for refining its care model to serve the needs of the community and the rest of Southwest Virginia.

NORTON, Va. – Dr. Daryl Pierce, a medical oncologist with the Southwest Virginia Cancer Center, passionately believes palliative care isn’t about treating illnesses – it’s about taking care of patients.

Wellmont Health System’s Marsh Regional Blood Center will conduct public blood drives at the following locations in the coming days: