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Family medicine physician is accepting new patients at Tennova LaFollette Medical Center Clinic – South KNOXVILLE, TN (December 12, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed S. Michele Pearman, D.O., to Tennova LaFollette Medical Center Clinic – South, a department of LaFollette Medical Center. She is accepting new patients at her office at 2145 Jacksboro Pike, LaFollette. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call (423) 907-1700. Dr. Pearman specializes in caring for men, ... ... Read More

Scheduling recommended appointments, tests and surgeries now can maximize your health plan benefits KNOXVILLE, TN (November 25, 2019) – As the holidays approach, it’s easy to forget to take advantage of your insurance benefits. Tennova Healthcare is urging individuals to direct their attention to outstanding healthcare needs and take full advantage of paid-up deductibles or available funds in flexible spending accounts (FSAs). “In considering their healthcare needs, people also should consider the best ... ... Read More

Certified nurse practitioner is accepting new patients at Tennova Primary Care & Occupational Health – East Towne KNOXVILLE, TN (November 25, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Jodi Brantley, MSN, APRN, NP-C, to Tennova Primary Care & Occupational Health – East Towne. She is accepting new patients at her office at 4711 Centerline Drive, Knoxville. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call (865) 647-3260. Brantley specializes in caring for men, women and youn... ... Read More

Physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist aims to restore quality of life for patients with physical impairment or disabilities KNOXVILLE, TN (October 29, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Sharon E. Glass M.D., physiatrist, to her new medical practice Tennova Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation – East Towne, located at 4711 Centerline Drive in Knoxville. Same-week appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call 865-647-3280. Dr. Glass is dedicated to the evaluation and t... ... Read More

Experienced surgeon specializes in weight loss procedures and thyroid/parathyroid surgery KNOXVILLE, TN (October 23, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Mariah Beasley, M.D., to her dual medical practice on the campus of Turkey Creek Medical Center. She is accepting new patients at Tennova Bariatric Surgery and Tennova Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery, both located at 10810 Parkside Drive, Suite 305, Knoxville. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Beasley at Tennova Bariatric Surgery, call 865-... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (October 17, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare announced today the availability of a toll-free helpline designed to help Medicare beneficiaries select a health plan that fits their needs and budget. The free helpline connects callers with local licensed agents who can assist in comparing traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Supplement and Prescription plans, and then facilitate enrollment in the plan selected. Through this program it will be easier for Medicare beneficiaries to find a plan t... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (October 9, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare today announced it is offering free influenza vaccines on a first-come, first-served basis to the Campbell County community. Tennova is holding a Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic in the parking lot of LaFollette Medical Center, 923 East Central Avenue in LaFollette, on Friday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The hospital will also offer free flu shots at the Big Creek ATV Festival in downtown LaFollette on Saturday, October 12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Flu... ... Read More

Skilled and intermediate care facility nets high marks for overall quality KNOXVILLE, TN (September 6, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare’s LaFollette Health & Rehabilitation Center has been recognized as a four-star facility by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS). The skilled and intermediate care facility has exceeded the national average in both overall quality and the health inspection rating. Additionally, LaFollette Health & Rehabilitation Center also achieved the national average... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (September 3, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare today announced the Health Services and Development Agency of the State of Tennessee has granted Certificate of Need approval for a multispecialty ambulatory surgery center to be located on an undeveloped lot at 6242 West Anderson Johnson Highway in Talbott, Tennessee. The 12,000-square-foot outpatient facility will be named Volunteer Surgery Center and is the result of a partnership with Tennova Healthcare’s Jefferson Memorial Hospital and local ph... ... Read More

Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and muscles KNOXVILLE, TN (August 30, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Arvo Kanna, M.D., neurologist, to his new medical practice at Tennova Neurology – Newport. He is accepting new patients at his office at 434 Fourth Street, Suite 201, Newport. Same-week appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call (423) 613-6379. Dr. Kanna is dedicated to the diagnosis and... ... Read More