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Know Where to Go if There’s an Emergency – A Nationally Accredited ER
January 08, 2025The New Year is a perfect time to refocus on health and wellness, making it a priority to be proactive about care and preparedness. An essential part of this is knowing where to go in case of an emergency, ensuring you and your loved ones can access timely, high-quality care when it’s needed most. Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas’s emergency departments in Gallatin have earned two national accreditations, highlighting their dedication to providing exceptional emergency care to the Sumner County community.
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Highpoint Health – Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas Performs the Region's First PE Thrombectomy
March 13, 2024Two interventional cardiologists collaborating on care performed the first PE thrombectomy in Sumner County. This procedure removes blood clots impacting a patient's ability to breathe. Being able to do this procedure is a crucial intervention in life-saving care.
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Sumner Regional Receives ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI
August 31, 2023The American College of Cardiology has recognized Sumner Regional Medical Center (SRMC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. SRMC was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI in August based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack.
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BE FAST: How to Recognize a Stroke and Take Action
May 05, 2023May is recognized as National Stroke Awareness Month. It’s the perfect time to learn about stroke, the signs and symptoms to look out for, and what you can start doing now to prevent a stroke in the future.
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National Heart Month: Four Easy Ways to Show Your Heart Some Love
February 01, 2023It’s American Heart Month, a designated time to advocate for cardiovascular health and raise awareness about heart disease. Your heart is one of the hardest working muscles in your body and it beats around the clock, only getting a break when you relax or sleep. With so much riding on this essential muscle, it’s important to ensure you’re doing all you can to keep it in good shape.
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