Maury Regional News & Media Center

Maury Regional’s Holiday Hugs program brings joy to children in need

Employees, physicians and volunteers at Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) and Lewis Health Center (LHC) once again spread holiday cheer to local school children through the annual Holiday Hugs gift program. Read More >

Maury Regional to offer nicotine cessation program in January

For those seeking to kick the habit of smoking or nicotine use, Maury Regional Health will offer a free four-part nicotine cessation program in January 2025. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center recognized for excellence in infant nutrition and childbirth practices

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) recently received two recognitions for the care provided to expectant mothers and their babies, according to Maury Regional Health CEO Martin Chaney, MD. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center awarded advanced certification in perinatal care from The Joint Commission

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Certification in Perinatal Care (ACPC) by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. Read More >

Behavioral health specialists join Maury Regional Medical Group

Margaret Rivers, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker, has joined Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) and will provide behavioral health services at the PrimeCare Clinic in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional Health breaks ground in Lawrence County

Maury Regional Health (MRH) held a groundbreaking ceremony in conjunction with the Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Nov. 21, to celebrate construction on a new health park on Highway 43 in the Ethridge community north of Lawrenceburg. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center earns “A” grade in fall 2024 hospital safety ratings

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade, the highest possible ranking, for the fall of 2024 from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit organization driving movement for leaps forward in the quality and safety of American health care. Read More >

Maury Regional earns Level IV trauma center designation

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has achieved designation as a Level IV Trauma Center, becoming the only medical center in Tennessee with this distinction in 2024. All trauma designations begin with a one-year provisional status, which MRMC attained in November 2023, followed by a site visit and extensive review process conducted by the Tennessee Department of Health to achieve a full designation. Read More >

Spring Hill resident recovers from hiking injury with Maury Regional Physical Therapy

Annual BOOOOBIE Ball raises over $11k for Maury Regional Health Care Foundation’s Women’s Center Fund

The 13th annual BOOOOBIE Ball, organized by Amandia and Chris Long, was a tremendous success, raising $11,483 in support of breast health services provided by the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation’s Women’s Center Fund. Read More >

The Family Center and the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation provide medication assistance to residents of Maury County

Maury Regional Health announces plans to expand into Lawrence County

Maury Regional Health announces plans to expand into Lawrence County Read More >

Protect your health: Get vaccinated for flu, COVID-19, RSV, pneumococcal and shingles

Neurologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Heather Horton, MD, a specialist in Neurology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center as a neurologic hospital physician and is associated with the Maury Regional Medical Group Hospital Medicine Program. Read More >

Prepare for flu season: Get your flu shot

As the fall season approaches, so does flu season, bringing with it the potential for widespread illness. Read More >

2x breast cancer survivor Beverly McClarn shares her story

In 2003, Beverly McClarn was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer, which came as a complete surprise. She has her daughter to thank for catching it early. Read More >

Marketplace open enrollment period underway

The 2025 Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment period starts Nov. 1 and lasts through Jan. 15, 2025. Read More >

Maury Regional Health to host breast cancer seminar Oct. 27

On Sunday, Oct. 27, Maury Regional Health will host a free seminar led by surgeon Amy Vertrees, MD, about the advanced technology used to detect and treat breast cancer followed by a health fair dedicated to breast cancer resources. Read More >

Emergency specialist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Haley Love, MD, a specialist in emergency medicine, has joined the medical staff of Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC). She is affiliated with Middle Tennessee Emergency Physicians. Read More >

Maury Regional to host free Medicare seminar

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) will host the free Your Medicare in 2025 seminar on Friday, Oct. 25, from 2-3 p.m., featuring an explanation on Medicare plan changes for the coming year. Read More >

Podiatrist joins Maury Regional medical staff

COLUMBIA, Tenn. — Beshoy Khalil, DPM, AACFAS, a specialist in podiatry, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Advanced Foot & Ankle Care Centers in Columbia and Spring Hill and will be seeing patients at the Spring Hill location. Read More >

Tony Stark’s Golf Tournament breaks fundraising record with over $120k raised for Maury Regional Health Care Foundation

The annual Tony Starks Memorial Golf Tournament was held Sept. 19 at the Graymere Country Club in Columbia, raising over $120,000 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation. This year’s tournament is the largest in the Foundation’s history. Read More >

LHC, WMC to offer walk-in mammograms

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lewis Health Center and Wayne Medical Center will offer walk-in Wednesday mammograms on select days in October to provide convenient access for women. No appointment is required. Read More >

Surgeon on Maury Regional medical staff hits 500 procedures with da Vinci system

Mark S. Hinson, MD, FACS, a board-certified specialist in general, robotic and breast surgery, performed his 500th procedure at MRMC with the da Vinci Xi Surgical System. Read More >

Signs it is time for a joint replacement

If your pain is impacting your quality of life, it may be time to chat with your physician and inquire about joint replacement. Your physician will work with you to see if you are a candidate for this surgery. Read More >

Primary care physician joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Charles Hunter Prejean, MD, has joined Maury Regional Medical Group and will provide services at Lewis Health Center serving Hohenwald and the surrounding areas. Read More >

Stroke Alliance to host ‘Stroke Camp’ in southern Middle Tennessee this October

The United Stroke Alliance is hosting a Retreat & Refresh Stroke Camp, a transformative weekend retreat designed for stroke survivors and their caregivers. This experience-packed weekend will take place October 18-20 at Pickwick Landing State Park in Counce, Tennessee. Read More >

Hospital medicine physicians join Maury Regional medical staff

COLUMBIA, Tenn. — Bethany Summerford, MD and Ankur Vaidya, MD, have joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center as hospital medicine physicians and are both affiliated with the Maury Regional Medical Group. Read More >

September is Sepsis Awareness Month, Maury Regional Health shares warning signs

September is Sepsis Awareness Month and September 13 is World Sepsis Day. These global events aim to raise awareness and save lives, and Maury Regional Health (MRH) is participating to spread awareness with a campaign to #StopSepsis in southern Middle Tennessee. Read More >

Maury Regional Health opens new physical therapy location in Mount Pleasant

Maury Regional Health (MRH) is pleased to announce the opening of a new outpatient physical therapy (PT) location in Mount Pleasant. Read More >

Oncologist joins Maury Regional Medical Staff

Emily Jenkins, MD, a specialist in medical oncology and hematology, has joined the staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. She is associated with Tennessee Oncology at the Maury Regional Cancer Center. Read More >

Cardiologist Brett Begley, MD, joins Maury Regional Health medical staff

COLUMBIA, Tenn. — Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) welcomes Brett Begley, MD, a cardiologist with Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Columbia, to the medical staff. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center’s ‘swing beds’ support transitional care from hospital to home

Marshall Medical Center’s (MMC) hospital-to-home program — sometimes referred to as “swing beds” — assists those who have had joint replacement, other surgery or an extended illness to regain strength and function to return home. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center among nation’s top performing hospitals for treatment of heart attack patients

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award for 2024. MRMC is one of only 61 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor. Read More >

Maury Regional Health’s EMS nationally recognized for its commitment to quality care for heart attacks and strokes

Maury Regional Health’s (MRH) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has received the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Mission: Lifeline EMS® Silver achievement award for its commitment to offering rapid and research-based care to people experiencing the most severe form of heart attacks and strokes, ultimately saving lives. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center Physical Therapy launches autism testing, first in the area

Marshall Medical Center (MMC) Physical Therapy is proud to announce the launch of autism testing services, significantly reducing the wait times and travel burdens for families in southern Middle Tennessee. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center honored with 2024 Tennessee Board of Regents Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Philanthropy

On August 28, Maury Regional Health (MRH) was presented the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Philanthropy for 2024. Read More >

Critical Care physician joins Maury Regional Medical Group

COLUMBIA, Tenn. — Deepa Nair, MD, recently joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. She is affiliated with Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Pulmonary and Critical Care. Read More >

Cardiologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

COLUMBIA, Tenn. — Darshini Patel, DO, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. She is associated with Vanderbilt Heart-Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional Health receives sleep center accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine

The sleep centers across the Maury Regional Health (MRH) system have once again been accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), a testament to an ongoing commitment to providing high-quality sleep medicine services. This accreditation has been maintained at Maury Regional Sleep Center in Columbia since 2014, reaching a 10-year milestone. The addition of centers in Lawrenceburg, Lewisburg and Waynesboro, Tennessee followed, and each has maintained accreditation since 2018. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center recognized for orthopedic surgery, joint replacement

Maury Regional Medical Center recognized for orthopedic surgery, joint replacement Read More >

Emergency specialist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Jordan Hughes, MD, a specialist in emergency medicine, has joined the medical staff of Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC). He is affiliated with Middle Tennessee Emergency Physicians. Read More >

Critical Care physician joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Kyle White, MD, recently joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is affiliated with Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Pulmonary and Critical Care. Read More >

Cardiologist Victoria Thomas Martin, MD, joins Maury Regional Health medical staff

COLUMBIA, Tenn. — Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) welcomes Victoria Thomas Martin, an interventional cardiologist with Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Columbia, to the medical staff. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center hosts annual coaches clinic for Marshall County schools

On July 23, Marshall Medical Center hosted its annual coaches clinic, a community event designed to educate coaches from the Marshall County School System. This year, the clinic hosted 21 participants. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center nationally recognized for its commitment to improving cardiac arrest survival rates

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Resuscitation Gold quality achievement award for its commitment to treating in-hospital cardiac arrest, ultimately helping to improve survival rates. Read More >

Maury Regional Health promotes Cathy Malone, MMHC, BSN, to chief nursing officer

Maury Regional Health is pleased to announce the promotion of Cathy Malone, MMHC, BSN, to its senior leadership team, assuming the role of chief nursing officer (CNO). Read More >

Maury Regional Women’s Center renews accreditation for National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers® through the American College of Surgeons

Maury Regional Women’s Center has achieved accreditation under the American College of Surgeons (ACS) National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). Read More >

U.S. News & World Report names Maury Regional Medical Center among Best Hospitals 2024-2025 as High Performing

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has been named by U.S. News & World Report to its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals list as a High Performing hospital for knee replacement and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) procedures and/or conditions. This is the highest distinction a hospital can earn for U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings. Read More >

Williams praises Marshall Medical for care during colonoscopy

When it came time to schedule a colonoscopy, Judy Williams didn’t hesitate to turn to the health care partner that had consistently shown her exceptional care in the past: Marshall Medical Center. It isn’t uncommon for patients to be anxious about colonoscopies. However, they’re the most crucial tool in fighting colorectal cancer. That’s why it’s so important to have a health care provider you trust and feel most comfortable with. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center expands pediatric therapy space

On July 9, Marshall Medical Center (MMC) leaders and staff joined the local community at a ribbon cutting to unveil its 2,600-square-foot expansion dedicated to pediatric therapy. This pediatric buildout offers physical therapy, speech therapy and occupational therapy to children of all ages. Children benefit from and rely on these programs to assist in recovery from illness, surgery or an accident as well as to improve their quality of life for conditions ranging from autism to cerebral palsy and beyond. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center opens new hybrid vascular operating room

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) is thrilled to announce the launch of a newly renovated hybrid vascular operating room, an investment of nearly $2.5M. This surgical suite combines advanced imaging and surgical capabilities in one space. Read More >

Maury Regional Cancer Center renews accreditation for Commission on Cancer® through the American College of Surgeons

Maury Regional Cancer Center has achieved accreditation under the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Commission on Cancer (CoC) Accreditation Program. Read More >

Maury Regional offers new soundwave technology, improving treatment for heart disease

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) now offers an innovative treatment called intravascular lithotripsy (IVL), which is a safe, efficient and proven treatment for heart (or cardiovascular) disease, specifically related to calcium buildup in heart arteries. Read More >

Maury Regional Health welcomes Julie Bowling to its Board of Trustees

Maury Regional Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Julie Bowling to its board of trustees. Bowling brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in insurance and employee benefits to the organization and served as a member of the advisory board from 2022-2024. Read More >

Primary Care – Waynesboro celebrates new, improved location

Maury Regional Medical Group’s Primary Care – Waynesboro joined the Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, June 13, to celebrate the practice’s new and improved location with an open house and ribbon cutting. Read More >

Maury Regional Health earns 2024 Great Place to Work Certification

Maury Regional Health has earned 2024 Great Place to Work Certification™, a prestigious award from Great Place To Work® based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Maury Regional Health. The organization is one of only six companies in Tennessee, two of which are health care providers, to achieve this certification. Read More >

Cardiologist Najeeb Ahmed, MD, joins Maury Regional Health medical staff

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) welcomes Najeeb Ahmed, MD, an interventional cardiologist with Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Columbia, to the medical staff. Read More >

Coalition for Responsible Health Care opposes proposed HCA TriStar hospital in Maury County

Maury Regional Health announced the launch of the Coalition for Responsible Health Care – a community organization created to serve as a collective voice for health care in opposition to the HCA TriStar certificate of need application to build a second hospital in Maury County. Read More >

Maury Regional Health breaks ground on Orthopedic Surgical Institute

Maury Regional Health held a groundbreaking ceremony on May 30 as they launched construction of the Orthopedic Surgical Institute on the campus of Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC). Read More >

Healthgrades names Maury Regional a 2024 Patient Experience & Safety Award recipient

MRMC outperforms 98% of U.S. hospitals in patient safety and experience Read More >

Advancements in technology: Maury Regional Medical Center now offers four state-of-the-art da Vinci Xi surgical systems

Surgeons on the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center are trained to use advanced technology proven to result in better outcomes for patients. One of those tools is the da Vinci robotic surgical system. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center receives ‘A’ for patient safety from Leapfrog

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade, the highest possible ranking, for the spring of 2024 from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog. Read More >

Ascension Saint Thomas Heart physicians join medical staff

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) welcomes three additional cardiology specialists to the medical staff as Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Columbia opens on May 1. Read More >

Ophthalmologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

John D. Bonner, MD, a specialist in ophthalmology, recently joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center and is associated with SouthEast Eye Specialists. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recognizes 5K winners

A total of 700 runners and walkers participated in the 2024 Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center to offer free health fair April 20

Wayne Medical Center will host a community health fair Saturday, April 20, from 8 a.m. until noon. Read More >

Brown named CEO of Maury Regional Health rural hospitals

Phyllis Brown has been promoted to chief executive officer of Maury Regional Health rural hospitals. Read More >

Maury Regional athletic trainers invite area coaches to clinic

Maury Regional Health athletic trainers will host a coaches clinic April 13. Read More >

Behavioral health specialists join Maury Regional Medical Group

Behavioral health specialists join Maury Regional Medical Group Read More >

Gastroenterologist joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Gastroenterologist joins Maury Regional Medical Group Read More >

Maury Regional named American College of Surgeons Surgical Quality Partner

Maury Regional Medical Center has been named a Surgical Quality Partner by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. Read More >

Echocardiograms now offered to pediatric outpatients at MRMC

Maury Regional Health is now offering pediatric echocardiograms to more patients. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation to host Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot April 6

The annual Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot will take place Saturday, April 6, at Riverwalk Park in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional named a Best Place for Working Parents again

Maury Regional Health has been named a 2024 Best Place for Working Parents. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group adds Clinical Social Worker

Amanda Ferrara, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker, has joined Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) and will see patients at the PrimeCare Clinic in Columbia. Read More >

Horner elected chair of MRMC board of trustees

Beverly Horner was elected the first female chair in the board’s history. Read More >

Nurse practitioner joins hospital medicine group

Sydney Osborne, AGACNP-BC, has joined the hospital medicine group at Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC). Read More >

Marlar thanks MRMC for expert heart attack care

Slim Marlar, of Lynnville, is forever grateful for the lifesaving heart attack care he received at MRMC. Read More >

Wound center adds physician assistant

Mahgen L. Kruse, MS, PA-C, a specialist in wound care, has joined the staff at Maury Regional Wound Center. Read More >

Maury Regional encourages participation in National Wear Red Day

Maury Regional Medical Center is encouraging individuals to participate in National Wear Red Day on Feb. 2. Read More >

Maury Regional pulmonologist performs 500th procedure with ILLUMISITE™ Platform

Jon L. Freels, MD, FCCP, recently hit a significant milestone with the ILLUMISITE Platform by Medtronic. Read More >

MRMC earns echocardiography reaccreditation

Maury Regional Medical Center has been granted a three-year term of reaccreditation in echocardiography. Read More >

McAfee grateful for quick, expert care at Maury Regional Wound Center

Ryan McAfee was having a normal workday when suddenly, his life changed in an instant. Read More >

Family medicine physician joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Julian Blaseio, MD, a family medicine provider, has joined Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) and will see patients on an appointment basis at Maury Regional Urgent Care in North Columbia. Read More >

MRMG pulmonary practice returns to renovated suite

Maury Regional Medical Group Pulmonary has returned to Suite 503 of the Maury Regional Medical Office Building. Read More >

Maury Regional announces addition of anesthesiologist

Andrew Steven Walker, MD, a specialist in anesthesiology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Cardiovascular Anesthesia Associates. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation announces new board chair

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation announced a new board of directors chair for 2024. Read More >

Maury Regional Health reports on respiratory illnesses

Respiratory illnesses are hitting communities hard across the country, and southern Middle Tennessee is not immune. Read More >

Lewisburg Family Practice adds family medicine physician

Elizabeth Rodriguez, MD, has joined Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) and will see patients at Lewisburg Family Practice. Read More >

Parks to retire as MRMC Board of Trustees chair

Maury Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees Chair Houston Parks will retire. Read More >

Mid-South Gastroenterology to join MRMG

Mid-South Gastroenterology Associates in Columbia will join Maury Regional Medical Group on Jan. 1. Read More >

Maury Regional to offer nicotine cessation program in January

For those seeking to kick the habit of smoking or nicotine use, Maury Regional Health will offer a free four-part nicotine cessation program in January 2024. Read More >

Halsted chooses Maury Regional for community feel

When physical therapy was recommended for Sue Halsted, she knew just who to call: Maury Regional Physical Therapy. Read More >

Maury Regional to host walk-in hiring event December 14

Maury Regional Health will host a walk-in career event for positions in clinical and non-clinical areas. Read More >

CCTA exams now offered at MRMC

Maury Regional Medical Center has a new diagnostic exam available to help identify blockages in coronary arteries. Read More >

MRMC earns provisional designation as Level IV Trauma Center

Maury Regional Medical Center has been granted provisional designation as a Level IV Trauma Center. Read More >

Marketplace open enrollment period underway

The 2024 Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment period started Nov. 1 and lasts through Jan. 15, 2024. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center receives grade ‘A’ for patient safety

Maury Regional Medical Center has received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. Read More >

Foundation, fire department partner again for safe driving programs

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation and Columbia Fire & Rescue have partnered to provide safe driving programs and services. Read More >

Maury Regional cuts ribbon at OB-GYN practice

Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) hosted a ribbon cutting Friday, Oct. 27, in partnership with Maury Alliance at its new obstetrics and gynecology (OB-GYN) practice location adjacent to Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC). Read More >

Maury Regional to offer free, anonymous drug take-back event

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) will again offer an opportunity to dispose of expired, unused or unneeded prescription drugs. The drug take-back event allows community members to dispose safely and anonymously. Read More >

MRMC to recognize National Lung Cancer Screening Day

Maury Regional Medical Center will offer convenient Saturday appointments for CT lung cancer screenings. Read More >

Podiatrist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Jeffrey S Hurless, DPM, a specialist in podiatry, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Advanced Foot & Ankle Care Centers in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group nationally recognized for efforts to improve blood pressure control

Maury Regional Medical Group has been recognized by the American Heart Association and American Medical Association. Read More >

Lewisburg native joins local family practice

Madalyn Gold Amis, FNP-C, a specialist in family medicine, has joined the staff at Maury Regional Medical Group’s Lewisburg Family Practice. Read More >

Lewis Health Center to offer walk-in mammography screenings

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Lewis Health Center will offer walk-in Wednesday mammography screenings Oct. 18 and Nov. 1 from 1 to 4 p.m. to provide convenient access for women. No appointment is required. Read More >

MRMG Urology adds Advance Practice Provider

Robert Campbell, FNP-C, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Urology. Read More >

Maury Regional to host free Medicare seminar

Maury Regional Medical Center will host the free Your Medicare in 2024 seminar on Friday, Nov. 3. Read More >

Local educator a ‘thriving survivor’ thanks to early breast cancer detection

Almost 17 years after her breast cancer diagnosis, Carol Ann Jent describes herself as a “thriving survivor.” Read More >

Farm manager working pain-free following double knee replacement

After years of working labor-intensive jobs, Kenny Neville developed harsh, nagging knee pain that continued to worsen. Read More >

Neurologist joins Maury Regional Medical Group, establishes practice

Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) has opened a neurology practice with the addition of Chaohua Yan, MD, a neurology specialist. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation raises nearly $95K at annual golf tournament

The annual Tony Starks Memorial Golf Tournament was held Sept. 21 at the Graymere Country Club in Columbia, raising nearly $95,000 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation. This year’s tournament is one of the largest in the Foundation’s history. Read More >

RSV, flu & COVID-19: Who can receive the vaccine trifecta?

Americans now have access to vaccines for the three viruses responsible for the country’s most hospitalizations. Read More >

Maury Regional staffer’s annual BOOOOBIE Ball back for 12th year

Each year, Amandia and Chris Long organize a costume party called the BOOOOBIE Ball to help raise money for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation. Read More >

Maury Regional FQHC locations earn reaccreditation from The Joint Commission

Maury Regional Health’s FQHC locations have earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Ambulatory Health Care Accreditation. Read More >

MRMC hosts local students for work-based learning program

Twelve students from local high schools are taking part in the Work-Based Learning Program at MRMC. Read More >

Obstetrics and Gynecologist added to Maury Regional Medical Group

Taylor Masters, MD, recently joined Maury Regional Medical Group Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) practice and is now accepting new patients. Read More >

Hospital medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Dustin Minix, DO, an internal medicine specialist, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center as a hospital medicine physician. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group adds Endocrinologist

Brenda Goodwin, MD, recently joined the Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Endocrinology practice. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group adds internal medicine, pediatric provider

Laura A. Penny, MD, a specialist in internal medicine and pediatrics, has joined the staff at Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Primary Care & Pediatrics in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional clinics receive RHC reaccreditation, NCQA recognition

Several Maury Regional Health practices were rewarded recently for their commitment to providing health care services to rural and underserved communities. Read More >

Critical Care physician expands his care

Brett C. Norman, M.D., MPH, a specialist in pulmonary and critical care medicine, is now seeing patients by appointment at Maury Regional Medical Group Pulmonary & Critical Care. Dr. Norman joined the medical staff in 2018 as a critical care physician in the hospital setting and recently broadened the scope of his practice to include outpatient services. Read More >

Local med student gaining invaluable experience at hometown hospital

Ashley Dodson always felt she was destined for a career in health care, and her hometown hospital is helping to make that a reality. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center earns reaccreditation from The Joint Commission

Wayne Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Hospital Accreditation. Read More >

MRMC reports record number of childbirths

Maury Regional Medical Center recently set single-month and annual records in childbirths. Read More >

Critical Care physician joins Maury Regional Medical Group

John Forstall, DO, recently joined Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Pulmonary and Critical Care practice. He joins the growing team of 11 providers. Read More >

Surgeon on Maury Regional medical staff hits 1K procedures with da Vinci system

Surgeon hits 1K procedures with da Vinci system Read More >

Family medicine physician joins Lewisburg Family Practice

Charles Cantieri, DO, has joined Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) and will see patients at Lewisburg Family Practice. Read More >

Maury Regional Health awarded $2.4M state grant to expand access to care

Maury Regional Health has been selected to receive a $2,432,200 grant from the state’s Healthcare Resiliency Program. Read More >

Maury Regional announces addition of anesthesiologist

Rasesh Desai, MD, a specialist in anesthesiology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Cardiovascular Anesthesia Associates. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group adds specialist in pain management

Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) welcomes Braden Schuster, MD, to the MRMG Interventional Pain Management practice. Read More >

Surgeons on Maury Regional staff reach shoulder implant milestone

Two providers on the medical staff at Maury Regional Health recently hit a significant milestone. Read More >

Registration open for Maury Regional’s community paramedic course

Maury Regional Emergency Medical Services will again offer its community paramedic certification course starting this fall. Read More >

Maury Regional welcomes pathology specialist

Lauren Dehan, MD, a specialist in pathology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. She is associated with Opus Pathology/PCA Southeast. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group welcomes family medicine physician

Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) is pleased to announce the addition of Kelsey King-Hook, MD, to Maury Regional Medical Group Primary Care in Columbia. Read More >

U.S. News & World Report names Maury Regional among high performing hospitals

U.S. News & World Report has recognized Maury Regional Medical Center as a high performing hospital. Read More >

Maury Regional NICU welcomes back special visitors

On July 4, parents Bryan and Bridget Zaidan and older brother Jordan took baby Laikyn home from Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) for the first time. Read More >

Maury Regional Health launches a $115 million facility improvement plan

Maury Regional Health is launching an extensive $115 million facility improvement plan to enhance patient care and experience, according to CEO Martin Chaney, MD. Read More >

MRMC nationally recognized for cardiac arrest care

Maury Regional Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Resuscitation Gold quality achievement award. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recognizes inaugural board members

The founding board members of the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation were honored at a special event on June 15. Read More >

Program at Maury Regional shows the power of pets

For the last decade, four-legged friends have helped make the days a bit brighter at Maury Regional Health. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center Laboratory receives CAP accreditation

The laboratory at Marshall Medical Center has been awarded accreditation by the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists. Read More >

Parker’s Project continues its mission of gifting books

Parker Martin and his mother, Sondra Wilson-Martin, recently visited Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) to drop off another round of books for families with babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Read More >

Maury Regional Health to host virtual hiring fair June 20 for clinical, non-clinical positions

For those looking to explore new career opportunities, Maury Regional Health will host a virtual hiring fair for a variety of clinical and non-clinical positions on Tuesday, June 20. Read More >

Family medicine physician has joined Maury Regional Medical Group

R. Michael Brewer, MD, is now a part of the Maury Regional Medical Group Primary Care practice in Mount Pleasant. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center awards college scholarships

Marshall Medical Center recently presented $9,000 in college scholarships to six high school graduates. Read More >

Maury Regional EMS members honored with Star of Life Award

Maury Regional EMS members were recognized as part of the Children’s Emergency Care Alliance of Tennessee’s Star of Life Awards. Read More >

Grateful family thanks MRMC for childbirth care

MRMC was the easy choice for Stephanie Hughes during her second pregnancy. Read More >

MRMC among nation’s top-performing hospitals for heart attack treatment

Maury Regional Medical Center has received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award. Read More >

New procedure at Maury Regional aids women with pelvic organ prolapse

A new minimally invasive procedure performed at Maury Regional Medical Center is available to help women experiencing pelvic organ prolapse. Read More >

Maury Regional physician helps region detect lung cancer earlier

Jon L. Freels, MD, FCCP, has made early lung cancer diagnosis his mission. Read More >

Maury Regional Cancer Center earns ACR accreditation for radiation oncology

The Maury Regional Cancer Center has been awarded another three-year term of accreditation in radiation oncology. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center awarded recertification as Advanced Primary Stroke Center

Maury Regional Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group adds audiologist

Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) is pleased to announce the addition of audiologist Ashley Perez, AuD, who joins Frances Mei Hardin, MD. Read More >

Maury Regional to offer free, anonymous drug take-back event

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) will offer an opportunity to dispose of expired, unused or unneeded prescription drugs safely and anonymously on Saturday, April 22. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recognizes 5K winners

A total of 564 runners and walkers participated in the 2023 Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot, raising a record $34,784 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center Senior Life Solutions team member earns award

Marshall Medical Center has announced Lorretta Pollock has received Senior Life Solutions’ 2022 Office & Patient Coordinator of the Year award. Read More >

Special Marketplace enrollment period starts March 31

Maury Regional Health wants patients to be aware of an upcoming Affordable Care Act special enrollment period. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group practice in Spring Hill continues to grow

Millicent Rooker, FNP-BC-C, has joined Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Primary Care in Spring Hill. Read More >

Family nurse practitioner joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Martha Kristin Woodside, FNP, has joined Maury Regional Medical Group and will provide services in both Hohenwald and Mt. Pleasant. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation grant supports Boys & Girls Clubs’ youth programs

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recently provided grant funding to the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee. Read More >

Maury Regional named a Best Place for Working Parents

Maury Regional Health has been named a 2023 Best Place for Working Parents. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center to offer free health fair April 15

Wayne Medical Center will host its 13th annual community health fair Saturday, April 15, at Green River Baptist Church at 1061 Collinwood Highway in Waynesboro. The health fair will take place from 8 a.m. until noon. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center distinguished as ‘Best for Babies’

The Tennessee Department of Health and the Tennessee Hospital Association announced Maury Regional Medical Center received a “BEST for Babies” award designation. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group adds physician assistant

Josefine Cottrell, PA-C, has joined the staff at Maury Regional Medical Group’s PrimeCare Clinic. She joins Miranda Wood, PA-C, Loretta Davidson, FNP-BC, Carolyn Hebel, PMHNP-BC, and Catherine Clanton, MSW, LCSW. Read More >

Lung cancer survivor credits screening for finding issue early

Linda Moore could tell something just wasn’t right when she experienced a little shortness of breath that wouldn’t go away. Read More >

Chaney appointed to Tennessee Hospital Association board

Maury Regional Health CEO Martin Chaney, MD, has been appointed to the Tennessee Hospital Association Board of Directors. Read More >

Reminder: TennCare renewals start in April

Maury Regional finds unique way to utilize excess foods

Maury Regional Health has found a new way to make the most out of its food not consumed by patients and staff on a daily basis. Read More >

Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant join Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG)

Kristen Clay, FNP-BC, and Colleen St.John, PA-C, have joined separate primary care locations within Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG). Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group adds family medicine physician

Gavin Pinkston, MD, is now a part of the Maury Regional Medical Group Primary Care and Pediatrics in Columbia. Read More >

Community steps up to support breast cancer fighters

The local community showed its support for those fighting breast cancer in 2022 by contributing $28,833 to the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation’s Women’s Center Fund. Read More >

K-9 unit helps keep Maury Regional safe 24/7

As the second health care facility and first rural hospital in Tennessee to implement a K-9 unit, Maury Regional Medical Center has become a model for other hospitals in the state. Read More >

Family Nurse Practitioner joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Karalyn Champion, FNP-C has joined the staff at Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Endocrinology. Endocrinology is a specialty which treats diabetes, thyroid disorders and conditions relating to the endocrine system. Read More >

2 added to Maury Regional advisory board

Maury Regional Medical Center recently announced Lesbia Martinez and Jordon Shaw have joined its advisory board for the 2023 term. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation to host Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot April 1

The annual Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot will take place Saturday, April 1, at Riverwalk Park in Columbia. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center Laboratory receives CAP re-accreditation

The laboratory at Wayne Medical Center has been awarded re-accreditation by the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists. Read More >

Maury Regional encourages participation in National Wear Red Day

Maury Regional Medical Center is encouraging individuals to help promote awareness of cardiovascular disease by participating in National Wear Red Day on Feb. 3. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center earns accreditation from The Joint Commission

Marshall Medical Center (MMC) has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with performance standards, according to MMC CEO Phyllis Brown. Read More >

Maury Regional announces new board appointments

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) recently announced its board of trustees and advisory board members for the 2023 term. Read More >

Maury Regional Health offers free support groups for southern Middle Tennessee community

Maury Regional Health offers free support groups for southern Middle Tennessee community Read More >

Maury Regional surgeons utilize new ankle replacement procedure

Maury Regional surgeons utilize new ankle replacement procedure Read More >

New Maury Regional Occupational Health facility open

Maury Regional Health has opened the new Maury Regional Occupational Health facility at 1114 W. Seventh St. in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation announces 2023 board appointments

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation announced appointments to its board of directors for 2023 during the group’s recent December meeting. Read More >

Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee awards grant to Women’s Center Fund

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation has received a $7,500 grant from The Women’s Fund of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Read More >

Annual nicotine cessation 4 class series to resume January 2023

Have you always wanted to quit nicotine but never found something that works for you? Maury Regional Health is offering a free four-class series to help. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group announces inclement weather and holiday closures for urgent care and practice locations

Inclement weather & holiday hours Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group welcomes physician assistant

Brian Lovely, PA-C, is now a part of the staff at Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Primary Care in Columbia. Read More >

Annual MRMC Holiday Hugs program gives gifts to 818 children

Employees, physicians and volunteers at Maury Regional Medical Center provided a little holiday cheer yet again for local schoolchildren this year with the annual Holiday Hugs gift program. Read More >

Maury Regional takes innovative approach to palliative care

The Maury Regional Medical Center palliative and pastoral care teams have unique ways of making sure patients are cared for in every aspect — body, mind and spirit. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center recognized for medical excellence, patient safety by CareChex®

Maury Regional Medical Center has been ranked No. 1 in Tennessee for medical excellence in major orthopedic surgery and for patient safety in joint replacement in the 2023 CareChex® Awards by Quantros, Inc. Read More >

Maury Regional Health reports on respiratory illness

Respiratory illnesses are impacting communities across the country, and southern Middle Tennessee is no exception. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center earns 2 accreditations from The Joint Commission

Hospital medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Joshua Bates, MD, an internal medicine and pediatrics specialist, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center as a hospital medicine physician. Read More >

Adcox ‘a new man’ after shoulder surgery

Brent Adcox was used to living with pain in his left shoulder. In January of 2021, he decided enough was enough. Read More >

Maury Regional Food Pantry celebrates 10-year anniversary with food drive

Maury Regional Medical Center held a special celebration Nov. 16 to recognize the Maury Regional Food Pantry’s 10 years of serving patients. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center receives grade ‘A’ for patient safety

For the 18th consecutive term, Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has received an “A” grade, the highest possible ranking, from The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for the fall of 2022. Read More >

MRMC Food and Nutrition named Morrison’s Regional Account of the Year

The Maury Regional Medical Center Food Services team was recently recognized as Regional Account of the Year by Morrison Healthcare. Read More >

Maury Regional donates 397 pairs of socks during Socktober campaign

Maury Regional Health employees stepped up yet again to help the less fortunate with the second annual Socktober sock drive in October. Read More >

Maury Regional Cancer Center earns ACR accreditation for PET imaging

The Maury Regional Cancer Center has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in positron emission tomography (PET) as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology. Read More >

Maury Regional medical staff adds emergency medicine physician

Safely dispose of unused medications at Maury Regional drug take-back event

Maury Regional Medical Center will offer the public an opportunity to safely dispose of expired, unused or unneeded prescription drugs on Saturday, Oct. 29. Read More >

18-year breast cancer survivor stresses importance of annual mammograms

Getting an annual mammogram was always important to Brenda Frierson. When she went to Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) for her yearly appointment in January of 2005, though, she found out just how important it was. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center to host Halloween Movie Night in the park

On Saturday, Oct. 29, Wayne Medical Center invites the community to attend a free Halloween Movie Night at Waynesboro City Park starting at 7:30 p.m. featuring a showing of “Hocus Pocus.” Read More >

Maury Regional to host free Medicare seminar

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) will host the free Your Medicare in 2023 seminar on Friday, Oct. 21, from 2-3 p.m. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center earns ACR accreditation for CT services

Maury Regional Medical Center earns ACR accreditation for CT services Read More >

Maury Regional welcomes pediatrician

Maury Regional welcomes pediatrician Read More >

Martin Chaney, MD, named CEO

Martin Chaney, MD, named CEO Read More >

Cardiologists join Maury Regional medical staff

Cardiologists join Maury Regional medical staff Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation raises $80K at annual golf tournament

The annual Tony Starks Memorial Golf Tournament was held Sept. 22 at the Graymere Country Club in Columbia, raising more than $80,000 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group adds family nurse practitioner

Brooke Miller, FNP-BC, IBCLC, a specialist in family medicine, has joined the staff at Maury Regional Medical Group (MRMG) Primary Care & Pediatrics in Columbia. Read More >

Lewis Health Center to offer walk-in mammography screenings

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Lewis Health Center will offer walk-in mammography screenings Oct. 5 and 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. to provide convenient access for women seeking their annual mammogram. Read More >

Maury Regional named to Forbes’ ‘Best Employers’ list

Forbes recently released its “America’s Best Employers by State” list, and Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) made the cut in Tennessee. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation receives $238K donation from Charles, Gail Pigg

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation was recently given a $189,567.37 gift from the late Charles and Gail Pigg. Read More >

Maury Regional welcomes cardiologist

Mercy Chandrasekaran, MD, FACC, a specialist in cardiology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. She is associated with Vanderbilt Heart-Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional welcomes pathology specialist

Nihar Hotchandani, MD, a specialist in pathology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Opus Pathology/PCA Southeast. Read More >

Maury Regional Health to offer support group for children with diabetes

In September, Maury Regional Health will begin offering a new support group to provide education and encouragement for children managing type 1 or type 2 diabetes and their support systems. Read More >

Podiatrist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Rhennetta J. Bork, DPM, a specialist in podiatry, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. She is associated with Advanced Foot & Ankle Care Centers in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional receives accreditation from College of American Pathologists

The laboratory at Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has been awarded re-accreditation by the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) following a recent on-site inspection. Read More >

Lewisburg support group focuses on coping with depression, anxiety

Marshall Medical Center’s Senior Life Solutions offers Beyond Tomorrow, a free guidance and support group for individuals typically 65 and older who are coping with age-related issues, including depression and anxiety. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Board of Trustees makes leadership announcement

Maury Regional Health Board of Trustees makes leadership announcement Read More >

Ear, nose and throat specialist joins medical group

Maury Regional Medical Group will be opening a new practice in August with the addition of Frances Mei Hardin, MD, an ear, nose and throat specialist. Read More >

Interventional cardiologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Interventional cardiologist Mazen Khalil, MD, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Vanderbilt Heart-Columbia. Read More >

Orthopedic surgeons join Maury Regional medical staff

Orthopedic surgeons Christopher M. Loftis, MD, and Carson D. Strickland, MD, have joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. They are associated with Mid-Tennessee Bone & Joint Clinic. Read More >

U.S. News & World Report names Maury Regional among high performing hospitals

U.S. News & World Report names Maury Regional among high performing hospitals Read More >

Lewisburg Family Practice welcomes new advanced practice provider

Brandy Miller, FNP-C, a specialist in family medicine, has joined the staff at Lewisburg Family Practice, an affiliate of Maury Regional Health. Read More >

Urologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Troy R. Larson, MD, a specialist in urology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Maury Regional Medical Group and will see patients at Maury Regional Medical Group Urology in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional EMS to host career fair August 11 and 12

Maury Regional Health invites emergency medical services (EMS) professionals from throughout the region to attend an EMS career fair August 11 and 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1212 Tradewinds Drive in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional Health to host career fair for registered nurses

Maury Regional Health invites registered nurses (RNs) from throughout the region to participate in a nursing career fair Thursday, July 28, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia. Read More >

Local students participate in MASH education program at Maury Regional

Nine area high school students recently completed a one-week program at Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) that provided them with insight into careers in the health care industry. Read More >

Maury Regional earns accreditation in nuclear medicine

Maury Regional Medical Center has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in nuclear medicine as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Read More >

Maury Regional is nationally recognized for its commitment to improving cardiac arrest survival rates

Maury Regional is nationally recognized for its commitment to improving cardiac arrest survival rates Read More >

Emergency medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Joshua Cragun, MD, a specialist in emergency medicine, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Podiatrist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Danielle L. Malin, DPM, a specialist in podiatry, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. She is associated with Premier Foot and Ankle Care. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center nationally recognized for patient safety

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has again been awarded an ‘A’ in the spring 2022 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing the medical center’s achievements in protecting patients from preventable harms and errors. This is the 17th consecutive reporting period in which MRMC earned an ‘A’ safety rating. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center recertified for Total Hip and Knee Replacement from The Joint Commission

Maury Regional Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center awards college scholarships

Marshall Medical Center (MMC) recently presented $6,000 worth of college scholarships to five high school graduates who plan to pursue careers in health care. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center awarded perinatal care certification from The Joint Commission

Maury Regional Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Perinatal Care Certification. Read More >

Maury Regional Health enhances interventional cardiology

In an effort to help physicians provide faster and more efficient cardiac care to the region, Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia is further enhancing its cardiac catheterization laboratories with the installation of new state-of-the-art technology. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center distinguished as ‘Best for Babies’

Maury Regional Medical Center is one of 10 birthing hospitals in Tennessee to receive the “BEST for Babies” award designation for efforts to reduce infant deaths in 2021. Read More >

Dispose safely of unused medications at free event at Maury Regional Medical Center on April 30

Maury Regional Medical Center to host free drug take-back event on April 30 in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional Critical Care recognized with gold Beacon Award for Excellence

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) recently conferred a gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence on the Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) Critical Care Unit. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recognizes 5K winners

A total of 511 runners and walkers participated in the 2022 Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot at Riverwalk Park on Saturday, April 2, raising approximately $30,000 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation thanks to contributions from racers and local sponsors. Read More >

Foundation names palliative care fund in honor of Maura Lipp, MD

Foundation names palliative care fund in honor of Maura Lipp, MD Read More >

Maury Regional Health welcomes CEO Davin Turner, DO

Maury Regional Health welcomes CEO Davin Turner, DO Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation to host Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot on April 2

Hosted by the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation and presented by First Farmers and Merchants Bank, the annual Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot will take place Saturday, April 2, at Riverwalk Park in Columbia. Read More >

Diabetes: Self-management is vital to keeping blood sugar under control

Maury Regional Health encourages individuals with high blood sugar levels to seek education and support about managing the condition. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center to host summer program for high school students

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) will welcome high school students in June for the 2022 Maury Academy for Students in Health (MASH) program, a one-week summer camp for students interested in pursuing careers in health care. Read More >

Maury Regional Health experiencing increase in COVID cases

Maury Regional Health experiencing increase in COVID cases Read More >

Maury Regional Health sees marked increase in COVID and flu activity, urges caution

As influenza and COVID activity rises sharply across Tennessee – including in the areas served by Maury Regional Health – the health system is encouraging the community to be especially vigilant. Read More >

Emergency medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Wilson P. Frasca, MD, a specialist in emergency medicine, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee awards grant to Maury Regional Health Care Foundation

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation receives $5,600 grant from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee designated to Women’s Center Fund. Read More >

Pathologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Pathology specialist Mayuko Imai, MD, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Davin Turner, DO, appointed MRH CEO

Davin Turner, DO, appointed MRH CEO Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation announces 2022 board appointments

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation announced appointments to its board of directors for 2022 during the group’s recent December meeting. Read More >

Local artists donate wig stands for cancer patients

Patients at the Maury Regional Cancer Center will benefit from a generous donation by a group of local woodturning artists. Read More >

Emergency medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Drew Flansbaum, MD, a specialist in emergency medicine, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury County Gun Club raises more than $11,000 for breast cancer patients

The Maury County Gun Club raised $11,260 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation during its annual Shoot for a Cure competition October 23. Proceeds from the annual event are donated to the Foundation’s Women’s Center Fund, which offers support for southern Middle Tennessee women facing a breast cancer diagnosis. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center and Women’s Center earn accreditation in multiple imaging services

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) and the Maury Regional Women’s Center have been awarded accreditation in ultrasound, breast ultrasound, stereotactic breast biopsy and breast MRI. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center names EMS station in honor of Dr. Joe Hall

The EMS station at Wayne Medical Center has been dedicated in honor of the late Joe I. Hall, MD. Read More >

Maury Regional nationally recognized for patient safety

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has again been awarded an ‘A’ in the fall 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing MRMC’s achievements in providing safer health care. This is the 16th consecutive reporting period in which MRMC earned an ‘A’ rating. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group offers pediatric vaccination

Maury Regional Medical Group offers pediatric vaccination Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group relocates rheumatology practice in Columbia

MRMG Rheumatology is now open in the Maury Regional Medical Plaza in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional Health relocates COVID vaccine clinic for ages 12+ to hospital campus

The COVID vaccine clinic offered by Maury Regional Health is now located in Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recognizes 5K winners

A total of 216 runners and walkers participated in the 2021 Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot at Riverwalk Park on Saturday, October 23, raising approximately $29,000 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation thanks to contributions from racers and local sponsors. Read More >

Maury Regional Health encourages flu vaccination

Physician encourages flu vaccination Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group opens primary care and pediatric practice in Columbia

Maury Regional Medical Group announces the opening of the new MRMG Primary Care and Pediatrics practice in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation installs new serenity wall

On October 14, the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation unveiled a new serenity wall on the Labor & Delivery floor at Maury Regional Medical Center made possible by a donation from Columbia resident Ronnie Erwin in memory of his late wife, Lynn McKee Erwin. Read More >

Emergency medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Emergency medicine specialist Nicholas J. Jensen, MD, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center nurse residency program earns reaccreditation

Maury Regional Medical Center’s (MRMC) nurse residency program recently received accreditation with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation to host Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot on October 23

Hosted by the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation and presented by Reliant Bank, the annual Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot will take place Saturday, October 23, at Riverwalk Park in Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional EMS and Columbia Fire & Rescue earn national recognition from American Heart Association

Maury Regional Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Columbia Fire & Rescue (CFR) have received joint recognition as recipients of the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold Plus Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures to treat patients who suffer severe heart attacks. Read More >

Maury Regional sees alarming trends in COVID hospitalizations

Maury Regional sees alarming trends in COVID hospitalizations Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group opens endocrinology practice

Maury Regional Medical Group opens endocrinology practice Read More >

Maury Regional breaks record for COVID hospitalizations

Maury Regional breaks record for COVID hospitalizations Read More >

Maury Regional on track to break record for COVID hospitalizations

Maury Regional Health (MRH) is on a trajectory to break its prior COVID inpatient record of 102 set on December 28, 2020. Read More >

Chief medical officer to serve as interim CEO

The Maury Regional Health (MRH) Board of Trustees has appointed Chief Medical Officer Martin Chaney, M.D., to serve as the interim CEO, according to MRH Board Chair Houston Parks. Read More >

Obstetrics and gynecology specialist joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Liane P. Gozmao, M.D., a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, has joined Maury Regional Medical Group Obstetrics and Gynecology in Columbia and Spring Hill. Read More >

Family medicine physician joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Taylor M. Bush, M.D., a specialist in family medicine with Maury Regional Medical Group, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center awarded Primary Stroke Center Certification from The Joint Commission

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for re-certification as a Primary Stroke Center. Read More >

Obstetrics and gynecology specialist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Gabriele B. Grossl, M.D., a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center Read More >

Rehabilitation program for heart patients receives certification

Maury Regional Medical Center has earned certification for its cardiovascular rehabilitation program from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Read More >

EMS offers in-home courtesy care program

Maury Regional EMS now offers a program to help patients better manage their health conditions at home. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation establishes behavioral health fund

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recently announced the development of a fund to address the behavioral health needs of Maury Regional Health (MRH) patients as well as MRH employees and their families, according to Foundation Executive Director Joe Kilgore. Read More >

U.S. News & World Report names Maury Regional Medical Center among high performing hospitals

U.S. News & World Report has recognized Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) as a high performing hospital in the areas of colon cancer surgery, heart failure treatment, kidney failure treatment and knee replacement for 2021–22. Read More >

Orthopedic surgeon joins Maury Regional medical staff

Orthopedic surgeon joins Maury Regional medical staff Read More >

Podiatrist joins Maury Regional medical staff

John C. Haight, DPM, a specialist in podiatry, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury Regional Health CEO Alan Watson announces retirement

Maury Regional Health CEO Alan Watson announces retirement Read More >

Maury Regional Health names cardiac interventional center in honor of Waymon L. Hickman, Sr.

MRH names heart center in honor of Waymon L. Hickman, Sr. Read More >

Local students awarded college scholarships from Marshall Medical Center

Marshall Medical Center awards college scholarships Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation funds cardiac monitor for fire department

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recently funded equipment for Columbia Fire & Rescue (CFR) Station No. 3 to allow first responders to provide on-scene cardiac monitoring for patients experiencing a medical emergency. Read More >

Podiatry specialists join medical staff at Marshall Medical Center

Two specialists in podiatry have joined the medical staff at Marshall Medical Center in Lewisburg. Read More >

Maury Regional among nation’s top performing hospitals for treatment of heart attack patients

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) is one of only 60 hospitals nationwide to receive the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award for 2021. The award recognizes MRMC’s commitment to providing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients as outlined by the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association. Read More >

Lewis Health Center mammography program earns accreditation

Mammography services at Lewis Health Center have been awarded a renewed three-year term of accreditation by the American College of Radiology. Read More >

Pathologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Solomon Lee, D.O., a specialist in pathology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center earns ACR accreditation for CT services

Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in computed tomography as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology. Read More >

Maury Regional nationally recognized for patient safety by Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has been awarded an ‘A’ in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing MRMC’s achievements in providing safer health care. This is the 15th consecutive reporting period in which MRMC earned an ‘A’ rating. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center Laboratory earns accreditation

The laboratory at Wayne Medical Center has been awarded accreditation by the College of American Pathologists. Read More >

Maury Regional Health welcomes pediatric physician

Pediatrician joins medical staff Read More >

Maury Regional Women’s Center receives re-accreditation

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has been granted a three-year full accreditation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a quality program administered by the American College of Surgeons. This is the third consecutive three-year NAPBC accreditation for the Maury Regional Women’s Center. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation announces board appointments

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recently announced appointments to its board of directors for 2021. Read More >

Maury Regional recognized with ‘BEST for Babies’ award

The Tennessee Department of Health and the Tennessee Hospital Association recognized Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) as one of 14 birthing hospitals in the state to receive the “BEST for Babies” award designation for efforts to reduce infant deaths in 2020. This is the second year MRMC has earned this distinction. Read More >

Maury Regional first in state to implement new surgical technology

Beginning in February, Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) became the first hospital in Tennessee to offer new state-of-the-art surgical technology for spinal and cranial procedures with the implementation of the 7D Surgical FlashTM Navigation System, which serves as a fast, accurate and radiation-free surgical tool. Read More >

Maury Regional announces new board appointments

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) recently announced appointments to the board of trustees and advisory board for the 2021 term. Read More >

Maury Regional partners with health department to offer vaccines

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has partnered with the Maury County Health Department to offer vaccines to the public, according to Maury Regional Health CEO Alan Watson. Read More >

Maury Regional Health continues Holiday Hugs program for local children

For more than 20 years, employees, physicians and volunteers at Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) have been providing gifts for Maury County school children through the annual Holiday Hugs program. This year, a total of 624 local children received a gift from the program to help make the holidays a little brighter. Read More >

Maury Regional Health administers first COVID-19 vaccines to frontline providers

Maury Regional Health administered the first COVID-19 vaccines to frontline health care workers Thursday, December 17. Read More >

Maury Regional nationally recognized for patient safety by Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) was awarded an ‘A’ in the fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing MRMC’s achievements in providing safer health care. This is the 14th consecutive reporting period in which MRMC earned an ‘A’ rating. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center recognized for surgical outcomes

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has achieved recognition as one of only 89 hospitals nationwide to be recognized for achieving meritorious outcomes for surgical patient care in 2019 by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP). Read More >

Maury County Gun Club raises $10,000 for breast cancer support

The Maury County Gun Club raised $10,000 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation during its annual Shoot for a Cure competition October 24. Proceeds from this annual event will go to the Foundation’s Women’s Center Fund, which offers support for southern Middle Tennessee women facing a breast cancer diagnosis. Read More >

Hawkins joins Maury Regional Health Care Foundation’s Walton Legacy Society

Earlier this summer, the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation welcomed Columbia State Community College President Emeritus O. Rebecca Hawkins, PhD, as the newest member of the prestigious Walton Legacy Society upon her decision to include the Foundation in her estate plans. Read More >

Emergency medicine physicians join Maury Regional medical staff

Emergency medicine specialists Sarah D. Graham, M.D., and J. Alan Webster Jr., M.D., M.B.A., have joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center earns accreditation from The Joint Commission

Wayne Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital Accreditation. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation provides UV cleaning lights for first responders

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation approved funding this summer to purchase 10 ultraviolet (UV) cleaning lights for Maury Regional Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Columbia Fire & Rescue in response to needs precipitated by COVID-19. Read More >

Internal medicine and pediatrics specialist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Pinky R. Chugani, D.O., a specialist in internal medicine and pediatrics, is associated with Maury Regional Medical Group and sees patients at Prime Care Clinic in Columbia. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center introduces 3D mammography

Wayne Medical Center recently added Genius™ 3D Mammography™ developed by Hologic, Inc., to its range of imaging services. Read More >

Lewis Health Center introduces physical therapy for Parkinson’s disease patients

Lewis Health Center Physical Therapy in Hohenwald has added therapy services specifically designed to benefit patients with Parkinson’s disease. Read More >

Neurologist joins Maury Regional hospital medicine team

Nicholas A. Coman, M.D., a specialist in neurology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Maury Regional Medical Group Hospital Medicine Program. Read More >

Maury Regional Health federally qualified health centers receive $142,633 in grants

Maury Regional Health (MRH) recently received $142,633 in grant funding through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) that will enhance the organization’s delivery of quality and equitable care for underserved populations. Read More >

September is Sepsis Awareness Month: Know the signs

During Sepsis Awareness Month, Maury Regional Health encourages the public to recognize the signs of sepsis and to act urgently when the condition is suspected. Read More >

Podiatrist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Amanda K. Maloney, D.P.M., a specialist in podiatry, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Hospital medicine physicians join Maury Regional medical staff

Three hospital medicine physicians have joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center among nation’s top performing hospitals for treatment of heart attack patients

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) is one of only 124 hospitals nationwide to receive an award from the American College of Cardiology for the organization’s success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients as outlined by the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association’s clinical guidelines and recommendations. Read More >

Anesthesiologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Amelia E. Owens, M.D., a specialist in anesthesiology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Vascular surgeon joins Maury Regional medical staff

Patrick C. Yu, M.D., a specialist in vascular surgery, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation receives grant for COVID-19 response

The United Way of Greater Nashville recently awarded the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation a $10,000 grant from the organization’s COVID-19 Response Fund to provide assistance and support for those impacted by COVID-19. Read More >

Maury Regional Health honored with recognition from American Heart Association

The American Heart Association (AHA) recently recognized Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) and Maury Regional Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for implementing specific quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients experiencing cardiac arrest or heart attack. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center receives re-accreditation for treatment of chest pain

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) for its demonstrated expertise in treating patients with chest pain by awarding re-accreditation as a Chest Pain Center with Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). MRMC has been an accredited chest pain center since 2008. Read More >

Robotic surgery technology reaches milestone at Maury Regional Medical Center

Surgeries performed with the assistance of robotic technology at Maury Regional Medical Center have reached a milestone, with 1,000 cases performed with each of two state-of-the-art platforms. Read More >

Maury Regional Home Services recognized for patient satisfaction

Maury Regional Home Services has been recognized for achievements in patient satisfaction for 2019. Read More >

Surgeon joins Maury Regional medical staff

Andrew W. Garrett, M.D., a specialist in general surgery, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury Regional Health named a top health system in the nation for sixth time

Maury Regional Health has been named one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems for 2020 by IBM Watson Health. Read More >

Maury Regional implements new stroke imaging technology

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has adopted the Rapid Processing of Perfusion and Diffusion (RAPID®) platform, the most advanced cerebrovascular imaging software for identifying treatment options for stroke patients. Read More >

Teletherapy services provide at-home care for seniors experiencing depression, anxiety or loneliness

Senior Life Solutions now has the ability to provide outpatient group therapy services remotely. Read More >

Maury Regional Cancer Center earns ACR accreditation for radiation oncology

Maury Regional Cancer Center has been awarded another three-year term of accreditation in radiation oncology as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Radiation oncology, also known as radiation therapy, is the careful use of high-energy radiation to treat cancer. Read More >

Maury Regional nationally recognized with an ‘A’ for the spring 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) was awarded an ‘A’ in the spring 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing MRMC’s achievements providing safer health care. This is the 13th consecutive reporting period in which MRMC earned an ‘A’ rating. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group practices find new ways to serve patients

Practices ensure safety while providing care Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center earns ACR accreditation for MRI

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has been awarded a three-year term of reaccreditation in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Read More >

Finding the balance between social distancing and staying healthy

At a time when social distancing and staying at home is encouraged, many individuals may actually be neglecting their health. Read More >

Maury Regional Health accepts donations of personal protective equipment

As cases of COVID-19 continue to climb across the U.S. and in Tennessee, Maury Regional Health (MRH) has experienced an outpouring of support from community members seeking ways to help the organization and its health care providers on the front lines. Read More >

Maury Regional Cancer Center earns ACR accreditation for PET

Maury Regional Cancer Center has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in positron emission tomography (PET) as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). PET is an advanced imaging modality used to diagnose or treat a variety of diseases, including many types of cancer. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center achieves Magnet® recognition

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has achieved Magnet® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a reflection of the organization’s nursing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care. Read More >

MS support group to hold first meeting on March 5 in Columbia

The first meeting of Maury Regional Health’s new Multiple Sclerosis (MS) support group will take place on Thursday, March 5 Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation announces new board appointments

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recently announced 2020 appointments to the board. Read More >

Technology improves transition from hospital to post-acute facilities

Maury Regional Health has implemented a technology-based program designed to improve a patient’s transition from an inpatient hospital stay to a post-acute care facility. Read More >

Anesthesiologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Jennifer L. Huelsbusch, M.D., a specialist in anesthesiology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury Regional hip and knee replacement services recertified by The Joint Commission

Maury Regional Medical Center has been recertified by The Joint Commission for total knee and total hip replacement. Read More >

Lewisburg Pediatrics announces addition of Dr. Andrew Nielsen and extended hours

Lewisburg Pediatrics has expanded its team of providers and extended its hours of service. Read More >

Maury Regional announces new board appointments

The Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) Board of Trustees recently announced appointments to the board of trustees and advisory board. Read More >

Maury Regional Health receives USDA grant for telemedicine services

The United States Department of Agriculture awarded Maury Regional Health with a $362,087 grant in support of the organization’s telemedicine initiatives. Read More >

Radiologist joins the medical staff

Scott H. Monen, M.D., a specialist in radiology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Occupational and speech therapy now available at Lewis Health Center

Lewis Health Center Physical Therapy has expanded its services to include occupational therapy and speech therapy. Read More >

MS Support Group formed at Maury Regional Medical Center

Maury Regional Health will begin a new Multiple Sclerosis (MS) support group on Thursday, March 5. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation awarded grant from Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation has received a $4,100 grant from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center recognized for medical excellence for 2020 by CareChex®

Marshall Medical Center installs new nuclear medicine equipment

Marshall Medical Center in Lewisburg recently installed new diagnostic imaging equipment used to perform nuclear medicine studies. Read More >

Maury Regional nationally recognized with an ‘A’ for the Fall 2019 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

MRMC earns 12th consecutive 'A' rating Read More >

Cardiologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Kevin M. Young, M.D., a specialist in cardiology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Vanderbilt Heart-Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional Health earns AASM accreditation for sleep centers

Maury Regional Health’s sleep center facilities in Columbia, Lawrenceburg, Lewisburg and Waynesboro all recently received program accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). Read More >

Family medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Robert E. Bilbao, M.D., a specialist in family medicine, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Maury Regional Medical Group. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation announces 2019 golf tournament winners

The Tony Starks Memorial Golf Tournament celebrated 20 years on September 19, raising more than $120,000 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation Read More >

New wellness program at Wayne Medical Center aims to improve health and quality of life

The Wayne Medical Center Therapy Center has announced a new therapy-based wellness program that is designed to meet the individual needs of those whose physical condition impacts their overall health. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center mammography earns accreditation

Marshall Medical Center recently earned accreditation from the American College of Radiology for mammography services, including 3D mammography. Read More >

Maury Regional Health sends EMS team to provide aid in Hurricane Dorian relief

Two emergency medical services employees from the Maury Regional Health system traveled to North Carolina in early September to provide aid during relief efforts following Hurricane Dorian. Read More >

Hospital medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Shawn J. Price, M.D., a specialist in internal medicine and pediatrics, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center as a hospital medicine physician. Read More >

Physician joins Lewisburg practice

Lucas Wilmore, D.O., a specialist in family medicine, has joined Octavia Graham, M.D., Timothy Nash, M.D., and Kanthi Narra, M.D., at Lewisburg Family Practice, an affiliate of Maury Regional Health. Read More >

Family medicine physician joins Maury Regional Medical Group

John R. Roberts, D.O., a specialist in family medicine, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Lewisburg practice welcomes new physician

Octavia L. Graham, M.D., has joined Timothy Nash, M.D., and Kanthi Narra, M.D., at Lewisburg Family Practice, an affiliate of Maury Regional Health. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recognizes families

Thank you to the Bolton and Martin families Read More >

Marshall Medical Center earns accreditation in CT imaging

Marshall Medical Center has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in CT by the American College of Radiology. Read More >

Hospital medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Brandon M. Gentry, M.D., a specialist in internal medicine and pediatrics, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center as a hospital medicine physician. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center earns certification in treatment of heart failure

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has again earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Heart Failure Certification. Read More >

Family medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Raymond J. Howard, M.D., a specialist in family medicine, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Maury Regional Medical Group in Mt. Pleasant. Read More >

Maury Regional to open urgent care location in north Columbia

On July 8, Maury Regional Urgent Care will open its third location in the Neapolis area. Read More >

Maury Regional adds new technology to Cancer Center

Maury Regional Cancer Center in Columbia has expanded its imaging technology. The comprehensive Cancer Center now offers PET, CT and PET/CT imaging services with the addition of the new Biograph mCT. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center awards college scholarships

Marshall Medical Center recently presented college scholarships worth $1,000 each to three high school graduates who plan to pursue careers in health care. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Group to offer plastic and reconstructive surgery in Spring Hill

Maury Regional Medical Group Plastic Surgery is pleased to announce the opening of a practice location in Spring Hill. Matthew Endara, M.D., a specialist in plastic and reconstructive surgery, will begin seeing patients in the Spring Hill office July 9. Read More >

Local gun club raises funds for breast cancer patients

The Maury County Gun Club hosted the annual Shoot for a Cure event May 18, raising $6,363 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation's Women's Center Fund. Read More >

Parker's Project event raises funds for premature infants at Maury Regional Medical Center

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation partnered with Parker's Project in June for the program's third annual fundraiser to raise more than $4,200 for newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Maury Regional offers Mako knee and hip replacement seminar

On July 9, Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) will be hosting a free seminar on knee and hip replacement at 6 p.m. in the Maury Regional Annex located at 1223 Trotwood Avenue in Columbia. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center introduces 3D mammography

Marshall Medical Center recently added Genius™ 3D Mammography™ developed by Hologic, Inc., to its range of imaging services Read More >

Pathologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Alexander Clark Thurman, M.D., a specialist in pathology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with PCA Southeast. Read More >

Parker's Project to host third annual fundraiser

Parker's Project to host third annual fundraiser Read More >

MRMC receives an “A” for patient safety

MRMC receives an “A” for patient safety Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation to participate in online giving challenge May 2

On Thursday, May 2, the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation will collaborate with several Maury County nonprofit organizations to host a tailgate party and fundraiser during the annual Big Payback challenge, a 24-hour online day of giving presented by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center earns re-accreditation in nuclear medicine

Marshall Medical Center has been awarded another three-year term of accreditation in nuclear medicine as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recognizes Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot winners

A total of 540 runners and walkers participated in the 2019 Mule Kick 5K & 1-Mile Trot at Riverwalk Park on Saturday, April 6, raising more than $32,000 for the community thanks to contributions from racers and local sponsors. Read More >

Emergency Medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Jessica Grace Folger, M.D., a specialist in emergency medicine, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC). She is associated with Team Health, the provider of physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants for the emergency department at MRMC. Read More >

Cardiologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Christopher Scott English, M.D., a specialist in cardiology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Vanderbilt Heart-Columbia. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center now offers world’s smallest pacemaker

Maury Regional Medical Center is proud to now offer the world’s smallest pacemaker: the Micra® Transcatheter Pacing System, which provides patients the most advanced pacing technology at one-tenth the size of a traditional pacemaker. Read More >

Maury Regional Health reflects on mobile medical unit’s first year of operation

Maury Regional Health’s (MRH) mobile medical unit celebrated its first year of operation in February 2019 with more than 7,500 encounters with at-risk and underserved patients across southern Middle Tennessee. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center awarded certification as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center

Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) recently earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for certification as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center. The Gold Seal of Approval® and the Heart-Check mark both represent symbols of quality from their respective organizations. Read More >

Maury Regional Health receives federal funds to reduce hospital readmission rates

Maury Regional Health has been awarded $928,878 in Civil Monetary Penalty funds from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for a program to enhance the continuum of care and reduce patient readmission rates through its post-acute care network. Read More >

Maury Regional announces new board appointments

The Maury Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees recently announced appointments to the board of trustees and advisory board. Read More >

MRMC Critical Care recognized with silver Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses recently conferred a silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence on the Maury Regional Medical Center Critical Care Unit. Read More >

Maury Regional Health supports National Wear Red Day for heart disease awareness

Maury Regional Health invites the public to join its efforts to raise awareness of heart disease among women by participating in National Wear Red Day on Friday, February 1. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation to host annual Mule Kick 5K and 1-Mile Trot on April 6

Hosted by the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation and presented by Reliant Bank, the annual Mule Kick 5K and 1-Mile Trot will take place Saturday, April 6, at Riverwalk Park in Columbia. Read More >

Marshall Medical Center Physical Therapy has new location

Marshall Medical Center Physical Therapy has relocated to the hospital campus, with a new therapy gym and dedicated patient entrance. An open house and ribbon cutting will be held on Thursday, January 17, from 4 until 6 p.m. Read More >

Maury Regional celebrates 20 years of helping local children

For 20 years, Maury Regional Health employees, physicians and volunteers have been providing gifts to Maury County school children to make the holiday a little brighter. Read More >

Maury Regional's Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Program certified

The Maury Regional Medical Center Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Program has been recertified for three years by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation . Read More >

Lewis Health Center named in award for rural health care

Maury Regional Health was recently recognized by the Rural Health Association of Tennessee for providing quality health care to rural areas through Lewis Health Center in Hohenwald. Read More >

Local event raises thousands to support women with cancer

An annual event hosted by Amandia and Chris Long has raised nearly $33,000 to assist local breast cancer patients. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center Laboratory earns accreditation

The laboratory at Wayne Medical Center has been awarded accreditation by the College of American Pathologists. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center earns 10th consecutive patient safety award

Maury Regional Medical Center has been awarded an ‘A’ rating in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades Fall 2018 report. Read More >

Nephrology specialist joins Maury Regional medical staff

César Y. Cardona, M.D., a specialist in nephrology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Nephrology Associates. Read More >

Maury Regional Health implements new EMR and patient portal November 1

Maury Regional Health (MRH) will launch a new electronic medical record (EMR) system effective November 1, 2018. Benefits include one medical record that allows the Maury Regional Health team to provide better care coordination between providers and an enhanced patient portal. Read More >

Maury Regional and TriStar Health break ground on behavioral health hospital

Maury Regional and TriStar Health break ground on behavioral health hospital Read More >

Hospital Medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Christopher P. Turner, M.D., a specialist in internal medicine and pediatrics, has returned to the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center as a hospital medicine physician associated with Maury Regional Medical Group Read More >

Pediatric primary care now available at Lewis Health Center

Pediatric primary care was recently added to the services available at Lewis Health Center in Hohenwald. Read More >

Hospital Medicine physicians join Maury Regional medical staff

Two new hospital medicine physicians have joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Radiologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Matthew R. Prater, M.D., a specialist in radiology, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. He is associated with Southern Radiology Associates. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation accepting teams for golf tournament

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation will host the 19th annual Tony Starks Memorial Golf Tournament on Thursday, September 13, at King’s Creek Golf Club in Spring Hill. A few team slots remain available for the tournament. The deadline for team participation is August 31. Read More >

Internal Medicine and Pediatrics specialist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Andrew Karl Nielsen, M.D., a specialist in internal medicine and pediatrics, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Plastic surgery specialist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Matthew R. Endara, M.D., a specialist in plastic and reconstructive surgery, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Nurse residency program at Maury Regional Medical Center earns accreditation

Maury Regional Medical Center has earned accreditation for a program that provides support to nurses who are entering practice. Read More >

Maury Regional robotic-assisted surgery program expands

Hospital Medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Tony S. Faris, D.O., a specialist in internal medicine, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center as a hospital medicine physician. Read More >

Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Brett C. Norman, M.D., MPH, a specialist in pulmonary and critical care medicine, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center. Read More >

Marsh elected chairman of Marshall Medical Center board of directors

William B. “Bill” Marsh has been elected chairman of the board of directors of Marshall Medical Center. Read More >

Hospital Medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Cyrilyn A. Walters, M.D., a specialist in internal medicine and pediatrics, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center as a hospital medicine physician. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation to participate in online giving challenge on May 2

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation will again participate in The Big Payback, a community-wide 24-hour online giving challenge hosted by the Community Foundation of Tennessee. The event will take place on Wednesday, May 2. Read More >

Maury Regional receives 9th consecutive “A” for patient safety in Spring 2018 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

Maury Regional Medical Center was one of 750 awarded an ‘A’ for its efforts in protecting patients Read More >

Maury Regional Health named a top health system in the nation for the fifth time

Maury Regional Health is the only system in Tennessee to be named one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems by IBM Watson Health in 2018. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation funds cardiac monitor for Columbia Fire Department

The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation recently funded equipment that allows first responders from the Columbia Fire Department to provide on-scene cardiac monitoring for potential heart attack patients. Read More >

Mule Kick 5K and 1-Mile Trot announces winners and continues fundraising for mobile health unit

More than 500 runners and walkers participated in the 18th annual Mule Kick 5K and 1-Mile Trot at Riverwalk Park April 7. The event was hosted by the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation and presented by Reliant Bank. Read More >

Wayne Medical Center to host volunteer interest luncheon

Wayne Medical Center will host an informational luncheon on Thursday, April 19 for community members interested in joining the facility’s new volunteer program. Read More >

Hospital Medicine physician joins Maury Regional medical staff

Deanna R. White, M.D., a specialist in internal medicine, has joined the medical staff at Maury Regional Medical Center as a hospital medicine physician. Read More >

Maury Regional Medical Center earns accreditation in echocardiography

Maury Regional Medical Center has been granted a three-year term of accreditation in echocardiography, also know as cardiac ultrasound. Read More >

Maury Regional announces new board appointments

The Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) Board of Trustees recently announced annual appointments to the board of trustees and advisory board. Read More >

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation to host 18th annual Mule Kick 5K and 1-Mile Trot on April 7

Hosted by the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation and presented by Reliant Bank the Mule Kick 5K and 1-Mile Trot will take place on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at Riverwalk Park in Columbia. Read More >

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Maury Regional’s Holiday Hugs program brings joy to children in need

Maury Regional to offer nicotine cessation program in January

Maury Regional Medical Center recognized for excellence in infant nutrition and childbirth practices

Maury Regional Medical Center awarded advanced certification in perinatal care from The Joint Commission

Behavioral health specialists join Maury Regional Medical Group

Maury Regional Health breaks ground in Lawrence County

Maury Regional Medical Center earns “A” grade in fall 2024 hospital safety ratings

Maury Regional earns Level IV trauma center designation

Spring Hill resident recovers from hiking injury with Maury Regional Physical Therapy

Annual BOOOOBIE Ball raises over $11k for Maury Regional Health Care Foundation’s Women’s Center Fund

The Family Center and the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation provide medication assistance to residents of Maury County

Maury Regional Health announces plans to expand into Lawrence County

Protect your health: Get vaccinated for flu, COVID-19, RSV, pneumococcal and shingles

Neurologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Prepare for flu season: Get your flu shot

2x breast cancer survivor Beverly McClarn shares her story

Marketplace open enrollment period underway

Maury Regional Health to host breast cancer seminar Oct. 27

Emergency specialist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Maury Regional to host free Medicare seminar

Podiatrist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Tony Stark’s Golf Tournament breaks fundraising record with over $120k raised for Maury Regional Health Care Foundation

LHC, WMC to offer walk-in mammograms

Surgeon on Maury Regional medical staff hits 500 procedures with da Vinci system

Signs it is time for a joint replacement

Primary care physician joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Stroke Alliance to host ‘Stroke Camp’ in southern Middle Tennessee this October

Hospital medicine physicians join Maury Regional medical staff

September is Sepsis Awareness Month, Maury Regional Health shares warning signs

Maury Regional Health opens new physical therapy location in Mount Pleasant

Oncologist joins Maury Regional Medical Staff

Cardiologist Brett Begley, MD, joins Maury Regional Health medical staff

Marshall Medical Center’s ‘swing beds’ support transitional care from hospital to home

Maury Regional Medical Center among nation’s top performing hospitals for treatment of heart attack patients

Maury Regional Health’s EMS nationally recognized for its commitment to quality care for heart attacks and strokes

Marshall Medical Center Physical Therapy launches autism testing, first in the area

Maury Regional Medical Center honored with 2024 Tennessee Board of Regents Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Philanthropy

Critical Care physician joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Cardiologist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Maury Regional Health receives sleep center accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine

Maury Regional Medical Center recognized for orthopedic surgery, joint replacement

Emergency specialist joins Maury Regional medical staff

Critical Care physician joins Maury Regional Medical Group

Cardiologist Victoria Thomas Martin, MD, joins Maury Regional Health medical staff

Marshall Medical Center hosts annual coaches clinic for Marshall County schools

Maury Regional Medical Center nationally recognized for its commitment to improving cardiac arrest survival rates

Maury Regional Health promotes Cathy Malone, MMHC, BSN, to chief nursing officer

Maury Regional Women’s Center renews accreditation for National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers® through the American College of Surgeons

U.S. News & World Report names Maury Regional Medical Center among Best Hospitals 2024-2025 as High Performing

Williams praises Marshall Medical for care during colonoscopy

Marshall Medical Center expands pediatric therapy space

Maury Regional Medical Center opens new hybrid vascular operating room

Maury Regional Cancer Center renews accreditation for Commission on Cancer® through the American College of Surgeons

Maury Regional offers new soundwave technology, improving treatment for heart disease

Maury Regional Health welcomes Julie Bowling to its Board of Trustees

Primary Care – Waynesboro celebrates new, improved location

Maury Regional Health earns 2024 Great Place to Work Certification

Cardiologist Najeeb Ahmed, MD, joins Maury Regional Health medical staff

Coalition for Responsible Health Care opposes proposed HCA TriStar hospital in Maury County

Maury Regional Health breaks ground on Orthopedic Surgical Institute

Healthgrades names Maury Regional a 2024 Patient Experience & Safety Award recipient

Advancements in technology: Maury Regional Medical Center now offers four state-of-the-art da Vinci Xi surgical systems

Maury Regional Medical Center receives ‘A’ for patient safety from Leapfrog

Ascension Saint Thomas Heart physicians join medical staff