Ascension Saint Thomas and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, are excited to announce that they have received state regulatory approval of a Certificate of Need to construct a new 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Murfreesboro. The new hospital will be located on Kennedy Drive, adjacent to the Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford hospital…
This week, we’re sitting down with Wayne Chevie, one of the brilliant minds behind a revolutionary new Spectrum 7 red light therapy bed! 
Wayne shares the science, innovation, and passion that went into engineering this cutting-edge technology – designed to enhance recovery, boost wellness, and change the game in light therapy. If you’d like…
A HUGE thank you to Dr. O’Hara for letting us follow her around during Wally’s (Jen’s Mom) eye exam. Dr. O’Hara and her team are not only incredibly knowledgable, but are very caring in how they work with their patients. If you’re in need of an eye doctor, check them out! O’Hara Vision Center
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Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford has named Daphne David as its new president and chief executive officer, effective May 1, 2025. A seasoned healthcare executive with more than 20 years of leadership experience, David joins Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford at a time of continued growth and investment in advanced patient care. David most recently served as…
Rutherford County emergency responders will provide quicker treatment for heart attack victims, thanks to a Christy-Houston Foundation grant and the county government. The Christy-Houston Foundation and Rutherford County government each funded half of the $302,288 cost to buy 147 automatic external defibrillators. AEDs will be placed in Rutherford County Sheriff’s vehicles, Rutherford County Fire-Rescue fire…
For uninsured and low-income patients in Tennessee, access to essential medications can mean the difference between thriving and struggling with poor health. Ascension Saint Thomas, in partnership with Dispensary of Hope, is meeting this critical need by providing free medications to underserved communities across the state. Founded in Middle Tennessee, Dispensary of Hope began as…
Friends of Smyrna Library (FOSL) will be having their 3rd annual Run to Read Fun Run on April 5th at the J.J. McWilliams Old Rock School Park, outside of the Smyrna Public Library. The event is free and open to all ages, and will feature prizes for the most laps completed by children and adult…
TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center is pleased to announce that it has been named a 2024 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey. The award places the hospital among the top 5% of healthcare facilities nationwide for delivering exceptional patient care in radiation oncology services. “This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to…
As the year comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the remarkable strides Ascension Saint Thomas made in healthcare innovation, community care, and patient outcomes across Tennessee in 2024. From groundbreaking heart procedures to cutting-edge artificial intelligence in cardiovascular care, the health system has been at the forefront of improving healthcare for Tennessee…
Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital is excited to announce the birth of the first baby of Christmas Day. Juana Flores Perez gave birth to Ander Nicholas Guzman, born at 10:19 a.m. on December 25, 2024. Baby weighs 6lbs 15oz and measures 18.5in. The family is doing well and joyfully celebrating the arrival of their little…