Some call it liquid gold. Breast milk has many advantages in helping babies grow. It can build immunity and mature intestinal tracts, provide vital nutrients and hormones, reduce infections, and so much more. Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford is proud to announce they are now receiving safe, pasteurized breast milk donated by Tennessee donor mothers and…
Over the last 2 days, Middle Tennessee has seen heavy snowfall and dangerous driving conditions, but that doesn’t stop hospitals like Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Rutherford from taking care of patients. Healthcare workers were in need of rides to work and members of the Stones River Jeep club came to the rescue. These individuals drove…
Shortly after the clock struck midnight, Middle Tennessee’s newest (and most adorable) residents greeted the world. Yasmin Rose Arteaga was born at 12:18 AM at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown. Yasmin is 16.5 inches long and weighs 4 pounds, 13 ounces. Mom and dad are Nashville residents Qamar Alhalemi and Henry Arteaga. Jazmyn Alora Morrow…
Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital is pleased to recognize its 2021 honorees for outstanding accomplishments in clinical leadership. Dr. Mary Jane Brown has been named Physician of the Year; Drs. Ray Johnson, Frank Louthan, James Poliner and Awais Javed received the Clinical Excellence Award; and Dr. Mike Jordan was honored with the Dr. Olin Williams…
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, former Ascension Saint Thomas Rutheford patient Mark Lively is returning to the hospital on Monday, November 22, at 9 AM to show gratitude to his personal healthcare heroes. Mark tested positive for COVID-19 in March 2021, just before vaccines became available for his age group. Despite being a healthy eater…
Air Evac Lifeteam and Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital today announced plans to provide a dedicated medical helicopter to Rutherford County. The Ascension Saint Thomas StatFlight-branded BELL 407GXi helicopter, operated by Air Evac Lifeteam, will provide emergency air medical coverage to Rutherford County and surrounding communities. Each crew consists of an Air Evac pilot, nurse,…
Ascension Saint Thomas leadership and other notable Murfressboro community members were among those in attendance at Thursday’s ribbon cutting celebration for Ascension Saint Thomas first 3D mammography bus. The 44-foot coach is outfitted with an imaging test that creates a three-dimensional picture of the breast. Set to serve 26 counties in the Middle Tennessee area,…
Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford will host a ribbon-cutting celebration of Tennessee’s first 3D mammogram breast tomosynthesis coach. The 44-foot coach is outfitted with an imaging test that combines multiple X-rays to create a three-dimensional picture of the breast. Set to serve 26 counties in the Middle Tennessee area, this coach will contribute to early detection…
Ascension Saint Thomas is thrilled to announce they are now the healthcare provider for The NFL Dedicated Hospital Network Program in Middle Tennessee. The NFL Dedicated Hospital Network Program is a groundbreaking health and wellness benefit, providing eligible Retired Former NFL Players access to a dedicated network of high-quality medical care providers through Ascension Saint…
Ascension Saint Thomas leadership and other notable Murfreesboro community members were among those in attendance at today’s groundbreaking ceremony for Ascension Saint Thomas Westlawn Hospital. As Tennessee’s first neighborhood hospital, this highly anticipated satellite of Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital has been thoughtfully designed to maximize convenience and accessibility by bringing a new option for…