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Mobile clinic brings recovery, health services to Glasgow
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - According to the University of Kentucky, 107 Kentucky counties are health care deserts and now local organizations are stepping up to fill the need. A Kentucky nonprofit and health clinic are teaming up to provide recovery and clinic services to members of the Glasgow community. Joyce...
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The Med Center performs its 500th minimally invasive procedure
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Medical Center at Bowling Green performed its 500th procedure using a minimally invasive heart pump. This procedure involves a temporary heart pump for patients whose hearts are too weak. The pump is called the Impella. Dr. Sardar Ijaz is the cardiologist who performed the...
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Hospice of Southern Kentucky celebrates revitalization of memorial garden
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Hospice of Southern Kentucky is celebrating the revitalization of the Geri Buchanon Smith Memorial Garden on its Bowling Green campus. The garden honors the late wife of longtime board member Dr. David Smith. The couple shared a deep love of gardening, and hospice leaders said the space is meant to reflect that.
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TJ Pavilion expansion still waiting on federal funds nearly 2 years later
Nearly two years since it was announced, T.J. Regional Health is still awaiting federal funds necessary to expand to the third floor of the T.J. Health Pavilion in Glasgow. The third floor expansion was announced on May 13, 2024 during a “Legislator Appreciation Reception,” according to prior reporting. At the time, T.J. Regional Health Chief Executive Officer Neil Thornbury said the 31,000 square-foot expansion would cost roughly $6.9 million.
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Med Center marks 500 heart pump procedures
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) — The Medical Center at Bowling Green has performed more than 500 procedures using the Impella with SmartAssist, a minimally-invasive heart pump that supports patients with weakened hearts, hospital officials said. Dr. Sardar Ijaz, an interventional cardiologist at Med Center Health, conducted the milestone procedure...
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T.J. Samson Hospital installs advanced da Vinci 5 surgical robot
T.J. Samson Community Hospital is expanding its robotic surgery capabilities with the installation of Intuitive’s new da Vinci 5 system. The system is designed to further advance minimally invasive care by improving outcomes, efficiency and the insights available to surgeons, according to a press release from T.J. Regional Health. The da Vinci 5 replaces the older da Vinci SI model previously used in the hospital’s surgery suite.
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Hadi Shriners, Ohio Twp. Fire Dept. to offer free screening clinic in Rockport
ROCKPORT, Ky. (WFIE) - The Hadi Shriners are partnering with the Ohio Township Volunteer Fire Department in Spencer County for a free screening clinic this weekend. Officials say the reason for the clinic is so that a doctor can look at bone or muscle problems, burn scars, and more. The...
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Kentucky health center marks 10 years of care for rural patients
HORSE CAVE, Ky. — A health center in Horse Cave is celebrating its 10th anniversary of bringing critical care to a rural community. Med Center Health opened its Caverna location 10 years ago, changing access to treatment in Hart County. “With Med Center Health, we’ve not only survived, but...
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Getting to the heart of cardiac care
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Heart health was the focus at the Community Champions Luncheon, where longtime cardiologist Dr. Kay reflected on how far heart care has come since he began practicing on March 8, 1980 — the day Med Center Health opened. The event featured survivors like Sterling...
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The Medical Center at Bowling Green receives American College of Cardiology Accreditation
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The American College of Cardiology has announced it is recognizing The Medical Center at Bowling Green for its expertise and commitment in treating chest pain. According to a release by Med Center Health on Monday, The Medical Center at Bowling Green was awarded Chest Pain...
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Hosparus Health to host fifth annual Senior Resource Summit in Bowling Green
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – Hosparus Health will host its fifth annual Senior Resource Summit on March 17 to connect older adults and caregivers with local support services and information about aging, serious illness and future planning. The free event will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. CT...
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Med Center Health in Bowling Green celebrates 100 years
Med Center Health in Bowling Green is marking a major milestone in 2026: 100 years of service to Southcentral Kentucky. What began in 1926 as a small community hospital has grown into a comprehensive, not-for-profit healthcare system serving a multi-county region. Med Center Health includes a flagship hospital in Bowling...
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T.J. Samson Community Hospital certified as IV Trauma Center
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - T.J. Samson Community Hospital has been officially designated as a Level IV Trauma Center. The certification was given to the hospital after meeting the Commonwealth’s standards for trauma readiness. Some of these standards include staffing, education, performance improvement and coordination with emergency medical services. Chief...
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Former hospice building becomes early learning center in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The former Hospice of the Bluegrass location in Beaumont, off Greatstone Point, is being turned into a state-of-the-art early learning center. LeafSpring Schools of Kentucky is expanding into Lexington to offer early education and daycare services with a curriculum that encourages children to learn through play.