Grimsley
Grimsley, TN · Health
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Nurse of the Month helping shape the next generation of nurses
6 News' Nurse of the Month for March is training the next generation of nurses. Dr. Charity Stanley, a nurse practitioner and a nursing professor at Roane State Community College, is using her experience to help the students better connect with their patients.
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Walters State health care training program gets boost from state grant
SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A state grant awarded to Walters State Community College will help more adults return to school and prepare to enter the health care industry. Walters State has received a grant from the Tennessee Department of Labor to support its Division of Workforce Training Allied Health Program through the rural health workforce […]
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Mussel restoration efforts aim to help cleanup Tennessee River
Once numbering in the billions across the Tennessee River watershed, mussel populations have sharply declined over the past century due to pollution, habitat loss and industrial activity, according to Dr. Michael McKinney, professor of earth, environmental and planetary sciences at the University of Tennessee. “There used to be billions of...
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As Tennessee faces shortage of health care workers, educators work to fill the gap
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Tennessee Hospital Association says the state could face a shortage of thousands of physicians by 2035. In Knoxville, South College is working to close that gap. South College Assistant Dean Don Yager told 6 News that the demand for physician assistants is rising as Tennessee faces a shortage of physicians. […]
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As Tennessee faces shortage of health care workers, educators work to fill the gap
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East Tennessee Children’s Hospital and Cigna reach agreement, coverage to continue
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - East Tennessee Children’s Hospital has reached an agreement to continue its relationship with Cigna, the hospital announced Friday. It means families using the insurance provider won’t see any interruption in coverage. “This is a positive outcome for the patients and families we serve,” hospital...
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Forbes names Covenant Health one of America’s ‘Best Large Employers’
Not-for-profit hospital system listed among top 50 employers in U.S. Covenant Health has earned recognition as one of the best large employers in the country and is ranked among the top 50 on the Forbes 2026 “America’s Best Large Employers” list. The not-for-profit hospital system and largest...
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RAM Clinic Served 1,220 Patients in Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, TN - Remote Area Medical (RAM®) is recognized as the nation's largest provider of free pop-up healthcare clinics, dedicated to delivering essential dental, vision, and medical care to underserved populations. Their annual free clinic in Knoxville, held from February 6-8, is a testament to this mission, providing comprehensive healthcare services to over 1,220 patients.
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New primary care clinic opens in North Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A new primary care clinic has opened its doors in North Knoxville, expanding access for a growing community. Tennova Primary Care - North was established to support community health needs and continued growth of North Knoxville Medical Center’s Graduate Medical Education (GME) Internal Medicine Residency Program.
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UT Medical Center offers new minimally invasive procedure for high blood pressure
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - UT Medical Center is now offering a new minimally invasive procedure for some high blood pressure patients. It’s called the “Simplicity Blood Pressure Procedure.”. The catheter procedure is for certain patients whose blood pressure remains high even with medication and lifestyle changes. UT Medical...
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Pop-up clinic in Knoxville offers free health care services
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North Knoxville Medical Center Celebrated Ribbon Cutting for Tennova Primary Care – North Clinic
North Knoxville Medical Center celebrated the official ribbon cutting of Tennova Primary Care – North on Feb. 3rd, marking an important milestone in expanding primary care access for the growing North Knoxville community. The new clinic was established to support both community health needs and the continued growth of...