Posts by Andrew Wilson
Safety On The Sidelines with Dr. Scott Arthur
Originally published in the Williamson Herald — As the summer melts away, back-to-school preparations are already in full swing. From completing summer reading assignments to gathering school supplies and reestablishing routines, your to-do list is likely overflowing. Add to that the wide array of sports and extracurricular activities available, and it’s clear there’s a lot to…
Read MoreWilliamson Medical Center Named Tennessee’s Top Maternity Hospital By Newsweek
Hospital also announced among World’s Best Hospitals on Newsweek’s list and recognized as four-year champion for this designation — Williamson Health is proud to announce that the health system’s flagship location, Williamson Medical Center, has been recognized as Tennessee’s Top Maternity Hospital according to the Newsweek list of 2024 America’s Best Maternity Hospitals. The hospital…
Read MorePreventing Injury While Traveling, Enjoying Summer with Justin Brothers
Originally published in the Williamson Source — Summer is a time for adventure, relaxation, and creating unforgettable memories. Whether traveling to new destinations or indulging in your favorite outdoor activities, staying safe and injury-free is essential. While summer vacations offer endless fun, they also come with potential risks, from sunburns and dehydration to more serious injuries like…
Read MoreA Better Approach to Anterior Hip Replacement with Dr. Brian Perkinson
Originally published in the Williamson Source — Hip replacements are one of the most common orthopaedic surgical procedures performed in the United States every year. Our joints undergo a lot of wear and tear on a daily basis, and, combined with genetic predisposition, that wear results in damage that becomes uncomfortable to manage over time. Many…
Read More8 Tips to Help Avoid Heat-Related Injuries with Williamson Health Emergency Department
If you suspect someone might be suffering from a heat-related injury, call 911 and seek medical attention. Summer in Middle Tennessee brings many fun outdoor activities, but it can also be the cause of a variety of heat-related injuries from heat stroke to sunburn if you’re not careful. Here are eight tips from the folks…
Read MoreA Passion for Medicine and Music with Dr. Michael Babb
Have you ever walked by a hospital patient’s room at Williamson Medical Center, stopped, and said to yourself, ‘Did I just see a doctor singing to one of our patients?’ Chances are you did, and it was one of Williamson Health’s hospitalists, Dr. Michael Babb. The Oklahoma native lived and practiced in Cushing – a small…
Read MoreTalking Williamson Health EMS with EMTs, Paramedics
Originally published in the Williamson Herald’s Surrounded by Heroes 2024 — John Webb, Williamson Health EMS Critical Care paramedic and Field Training officer, knew from an early age he would be a paramedic and worked hard to make the dream come true. After 20 years, he’s still living the dream. “When I was 12 or 13…
Read MoreBone and Joint Institute of Tennessee Surgery Center Ranked Among Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers by U.S. News and World Report
U.S. News and World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice, has ranked Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee Surgery Center on the debut edition of Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers. For this first edition of Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers, U.S. News – in collaboration with CareJourney – rated nearly 5,000 surgery centers in four separate…
Read MoreCaring for the Community with Dr. Sanford Kim and Company
Originally published in YOUR Williamson — For Sanford Kim, M.D., taking care of patients is a responsibility he doesn’t take lightly. As one of the primary care physicians at Williamson Health’s newest location in Spring Hill, he’s embracing the opportunity to practice in the community where he lives. “It is such a blessing and a huge responsibility…
Read MoreManaging Arthritis Pain During Summer Concerts with Dr. Preet Gurusamy
Originally published in the Williamson Herald — Preet Gurusamy, M.D., of Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, shares advice on how to stay comfortable and enjoy live music despite arthritis. Summer is here, and festival season is upon us. Whether you’re planning to attend a music festival or simply enjoy some live music on a summer…
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