Posts by Andrew Wilson
Williamson Health Offering Lung Screening Opportunity During Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Throughout lung cancer awareness month in November, Williamson Health is offering a non-invasive screening utilized for the detection of lung cancer. The low-dose CT scan can detect lung cancer early, when it is more likely to be successfully treated. Some patients who meet specified risk factors may qualify for a lung cancer screening covered by…
Read MoreLet’s Talk Tobacco: Effects on Bone and Joint Health with Dr. Colin Looney
by Colin Looney, M.D. — More than 16 million Americans are currently living with a disease caused by smoking, which is the leading cause of preventable death. Smoking-related diseases can harm nearly every organ in the body, causing cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung disease and much more. What many people may not know is that tobacco use…
Read MoreBone and Joint Institute of Tennessee to Host 3rd Annual Skeleton Gala
Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee will host the third annual Skeleton Gala on Oct. 26, in Liberty Hall at The Factory at Franklin. The masquerade event is Bone and Joint Institute’s primary fundraiser and benefits the Williamson Health athletic training program and scholarships for students who will be pursuing health science degrees in college.…
Read MoreClarifying Myths Surrounding Spinal Injections with Dr. Zachary Kalb
Originally published in the Williamson Herald — It can be hard to find the right time to address recurring back pain. Between our busy schedules, the rumored risks of many procedures and the daunting task of locating the source of pain, many people simply learn to live with discomfort. But a solution to a pain-free life…
Read MoreCaring For Our Community: How We invest In The Future Of Williamson County
Originally published by YOUR Williamson — Many threads shape the fabric of a community. In Williamson County, that tapestry is defined by its rich history, generous spirit and deep-rooted commitment to one another. But Leigh Williams, executive director of the Williamson Health Foundation, said there is one vital strand that should not be overlooked—quality healthcare. The…
Read MoreFree Athletic Training At Local High Schools? Yes, You Read That Right
Originally published by Nolensville Town Life — Williamson Health, your Williamson County-based healthcare system, has a deep connection to Nolensville with five locations in our community. But did you know they also provide a full-time, certified athletic trainer to Nolensville High at no cost to the school? Megan Klein is a certified and licensed athletic trainer…
Read MoreKeeping World-Class Care Where Your Heart Is with Williamson Health
The Newly Expanded Boyer-Bryan West Tower Exemplifies Williamson Health’s Unwavering Commitment To The Community Originally published by Livability — For more than six decades, Williamson Health has been central to the health of the Williamson County and Franklin, TN, community, and again and again has evolved to meet its growing needs. The opening of the newly expanded and renovated…
Read MoreElevating Excellence: Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care Services
Originally published by Nashville Baby Guide — Williamson Medical Center is excited to unveil the latest expansion and renovation of its obstetrics and neonatal intensive care services, designed with both families and their newest additions in mind. The new postpartum unit enhances their award-winning OB/NICU and family-centered approach, offering a well-baby nursery with private lactation space, 33…
Read MoreA Second Chance for Bob Langsdon and His Family
How Williamson Medical Center’s State-Of-The-Art Cardiac Care and Newly Updated Cardiac Catheterization Capabilities Helped Save Bob Langsdon’s Life Originally published in YOUR Williamson — Bob Langsdon doesn’t remember much about the day he had a heart attack last year, but his family does. “He was driving, and he stopped right in front of the UPS store,” his…
Read MoreA Commitment to Providing Top-Tier Healthcare in Williamson County
Originally published in YOUR Williamson — It’s been hard to miss Williamson Health’s growth over the past year. From the historic expansion and renovation project underway at Williamson Medical Center to a new clinic in Spring Hill, it’s clear that the regional healthcare system is elevating excellence in healthcare throughout the county. Williamson Health is committed to…
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