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Williamson Medical Center Named to Forbes Magazine’s Inaugural Top Hospitals 2026 List
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (Dec. 17, 2025) – Williamson Medical Center, the flagship facility of Williamson Health, was recently named to Forbes Magazine’s inaugural Top Hospitals 2026 list. The Franklin-based hospital was one of two hospitals in Tennessee, the only hospital in Middle Tennessee and one of just 253 hospitals nationwide to receive the highest overall five-star…
Read MoreWilliamson Health Foundation Continues Women’s Health Panel Series Luncheon in 2026: “Thrive: A Journey to Better Living”
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (December 15, 2025) – The Williamson Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Williamson Health, is proud to present the first Women’s Health Panel Series Luncheon of 2026: “Thrive: A Journey to Better Living.” The January event will explore the vital connection between heart health and mental well-being. Attendees will gain important knowledge and…
Read MoreCommunity Invited to Support Williamson Health Foundation’s Giving Tuesday Campaign for Advanced Lung Cancer Detection
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (November 17, 2025) – This Giving Tuesday, set for Dec. 2, the Williamson Health Foundation, the charitable arm of the Williamson Health regional system, is inviting the community to join its effort to enhance lung cancer detection and treatment at Williamson Medical Center. As the need for advanced diagnostic services continues to grow,…
Read MoreWilliamson Health Promotes Early Detection with 2025 Lung Cancer Screening Event During Lung Cancer Awareness Month
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (Oct. 24, 2025) – Williamson Health is encouraging community members to prioritize their lung health this November during its annual Lung Cancer Screening Event, held in recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The screening, available to all community members, provides an opportunity for early detection through a low-dose CT scan – a quick,…
Read MoreWhen Minutes Matter: The Value of Pediatric Care Close to Home
by Carrie Lind, M.D. • Pediatric Hospitalist and Chair of Pediatrics for the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center When a child is sick or injured, every minute matters—not only for their health but also for parents’ peace of mind. In those moments, it’s so comforting to know that families have a…
Read MoreExcellence In Action: What’s Going On Lately at Williamson Health
Strategic growth, new services, and award-winning teams reflect Williamson Health’s vision for the region’s healthcare future From updated spaces to expanding services and new providers, Williamson Health is committed to providing exceptional healthcare that meets the rapidly expanding region’s healthcare needs. Learn about a few recent highlights that showcase this commitment. Reach for the Stars…
Read MoreSurrounded by Heroes 2025: Williamson Health’s Brian Skok
by Carole Robinson • Originally published in the Williamson Herald as part of the publication’s “Surrounded by Heroes” special section — When a medical emergency call is dispatched, the first responders are likely to be men and women with Williamson Health’s EMS ambulance service. Ambulances and medics are staffed at almost every manned Williamson County Fire & Rescue…
Read MoreGrowing To Serve: How Williamson Health is Rising to Meet the Growing Healthcare Needs of Williamson County and Beyond
Originally published in Franklin Lifestyle Magazine — With Williamson Medical Center’s Boyer-Bryan West Tower rising above the skyline, it’s clear that Williamson Health continues to elevate excellence in healthcare throughout Williamson County and beyond. However, the recently completed West Tower is just one of many ways the regional healthcare system is growing to serve our rapidly…
Read MorePhillips, Mathews Headline First Panel in Series Focusing on Women’s Health
Originally published in the Williamson Herald — Two Williamson Health professionals discussed the causes of disrupted sleep and how to attain a better diet during a women’s health panel on Wednesday, June 4. About 45 women attended the panel at The Sapphire Suite women’s coworking space in Franklin. The Jennings Circle, a branch of the Williamson…
Read MoreDon’t Let A Hernia Slow You Down with Dr. Timothy Johnson
Originally published in YOUR Williamson — About one in four men will develop a hernia in their lifetime. Yet many delay treatment, choosing to live with discomfort until the condition worsens. In recognition of Men’s Health Month, Dr. Timothy Johnson, a board-certified surgeon with Williamson Health Medical Group, wants men to understand why early hernia care…
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