In The Community
Award-Winning Care at The Turner-Dugas Breast Health Center
Originally published in YOUR Williamson — Williamson Health’s award-winning Turner-Dugas Breast Health Center is here to help women in Williamson County make the right decisions about breast health. Whether it’s educating about the importance of early detection or navigating a nerve-wracking diagnosis, Williamson Health’s team of experts specializes in providing personalized care. Through its staff of…
Read MoreEmpowering Women During Women’s Health Month
Originally published in YOUR Williamson — Women play a vital role in their families’ healthcare decisions, making about 80% of all household healthcare choices, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Sometimes, though, women can overlook their own needs while they’re taking care of everyone else. “We are proud to support women in our community and…
Read MoreWilliamson Health Launches Patient and Family Advisory Council
Williamson Health is committed to providing exceptional care, and it is asking patients to help them do just that. The regional healthcare system has created a Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) to foster collaboration between patients, their families and the health system to enhance best practices and the overall healthcare experience throughout the Williamson…
Read MoreElevating Community Care with Williamson Health
Originally published in Thompson’s Station Lifestyle — Williamson Health isn’t just a name. It’s a constant reminder of the regional health system’s mission and purpose: to serve the people of Williamson County and the surrounding areas. As Williamson Health grows alongside the community, that mission drives its commitment to invest in the region through access to…
Read MoreTwo Opportunities in April to Give Blood Ahead of Severe Weather Season
Blood donors can choose between two dates this month to help save lives in Williamson County. Williamson Health and Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee are partnering with Blood Assurance, the sole provider of blood products for Williamson Health, to host blood drives on April 22 and April 23. “We are entering spring severe…
Read MoreWilliamson Health, Bone and Joint Institute Expanding Healthcare Services in Spring Hill
As a testament to their mission of delivering high-quality and compassionate care to the communities they proudly serve, Williamson Health and Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee are expanding their healthcare offerings in the rapidly growing Spring Hill community. The health system’s newest clinic, which will provide primary care and other specialists, laboratory services, orthopaedic…
Read MoreEmbracing Spring: Occupational Therapy Month and the Benefits of Gardening
Spring is the perfect time to get outdoors, and gardening can be a great way to enjoy nature while reaping its many health benefits. In celebration of Occupational Therapy Month, Sara O’Neill, an occupational therapist at Williamson Health’s flagship acute care hospital, Williamson Medical Center, recently shared insights on gardening’s health perks as well as…
Read MoreLacrosse The Country: Looking At The Game From A Player Turned Physician
Originally published in the Williamson Herald — A new sports phenomenon is taking the Southeast by storm. Whether you’re a high school athlete looking to hone your skills in a new way or just a sports fan looking for your new favorite team, lacrosse might be for you. Although the sport is common in the Northeast, lacrosse…
Read MoreEmpowering Women Through Pelvic Health Solutions with Dr. Jennifer Tatalovich
Originally published in Williamson County Living — Pelvic health issues aren’t the easiest subjects to talk about, but Jennifer Tatalovich, M.D., wants to empower women to speak up. “We have so many different treatment options now,” Dr. Tatalovich said. “There is no reason to suffer in silence because we are almost always able to improve pain and quality of life…
Read MoreShoulder Injuries Across Various Age Groups with Dr. Todd Wurth
Originally published in the Williamson Herald — Whether you’re prepping for your senior season of high school tennis or kicking off retirement with a golf trip, it’s important to be mindful of the risks associated with staying active. Dr. Todd Wurth, orthopaedic surgeon at Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, provides insight on how shoulder injuries…
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