Understanding Thyroid Disease: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment
Thyroid disease affects millions of Americans, yet many people don’t recognize the symptoms. Because the thyroid influences everything from energy levels and body temperature to heart rate and mood,...
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Covenant Health Names Gabriela Barth Vice President of Behavioral Health...
Covenant Health is pleased to announce that Gabriela (Gaby) Barth has joined the organization as vice president of behavioral health services. Barth brings nearly a decade of healthcare leadership...
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Episode 9: Caring for Women Through Every Stage of Life
Women’s health is about much more than pregnancy. It encompasses every stage of life, from adolescence and preventive care to family planning, pregnancy, menopause, and beyond. In this episode of...
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What Are ICDs, Loop Recorders and Pacemakers? Understanding the Devices That...
Heart rhythm disorders can be difficult to detect and, in some cases, dangerous to ignore. Fortunately, advances in cardiovascular technology have made it easier than ever to diagnose abnormal heart...
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Sharon Tharp Finds Her Way Back to the Life She Loves Through Therapy
Sharon and husband Wayne during one of their favorite activities, biking together. After rotator cuff surgery at Covenant Health‘s Parkwest Medical Center, Sharon Tharp was determined to get back to...
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Covenant Health Air Expands Lifesaving Reach with Two New Aircraft
Whether responding to a serious accident, transporting a critically ill patient between hospitals or helping a rural patient reach specialized care, Covenant Health Air plays an important role in...
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What Is Fibermaxing?
The concept of fibermaxing is relatively new and trending, but the recommendation to consume more fiber has been established for a while. Dietary fiber is essential for regulating digestion. It...
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A Second Chance: Stacey Bussell’s Journey Through Breast Cancer and Recovery
After a breast cancer diagnosis, Stacey Bussell found strength in her faith, family and care team at Covenant Health’s Thompson Cancer Survival Center. Today, she is preparing for a future helping...
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The Dolly Parton Birthing Unit: Caring for Sevier County Families from the...
When it comes to welcoming a new baby, families want expert care close to home. At the Dolly Parton Birthing Unit at Covenant Health LeConte, parents don’t have to choose between convenience and...
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What the Color of Your Snot Says About Your Health
Allergy season is here, and with it come the sniffles, sneezes and the inevitable moment when you glance at a tissue and wonder, “Wait…is that color normal?” Robert Wilson, MD We’re talking about...
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Expanding Women’s Care Access in the Upper Cumberland Region
Expanded services at Covenant Health Women’s Care Cumberland help more women receive preventive care, pregnancy services and ongoing support throughout every stage of life. Covenant Health Women’s...
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Meet Dr. Christopher Hayes: Bringing Compassionate Women’s Care to Sevier...
When Christopher Hayes, DO, was searching for his first practice after residency, he wasn’t looking for a large city hospital, instead, he was looking for a community, a desire that ultimately led him...
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Episode 8: The Future of Care: Quality, Technology, and Innovation
Healthcare is constantly evolving, and today’s advances in quality, technology and innovation are transforming the way patients receive care. In the latest episode of Covenant Health Conversations,...
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Breast Self-Awareness: Knowing What’s Normal Could Make All the Difference
When it comes to breast health, the goal is not to perform a perfect monthly self-exam. Instead, experts encourage women to practice breast self-awareness by understanding what is normal for their...
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Dr. Elizabeth Dockery: Turning Personal Experience into Compassionate Care
Dr. Elizabeth Dockery with her children. For Elizabeth Dockery, DO, DABOM, family medicine is about more than treating symptoms. It’s about helping people feel seen, heard and supported through every...
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Understanding Arthritis and How Therapy Can Help
Joint pain is a challenge many people face, but it doesn’t have to limit your daily life. Arthritis can make everyday tasks more difficult, but the right care can help you stay active and independent....
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Covenant Health Names Matt Sturm Senior Vice President of Oncology Services
Cancer care is one of the most important healthcare needs facing East Tennessee families. As Covenant Health continues to strengthen and expand services across the region, the organization has added...
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All Nine Covenant Health Hospitals Recognized with Tennessee Zero Harm Awards...
Patient safety is at the heart of every interaction across Covenant Health. That commitment was recently recognized in a significant way, as all nine acute-care hospitals in the health system earned...
View ArticleCovenant Health Ranked No. 48 on Forbes’“America’s Best Employers for...
Covenant Health has been named one of Forbes‘ “America’s Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals” for 2026, ranking No. 48 among 250 healthcare organizations nationwide. The recognition reflects...
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From Patient to Proton Ambassador: Meet Walter “Wally” Davis
At just 9 years old, brain cancer survivor Walter Davis, known to many as “Wally,” is stepping into a new role as a Proton Ambassador at Covenant Health Proton Center. As the youngest ambassador in...
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