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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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How Covenant Health Helped Save Lisa’s Life
What began as a family visit to Knoxville quickly turned into a medical emergency for Michigan resident Lisa Cousino. Thanks to the quick actions of caregivers across Covenant Health, Lisa moved from...
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Covenant Health’s David O’Brien Named Among Healthcare’s Top Cybersecurity...
When patients come to Covenant Health, they trust us with some of the most important moments of their lives. Behind every appointment, procedure and medical record is a commitment to keeping patient...
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10,000 Procedures, One Commitment: How Robotic-Assisted Surgery Is...
A Milestone for Advanced Care Thousands of East Tennessee patients have benefited from robotic-assisted surgery, often experiencing shorter recoveries and less pain after surgery. Now, Covenant...
View ArticleVaccines for Healthy Aging
Prevention Is Our Best Medicine Staying healthy as we age means taking steps to prevent illness before it starts. Vaccines remain one of the most effective ways to protect ourselves, our families and...
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Sepsis: Fast Treatment Saves Lives and Recovery Takes Time
A simple infection can become life-threatening quickly. Sepsis is a medical emergency that occurs when the body’s response to an infection triggers widespread inflammation that can damage organs. At...
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Episode 7: How Covenant Health Air Is Expanding Lifesaving Emergency Medical...
When every minute matters, rapid access to advanced medical care can make a life-saving difference. In the latest episode of Covenant Health Conversations, host Josh Cox sits down with Danny McCreary,...
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