Parkwest Medical Center News & Blog

A Man-to-Man Talk…Take Charge & Reduce Health Risks

The list of major threats to men’s health is short, and a few positive lifestyle choices can go a long way toward helping men live longer, healthier lives.  

Welcome Frederick J. Barry, MD

We’re proud to welcome cardiologist Frederick J. Barry, MD to our heart care team! Dr. Barry will see patients in our Athens, TN office. Learn more. 

Laura Ivey, RN, Receives The DAISY Award

Congratulations to nurse Laura Ivey for receiving The DAISY Award. She was nominated for the care and compassion she showed with a patient and her family.  

Reaching New Heights: Gatlinburg hiker gets back on the trail with new knees

Kelli McCarter was able to get back to hiking pain-free after having both knees replaced at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. 

Make Your Health a Habit

Are bad habits affecting on your health? We have healthy tips that may help with your physical and emotional health.  

Finding His Voice: Covenant Therapy Center Helps Patient with Parkinson’s

After a long road with Parkinson’s disease, Tom Kral finds hope and relief from LVST BIG and LOUD at Covenant Therapy Center-West Knoxville. 

Knoxville Man Gets Serious about Heart Health

After being diagnosed with congestive heart failure, George Moore saw health improvements after five weeks of cardiac rehab. 

Celebrating Nursing Excellence

Parkwest presented nursing awards for Clinical Excellence, New Graduates of the Year, Nurse Manager of the Year and the Nurses Cap Professional Nurse.