Appalachian Regional Healthcare System

The results are in and our new da Vinci 5 Surgical Robot has been named…. Thank you for voting and helping us welcome ROSEY to the OR at Watauga Medical Center! Rosey enables surgeons to perform minimally invasive procedures with greater precision, leading to faster recovery times, improved patient outcomes, and enhanced surgical experiences. Key benefits include sharper surgical imagery, more accurate movements, and dynamic training feedback, all powered by 10,000 times more computing power than previous models. Watauga Medical Center’s acquisition of the da Vinci 5 Surgical Robot highlights our commitment to cutting-edge patient care and innovation in healthcare. https://lnkd.in/ebSZCQun

Newsweek and Statista proudly present America's Best-in-State Hospitals 2025. Watauga Medical Center ranked #12 🩵 The rankings were compiled using quality metrics from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the AHA Annual Survey of Hospitals Database, a nationwide online survey among medical professionals, results from HCAHPS patient experience surveys and a voluntary PROMs (Patient-Reported Outcome Measures) implementation survey. https://lnkd.in/eQmQthne

We have a great opportunity for you to join our 🩵 ONE GREAT TEAM 🩵 in Boone, NC. This is a full-time role for a Director of Imaging Services. The Director will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of imaging services, managing staff, ensuring quality patient care, implementing policies and procedures, and collaborating with other healthcare departments. https://lnkd.in/gmgbn4zB

On National Mammography Day we want to remind you that this important annual screening is recommended for women who are 45-54 years old. For women 55 and older, a mammogram is recommended every two years. Scheduling a mammogram has never been easier. You can do it right now online by visiting myUNCChart.org

🌸 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🌸 Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, but it often brings family, friends, and medical professionals together in profound and life-changing ways. Thanks to cutting-edge technology, a supportive medical community, innovative surgical methods, and a top-tier regional cancer center all right here, more breast cancer patients are choosing to stay local for their treatment than ever before. Read more about breast health in the High Country. https://lnkd.in/eDc3vcBR

In the aftermath of a hurricane, it’s common to experience a variety of strong emotions—you may be relieved for your safety but feel sad, stressed and anxious about physical damage, limited resources, and the losses and hardships of others. https://lnkd.in/gyvRBDEx

Today, Dr. Wesley Burks, CEO of UNC Health, joined other UNC Health leaders in visiting UNC Health Appalachian and our Board of Trustees to express support for the High Country and our UNCHA team following the impact of Hurricane Helene. #OneGreatTeam

Happy National Midwifery Week! This week, we celebrate the incredible work of midwives – especially our team of midwives at Women’s Health (formerly Harmony Center for Women) who provide compassionate care, support families, and guide mothers through the beautiful journey of childbirth. Midwives are more than just healthcare professionals; they are advocates, educators, and partners in promoting healthy pregnancies and safe deliveries. #OneGreatTeam #UNCHealthAppalachian #MidwiferyWeek

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, many of us are grappling with a range of emotions—grief, anger, confusion, and even guilt. As we work to rebuild and recover, it's crucial to acknowledge the emotional toll as well. Please remember to prioritize your mental and emotional well-being, because you can't support others if you aren't taking care of yourself first. Please visit our blog for some tips to help you navigate the mental and emotional toll of Hurricane Helene. https://lnkd.in/eQ6zMGiK