News and Events for Employees of Med Center Health
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New Med Center Health practice expands access to surgical oncology
Med Center Health is pleased to announce the opening of Med Center Health Surgical Oncology and to welcome Prejesh Philips, M.D. and Kayla Smith, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC. Med Center Health Surgical Oncology expands access to specialized surgical care for the treatment of cancer. Dr. Philips is a board-certified surgical oncologist affiliated with UofL Physicians who…
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Special redbud tree honors Dr. Shadowen
Pictured above: Connie Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer, ceremonially adds a shovelful of dirt to the planting of the tree. On May 3, Med Center Health dedicated a special redbud tree donated by arborist David Draper in memory of the contributions of Dr. Rebecca Shadowen. This unique flame thrower redbud tree is thought to…
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Hospital Week celebrations
National Hospital Week is May 9-15. Join your Med Center Health family for fun while we celebrate and thank you. Follow the links below to find out what is happening at your location. The Medical Center at Bowling Green and Commonwealth Regional Specialty Hospital The Medical Center at Albany The Medical Center at Caverna The…
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Accomplishments
Michelle Broughton, Practice Manager, has become Med Center Health’s first Certified Rural Health Clinic Professional! This certification shows a commitment to achieve and maintain a thriving Rural Health Clinic and provides advanced knowledge of the hows and whys of the inner workings of an RHC. To become certified, Michelle took a 40-hour online course and…
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Memorial tree planting for Dr. Rebecca Shadowen
On Monday, May 3rd, Med Center Health will honor the legacy of Dr. Rebecca D. Shadowen with a tree planting ceremony. Donated by local arborist David Draper, the memorial tree will be planted at the corner of High Street and 2nd Avenue, in front of the Med Center Health parking garage. All are welcome to attend…
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Congratulations, Susan Burnett!
Susan Burnett, RRT, has recently advanced up the Clinical Ladder to a Respiratory Therapist II. The Clinical Ladder recognizes therapists for continuing to develop their skills and contributing to improve direct patient care through additional projects and training. Susan has been an important part of The Medical Center at Franklin Respiratory Therapy team for 13…
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April is Occupational Therapy Month
Occupational Therapy is a vital part of helping rehabilitation patients improve activities of daily living and doing the things they love. Occupational Therapists use a holistic, customized approach to evaluations, interventions and outcomes. Med Center Health is proud of our Occupational Therapy staff! Below are photos of some of the individuals who offer specialized OT…
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Nurses Week May 6-12
Nurses week is almost here! Beginning on May 6 and ending on May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, all Med Center Health hospitals will be celebrating with a host of activities and special treats. Flyers will be posted soon with all the details for each facility, or click on the images below to enlarge.…
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Visitation Restrictions Updated
As the positivity rate in Kentucky has declined, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and the Kentucky Department for Public Health have released updated guidelines. Med Center Health has updated its policies and procedures to be consistent with these guidelines. One visitor per patient will be allowed in the Emergency Department Those with a…
