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UT Martin offers mobile health unit to support rural communities

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The University of Tennessee at Martin has announced that it, along with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and the University of Tennessee Southern, are receiving a mobile health unit to assist nearby rural communities thanks to the University of Tennessee Grand Challenge Grant.


Dr. Jason S. Frischer: Le Bonheur Children’s and UT Health Science Center appoints surgeon-in-chief and chief of pediatric surgery

Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) are proud to announce the appointment of Jason S. Frischer, MD, as Surgeon-in-Chief and Chief of Pediatric Surgery.


Pediatric marijuana ingestions rise more than 1,000%

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Unintentional marijuana ingestions in children under 5 rose over 1,000% in 7 years, with edibles and pandemic-related factors fueling the trend.


Kingsport leaders talk city projects, 2026 budget at annual address

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Kingsport leaders highlighted major city projects and the city’s financial outlook during the annual State of the City address on Friday.


Cardiologist from Huntingdon honored with UT Martin nursing lab naming

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Throughout his journey to becoming a respected interventional cardiologist in Boise, Idaho, Dr. Marshall Priest III saw the importance of high-quality nursing care in patient outcomes.


Local notes: Girlology program for tween and teen girls to learn about health heads to Springdale

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The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Arkansas has announced the following classes:


People on the Move in Memphis: Dr. Alan Kraus

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Dr. Alan Kraus joined Semmes Murphey Clinic as an interventional pain management physician, bringing to the clinic more than 40 years of experience in medical care.


People on the Move in Memphis: Dr. Jock C. Lillard

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Dr. Jock C. Lillard, neurosurgeon, recently joined Semmes Murphey Clinic and brings to the clinic a background and fellowship training in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery.