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Haywood Regional Medical Center to Host Free Lunch & Learn on Diabetes and Nutrition
June 27, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center is pleased to invite the community to a free Lunch & Learn event focused on Diabetes and Nutrition, taking place on Monday, July 21, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center Hosts Summit to Shape County Health Priorities
June 26, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) hosted a diverse group of community partners today for “Healthy Horizons: A Mountain Community Health Summit”, a meaningful dialogue centered around advancing health and well-being in Haywood County.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center Hosts Basic, 101 Self-Defense Lunch & Learn in Honor of National Safety Month
June 17, 2025In recognition of National Safety Month, Haywood Regional Medical Center invites the community to a special Lunch & Learn event focused on personal safety and self-defense. The event will take place on Monday, June 23, 2025, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the second-floor classroom of the Haywood Health and Fitness Center.
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HRMC Chief Medical Officer Expands Leadership Across Region
May 30, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC), a Duke LifePoint hospital, announced today that Alfred A. Mina, MD, FACS, will expand his role as chief medical officer (CMO) to include Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital, effective June 1, 2025. Having served as CMO at HRMC since August 2023, Mina will now provide clinical leadership across all three hospitals in the region.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center Launches Special Delivery Program to Improve Maternal Health and Save Lives
May 20, 2025This innovative program reflects HRMC’s commitment to supporting maternal health by emphasizing early intervention and increasing awareness of risks during the postpartum period. The wristbands act as a simple but powerful tool—alerting patients, families, and healthcare professionals that postpartum monitoring remains essential well beyond the delivery room.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center honors Scotty Setser with 2025 Mercy Award
May 19, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) announced today that Scotty Setser, Director of Haywood Health and Fitness Center and Sports Medicine, has been recognized as the facility’s 2025 Mercy Award winner.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center celebrates seven graduates from spring Nurse Aide I training program
May 15, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is proud to announce the graduation of seven new Nurse Aide I (NA I) students from its spring training course. This milestone marks the successful completion of the accelerated program, which equips entry-level students with essential skills to provide high-quality patient care under the supervision...
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Haywood Regional Medical Center to Host Mental Health Awareness Lunch and Learn on May 19
May 07, 2025In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Haywood Regional Medical Center is pleased to invite community members to another free Lunch and Learn event on Monday, May 19, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at the Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center in the second-floor classroom.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center earns an “A” hospital safety grade from The Leapfrog Group
May 02, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC), a Duke LifePoint hospital, has been awarded an “A” hospital safety grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient care.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center to Offer Free Sports Physicals to Local Students on May 13th, 2025
April 24, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center is proud to offer free sports physicals for local student athletes on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center, located at 75 Leroy George Drive in Clyde. This annual event is open to middle and high school students in Haywood County who plan to participate in school sports during the 2025–2026 academic year.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center welcomes new therapy dog, Huck, to support patients and staff
April 24, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is proud to welcome its newest four-legged team member, Huck – a 115-pound golden doodle with a heart as big as his paws. Huck has joined the hospital’s therapy dog program, bringing warmth, calm, and smiles to patients, families, and staff across the facility.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center announces new chief executive officer, market president
April 22, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC), a Duke LifePoint facility, announced today the appointment of Sue Shugart as chief executive officer, effective May 26. Shugart will also serve as market president for HRMC, Harris Regional Hospital in Sylva, and Swain Community Hospital in Bryson City, leading strategic alignment across the three facilities in collaboration with Ashley Hindman, CEO of Harris and Swain.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center launches comprehensive survey to evaluate the health needs of the community
April 17, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center, in collaboration with local health professionals, community organizations, and other stakeholders, is creating a roadmap for a healthier Haywood County.
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Haywood Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Center named as 2024 Center of Distinction
April 16, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center is proud to announce that Haywood Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Center has been named a 2024 Center of Distinction by Healogics®, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center publishes 2024 Community Benefit Report
April 09, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center today published its community benefit report for the 2024 calendar year. This annual report highlights the many ways the hospital is working to support the health and economic vitality of Haywood County and the surrounding region as part of its mission of making communities healthier®.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center to Host Free Lunch and Learn on Palliative Care, Hospice, and Advanced Care Planning
April 04, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center invites community members to a free Lunch and Learn event on Wednesday, April 16th from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. in the second-floor classroom of the Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center Welcomes Therapy Dog “Maverick” to Volunteer Program
March 18, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is thrilled to welcome Maverick, a four-year-old Newfoundland therapy dog, to its volunteer program. Maverick, known for his gentle demeanor and love for people, will provide comfort and companionship to patients, visitors, and staff throughout the hospital.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center to Host Free Lunch & Learn on Nutrition and Colorectal Cancer Prevention on March 19
March 03, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) will host a free Lunch & Learn seminar focused on the vital connection between nutrition and colorectal cancer prevention. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 19, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at the Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center in the second-floor classroom.
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Stephen Plemmons named market vice president of operations for Harris Regional Hospital, Haywood Regional Medical Center, and Swain Community Hospital
February 21, 2025Stephen Plemmons, MSN, RN has been appointed as the new market vice president of operations for Harris Regional Hospital, Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC), and Swain Community Hospital – Duke LifePoint hospitals serving the mountain communities west of Asheville.
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Haywood Regional Medical Center introduces Pro-Nox™ nitrous oxide, enhancing pain management options for laboring mothers
February 19, 2025Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is excited to announce the introduction of Pro-Nox™ nitrous oxide as a new pain management option for laboring mothers. This addition is designed to enhance the birthing experience by providing expectant mothers with a safe, effective, and self-administered method for managing labor pain.
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