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Be prepared and get your children vaccinated by Dr. Ali Chhotani & Dr. Tara Moon, Carolina Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine Statesville, NC, November 14, 2016 – Leaves are changing and a chill will soon be in the air – not to mention coughs, runny noses, and sneezes. Fall is here, and with it comes the advent of flu season, which means it’s time to get your annual flu immunization. Influenza (the flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe ill... ... Read More

Dr. Samuel Inkumsah, a board certified family medicine physician, recently joined the staff of Davis Regional Medical Center. Dr. Inkumsah is a graduate of Ross University School of Medicine. He completed a family medicine residency program at the University of Minnesota. Most recently, he was affiliated with Baldwin Area Medical Center in Baldwin, Wisconsin. In addition to family medicine, his background and experience includes caring for ER and OB/GYN patients. Dr. Inkumsah’s practice is located at th... ... Read More

Infant Immunization is an important way to protect infants from vaccine-preventable diseases Parents want to do what is best for their children. They know about the importance of car seats, baby gates and other ways to keep them safe. But, one of the best ways to protect children is to make sure they have all of their vaccinations. Dr. Ali Chhotani, pediatrician with Carolina Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, noted, “Educating your child about the importance and benefits of vaccines can help improve th... ... Read More

Davis Regional again offering free application assistance Statesville, NC -October, 26, 2016 – If you need help comparing plans or filling out an application on the Health Insurance Marketplace, Davis Regional Medical Center is once again offering free assistance during open enrollment, Nov. 1, 2016 - Jan. 31, 2017. Appointments may be made with the hospital’s certified assisters by calling (704) 838-7124, or appointments can be booked online by going to www.GetCoveredAmerica.org/connector. The Aff... ... Read More

Statesville, NC , September 26, 2016 – As part of the Get Fit Iredell initiative, Davis Regional and Lake Norman Regional Medical Centers are hosting a community-wide yoga event on Tuesday, November 1st. The event starts at 4:30 p.m. with Chair Yoga, the gentlest form of yoga. At 5:30 p.m., a Yoga Fundamental Class is offered for all other yoga enthusiasts. Attendees should be 15+ years of age and wear comfortable clothing suitable for stretching and easy movement. The event will be held in t... ... Read More

Statesville, NC  – No matter what grade your child will enter this fall, there is always a last minute rush of things to do purchase supplies and new school clothes, fill out forms and attend orientations. But one of the most important tasks for a successful school year is an appointment with your child’s pediatrician. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advocates that every child receive care through a “family-centered medical home.” This means care that is provided by the same physician(s) o... ... Read More

Statesville, NC - While Zika cases identified in the U.S. are still primarily related to travel outside the country, the threat has reinforced the importance of preventing mosquito bites. Mosquitoes spread many types of viruses and parasites that can cause diseases. West Nile virus (WNV) is most commonly transmitted to humans by mosquitoes. Fortunately, most people infected with WNV will have no symptoms. About 1 in 5 people who are infected will develop a fever with other symptoms. Less than 1% of infe... ... Read More

Skin Cancer is on the Rise – Know How to Protect Yourself Statesville, NC, 8/26/16 - When you think about sun protection, you might think about a day at the beach. But during your lifetime, you get sun exposure doing everyday things like walking the dog, mowing the lawn, and even driving in your car. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays adds up over time, and can increase your risk of developing skin cancer. Every year, nearly five million people are treated for skin cancer, and approximately 9,000 people ... ... Read More

The Lillie Norket Scholarship Committee of the Davis Regional Medical Center Sunshine Volunteer Association recently awarded $9,000 in scholarship monies to ten area students who are pursuing healthcare-related careers. Established in 1988 in honor of Miss Lillie Norket, a registered nurse and valued staff member of Davis Regional Medical Center for more than 60 years, the association has awarded over $238,000 to local students who are pursuing healthcare-related careers. Students awarded scholarships i... ... Read More

Statesville, NC, June 6, 2016 – Soon-to-be parents have a new way to identify hospitals that deliver quality, affordable maternity care. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) announced that Davis Regional Medical Center has been designated as one of the first hospitals to receive the Blue Distinction Center+ for Maternity Care designation, a new designation under the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. Research shows that compared to other facilities, those designated as Blue Distin... ... Read More