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Kenzie Roberge, Davis Regional Medical Center Staff Pharmacist, recently received her Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BSPS) certification. Candace Reeves, Davis Regional Pharmacy Director, noted, “Board certification thru the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) is recognized as the gold standard for which pharmacists are qualified to contribute at advanced practice levels. Through rigorous standards, BPS board certified pharmacists, such as Kenzie, stand out as the most qualified to take on ... ... Read More

Davis Regional Medical Center recently went PINK, with staff throughout the hospital donning pink attire to raise awareness for breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States and it’s the second leading cause of cancer death among women. Every year, about 200,000 new cases of breast cancer are reported nationwide and more than 40,000 women die from the disease. Getting mammograms regularly can help prevent breast cancer. During the month of October, Davis Regiona... ... Read More

Representatives from the Union Grove Ruritans presented stuffed “Rudy Bears” to the Emergency Department staff at Davis Regional Medical Center. Bears will be given to children entering the hospital’s ER. The Union Grove Ruritans was chartered in 1960 and since that time, they have supported the community in many ways, such as providing assistance with medical expenses, shoes for those in need, or comfort bears for children. They host a variety of fundraisers throughout the year to assist their efforts.... ... Read More

Flu Season Arrives Early in Some Cities Physicians urge those at risk to get flu shots ASAP Since September 1st, both the University of Southern Mississippi and the University of Arizona have seen a significant outbreak of the flu on their campuses. This is nearly a month before the first cases typically show up in the U.S., and follows an early and aggressive flu season experienced in Australia this year. Public health officials have confirmed that these campus outbreaks are not strains left over from ... ... Read More

This October, we celebrate National Physical Therapy Month in the shadow of an alarming and growing opioid crisis. The majority of Americans who die from opioid overdoses do so after using these medications to treat legitimate pain. Sadly, many of these conditions could be prevented or managed with positive lifestyle changes, and a better understanding of body mechanics learned through physical therapy. “When presented with the concept of physical therapy, most people think of PT’s role in rehabilitatio... ... Read More

The flu virus continues to spread across the U.S., with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) closely tracking the number of confirmed cases and urging stringent precautions to minimize its impact. Davis Regional Medical Center continues to see flu-symptomatic patients in the emergency room and numerous patients have been admitted for treatment of flu-related complications. While most people will be able to endure the flu’s effects on their bodies and recover, others are at high risk for ... ... Read More

Matthew Banks, Davis Regional Chief Executive Officer, announced recently the renovation and continued enhancement of the hospital’s Obstetrical and Gynecological services for expectant moms. Labor and Delivery suites were recently upgraded with flat screen TVs and spa-like bathroom facilities, including new soaker tubs, to further enhance delivery features and provide the most up to-date high quality amenities for expectant moms. The Mother/Baby unit and postpartum care area were also renovated to offe... ... Read More

Statesville, NC, 9/6/17 – Hurricane Harvey and the subsequent storms and flooding across South Texas and Louisiana served as a reminder of the importance of reviewing your own preparedness. As warnings for Hurricane Irma begin, take action to stock your home and car with emergency supplies and think through your family’s disaster response plan to give yourself some peace of mind before the storm hits. “Hospitals and our community’s first responders regularly conduct drills to prepare for disasters, and ... ... Read More

(Statesville, NC, 8/30/17) – The new school year is just around the corner, which means the lazy, relaxed days of summer are about to be replaced with hectic school mornings, homework and after school activities. Most likely, your kids have been staying up late and sleeping in during the summer break, so getting them back to a healthy sleep routine may be a challenge. “Lack of sleep is not just an issue of motivating cranky children in the mornings,” said Dr. Tara Moon, pediatrician at Davis Medical Gro... ... Read More

Davis Medical Group is a multi-specialty medical group located in Iredell County. (Statesville, NC, 8/14/2017)— Ten primary and specialty care physician practices have joined together to form Davis Medical Group --and they have added several features which make finding and using a healthcare provider easier and more convenient for patients. The ten practices, now coming together under one name, have been providing quality healthcare to Iredell County residents and the surrounding communities for over 30... ... Read More