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HCA Healthcare patient transporter celebrates half a century of service
If you’ve ever visited HCA Healthcare’s Putnam Community Medical Center in Palatka, Florida – you’ve likely ran into Willie Wright, a 50-year hospital colleague who’s been there almost since the beginning and has added to the hospital’s legacy in immeasurable ways. In celebration of Willie’s 50th work anniversary and well-deserved retirement, take a look at…
Black History Month 2021: healthcare workers honor the past, ignite change for the future
At HCA Healthcare, we believe excellence in healthcare starts with a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and each other. Each year, we honor Black History Month throughout February as a time to celebrate the achievements made by Black Americans and recognize their central role in U.S. history. We’re also amplifying the…
Focused ultrasound treatment relieves debilitating essential tremor for Virginia patient
10 million Americans are estimated to have essential tremor, a neurological disorder that causes involuntary shaking – generally of both hands, but also of the voice and head. The trembling can worsen with action or movement. After struggling with essential tremor for years, HCA Healthcare patient Lydia Willett is now able to eat, drink, write…
HCA Healthcare invests in domestic production of PPE
While the pandemic has evolved, HCA Healthcare’s facilities have adapted with increased practices and precautions to protect clinicians and caregivers. Now, a new investment in the domestic production of personal protective equipment (PPE) furthers our commitment to helping the healthcare workforce retain the supplies they need to stay safe and able to care for patients…
“Life has a whole new meaning”: 10 inspiring COVID-19 patient stories
No two cases of COVID-19 seem to be the same. Some patients have short hospital stays while others battle for months on end, experiencing intubation and long periods away from family and friends. For HCA Healthcare colleagues, each and every unique patient recovery is a victory. And in a year filled with challenges, these moments…
HCA Healthcare’s Top 10 stories of 2020
When the World Health Organization designated 2020 the Year of the Nurse and the Midwife last year, no one could have imagined just how much spotlight would be shown on healthcare heroes around the world as we together faced the COVID-19 pandemic. As we reflect on the year, the HCA Today team has rounded up our…