News & Blog

DAISY Award Winner – Donna Dunn

Donna Dunn, a nurse in our Day Surgery department was recently awarded the DAISY Award for her excellent care she provides her patients in the surgery setting. Over the past year, Donna has received more than 20 DAISY nominations, a testament to the consistently excellent care she provides to her patients. One nominator said, “Donna […]

LeConte Medical Center Receives an “A” for Outstanding Patient Safety

LeConte Medical Center is proud to receive an “A” grade from the Leapfrog Group for LeConte’s commitment to meeting highest standards of quality and safety.

LeConte Celebrates Social Work Month

March is recognized as National Social Work month. Our social workers put their patients first by providing support for our patients’ social, emotional and financial needs while undergoing treatment in the hospital. We all count on the selfless work of our LeConte social workers – Bailee, Amy and Kaylan. Read why the members of our […]

Spotlight on Natasha Townsend, MD

Radiation oncologist at Thompson Cancer Survival Center – Sevier Shares Why She’s Passionate About Helping Cancer Patients Q: Why did you go into this career? A: It’s probably a familiar answer: “I wanted to help people,” but for me it’s more than that. Getting a cancer diagnosis can be very overwhelming. Usually, a variety of […]

LeConte Medical Center Celebrates 10 years of Compassionate Care

Reception for invited guests reveals new logo in honor of 10th Anniversary LeConte Medical Center, a member of Covenant Health, celebrated the hospital’s 10th anniversary with a reception on Thursday, Feb. 27. The current facility opened its doors on February 14, 2010, continuing the legacy of Fort Sanders Sevier Hospital which previously served the community […]

New Year’s Surprise

First Baby of New Year Brings Joy to LeConte Medical Center The first baby born at LeConte Medical Center in 2020 was welcomed into the world on Jan. 1 to parents Ashli Jones and Tyler Matthews. Baby boy Asher Knox Matthews weighed 6 pounds and 11 ounces. Now at home with their son, the new […]