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How to Protect Your Child from Fall Viruses like Flu, RSV, and COVID
September 03, 2025In warmer parts of the country like Wilson, NC, respiratory virus season can begin as early as September and stretch well into the winter. With kids back in school, viruses like flu, RSV, and COVID-19 start spreading quickly – especially among young children whose immune systems are still developing. As a parent, you can take steps now to help protect…
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Rosario-Garcia named September Employee of the Month
September 02, 2025Congratulations to Michelle A. Rosario-Garcia, ICU BSN, RN. Michelle has served at Wilson Medical Center for 7 years. When asked why Michelle loves her job, she said, “I love helping people because it gives me the opportunity to make a real difference -- even in their most vulnerable moments. Knowing that I can provide comfort, support and education to patients…
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Resident thankful for local Oncology treatment
August 21, 2025Dan Jackson recently was able to ring the bell at Wilson Radiation Oncology, signifying the end of his treatment process.
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Sherrod named first Lung Nodule Nurse Navigator
August 07, 2025The Lung Nodule Nurse Navigator will serve as a central point of contact for patients with lung nodules. Sherrod will help ensure timely follow-up tracking as well as the monitoring and coordination of care and scans. She will also facilitate multi-disciplinary team discussions and lead patient education.
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WMC Board Chairman completes Pulmonary Rehabilitation class
August 04, 2025Wilson Medical Center Board Chairman Pender Sharp recently graduated from our facility's Pulmonary Rehabilitation class, having completed all 36 visits with commitment and hard work.
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Why Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Are on the Rise — and How to Protect Yourself
August 01, 2025Warmer weather and standing water are fueling a surge in mosquito-borne diseases. Here’s what you need to know and how to prevent them.
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Wilson Medical Center to hold "Fill the Bus" Extravaganza
July 24, 2025The Wilson Medical Center Community and Employee Engagement Committees are co-sponsoring a 2025 Back-to-School Drive.
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Patient thanks nursing staff for compassionate care
July 18, 2025Wilson Medical Center means so much to Ralph Pierce Jr.. Despite a recent health scare of his own, being cared for by staff brought back memories of his favorite Wilson Medical Center nurse – his mother, Helen Rivers Pierce.
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Whoolery named Mercy Award semifinalist
July 11, 2025Diabetes Educator Micaela Whoolery has been named a semifinalist for Lifepoint Health's 2025 Mercy Award.Micaela, who is Wilson Medical Center's 2025 recipient, is among 60 semifinalists who will be honored Aug. 27-29 in Nashville, Tennessee. There were more than 130 local Mercy Award winners across the nation within Lifepoint facilities.The Mercy Award is Lifepoint's…
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McCall named July Employee of the Month
July 09, 2025Congratulations to Lori McCall Supply Chain, CNA I & II. This year she celebrates 19 years of service at Wilson Medical Center. When asked why Lori loves her job, she said, “I love what I do because I definitely have the compassion and patience that it takes to meet the patients’ needs. I treat people the way I want to be treated.”Lori resides…
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A look at the 2025 Board of Directors
July 09, 2025Wilson Medical Center's additions to its 2025 Board of Directors includes four respected local leaders, Stewart S. Arens Jr., Bishop Myron K. Smith, Dr. Calbee D. Newkirk and Dr. Sanjay Cherukuri. With longstanding service in business, healthcare, faith, and education, these individuals bring a deep understanding of the community’s needs. Their leadership and…
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James MacDonald to lead Neurology practice
July 07, 2025Wilson Medical Center is pleased to welcome James MacDonald, MD, to our team of medical professionals. MacDonald has more than a decade of experience in treating patients with Neurological disorders.
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Board of Directors includes three new members
July 07, 2025Wilson, N.C. – Wilson Medical Center appointed four respected local leaders, Stewart S. Arens Jr., Bishop Myron K. Smith, Dr. Calbee D. Newkirk and Dr. Sanjay Cherukuri, to its 2025 Board of Directors. With longstanding service in business, healthcare, faith, and education, these individuals bring a deep understanding of the community’s needs. Their leadership…
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"Surgio" deemed name for da Vinci robot
June 26, 2025Wilson Medical Center recently engaged with STEM program from Wilson County Public Schools and The Greenfield School for the purpose of naming the hospital’s surgical robot. Hospital staff finalized “Surgio” as the name of the da Vinci xi robot during 2025 Hospital Week.
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Brooke Lindsay added to Primary Care team
June 26, 2025Wilson Medical Center is proud to announce that Brooke Lindsay, PA, has joined Wilson Primary Care. Lindsay is the latest physician to join the organization as it continues to expand its primary care and specialty services. Brooke’s specialties will include Family medicine, Sports medicine, Rheumatology, Acute care and preventative medicine. "We are overjoyed…
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Braswell to conclude 55 years of service
June 20, 2025I can’t believe it has been 55 years, because all I ever wanted was a job. At the end of this month, I’ll be retiring from Wilson Medical Center. I never went to college, and I had just gotten out of high school when I applied. As the daughter of a sharecropper in Fremont, I didn’t want to just stay at home. Wilson Medical Center is a place where…
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Wilson Medical Center partners with Barton College for investment in nursing
June 04, 2025Wilson Medical Center, a Duke LifePoint hospital, and Barton College have announced a strategic partnership to invest in the future of healthcare in Wilson County through the launch of the Barton College Wilson Medical Fellows Program and a $1 million commitment to healthcare education.
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Whoolery named 2025 Mercy Award winner
May 28, 2025Wilson Medical Center recently announced that Micaela Whoolery, RN Clinical Educator has been recognized as the facility’s 2025 Mercy Award winner.
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Patient Testimonial: WRNC exhibits 5-star service
May 01, 2025Danielle Haddock knows her father better than anyone. Over the nearly 4.5 years that Danny Gordon has been a resident of the Wilson Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Danielle hasn’t had to worry much about if her father is content, because he would definitely say something if he wasn’t.
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Sibbett earns Employee of the Month honors
April 18, 2025Congratulations to Stefka Sibbett, Radiology Special Procedure Technologist. This year, Stefka celebrates 7 years at Wilson Medical Center.
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