Starr Regional Medical Center

Starr Regional Medical Center Starr Regional Medical Center is a system of acute care facilities located in in Athens and Etowah, Tennessee.

At Starr Regional Medical Center, we are committed to providing the highest quality healthcare possible and ensuring the overall well-being of the communities we serve. Starr Regional Medical Center - Athens is a 118-bed acute care facility providing inpatient and outpatient services including emergency services, labor and delivery, rehabilitation services, and infusion services. IF YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, PLEASE CALL 911 OR VISIT THE NEAREST EMERGENCY MEDICAL FACILITY. Please note that information, including personal and health information, posted to this page is generally accessible by others. To protect your privacy, PLEASE DO NOT SHARE OR COMMUNICATE ANY MEDICAL OR OTHER HEALTH INFORMATION ON OR THROUGH THIS PAGE. By posting to this site, you assume any risks associated with the sharing of this information. Starr Regional Medical Center expressly disclaims any obligations under federal or state health privacy laws for information contained in such posts. For more information on Facebook’s privacy practices and terms and conditions, please review the policies and terms applicable to the third-party site. We are not responsible for the privacy and security practices of those other websites, applications, and/or platforms or the information they may collect (which may include IP address). You should contact such third parties directly to determine their respective privacy policies. Links to any other websites or content do not constitute or imply an endorsement or recommendation by us of the linked website, platform, and/or content. For more information on Starr Regional Medical Center’s privacy and security practices related to our services, please visit our website. We use this page to share content about our facility, team, community, health observances, and general health education. Please be respectful, and note that while we do not regularly review or remove content from this page, we reserve the right to review and remove posts or comments that are, among other things, abusive, fraudulent, deceptive, misleading, obscene, violate the law, promote unrelated offerings, link to external sites, or may otherwise risk harm to any person.

Congratulations, Dr. Katherine Hall! 🎉Starr Regional Medical Center is proud to celebrate Dr. Katherine Hall, MD, FAAFP,...
10/28/2025

Congratulations, Dr. Katherine Hall! 🎉

Starr Regional Medical Center is proud to celebrate Dr. Katherine Hall, MD, FAAFP, on her appointment as President of the Tennessee Academy of Family Physicians (TNAFP) during the organization’s annual conference held October 22–25 in Franklin, Tenn.

As Chair of the Board of Directors and leader of the Executive Committee, Dr. Hall will help shape the future of family medicine across Tennessee. Her appointment is a testament to her years of dedicated service, leadership and advocacy.

Dr. Hall has been a trusted provider in McMinn County since 2015, known for her compassionate care at Athens Family Practice and as Medical Director of our Advanced Wound Care Center. Her commitment to improving the health and well-being of our community is truly inspiring.

👏 Please join us in congratulating Dr. Hall on this incredible achievement!
🔗 Learn more: StarrRegional.com

10/28/2025

It's important to know the early signs of breast cancer, because spotting them early can save lives. Watch for:

- A new lump or thickening in the breast or underarm
- Changes in breast size, shape, or texture
- Ni**le changes or unusual discharge
- Skin dimpling, redness, or scaling
- Pain in any area of the breast

If you notice any changes, contact your healthcare provider.

Got questions about nutrition and how a healthy diet supports overall wellness?Join us at the Athens-McMinn Family YMCA ...
10/27/2025

Got questions about nutrition and how a healthy diet supports overall wellness?

Join us at the Athens-McMinn Family YMCA for a special opportunity to speak with Jackie Berry, MS, RD, LDN, Director of Community Wellness at Starr Regional Medical Center. This informative session is part of our Breast Health Discussion Series.

🗓 Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
🕙 Time: 10 a.m.
📍 Location: Athens-McMinn Family YMCA | 205 Knoxville Ave., Athens, TN 37303

💬 Bring your questions and learn how good nutrition plays a vital role in staying healthy.

Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Spend some time collecting your unused or expi...
10/25/2025

Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Spend some time collecting your unused or expired prescription medications and bring them to the McMinn County Sheriff’s Office to safely dispose of them. Thank you for supporting the health and safety of McMinn County.

If you’re unable to dispose of unneeded or expired medications today, don’t worry! Every day is Take Back Day! Convenient, year-round collection boxes are made available to the public at designated retail pharmacies and police departments. Click the link to search for a year-round drop box near you: https://safe.pharmacy/

Starr Regional Medical Center is proud to support National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, October 25, fr...
10/23/2025

Starr Regional Medical Center is proud to support National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join us by bringing all your unused or expired prescription medications (pills or patches only) to the McMinn County Sheriff’s Office, located at 1319 S. White Street, Athens, TN.

For more information, visit https://takebackday.dea.gov/. Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy and safe!

10/23/2025

Did you know nearly 9 out of 10 adults struggle with understanding and using their health information? Understanding your health is the first step to taking care of it. We’re committed to clear communication, so every patient feels confident in their care.

We encourage patients to:
- Ask questions if something isn’t clear
- Bring a list of medications and concerns to appointments
- Repeat back instructions to confirm understanding

Together, providers and patients can build confidence, improve communication and make healthy choices.

10/21/2025

Having mammograms regularly can lower the risk of dying from breast cancer. Most women should start annual screenings at age 40, or earlier if recommended by their doctor.

Don’t wait! Together, we can fight. Schedule your mammogram today and take an important step in protecting your health.

🩺 Got Questions About Cancer Care? Stop by the Athens-McMinn Family YMCA for an opportunity to connect with Kim Burnett,...
10/20/2025

🩺 Got Questions About Cancer Care?

Stop by the Athens-McMinn Family YMCA for an opportunity to connect with Kim Burnett, MSN, RN, OCN, MEDSURG-BC, Director of Oncology & Infusion Services at Starr Regional Medical Center. This event is part of our Breast Health Discussion series for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
🕒 Time: 10 a.m.
📍 Location: Athens-McMinn Family YMCA, 205 Knoxville Ave., Athens, TN 37303

Kim will be available to answer your questions about navigating a cancer diagnosis and how Starr Regional Medical Center offers compassionate cancer care services close to home.

Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or simply want to learn more — stop by and start the conversation.

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