Swain Community Hospital

Swain Community Hospital Swain Community Hospital is an acute care facility located in Bryson City, North Carolina.

Swain Community Hospital, established in 1950, is a 48-bed Critical Access Hospital serving Swain, Graham and Macon counties. Emergency medicine and primary care are supported by on-site ancillary services such as imaging, laboratory and physical and occupational therapy. Specialty rotations including pulmonology, gastroenterology, women’s care occur throughout the week enhancing greater access to care while limiting patients’ travel to other facilities for subspecialist care. A pain clinic operated by the hospital and led by fellowship trained physician, Dr. Jacob Mills serves patients on the hospital campus. 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. Swain Community Hospital 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 Swain Community Hospital’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.

Staying warm together at our first Winter Warmth event of the week!❄️☕Hot cocoa, cookies, and snowman cups were a small ...
01/27/2026

Staying warm together at our first Winter Warmth event of the week!❄️☕

Hot cocoa, cookies, and snowman cups were a small way to show our appreciation for the incredible work our staff does every day.

Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and all that you do for our patients and one another. 🤍

Early stages of cervical cancer often have no symptoms, but it is highly treatable if caught early. That's why regular s...
01/27/2026

Early stages of cervical cancer often have no symptoms, but it is highly treatable if caught early. That's why regular screenings and vaccinations are critical. January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder to talk with your provider and stay proactive about your health.

All Swain Community Hospital departments, and services will operate on a regular schedule on Tuesday, January 27, includ...
01/26/2026

All Swain Community Hospital departments, and services will operate on a regular schedule on Tuesday, January 27, including Swain Family Care.

Please continue to prioritize safety based on conditions in your area.❄️

❄️ Update for Monday, January 26 ❄️All Swain Community Hospital outpatient departments, including Swain Family Care, wil...
01/25/2026

❄️ Update for Monday, January 26 ❄️

All Swain Community Hospital outpatient departments, including Swain Family Care, will open at 10:00 AM on Monday, January 26.

Those with any questions are encouraged to call ahead before traveling.

🏥 Emergency and inpatient services remain available 24/7. In case of an emergency, call 911.

Please continue to check our website at www.myswaincommunity.com
and this page for updates. Stay safe and warm! ❄️

❄️ Weather Update ❄️Once severe weather conditions begin, Swain Community Hospital may have modified services or tempora...
01/23/2026

❄️ Weather Update ❄️

Once severe weather conditions begin, Swain Community Hospital may have modified services or temporary closures for select outpatient departments and clinics. Patients with scheduled appointments are encouraged to call ahead before traveling.

🏥 Emergency services remain open 24/7, inpatient care will continue without interruption, and essential hospital operations will remain in place to support patient care.

Updates will be shared on our website at www.myswaincommunity.com and on this page as needed. Your safety is our top priority - stay safe and warm! 💙

Lace up your sneakers and join us for a Heart Hustle Walk at WCU’s Ramsey Center! 💜❤️Harris Regional and Swain Community...
01/22/2026

Lace up your sneakers and join us for a Heart Hustle Walk at WCU’s Ramsey Center! 💜❤️

Harris Regional and Swain Community Hospitals are teaming up with Western Carolina Athletics to encourage heart wellness—led by PA-C Bryant Reinking from Harris Cardiology.

📍 Feb. 18 | 6:30 PM | Meet at the Northeast Concourse
🎟 50 complimentary game tickets available! Reserve yours: 828.508.0109 or lillian.ferguson@lifepointhealth.net

01/22/2026

Good health looks different at every age, and so does great care. Primary care teams help keep you well through every chapter, offering everything from annual exams to ongoing support for your evolving health needs. Wherever life takes you, we’re here, specializing in you. Find a provider today at myswaincommunity.com

As winter weather approaches, our teams are actively preparing while encouraging our community to do the same. We urge e...
01/21/2026

As winter weather approaches, our teams are actively preparing while encouraging our community to do the same. We urge everyone to take simple steps now to stay safe and plan ahead. 🌨️

Please check back here for updates related to outpatient clinic delays or closures as conditions evolve. Our hospitals remain open and available 24/7 for emergency healthcare needs, because care doesn’t stop, even when the weather does. ❄️

Stay safe and take extra care this weekend.

Help us welcome our newest group of staff members to Harris and Swain! 💙 New faces, fresh energy, and a shared commitmen...
01/19/2026

Help us welcome our newest group of staff members to Harris and Swain! 💙

New faces, fresh energy, and a shared commitment to caring for our communities. ✨ We’re happy you’re here.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. challenged us all to serve others with intention and heart. Today and always, we remain commi...
01/19/2026

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. challenged us all to serve others with intention and heart. Today and always, we remain committed to caring for you and the communities we proudly serve.

01/15/2026

A new year is a great time to set goals that support your long-term health. Your goals don’t have to be big to make a big impact! Start with these sustainable habits:

- Schedule your annual checkup
- Move your body a little each day
- Prioritize sleep and stress management
- Focus on a balanced, nutritious diet
- Stay up to date on vaccines and screenings

We're here to help you stay on track and support your health at every stage of life. We're specializing in you.

January is Mental Wellness Month, a gentle reminder to check in with yourself. Being proactive about your wellbeing can ...
01/13/2026

January is Mental Wellness Month, a gentle reminder to check in with yourself. Being proactive about your wellbeing can prevent smaller struggles from becoming bigger challenges. If you are experiencing mental health-related or emotional distress, we are here for you with quality, compassionate care.

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Bryson City, NC
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Swain Community Hospital, established in 1950, is a 48-bed Critical Access Hospital serving Swain, Graham and Macon counties. Emergency medicine and primary care are supported by on-site ancillary services such as imaging, laboratory and physical and occupational therapy. Specialty rotations including pulmonology, gastroenterology, women’s care occur throughout the week enhancing greater access to care while limiting patients’ travel to other facilities for subspecialist care. A pain clinic operated by the hospital and led by fellowship trained physician, Dr. Jacob Mills serves patients on the hospital campus.

A family practice located inside the hospital has a medical staff of four physicians and two mid-level provider seeing adults and children five days a week. The emergency department provides care for over 12,000 people per year, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Swain Community Hospital is affiliated with various regional organizations through clinical and community partnerships benefitting the health of the region.

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