Angel Medical Center in Franklin, North Carolina. Celebrating 100 Years of Caring for Our Community. That's the plain English version. Impersonate another person.
At Angel Medical Center, we believe that patient and family-centered care is the best approach to achieve successful outcomes in health care, and the cornerstones of that approach are dignity and respect. Equally important are information sharing, participation, and collaboration. Patients, families, doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals form a partnership that benefits everyone. We define a family member as anyone the patient designates as important. Families are not just visitors; they are essential in patient care and decision-making. Every staff member at Angel Medical Center is dedicated to this approach. We combine patient-centered care with modern medicine, advanced technology, compassion, and care provided by loved ones to reach our ultimate goal - to provide the best care and outcomes for patients. We exist to identify and respond to the health and wellness needs of the region, partnering with patients, families and friends through a comprehensive approach to healing that ministers to the mind, body and spirit. Notice to Patients: No one will be denied access to services due to an inability to pay. There is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available based on family size and income. This also includes the following clinics:
Angel Primary Care, General Surgery Franklin, Angel Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Mission Health Center Franklin and Mission My Care Now - Franklin. Disclaimer for Social Media:
Open discussion through Mission Health's social media sites is always encouraged. We look forward to hearing your stories and experiences at Mission Health through any of our online outlets. However, to make sure posts stay on topic, and are considerate of others, Mission Health will practice a prudent amount of monitoring. Information regarding medical issues or advice posted on our pages should not replace a consultation with a health care professional. Please be aware that Mission Health's social sites are completely public. We strongly warn against disclosing any personal information and we suggest you exercise complete caution when posting. Please be advised that posting information regarding your personal information, location, medical record or financial information is strongly discouraged. Here it is in legal language:
By posting any comments, posts or other material on Mission Health-sponsored social media networks, you give Mission Health the irrevocable right to reproduce, distribute, publish, display, edit, modify, create derivative works from, and otherwise use your submission for any purpose in any form and on any media. You also agree that you will not:
Post material that infringes on the rights of any third party, including intellectual property, privacy or publicity rights. Post material that is unlawful, obscene, defamatory, threatening, harassing, abusive, slanderous, hateful, or embarrassing to any other person or entity as determined by Mission Health in its sole discretion. Post advertisements or solicitations of business. Post chain letters or pyramid schemes. Allow any other person or entity to use your identification for posting or viewing comments. Post the same note more than once or "spam." Mission Health reserves the right (but is not obligated) to do any or all of the following:
Remove communications that are abusive, illegal or disruptive, or that otherwise fail to conform with these Terms and Conditions. Terminate a user's access to the social network upon any breach of these Terms and Conditions. Edit or delete any communications posted on the social network, regardless of whether such communications violate these standards.
Is hip or knee pain affecting your life? Learn how at risk you may be for further complications and what care may be necessary to get you back to full activity.
11/18/2025
SAVE THE DATE: The Blood Connection will host a blood drive at Angel Medical Center, 124 One Center Court, on Friday, December 5, from 10 am to 3 pm. All donors are eligible for a $40 eGift card from The Blood Connection! A photo ID or donor card is required. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will be honored first. To schedule an appointment, visit: https://bit.ly/47Yr7DC
11/17/2025
No matter what you’ve got cooking this , remember to prioritize safety. In crowded kitchens and around deep fryers, accidents can happen fast. Each year around Thanksgiving, there’s an increase in cooking-related burn injuries, and unattended cooking is the primary cause, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Follow these tips for what to avoid if you or someone else needs .
If you suffer a mild or first-degree burn, the affected area may swell or turn red. You can treat these burns at home with simple first aid steps:
🧼Clean the area with soap and cool water.
🧴Apply a thin layer of ointment.
🩹Dress the wound with sterile non-stick gauze.
💊Take over-the-counter medication to manage pain.
For more serious burns, immediate medical attention is critical. You can always find help fast at your local emergency room – but for complex cases, specialized care is available at the Mission Burn and Wound Center, located at Mission Hospital, our burn specialists provide services to residents from across Western North Carolina.
Thank you to our community members for helping make our annual HCA Healthcare prescription drug take-back day a success here in Franklin! With your help, Angel Medical Center collected an amazing 35 pounds of medications. Your local effort contributed to the 323 pounds collected across Mission Health and 19,846 pounds nationally, across HCA Healthcare! Your partnership helps keep harmful drugs out of the wrong hands and supports a safer Macon County. We want to also thank the Macon County Sheriff's Office for their assistance during the event. Thank you for helping us keep our community safe!
11/16/2025
doesn’t wait and neither should you. Get your flu shot early to help protect yourself and those around you. Remember, your body needs up to two weeks to build immunity after getting the shot.
The trusted medical professionals at Mission My Care Now can help. They’re available to administer your flu shot or help treat any flu symptoms you may be experiencing. No appointment necessary, but we recommend you call 828-213-4444 to ensure flu vaccines are available. Find a location near you: https://bit.ly/4o2pjiN
[ON-SCREEN TEXT: Reminder. Stay protected this flu season. Schedule your flu shot today!]
11/11/2025
Today, and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. We are proud to recognize our veteran colleagues, patients and families whose service and sacrifice embody our mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.
We're also proud to be part of HCA Healthcare, an organization that has hired more than 65,000 veterans, active-duty and reserve personnel and military spouses since 2012. Today, HCA Healthcare announced they will give $150,000 to multiple veteran support organizations in honor of Veterans Day.
This Veterans Day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to those who have honorably served for their courage, commitment and selflessness.
11/07/2025
is the leading cause of cancer-related death according to the CDC. Many people don’t know the hidden risks they may be exposed to every day. Common lifestyle risk factors include:
🚬Smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke
💨Exposure to radon, a colorless and odorless radioactive gas that occurs naturally in soil
🦠Inhaling hazardous chemicals like asbestos, uranium and other toxic products
🏭Exposure to particle pollution, such as inhaling tiny particles from exhaust smoke
🎗️Prior radiation to treat other cancers
In addition to lifestyle risk factors, a family history of lung cancer may also increase your risk. Fortunately, lung cancer is most treatable when it’s caught early. Across our larger HCA Healthcare system of care, Sarah Cannon Cancer Network treats over 12,000 cases each year, bringing deep experience and compassionate care to every patient.
Learn more about our lung cancer diagnostic and treatment services: https://bit.ly/4oBFRj6
Compare your actual age to your heart's biological age, calculate your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, and prioritize your most harmful risk factors.
11/04/2025
NEXT WEEK: Angel Medical Center is excited to offer a FREE stroke support group. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 11, in the hospital cafeteria and will be facilitated by Matt McCoy with Stronger Together, along with members of our Angel Medical Center stroke team. Future meetings will be held on the second Tuesday of each month from 2 to 3 pm.
The Angel Medical Center Stroke Support Group is designed to provide stroke survivors and their caregivers with the opportunity to network and support each other, while also learning about resources available to them at Angel Medical Center and throughout the
community.
Angel Medical Center is certified by The Joint Commission as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital (ASRH), demonstrating our capabilities for providing evidence-based treatment during even the most complex strokes.
For more information, call 828-369-4491.
10/29/2025
When it comes to a stroke, every second counts. Recognizing the signs of a stroke and calling 9-1-1 right away can help you or a loved one get the lifesaving treatment needed to reduce the risk of death and serious disability from stroke.
Angel Medical Center is proud to be certified by The Joint Commission as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital (ASRH), demonstrating our capabilities for providing evidence-based treatment during even the most complex strokes. Our team is specially trained and ready 24/7 to deliver expert care and advanced treatment, helping more patients in western North Carolina survive stroke and return to the lives they love.
Listen in as Mission Health’s Dr. Alex Schneider shares more about the signs and symptoms of a stroke: https://bit.ly/49nuu9p
10/28/2025
Are you feeling under the weather? 😷 can catch you by surprise but if your symptoms are mild, you may be able to treat them at home.
Taking over-the-counter medications, staying hydrated and getting plenty of sleep are trusted remedies that can help ease discomfort and support your recovery. 📲 Swipe to learn about simple home remedies that may help ease mild flu symptoms. These home remedies can also be effective in managing symptoms of other respiratory infections such as the common cold or mild cases of COVID-19.
If your symptoms become severe, see your doctor or call 911. You can also visit a Mission My Care Now clinic. No appointment necessary. Call 828-213-4444 to ensure flu vaccines are available. Find a location near you: https://bit.ly/4qveV5R.
10/28/2025
Congratulations to Angel Medical Center for earning a five-star rating from Healthgrades in Cardiac Care for the treatment of Heart Failure. Angel Medical Center’s latest distinctions place the organization among a select group of top-tier facilities to earn a five-star rating for the treatment of Heart Failure. This achievement reflects Angel Medical Center’s commitment to consistently delivering the best care possible, placing the organization in the upper echelon of hospitals for specialty care nationwide.
“This recognition is a true testament to the remarkable teamwork, skill, and compassion of our Angel Medical Center family,” said Clint Kendall, CEO of Angel Medical Center. “Every member of our team — from our physicians and nurses to our clinical and support staff — plays an essential role in delivering exceptional care to our patients. Achievements like this are only possible because of their unwavering commitment to excellence and to one another. I couldn’t be prouder of our team and the difference they make every day in the lives of those we serve.”
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Angel Medical Center posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Angel Medical Center is a full-service, community hospital serving Macon and the surrounding counties. Located in Franklin, N.C., Angel Medical Center is a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital offering inpatient services that include a women’s and children’s health unit, an intensive care unit, and a medical and surgical unit.
Outpatient services include a wound clinic, chemotherapy services, a full laboratory, digital mammography, CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, rehab therapy, as well as surgical and endoscopy services. The hospital also operates the Angel Urgent Care Center and Angel Home Health & Hospice.
Angel Medical Center is a member of Mission Health–recognized in 2018 as one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems by IBM Watson Health, formerly known as Truven Health Analytics, for a remarkable sixth time in the past seven years.
Open discussion through Mission Health's social media sites is always encouraged. We look forward to hearing your stories and experiences at Mission Health through any of our online outlets. However, to make sure posts stay on topic, and are considerate of others, Mission Health will practice a prudent amount of monitoring. Information regarding medical issues or advice posted on our pages should not replace a consultation with a health care professional.
Please be aware that Mission Health's social sites are completely public. We strongly warn against disclosing any personal information and we suggest you exercise complete caution when posting. Please be advised that posting information regarding your personal information, location, medical record or financial information is strongly discouraged. That's the plain English version.
Here it is in legal language: By posting any comments, posts or other material on Mission Health-sponsored social media networks, you give Mission Health the irrevocable right to reproduce, distribute, publish, display, edit, modify, create derivative works from, and otherwise use your submission for any purpose in any form and on any media. You also agree that you will not:
Post material that infringes on the rights of any third party, including intellectual property, privacy or publicity rights.
Post material that is unlawful, obscene, defamatory, threatening, harassing, abusive, slanderous, hateful, or embarrassing to any other person or entity as determined by Mission Health in its sole discretion.
Post advertisements or solicitations of business.
Post chain letters or pyramid schemes.
Impersonate another person.
Allow any other person or entity to use your identification for posting or viewing comments.
Post the same note more than once or "spam."
Mission Health reserves the right (but is not obligated) to do any or all of the following:
Remove communications that are abusive, illegal or disruptive, or that otherwise fail to conform with these Terms and Conditions.
Terminate a user's access to the social network upon any breach of these Terms and Conditions.
Edit or delete any communications posted on the social network, regardless of whether such communications violate these standards.
