T.J. Regional Health

01/30/2026

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Matthew Rutter has joined the T.J. Health Urology team, working alongside Dr. Mitchell Wiatrak and Katlin Spillman, APRN.

Dr. Rutter earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology at Capital University and his Doctor of Medicine at the Medical College of Ohio. He completed his Urology Residency at the University of Oklahoma.

As the first urologist to perform robotic surgery in South Central Kentucky, Dr. Rutter continues to be a leader in the field. When asked what he enjoys most about practicing medicine, he said, “I mostly enjoy the outcomes of repairing or curing a patient’s problem surgically, and my expertise is in urologic cancer. I am happiest in the operating room - this is where I have the least stress and perform the best.”

Dr. Rutter was drawn to T.J. Regional Health due to the potential to continue his career with the high quality of technology that is necessary for strong patient outcomes. He is excited to use the organization’s new world-class Da Vinci 5 surgical robot. He added, “A large number of my patients are from the surrounding region so it will be convenient for them to see me at the Pavilion.”

Dr. Rutter and his wife, Natalie, have been married for 30 years, and they have two children. Ethan is a legislative aide for a senator in Washington, DC, and Emma is a musical theater major at Western Kentucky University. Outside of work, Dr. Rutter enjoys gardening, working on classic cars, and wood working.

Dr. Rutter is now seeing patients in the Urology Clinic at the T.J. Health Pavilion. Please call 270.659.5965 to schedule an appointment with him. Join us in welcoming Dr. Matthew Rutter to the T.J. family!

01/30/2026

Congratulations Joyce Allen on completing your chemo!!! We are SO excited to celebrate with you today!!!

01/29/2026

Congratulations Betty Morgan on completing your chemo!!! We are SO excited to celebrate with you today!!!

01/29/2026

The da Vinci 5 gives our expert surgeons enhanced precision for minimally invasive procedures.

Find out what makes our heart care even stronger.

01/28/2026

Come join our outstanding team!💙💚

Now Hiring: Cath Lab Radiologic Tech 🫀

Join the team at T.J. Regional Health where advanced technology, teamwork, and patient-centered care come together every day.

Apply today at:
https://tjregional.rec.pro.ukg.net/TJS1500TJSC/JobBoard/a4b9e606-5dc1-4c8c-ba68-83fd41e97ade/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=7012bd4b-70b0-4911-b313-2520377b38bf

01/28/2026

Not feeling well? Same-Day Appointments Available!📣

We have same-day appointments available today and tomorrow at all of our primary care locations.

If you’ve been putting off getting care — or if you’ve been meaning to establish a relationship with a primary care provider — now is a great time to take that step. Your health matters, and we’re here to help you stay well.

All of our locations can be found at tjregionalhealth.org/locations. Call us at 270.659.5888 to schedule your appointment!

01/28/2026

01/27/2026

All T.J. Regional Health locations will open at their normal time on Wednesday, January 28th.

01/27/2026

Register online at redcrossblood.org!

01/27/2026

Vaccinating kids for HPV can reduce their risk for certain cancers—a lifelong, and potentially lifesaving, benefit. Here’s what parents should know.

Health problems caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) include ge***al warts and certain types of cancer.

01/27/2026

Respiratory Therapists can visit
tjregionalhealth.org/events to register!

Topics will include:
End of Life Care and the Role Respiratory Therapist Play
Just for Kids Transport Team
Patient Safety
Trauma
Making the Most Out of It

01/26/2026

WINTER WEATHER UPDATES
For Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Due to the ongoing winter weather conditions, some T.J. clinics will open late and a few will remain closed on Tuesday, January 27. Please see the complete details below.

T.J. Health Pavilion:
· T.J. Urgent Care – 9am to 5pm
· Pavilion Pharmacy – 9am to 5pm
· All other Pavilion clinics – 10am to 5pm
· Lab and Imaging Services – 10am to 5pm
· T.J. Specialty Pharmacy – 10am to 5pm

Rural Health Clinics Opening at 10am Central Time:
· T.J. Health Cave City
· T.J. Health Columbia Clinic
· T.J. Health Columbia Primary Care
· T.J. Health Edmonton
· T.J. Health Russell Springs
· T.J. Health Tompkinsville

T.J. Rehab Services:
· Open at 10am at all locations excluding T.J. Orthopedics Rehab

Other Clinics Opening at 10am Central Time:
· T.J. Specialty Services Behavioral Health Clinic
· T.J. Samson Sleep Medicine
· T.J. Family Medicine Center
· T.J. Health Campbellsville Podiatry – 10am EASTERN Time

Closures & Cancellations:
Patients will be contacted to reschedule appointments.
· T.J. Health Greensburg
· T.J. Health Scottsville
· T.J. Health Orthopedics
· T.J. Orthopedics Rehab
· Fit For Life
· R+ Med Spa
· T.J. Wound Care
· T.J. Health Columbia Wound Care
· The Lunch & Learn event at the Pavilion Community Center has been canceled.

T.J. Samson Community Hospital and T.J. Health Columbia remain open 24/7. Outpatient services scheduled at the hospitals will run as scheduled.
For emergencies, please call 911.