North Carolina Healthcare Association

11/21/2025

We had such a great time filming at Harris Regional Hospital and Haywood Regional Medical Center for our 2026 Virtual Healthcare Career Day! Thank you for helping us inspire and invest in the next generation of healthcare leaders. Stay tuned for the official date and more details.

11/20/2025

It’s National Career Development Week! 🌟

If you’re thinking about a future in healthcare, or know someone who is, now is the perfect time to explore the many pathways available in North Carolina. From patient care to operations to technology, there’s a role for every passion and skillset in our hospitals and health systems.

Discover resources, real stories, and tools to help you take the next step toward a meaningful career:

“I guide patients on their journey to better health through effective fitness strategies, and it makes me so proud to see my patients make progress.”

11/20/2025

Today, we celebrate the Power of Rural. In honor of National Rural Health Day, the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation joined the NC Office of Rural Health’s statewide celebration in Asheville, hosted in partnership with MAHEC, the FHLI, and the NC Department of Health and Human Services.

This event recognizes organizations and leaders advancing access to high-quality care in North Carolina’s rural communities.

NCHF’s Emily Roland and Shakeerah McCoy celebrated alongside Scotland Health Care System President & CEO David Pope, this year’s Community Star, recognized for his leadership and impact on rural health across North Carolina.

We’re proud to stand with partners across the state working to strengthen rural health today and every day.

11/20/2025

Duke Health, the Duke Clinical Research Institute (DCRI), and a coalition of public safety partners are now deploying drones carrying automated external defibrillators (AEDs) during real 911 calls in Forsyth County. The goal is to deliver lifesaving equipment faster than EMS alone and close the critical gap between cardiac arrest and treatment.

“This study represents a major step forward in how we respond to cardiac arrest in the United States,” said Monique Starks, M.D. of Duke University School of Medicine.

The technology allows drones to autonomously fly to an emergency, lower an AED safely to the ground, and give bystanders immediate access, with 911 telecommunicators providing real-time guidance.

This pioneering study, supported by the American Heart Association and more than a dozen partners, has the potential to reshape emergency response in communities across the country. Read more here: https://bit.ly/43Dj9OY

DURHAM and CLEMMONS, N.C. – Every minute counts when someone’s heart stops. In the U.S., more than 350,000 people suffer cardiac arrest each year, and fewer than 10% survive. Most of these emergencies happen at home, far from lifesaving equipment.Now, for the first time in the United States, a c...

11/19/2025

In honor of National Diabetes Awareness Month, Haywood Regional Medical Center's diabetes education team is helping patients better understand their risk, navigate prediabetes, and build healthier habits with support from their care providers. With the right tools and guidance, many cases of Type II diabetes can be prevented or managed before they become more serious.

This month is a great reminder to stay proactive: talk with your provider about annual A1C testing and steps you can take to protect long-term health. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/49tOZ4q

Stay current with the latest health and hospital news from Haywood Regional Medical Center.

11/18/2025

Cape Fear Valley Health is expanding cardiovascular care in Cumberland County with the addition of Fayetteville Heart Center to its growing cardiac network.

Now operating as Cape Fear Valley Fayetteville Heart Center, this established practice brings experienced cardiology providers offering comprehensive care—from coronary artery disease and arrhythmias to heart failure and structural heart conditions. Patients will gain streamlined access to imaging, interventional procedures, rehabilitation and specialty consultations across the system.

This expansion reinforces the critical role hospitals and health systems play in advancing specialized care and strengthening access for every patient. Read more here: https://bit.ly/47LDVhP

November 17, 2025     General News Cape Fear Valley Health has expanded its cardiovascular services with the addition of Fayetteville Heart Center, a well-established cardiology practice located at 2301 Robeson Street, Suite 301, FayettevilleThe practice, now operating as Cape Fear Valley Fayette...

11/18/2025

Onslow Memorial Hospital (OMH) is expanding innovative, patient-centered care in its Emergency Department with the introduction of the Vecta Budii Sensory Cart, which is an evidence-based tool designed to support patients with mental and behavioral health needs.

The sensory cart provides calming, individualized stimulation that helps patients feel safer and more regulated in what can be an overstimulating environment. OMH has also added adaptive furniture, strengthening its trauma-informed approach.

“Incorporating the sensory cart into patient care marks a significant shift in how we approach treatment, particularly for those with mental health needs, neurodiversity, or trauma,” said Monica Risner, Emergency Department Director. “It encourages a trauma-informed, holistic model that leads to better outcomes—patients feel safer and calmer, reducing the need for restraints or sedation. It also fosters safer work environment for our teammates."

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4i8BZUb

Jacksonville, NC. November 17, 2025- Onslow Memorial Hospital (OMH) has introduced the Vecta Budii Sensory Cart in its Emergency Department (ED) to foster a more therapeutic environment for the increasing number of patients with mental health and behavioral health needs. The sensory cart enriches th...

11/17/2025

Maria Parham Health is marking a remarkable milestone: 100 years of caring for the Henderson and Vance County community.

On December 4, the hospital will host an evening celebration featuring the lighting of its first outdoor Christmas tree, 100 luminaries honoring loved ones, performances by local youth, and reflections from community clergy.

“As we mark 100 years of caring for this community, we wanted to create a celebration that reflects the warmth, resilience, and togetherness that define Henderson and Vance County,” said Bert Beard, CEO of Maria Parham Health. “This event is our way of saying thank you to every patient, family, staff member, and neighbor who has been part of our story.”

Read more here: https://bit.ly/3LHT7UC

Stay current with the latest health and hospital news from Maria Parham Health.

11/17/2025

Novant Health is the first healthcare system in the Carolinas to offer histotripsy — a noninvasive, next-generation treatment for cancers involving the liver. Using the Edison Histotripsy System, care teams at the Novant Health Derrick L. Davis Cancer Institute can now target and destroy tumor cells with focused ultrasound waves while preserving surrounding tissue.

“Once it reaches the liver, it often poses one of the greatest threats to both quality and length of life,” said David Sindram, hepatopancreatobiliary surgeon at Novant Health Cancer Institute. “This breakthrough technology has the potential to transform how we safely and effectively care for our patients.”

This FDA-approved advancement represents a major step toward more precise, less invasive cancer care across the Carolinas. Learn more: https://bit.ly/49pSVDq

Novant Health is the first healthcare system in the Carolinas to offer histotripsy, a groundbreaking treatment for cancers involving the liver that does not require surgery.

11/14/2025

This week, ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital marked four decades of advancing health in eastern North Carolina. This is a milestone shaped by continuous growth, expanded services, and a steadfast commitment to patients.

From early investments in women’s and cancer care to the launch of telehealth, stroke response, behavioral health services, and expanded inpatient and surgical capacity, ECU Health Edgecombe has demonstrated what strong, community-focused hospitals can achieve over time.

This anniversary reflects the dedication of teams across the ECU Health system and the vital role hospitals play in strengthening access to high-quality care for North Carolinians. Read more here: https://bit.ly/48bcOgh

Event celebrates legacy of compassionate care, medical innovation

11/14/2025

Atrium Health is helping shape the next generation of North Carolina’s healthcare workforce.

At the inaugural STEM Fest, hosted at The Pearl CLT Innovation District, students from across the Charlotte region explored real-world healthcare and STEM experiences through hands-on demonstrations powered by Atrium Health and its partners. From adaptive fashion design to emergency care simulations and robotics, young learners saw firsthand how innovation fuels future careers.

STEM Fest also showcased STEM Lab, The Pearl’s K–12 education program designed to connect students with emerging roles in science, technology, engineering and math.

By opening doors to new opportunities, and advancing pathways like the early college program supported by Atrium Health and Carolinas College of Health Sciences, the event demonstrated the power of community partnerships to strengthen North Carolina’s talent pipeline and inspire future healthcare leaders.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/47XZsCG

STEM Lab connects students with real-world STEM experiences, opening doors to careers they never imagined.

11/13/2025

UNC Health Rockingham recently celebrated the completion of its Safe Space Courtyard — an innovative outdoor area designed to support the mental and emotional well-being of behavioral health patients.

Made possible through a partnership with the Reidsville Area Foundation, the courtyard provides a secure, healing space that connects patients with nature. Featuring calming design elements and art that inspires hope, it reflects the hospital’s commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

“This courtyard provides our behavioral health patients with dignity, hope, and a vital connection to the outside world,” said Thresa Hardy, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nursing Officer at UNC Health Rockingham.

The project stands as a powerful example of how healthcare and community partnerships can work together to enhance care and healing. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4oDbeth

UNC Health Rockingham proudly announces the completion of its Safe Space Courtyard, a transformative outdoor space designed to support the mental and emotional well-being of long-term behavioral health patients. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held to commemorate the opening of the courtyard, which ma...