Mission Health recently announced that Jackie Medland, PhD, RN, plans to step down as chief executive officer and chief nursing officer of Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. Mission Health also announced that Timothy Layman, DNP, RN, will be […]
The 60-plus-year healthcare legacy that started humbly in Highlands and expanded to the Cashiers community is a rare gem that community members and providers alike cherish. We’re uniquely fortunate that the high caliber of care […]
As we enter summer here in Highlands, Cashiers and the surrounding communities, our area’s population typically skyrockets, as does the need for Highlands-Cashiers Hospital’s services. I’d like to welcome those who return year after year […]
Spring is on its way to the Plateau and with it, Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, the Eckerd Living Center, and our affiliated practices are entering an exciting new era of growth with Mission Health’s becoming part of […]
Highlands-Cashiers Hospital has been recognized by Business North Carolina in its 2019 list of Top Patient Picks. This recognition is determined using patient-satisfaction data from the standardized, nationally administered Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers […]
At Highlands-Cashiers Hospital (HCH), we are engaged in a constant quest for quality. In fact, our clinical care team plays a critical role in guiding us to solutions for overall improvement in the patient care […]
This month I want to focus on the importance of emergency preparedness, both for you as individual community members and for us at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. It’s imperative to be ready for any unexpected emergency, whether […]
November may be one of the most beautiful times on our Plateau – leaves turn fiery colors, the sky is a dramatic blue, and the air is crisp. It’s easy to forget that we don’t […]
Celebrate 30+-year legacy of Dr. Patti Wheeler, moderator of October’s Evening With the Docs Last month we were pleased to share the announcement of the much-anticipated agreement between Mission Health and HCA Healthcare, which is […]
What We’re Doing Now and Plans for the Future As the summer winds down, we prepare for a stunning natural art exhibit on the Plateau, where leaves change color and move with the wind. Highlands-Cashiers […]
Crayola markers, glue sticks, and perhaps a new backpack or lunchbox are all essential elements for our kids as they prepare to go back to school. One thing you won’t find on any teacher’s supply […]