Stories of Remarkable Care
At Novant Health Foundation, we're on a mission to engage and connect philanthropic partners to Novant Health programs and initiatives that save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve. Read our stories below to learn more about how remarkable care is transforming Novant Health communities, and please don't hesitate to reach out and share your story.
Cervical Cancer Patient Faced 4 Big Hurdles. She Cleared Them All.
Single mom survived cancer, cared for her mother and son, then enrolled in college.
From Hardship to Nurse with Novant Health’s Upward Mobility Program
When Brittney Weems moved from Alabama to Winston-Salem at the age of 23, she was completely on her own, unsure of just about everything and excited to be changing the direction of her life.
Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center Hosts its First Guardian Angel Pinning
Donald Jackson, a patient at the Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center Rehabilitation Center, recently showed his appreciation his nurse and physical therapist by honoring them with a Guardian Angel pinning ceremony.
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Novant Health Unveils Leadership Structure to Scale Resources, Evolves Operating Model Across Regions
New structure will support nonprofit health system’s goal to bring high-quality care to communities across the Southeastern U.S.
Wilmington’s Second Michael Jordan Clinic Expands Novant Health’s Care and Reach
Wilmington’s second Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic is now offering more families nearby access to primary care, which includes health screenings, physicals, vaccines and wellness exams.
Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital begins construction on Tony Stewart Intermediate Care Unit
To enhance crucial care provided to some of the most vulnerable pediatric patients, Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital will begin construction on the Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital Tony Stewart Intermediate Care Unit.
Novant Health Completes Purchase of UCI Medical Affiliates Inc., Becomes Largest Urgent Care Provider in South Carolina and Adds 20 Physical Therapy Clinics
As part of its commitment to building a healthier future, Novant Health has closed on the purchase of UCI Medical Affiliates, Inc. (UCI) from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, extending Novant Health’s remarkable care to more communities across South Carolina.
Novant Health Celebrates Long-term Investment in South Carolina, Welcomes 3 New Hospitals
Acquisition of hospitals in Charleston, Hardeeville and Hilton Head extends Novant Health’s presence into South Carolina.
Wilmington’s First Community Care Cruiser Takes to the Streets
“Keep your eyes peeled for the big, purple bus – it’s like a big, purple hug.”
She’ll Be Supporting Moms at New Kernersville Maternity Program
Night after night, 12-year-old Jessica Thornton watched the nurses in action. She spent a lot of time at her friend’s side as he recovered from surgery after surgery to address genetic complications.
Novant Health Recognized for Food Insecurity Campaign, Novant Health Nourishes
Novant Health received The Cigna Group’s Health Equity Action Gold Award, the highest honor, for work addressing food insecurity in the greater Winston-Salem area through Novant Health Nourishes, a campaign designed to address food insecurity in partnership with the Novant Health Foundation.
Cancer survivor pays-it-forward with gift of virtual reality headsets
At the Novant Health Wallace Cancer Institute in Salisbury, patients using virtual reality headsets have a new way to help them through infusion treatments and diagnostic imaging.
Novant Health and New Hanover Regional Medical Center Celebrate Beginning of Partnership
Novant Health and New Hanover Regional Medical Center (NHRMC) are celebrating the beginning of their partnership.
Expanding Breast Health for All
The $15 million investment project, Novant Health Agnes Binder Weisiger Breast Health Center, will expand the current breast health center to 13,500 square-feet and function as a brand-new, stand-alone and comprehensive breast health center.
Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Foundation receives $8,000 grant from the Hemophilia Alliance Foundation
Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Foundation has been awarded an $8,000 grant from the Hemophilia Alliance Foundation.
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The Novant Health network consists of more than 2,400 physicians and over 37,000 employees that provide care at more than 800 locations, including 18 medical centers and hundreds of outpatient facilities and physician clinics. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Novant Health is committed to making health care remarkable for patients and communities, serving more than 5 million patients annually.
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