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Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation’s new board members

Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation is pleased to announce four area residents beginning their service on the foundation board, which provides stewardship and oversight of its operations and activities. The new members are Dr. Leighanne Dorton, Joyce Goodwin, Starling Johnson and Cory Menees. The four are replacing Dr. Joel Goodwin, Nancy Linn and Trudy Thompson who completed their appointments, as well as Harold Earnhardt … Continue reading Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation’s new board members »

Rowan-Salisbury high schools come together for the community

SALISBURY, N.C. Nov. 15, 2017 ― Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation partnered with Rowan-Salisbury area high schools to host the second annual King of the Court, a junior and senior all-male volleyball fundraiser. Together, the six area high schools raised over $5,500. All proceeds will be donated to the hospital foundation in support of its breast health fund which covers the cost of mammograms, … Continue reading Rowan-Salisbury high schools come together for the community »

Inaugural Harvesting Hope raises more than $20,000

Our Inaugural Harvesting Hope on November 4th at Patterson Farm raised more than $20,000. This event was held in honor and memory of Ralph W. Ketner and was hosted by his children, Robert and Linda. All proceeds benefit Novant Health Rowan Hospice & Palliative Care. Guests enjoyed a day of family fun on the farm with featured entertainer Darrell Harwood, sponsored by Powles Staton Funeral Home and Carolina Cremation.   Thank you to … Continue reading Inaugural Harvesting Hope raises more than $20,000 »

3rd annual Bras for a Cause for Rowan Medical Center

Rowan Medical Center – October 2017 The Rowan Medical Center Foundation hosted its 3rd annual Bras for a Cause in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month.  Departments within the hospital had the opportunity to submit one creative, catchy, original bra to be judged by fellow team members. Decorated bras were completed and turned into the foundation by October 20.  During the week of October 30th, bras were displayed in the … Continue reading 3rd annual Bras for a Cause for Rowan Medical Center »

Paint the Town Pink this October in Rowan County

For the third year, Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation is teaming up with local city and county offices, businesses, and community members in Rowan County to Paint the Town Pink with pink ribbons during the month of October for breast cancer awareness. The community is invited to support the initiative by purchasing a pink ribbon for $1.00 in honor of a loved one. Paint … Continue reading Paint the Town Pink this October in Rowan County »

1st Annual Harvesting Hope

The 1st Annual Harvesting Hope at Patterson Farm in honor and memory of Ralph W. Ketner by his children, Robert and Linda. All proceeds benefit the Rowan Hospice & Palliative Care Fund at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation. Enjoy a day of family fun on the farm with featured entertainer Darrell Harwood. Sponsors:  Powles Staton Funeral Home and Carolina Cremation Date: Saturday, November 4, … Continue reading 1st Annual Harvesting Hope »

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Mobile Mammography Coach

August 22, 2017―  Rowan Medical Center celebrated the new 3D Mobile Mammography Coach during a private ribbon cutting ceremony. Novant Health Rowan Medical Center is the first facility at Novant Health to have a mobile coach outfitted with 3-D mammography. The event took place at the Novant Health Breast Center. 382 donors contributed to help us purchase the first Mobile Mammography Coach utilizing 3D tomosynthesis.   … Continue reading Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Mobile Mammography Coach »

Hospital Patrons’ Ball raises over $200,000

SALISBURY, N.C. Sept. 15, 2017 ― The Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation hosted its 27th annual Patrons’ Ball on Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Peeler Crystal Lounge at Catawba College. Over 200 individuals attended this year’s masquerade themed event complete with cocktails, dinner, music and dancing.   Proceeds raised will go to support a proposed cancer center.   “We are grateful to the patrons … Continue reading Hospital Patrons’ Ball raises over $200,000 »