Stories of Remarkable Care

When Scott Howell brought his wife, Barbara, for shortness of breath, he didn’t know he was getting ready to make a friend for life.

When Scott Howell brought his wife, Barbara, to the Novant Health Rowan Medical Centeremergency room in October 2017 for shortness of breath related to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), he didn’t know he was getting ready to make a friend for life. But critical care nurse Morgan Earnhardt was about to enter Scott and Barbara’s lives in a profound way, one that made them feel like she was … Continue reading ‘Beyond the call of duty’ »

This month, customers at Panera Bread restaurants in Clemmons, Kernersville as well as two locations in Winston-Salem now have the ability to round up their purchases to the nearest dollar in support of the Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center Foundation’s efforts to improve community access to 3-D mammograms.

Submitted by Peninsula neighbor, David Goodman “The calling to pay forward the good fortune I received when my life was saved was an epiphany to lead by example. It became abundantly clear to me that my characterization of giving back is blending intellectual, emotional, spiritual components and frequently financial support.” During a black-tie gala in 2014, David Goodman began to feel serious discomfort in his … Continue reading The Barometer of Medical Care »

Submitted by Peninsula neighbor, David Goodman “The calling to pay forward the good fortune I received when my life was saved was an epiphany to lead by example. It became abundantly clear to me that my characterization of giving back is blending intellectual, emotional, spiritual components and frequently financial support.” During a black-tie gala in 2014, David Goodman began to feel serious discomfort in his … Continue reading The Barometer of Medical Care »

In September and October, all Novant Health team members were invited to participate in our corporate-wide team member giving campaign, Giving. Serving. Together. Because of their generosity, we collectively pledged $1,443,683.16 to local nonprofit community partners and Novant Health regional foundations. By donating 28 percent more than we did last year, this year marks our most successful Giving. Serving. Together. campaign ever. Our team member’s contributions … Continue reading Together we pledged to give more than $1.4 million through Giving. Serving. Together. »

Novant Health and Michael Jordan announced a $7 million gift to open two Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Clinics in Charlotte. These comprehensive medical clinics will serve some of the most at-risk and underserved communities in Charlotte and are expected to open in late 2020. The Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Clinics will provide vital access to primary and preventive care to individuals in the … Continue reading Novant Health receives $7 million gift from Michael Jordan »

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 »