Atrium Health

Patients in the greater Charlotte area will be able to experience state-of-the art care at Atrium Health’s newest facility that is under construction on its campus, Carolinas Medical Center. In July 2023, groundbreaking ceremonies were held, and construction underway. When completed, the new, 1.1-million-square-foot facility will be 12 stories tall. The construction of this facility will take 10,000 pieces of steel, many powerful cranes and machines and the hard work of over 1,000 men and women. We are looking forward to opening the building and expanding the care we provide #ForAll in 2027!

Do you wish the Olympics weren’t ending? Us too. That’s why we are cheering for the proton radiation therapy machine that is as good as gold 🥇 Coming this September, this innovative technology will be able to treat the most sensitive cancers in both adult and pediatric patients in a noninvasive way due to its ability to treat cancer without harming surrounding tissue. It’s powered by the massive cyclotron that weighs 110 tons, is 7 feet wide and 3 stories tall! Stay tuned as we work to defeat cancer.

We are proud to announce that 28 of our nurses were named North Carolina Great 100 nurses for 2024, more than any other organization in the state. Out of hundreds of applications, only 100 nurses are selected each year by their peers for this prestigious once-in-a-lifetime honor, which recognizes nursing excellence in North Carolina. The 28 nurses from Atrium Health are from both the Greater Charlotte and Winston-Salem areas. “These 28 nurses exemplify characteristics of professional nursing’s highest standards, which is what it means what it means to be a nurse at Advocate Health,” said Janice Walker, senior vice president and chief nursing officer of Advocate Health – Southeast Region, which includes Atrium Health. “Atrium Health nurses have a long tradition of innovation, clinical excellence and evidence-informed practice. For these 28 nurses to be recognized by their peers highlights their dedication to the field of nursing and the patients who trust us with their care.”

A significant milestone at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist! Our team recently successfully implanted the first commercial Barostim device. This innovative carotid baroreceptor stimulator is designed to improve heart function and alleviate heart failure symptoms for patients who do not qualify for advanced therapies or those we hope to delay clinical decompensation. The Barostim device works by activating the body’s natural cardiovascular reflexes, which helps to reduce the workload on the heart and enhance overall cardiac function. A special thank you to everyone involved in developing and implementing this workflow. Your dedication and hard work have been instrumental in achieving this success. As we move forward, we aim to increase the number of patients benefiting from this cutting-edge therapy, providing them with renewed hope and an improved quality of life.

Nearly 400 Atrium Health physicians have been recognized as Charlotte Top Docs by Castle Connolly’s annual rankings. This list – featured in Charlotte magazine – honors doctors from more than 60 specialties, including cardiology, neurology, oncology and pediatrics. “We are delighted to see the most ever Atrium Health physicians honored as Charlotte Top Docs this year,” said Dr. Suzanna Fox, senior vice president and chief physician executive of the Southeast region for Atrium Health. “This recognition demonstrates our ongoing commitment to connecting patients with top-tier health care physicians in every community we serve.” Check out the 2024 list: https://bit.ly/3SwA3Jx

Our nurses aren’t just setting the standard for virtual nursing – they’re helping create it. Six nurse leaders from Advocate Health helped write and review certification questions that will validate a nurse’s competency in a virtual setting for the new Certified Acute-Care Virtual Registered Nurse (CAVRN) credential, literally helping set the standard for the future of nursing. The development of a new nursing certification does not happen often and can take months to accomplish. “This group of Advocate Health nurses has been identified as being on the forefront of the development of virtual nursing and their expertise is continuedly relied upon, including to help create the first-ever virtual nursing advanced certification,” said Patricia Mook, senior vice president of nursing operations, education and professional development for Advocate Health. “Virtual nursing is the future of our profession as we know it and we are so excited our teams are helping write the book on it, both figuratively and literally.” Currently, only 65 registered nurses across the country carry the CAVRN certification. Among them are 10 nurses from Advocate Health, including the six nurse leaders who assisted with the exam and were granted the certification for their participation. In Advocate Health’s settings, a virtual nurse cares for about 10 patients and can monitor vital signs, conduct admissions and discharges, and summon a nurse or doctor to the room, if needed. They’re also effective at helping prevent patient slip and falls, with a continuous vantage point, and patients typically appreciate that that nurse is “in the room” with them at all times. New hospitals and redeveloped space at Atrium Health are being equipped with virtual nursing capabilities, because we know the future is now. More: https://bit.ly/3LLD0SL

Atrium Health Carolinas Rehabilitation has been ranked the #7 Rehabilitation Hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report! 🎉 This designation puts Carolinas Rehabilitation among the top 1% of rehabilitation hospitals in the country, as well as being the highest-ranking rehabilitation hospital in the Southeast and the only ranked hospital in the Charlotte region. Its flagship facility, the David L. Conlan Center, opened in early 2023 with transformational support from Margaret and Smoky Bissell. The hospital features 72 private patient rooms, private treatment spaces, an outdoor therapy garden, and 16,000 square feet of inpatient and outpatient therapy space. Read more about this distinction: https://bit.ly/46dkN9V

Experts from Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute, Atrium Health Levine Children's, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and Advocate Health attended this year's South Atlantic Cardiovascular Society conference in South Carolina. This unique conference brings together cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, and cardiovascular care teams from across the southeast. Originally initiated by Dr. Spencer King and Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute founder, Dr. Francis Robicsek, both pioneers in the field, the conference has a rich history that spans 50 years. The SACS conference is unique because of its team approach, incorporating expertise from various fields to provide the best advice and insights. It’s a case-based learning experience that puts patients at the forefront, featuring cutting-edge science and discussions led by top experts in the field. The dynamic of including all members of a cardiovascular team present – not just cardiologists and surgeons – creates an unparalleled learning environment. We are proud to advance cardiovascular care through collaboration and innovation! #SACSConference #CardiovascularCare

More than a dozen Advocate Health hospitals have received Energy to Care Sustainability Champion awards from the American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) for their commitment to energy, water and emissions reduction efforts. This prestigious award was given to just 21 health care facilities nationwide. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4fkCHMq

🌟Better Together: Unified Strength for Unmatched Care🌟 As one company with two trusted brands, AirCare and MedCenter Air, we proudly provide helicopter air medical services to the Carolinas and Virginia. Our combined strength ensures unparalleled coverage, with strategically located base facilities throughout the region. 🚁 One Mission. One Team. One Goal. 🚁 We are dedicated to delivering advanced, life-saving care quickly and precisely. Our unified team works tirelessly to ensure excellent care for every patient, every time. Together, we are stronger. Together, we provide excellent care. #medcenterair Atrium Health