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Murfreesboro, TN - Dr. Hady Lichaa, MD, an interventional cardiology specialist, has been honored with the Heart for Healing award. With over 19 years of experience in the medical field, Dr. Lichaa’s expertise in cardiology has significantly impacted the lives of his patients.
A heartfelt nomination from a grateful patient, whose life Dr. Lichaa transformed, led to this recognition. The patient’s tribute highlighted Dr. Lichaa’s compassionate care, which guided them throu .
(MURFREESBORO) Congratulations to Patty Marschel who takes over the reins as the chair of the board of directors for Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital. She is reportedly the first woman to hold this position.
In fact, Marschel has served on the hospital's board for 17-years before this elevation to chair.
MTSU President and CEO Gordon Ferguson commented, "I am honored to have Patty assume the chair position of our board. Her commitment to the organization, engagement in the .
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Hospital training cardiologists ahead of predicted physician shortage
A local hospital is taking steps to educate new doctors to specialize in cardiology following reports of physician shortages in the coming decades.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) â A local hospital is taking steps to educate new doctors to specialize in cardiology following reports of physician shortages in the coming decades.
St. Thomas Heart is expected to start training the next generation of heart doctors in partnership with University of Tennessee. They re inviting doctors to participate in a three year program starting next summer.
The news comes as studies show serious physician shortages could happen in the next two or three decades.