The Brain and Spine Institute is made up of experts in the field of neuroscience in order to bring patients the best healthcare in East Tennessee for a full range of neurological diseases and disorders.
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We provide a comprehensive continuum of cancer services, including prevention, outreach, diagnostic, treatment and support services delivered by our highly skilled staff with compassion and care.
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The Center for Women & Children's Health is a hub for supporting women's and children's individual healthcare needs. The center provides support, research and unmatched patient-centered care.
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Emergency and Trauma Services is the only Level I Trauma Center in the area and serves as the tertiary referral center for medical care in East Tennessee, serving Knox County and 21 surrounding counties.
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The Heart Lung Vascular Institute brings together expertise in clinical care, teaching and research. Patients receive exceptional healthcare combined with patient-centered care.
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Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Do you receive regular well-woman exams?
Lower Your Risk, Get Examined.
Every woman is at risk for Cervical Cancer. However, cervical cancer is the most preventable gynecologic cancer with regular health exams and follow-ups. There are two tests for women that help prevent cervical cancer or find it early--the pap test and HPV test. The human papillomavirus (HPV), is the most common virus for women and is the number one cause of cervical cancer. Call your physician today to set up an appointment.
CDC - Cervical Cancer
Cervical Cancer
University Gynecologic Oncology
When to Get Screened.
The Center for Disease Control recommend young women to have a complete physical exam that includes a pelvic exam with a pap smear, by age 21 unless they are sexually active. For sexually active women, this exam is recommended approximately three years after the first sexual encounter no matter what age that occurred. Women, younger than 21 who are not sexually active, but are having gynecological problems, should visit their physician if symptoms are severe or do not improve. women to start getting regular well-woman exams at age 21, or within three years of sexual activity.
Online Tools: Make an Appointment Pay your Bill For appointments by phone, call 865.305.6970
