Perry County Medical Center, Inc.
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Hannah Dixon

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Kristy King

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Stephanie Southall

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Denise Stokes

Three Rivers Community Health - Hickman
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Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Jeffrey Smith

Dr. Smith is the Chief Medical Officer and a Physician at Three Rivers Community Health-Hickman in Lyles, TN. He received his Medical Degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN in 1990.

Dr. Smith completed his residency training at East Tennessee State University at the Kingsport Family Practice Residency Program in Kingsport TN where he served as Chief Resident. Prior to joining the staff at Perry County Medical Center in 2010, he served on the medical staff at CaroMont Family Medicine in Kings Mountain, North Carolina.

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Sherry Tidwell

Three Rivers Community Health - Dental
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Dental Director/Dentist

Dr. Frank Cartwright

Dr. Cartwright was raised in Madison, TN, and earned his BS degree at University of Tennessee - Martin.  He continued his education at University of Tennessee - Memphis, College of Dentistry where he earned his DDS degree. 

He was in private practice for 27 years, then spent three years with Indian Health Service before coming to work at Three Rivers Community Health in March 2018, where he has remained for five years now.  He wanted to provide dental care for the community and has been a perfect addition to the staff where patients without insurance can get treatment on a sliding scale for basic dental services including oral exam, x-ray, cleanings, fillings sealants, simple extractions, and limited root canal.

Team-Oriented Medical Staff

When it comes to healthcare, having a team-oriented medical staff is essential for patient safety and wellbeing. From nurses to doctors and support staff, quality care most often comes from these highly-trained professionals working together as one unit. Here are a few ways to promote an effective, collaborative team in the medical industry.

Establish Clear Communication

Clear communication between team members is paramount. All roles should be understood and expectations clearly outlined so that everyone knows what their part is in providing care. In addition, every member of the medical staff should feel comfortable voicing their opinions or asking questions when they need clarification on something. This will help ensure all staff are on the same page when it comes to providing the best services for patients.

Support One Another

Teamwork is not just about completing tasks – it’s also about camaraderie and supporting one another in whatever capacity needed. Whether this means sharing knowledge or offering assistance with challenging tasks, everyone on the team should be there for each other as much as possible so that everyone feels supported during work hours and even beyond them. Having a positive environment where everyone feels appreciated can have lasting effects on overall morale and productivity within the staff.

Keep Learning

The medical field is always evolving and advancing, which means that those involved must keep up with new technologies, treatments, tools and more in order to provide quality care for patients. Attending seminars or investing time into reading materials related to various topics relevant to your job can help you stay ahead of new developments and make sure you are prepared to provide top-notch treatment — whether alone or with your team members.

The medical industry requires dedication and hard work, but having a committed team at your side can make all the difference when it comes to delivering quality service to those who need it most. Promoting strong teamwork amongst medical staff is important not only for successful outcomes but also for creating an enjoyable workplace atmosphere that encourages collaboration between colleagues.