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Crestwood’s Harvest Freestanding Emergency Department Turns One Harvest, AL – July 14, 2025 – It’s already been a year since Crestwood Medical Center opened the doors to the Crestwood Medical Center Freestanding Emergency Department (FED) in Harvest, Alabama. Built to meet the needs of a fast-growing community, the Harvest FED has become a vital healthcare […]

Huntsville, AL (July 2, 2025) – The summer heat is on, and many experts predict that 2025 could surpass 2024 as the hottest year on record in the United States. According to a Crestwood Medical Center emergency department physician, Jeremy Johnson, warmer temperatures often bring more patients to the ER with symptoms of heat-related illnesses. […]

With renewed support from the ALS Association and Crestwood Medical Center, HudsonAlpha researchers move closer to earlier ALS diagnosis and better patient outcomes through a biomarker discovery An ongoing research collaboration between scientists at HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology and Crestwood Medical Center’s ALS Clinic Certified Treatment Center of Excellence continues to make major strides in the fight against amyotrophic […]

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Crestwood Medical Center is proud to welcome a new class of internal medicine and family medicine residents to its graduate medical education (GME) programs. With the arrival of the 2025 cohort, the total number of resident physicians training at Crestwood rises to 60, marking a significant milestone in the hospital’s commitment to […]

Huntsville, AL — Crestwood Medical Center invites the public to a hands-on experience with a modern surgical innovation. On Friday, June 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., community members are invited to “test drive” the hospital’s new robotic surgical system. Attendees will have the opportunity to sit at the robotic console and see what […]

When Lisa Young and her husband, Ken, moved to Huntsville, they were met with the exciting — and slightly overwhelming — news that they were expecting a baby. As a mom of two already, Lisa was no stranger to childbirth. But being in a new city without her previous care team left her feeling anxious. […]

Huntsville, AL — James Irwin has been a dedicated member of the environmental services team at Crestwood Medical Center for six years, known for his dependability, positive attitude and infectious smile. Outside the hospital walls, James has another passion — bowling. At this year’s Special Olympics tournament, held in May at Troy University, that passion […]

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, June 2, 2025 – The hot, sunny days of summer are a great time to jump into the water and swim your way to better health. Dr. Hoa Nguyen, a family medicine physician with Crestwood Medical Group-Family Medicine, says swimming is easy on your joints and one of the best ways to get […]

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, May 22, 2025 – Crestwood Medical Center and its medical staff encourage residents to know the symptoms and take proactive steps to protect themselves and their families against the highly contagious measles. Who is at Risk Measles is an extremely contagious respiratory virus that spreads easily through coughing, sneezing, or coming into contact […]

At Crestwood Medical Center, we celebrate the passion, perseverance, and purpose that our nurses bring to work every day. For Nurses Week, we’re honored to highlight Mark—a nurse who proves that it’s never too late to change your life and make a difference in someone else’s. For more than two decades, Mark worked in manufacturing […]

Huntsville, AL — Crestwood Medical Center is proud to announce the addition of a new surgical robot, equipped with the latest technology advancements. The new surgical system is designed to enhance precision, control and visualization which often allows surgeons to perform complex procedures through smaller incisions, potentially leading to shorter hospital stays, faster recovery times, […]

Huntsville, AL – Crestwood Medical Center is happy to report 5,864 jars of nut butter were collected during its annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive, benefitting the Food Bank of North Alabama. Employees, physicians and community members supported the effort to fight hunger in the local area. “I’m proud of the work that our […]

In honor of National Doctors’ Day, Crestwood Medical Center made charitable contributions to two local non-profit organizations in honor of the physicians on its medical staff. The hospital medical staff voted for and selected National Children’s Advocacy Center and Huntsville Pregnancy Research Center to receive donations. “We are very excited about this approach to honoring […]

MADISON, Ala. – Crestwood Medical Center announced plans to expand access to emergency care with the construction of a new freestanding emergency department (FED) in Madison. The proposed 12,000 square-foot facility will serve patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing emergency medical services to residents of Madison and surrounding communities. Recent project […]

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama – Crestwood Medical Center provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with nearly 394,000 patient encounters across its network of physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. In addition to delivering safe, quality, compassionate healthcare, the health system is helping those in need, supporting charitable organizations and contributing to the […]

Huntsville, AL – Crestwood Medical Center is participating in its third annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive benefitting the Food Bank of North Alabama. The community is invited to participate in this effort to fight hunger in the local area. Peanut butter is a sought after item for food banks because of its high […]

Small, consistent changes create healthier habits to last a lifetime HUNTSVILLE, Alabama – The new year often reignites an interest in health and wellness – in a 2024 poll, 79% of respondents said their New Years’ resolutions involved health. While sweeping resolutions are notoriously hard to keep, there are small, simple steps that you can […]

Crestwood Medical Center has expanded its Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with the addition of 10 beds in a new unit, further enhancing the hospital’s ability to provide critical care services to the Huntsville community. Designed for Patient Care & Comfort The new unit is thoughtfully designed to ensure the best possible care and experience for […]