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(Huntsville, AL) – July 24, 2024 – The Special Procedures department is the latest recipient of the DAISY Team Award at Crestwood Medical Center. This award recognizes extraordinary collaboration, dedication and compassion in providing exceptional patient care. “I have never worked with a team that does the hard work that they do,” said Shelley Sizemore, […]

Crestwood Medical Group is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Erin Schmale to our team of providers. Dr. Schmale will practice at Crestwood Medical Group Primary Care – Madison Boulevard. The clinic is located at 8489 Madison Boulevard in Madison, AL. Dr. Schmale is a native of north Alabama, growing up in Harvest. She […]

Crestwood Medical Center is proud to announce the opening of Crestwood Freestanding Emergency Department – Harvest on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Care teams will begin seeing patients at 7:00am. The Crestwood Freestanding Emergency Department (FSED) is located at 1337 Burwell Road in Harvest, near the corner of Highway 53 and Burwell Road. This facility will […]

Crestwood Medical Center encourages community members to prioritize safety during holiday celebrations HUNTSVILLE, AL – As Independence Day approaches, Crestwood Medical Center emphasizes the importance of fireworks safety to prevent injuries and avoid a trip to the emergency department. While fireworks have been an integral part of Fourth of July festivities since 1777, it has […]

In the fast-paced world of healthcare, milestones are not just markers of time but also reflections of dedication, teamwork, and a commitment to patient safety. The care team at Crestwood Medical Center is thrilled to celebrate a significant achievement: 305 consecutive days without a catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI). “CAUTIs are a serious concern in […]

Facility will open to patients mid-June Those in Harvest and the surrounding communities soon will have closer access to medical care in emergency situations with the opening of Crestwood Medical Center’s Freestanding Emergency Department – Harvest. Community leaders and first responders were the first to see inside the newly built facility yesterday during an open […]

Huntsville, Alabama – Crestwood Medical Center physicians, leaders and clinicians are proud to announce that Crestwood Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine has been awarded the prestigious President’s Circle award by Healogics, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. Crestwood Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine has been rewarded with Healogics most prestigious recognition for […]

Huntsville, AL – In May, Crestwood Medical Center wants to help women be the picture of health through Keep Your Selfie Healthy: A Women’s Health Week Challenge email series. Starting May 13, Crestwood will provide seven daily emails about women’s health issues including menopause, heart disease, and the prevalence of autoimmune, pelvic floor, and sleep […]

Last year, our Crestwood Medical Center team played a vital role at more than 296 thousand encounters where we helped people get well and live healthier. Around the clock, every day of the year, regardless of holidays, weather, or other disruptions – we are here for our community. The skills, talents, and energy of our […]

Madison, AL – Crestwood Medical Group is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Sam Michael to our team of providers. Dr. Michael will practice at Crestwood Medical Group – Cardiology. The clinic is located at 12205 County Line Road in Madison, AL. Passionate about patient care, Dr. Michael offers personalized treatment plans to help […]

Crestwood provides necessary care, resources to patients with heart attack symptoms HUNTSVILLE, AL (March 5, 2024) – The American College of Cardiology has recognized Crestwood Medical Center for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. Crestwood was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI in February 2024 based on rigorous […]

HUNTSVILLE, AL – Blood work is a standard part of an annual primary care wellness visit because it gives a global picture of your health. The lab results help your provider check for certain diseases and conditions, see indicators of your heart and organ functioning, and track how medications are working. Christian Stachler, P.A., a […]

Respiratory illnesses continue to rise with coughs being a common overlapping symptom among them all. Decoding the characteristics of a cough, including its duration, sound and accompanying symptoms, can help patients understand what is going on and how to treat it. Most people are typically contagious the first few days after the initial respiratory infection, […]

Crestwood Medical Center announces the addition of Alabama Digestive Disorders Center as part of its network of physician practices. Effective February 1, 2024, Smita Shah, M.D., and Casey Bodkin, CRNP, joined Crestwood Medical Group. The practice has been renamed to Crestwood Medical Group – Gastroenterology – Whitesport Circle and has relocated to the Crestwood campus […]

Crestwood Medical Center recently announced the addition of McMillion Medical Group into its network of primary care practices. Effective January 1, 2024, David McMillion, M.D., and Tiaya Lang, CRNP, joined Crestwood Medical Group. The practice has been renamed to Crestwood Medical Group – Family Medicine – Whitesport Drive. The address (on the Crestwood campus in […]

HUNTSVILLE, AL (January 8, 2024) – It’s a leap year, and that means we all can look forward to an extra day in February – an extra day to enjoy life, be well, and pursue the things that make us happy. And, while an extra day is nice, what if you could add more years […]

Huntsville, AL – Crestwood Medical Center recently announced that April Elam, R.N., has been selected to receive its Nursing Excellence Award. This peer-nominated award, given in recognition of the critical role nurses play in treating our patients, was open to qualifying RNs and LPNs working in a direct patient care position who consistently demonstrate characteristics […]

Check your deductible status and FSA balance to see if there’s money to be saved or used Most consumers pay significant premiums for their health insurance, but not everyone takes full advantage of the benefits of insurance coverage, especially once the annual deductible has been reached. Using your health plan benefits for medical visits, screenings […]