Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems Awarded Ambulatory Health Care and Behavioral Health Care Accreditation from The Joint Commission

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Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems (SVCHS) has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Ambulatory Health Care and Behavioral Health Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.  SVCHS …

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Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems Welcome New Pediatrician

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Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems (SVCHS) welcomes William Wear, MD, FAAP to Tazewell Community Health Center to serve as the Pediatrician. Dr. Wear comes to SVCHS with a vast background of experiences to share with his patients. He attended medical school at the University of South Alabama College Of Medicine in Mobile, AL, where he …

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August is National Immunization Month

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August is National Immunization Month, and Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems (SVCHS) wants to ensure that everyone is up-to-date on all their immunizations. National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. This month highlights the value of getting recommended vaccines …

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SVCHS to Receive $167,000 Grant

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Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems (SVCHS) is the recipient of a $167,000 grant through federal funding of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHA). The funding will go to the expansion of behavioral health services, which encompasses the treatment of mental illness and substance use disorder. Marcy Rosenbaum, SVCHS’ Director of Behavioral Health …

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Third Annual Family Fun Water Gun Run (&Walk) Successful

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Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems (SVCHS) held their third annual Family Fun Water Gun Run (& Walk) on Saturday, August 10, 2019 with 23 participants. The 5K event was held in part of a national campaign during the week of August 4- 10, 2019 to raise awareness about the mission and accomplishments of America’s Health …

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