Flu Shots 2011-2012 Season
Flu shots are now available for PMG patients at the primary care locations:
St Bethlehem Govenor’s Square Richview
2147 Wilma Rudolph Blvd 2831 Wilma Rudolph Blvd 2199 Memorial Dr.
M-F 9-11:30 2-4:30 M-F 9-11:30 2-4:30 M-F 8-11:30 2-4:30
We offer injectable and nasal mist flu vaccine for people ages 6 months and up.
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends everyone over age 6 months should get a flu vaccine every year.
Those who should not get a flu vaccine include:
• People with a severe allergy to chicken eggs
• People who have had a severe reaction to an influenza vaccine.
• People who have developed Guillian-Barre syndrome within 6 weeks of getting a flu vaccine.
• People who have a moderate to severe illness with a fever.
There are several newer products on the market that we are not offering this year: Intradermal for ages 18-64 and “High Dose” for those over age 65.
We recommend that children with TennCare receive their flu vaccines at their primary care location due to the inventory reporting regulations we must follow.
For further influenza information please visit the Center for Disease Control website: www.CDC.gov/flu
Premier Medical Group’s Pediatrics Department is expanding! We are very pleased to introduce Dr. Eliza Whitten-Hoskins to our Clarksville area community! Dr. Whitten-Hoskins received her medical degree from the James H. Quillen College of Medicine and completed her residency at the University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine in Chattanooga. Dr. Whitten-Hoskins is accepting new patients and offers the high quality pediatric health care services that our community has grown to expect from Premier Medical Group. To schedule an appointment call 931.245.7000.
OB/GYN Center Adding a Physician - Premier Medical Group is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Courtney Cabell to our OBGYN Center. Dr. Cabell received her medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville and completed her residency at the Drexel University College of Medicine in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Cabell is also board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a Fellow with the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Cabell is accepting both new gynecological and obstetrical patients. To schedule a visit with Dr. Cabell, call 931-245-7000.
New Pediatric Service Offered - We know people are on the move more than ever. That’s why Premier Medical Group’s Pediatric Department now offers walk-in clinic services at our Governor’s Square office. Our Pediatric Walk-In Clinic will provide you high quality on-the-spot care by a team of physician supervised, board certified nurse practioners. All services are offered as walk in -- without appointments including evenings, weekends and holidays! Our Pediatric Walk-in team will be able to provide treatment of minor injuries and many other acute health concerns. Visit us when you need us! Premier Medical Group Pediatrics Department wants to keep your family moving at your pace, on your family’s schedule. For more information call 931-245-7000.
Phone Lines Answered 1 Hour Earlier - Effective January 3rd staff will be available to answer calls and make appointments beginning at 7:00 a.m. Just one more way Premier is there to take care of you when you need us.
Patient Outreach - Do you always remember when it’s time for you to attend a scheduled appointment, schedule a preventative care or follow-up appointment, or schedule a recheck visit for managing your chronic conditions? Premier Medical Group has an automated outreach program that will automatically leave you a friendly phone reminder. Our goal is to ensure that you receive the care you need, when you need it. If you do not wish to receive these automatic reminders, just let us know by calling us at 931 245-7000 and ask for Judy.
Premier Medical Group Presents Pass and Go Sponsorship Check
Dr. Bradley Vander Veen presents the sponsorship check to Education Foundation board member Bill Rupp. Also attending the presentation were Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools Director Mike Harris (far left), Education Foundation board member Leo Millan (second from left), Dr. Daniel Miller (far right) and Dr. Giri Korivi (second from right). Premier Medical Group's sponsorship of the Pass and Go event that rewards successful Advanced Placement students in the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System was presented recently.Premier Medical's $12,000 sponsorship underwrites the purchase of 14 laptops, jump drives for each of the qualifying students and gift cards for random drawings. "This event is one of our school system's annual highlights, and Premier Medical's participation and enthusiasm for rewarding student achievement is above and beyond the call. We are deeply grateful," said Schools Director Mike Harris.
Premier Medical Group receives Sarah Ditmore Cooper Outstanding Partner Award - Premier was presented the top award for its years of support to the school system, including sponsorship of the Academic Awards Banquet and support of the CMC Education Foundation; individual partnership contributions to Rossview and Clarksville High Schools; contributing laptop computers and flash drives given to students as part of the sponsorship of Joe Heitz Pass and Go effort for Advanced Placement students. Premier has also sponsored a community-wide coat collection drive to keep kids warm, been seen on the sidelines at local high school football games and most importantly caring for the health and well being of the children and families of this community. Premier Medical Group is pleased to receive this recognition and looks forward to many more years of partnering with the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System.
Dr. Tim Roads speaks about Pass N Go Program
Research Studies - Medical research is something that allows medicine to continuously improve. Premier Medical Group physicians in conjunction with Alpha Clinical Research, participate in various medical research projects that will benefit patients in the years to come. Patients with diabetes, high blood pressure, flu symptoms, irritable bowel syndrome, RSV and Gout are some of the medical conditions that may qualify to participate in a research program. There are no costs to the patients for exams or medications given, and in some cases, there is a cash allowance offered to the patients. If you think you may be interested in participating in a study, either ask your physician at your next visit, or call Alpha Clinical Research at 931 920-2525.
PMG Named Better Performing Group - For the eigth year in a row, Premier Medical Group has been recognized by the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) as a Better Performing Practice in the Performance and Practices of Successful Medical Groups. MGMA obtained financial and operations data through a survey of its members conducted in 2010. Information related to the 2009 fiscal year was used to identify the Better Performing Practices. Overall, MGMA selected over 300 medical groups as better performers. Specific areas of recognition included Productivity, Capacity and Staffing.
