Whitfield Healthcare Foundation

04/22/2026

Our vision starts with early detection.

By expanding access to screenings and bringing care into our communities and workplaces, our goal is to reduce barriers and help people get answers sooner. Through advanced imaging and personalized guidance, we help provide earlier answers, timely care, and thoughtful support for patients and their families at every step.

Click the link in our bio to learn more about the campaign and how you can make an impact!

https://vitruvianhealth.com/about/whitfield-healthcare-foundation/how-to-make-an-impact/

04/16/2026

We’re excited to share our first patient story of our 2026 Breast Health Campaign featuring: Sabrina Jarvis.

Born and raised in Dalton, Sabrina is a wife, mother of 2 girls, and a nurse at AOSM. With a family history of cancer, she trusted her instincts after finding a lump during a self-exam one Mother’s Day weekend. What she first thought might be a cyst turned into a whirlwind week of mammograms, ultrasounds, and biopsies leading to a diagnosis of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer.

Sabrina underwent 16 rounds of chemotherapy, including Adriamycin, often called the “Red Devil.” Along the way, the support she received made a difference, which included guidance from Stacey Gibson, beauty consultant at Peeples Cancer Institute, who helped Sabrina feel confident again during treatment.

As Sabrina says, “Catching it early is key. I wasn’t going to let it defeat me.” Her story is a reminder why early detection truly makes all the difference.

Learn more about the campaign and how you can make an impact with the link in our bio!

https://vitruvianhealth.com/about/whitfield-healthcare-foundation/how-to-make-an-impact/

04/13/2026

DID YOU KNOW?
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed among women in the U.S. - and in Georgia, about 134 women per 100,000 are diagnosed each year, a rate slightly higher than the national average.

Early detection through regular screenings can save lives!

Through our 2026 Breast Health Campaign, we’re raising awareness, promoting early detection, and encouraging women to take action for their breast health.

Click the link in our bio to learn more about the campaign and how you can make an impact!

https://vitruvianhealth.com/about/whitfield-healthcare-foundation/how-to-make-an-impact/

04/09/2026

Introducing: Advancing Breast Health & Cancer Care at Peeples Cancer Institute

We are excited to share - on March 5, 2026, our Board of Trustees kicked off a year-long, $1.1 million Breast Health Campaign to expand Breast Health services at Peeples Cancer Institute. Coming to our community Summer 2026, this initiative focuses on critical investments in cutting-edge diagnostic imaging, personalized guidance for each patient and their family, and the introduction of Mammography on the Go - a mobile mammography unit that will bring breast cancer screenings directly into our community.

Every day, more than 150 patients check in for mammography screenings at Peeples Cancer Institute, yet 60% of women ages 65-74 and an estimated 10,000 women ages 40-64 in Whitfield and Murray counties are not receiving recommended screening mammograms. This campaign allows us to take our impact beyond our doors, meeting patients where they are, and removing barriers like transportation, scheduling challenges, childcare needs, and lack of awareness.

The opportunity before us strengthens what we’ve built, improves our ability to reach more families, and enhances the quality of care for breast care patients at every stage of their journey. Sincerely grateful, a very generous donor has pledged to match every contribution made to this campaign, doubling your impact and accelerating progress toward earlier detection and better outcomes.

Together, we will create a brighter future. We invite you to join us becoming a part of this unique opportunity!

Click the link in our bio to learn more about the campaign and how you can make an impact!

https://vitruvianhealth.com/about/whitfield-healthcare-foundation/how-to-make-an-impact/

03/30/2026

Happy Doctors’ Day! 💙🩺
Today we proudly honor the physicians of Hamilton Medical Center whose dedication, skill, and compassion shape the health of our patients and our community. Every diagnosis, every moment of care, and every life touched reflects their unwavering commitment to excellence.

Go to VitruvianHealth.com/Foundation to help us say thank you by making a gift in honor of a special doctor in your life and celebrating the difference they make every day!

02/27/2026

Happy Thank a Resident Day!

Our residents play a vital role in our Internal Medicine & Family Medicine clinics at Hamilton Medical Center. Their compassion, professionalism, and patient-centered care strengthen our mission and elevate the experience of every patient they serve.

One of our favorite memories was hosting Residents Friendsgiving, where we gathered to celebrate the people who give so much of themselves to our community.

Thank you to all our residents for your hard work and the heart you bring to healthcare! 💙

02/23/2026

Last Thursday we kicked off our new “Dinner With The Doctors” series - created to share updates and milestones from programs across the hospital, with an evening focused on our Heart & Vascular program.

Thank you to Dr. Ateet Patel and Dr. Anand Kenia for their engaging presentations and an impressive “Show and Tell” featuring Leadless Pacemakers and the Medtronic Affera Sphere 9 - cutting-edge technologies that support more accurate reading of the heart and improved outcomes for patients and their families.

02/13/2026

Heart & Vascular Patient Spotlights: Pam & Randy

Pam Puryear, a native of Chatsworth, is a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, as well as a true heart hero. Since 2018, she has been on a journey to battle Atrial Fibrillation (AFib). After four ablations, numerous doctors, multiple hospitals, and years of navigating a challenging healthcare journey, Pam finally received care from Dr. Anand Kenia. On October 7, 2025, Dr. Kenia performed a fifth ablation, utilizing the innovative Pulsed Field Ablation technology, making the procedure safer and more efficient than ever before. Since October, Pam's heart has been in rhythm, and her quality of life has been steadily improving. As she anticipates the new year, Pam is excited to return to the activities she cherishes most: leading an active lifestyle, traveling, and enjoying precious moments with her family.

Randy Bonifacious first experienced symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) in 2022, which began to significantly impact his daily life. Routine activities, such as climbing a flight of stairs, became increasingly challenging, often leaving him breathless and fatigued. His devoted life partner, Rhonda, quickly sensed that something was not right. After a trip to Hamilton’s emergency department and follow up testing, it was determined AFib was the culprit. In September 2025, Dr. Anand Kenia performed an ablation procedure on Randy to address the AFib that had been affecting his well-being. Since that time, Randy has embraced life with renewed gratitude, returning to the activities he cherishes most: fishing and spending time with family.

Both Pam and Randy reflect that if it had not been for the high-quality healthcare close to home that Hamilton’s Heart and Vascular team was able to provide, their heart healthcare journeys would have looked very different. When asked what it meant to receive care in her hometown, Pam states, “the opportunity for our community to have this service is life changing.” Randy reiterates, “being able to stay home to receive this care meant the world to me.”


“Dr. Kenia and his PA Meagan made me feel comfortable and confident, even after the very first meeting. They spent time with me, asked me a lot of questions, and genuinely wanted to know more about my journey up to that point.” - Pam

“Choosing to stay here and have the ablation done with Dr. Kenia was the best decision we ever made.” – Randy & Rhonda

02/06/2026

February is Heart Disease Awareness Month and today we wear red to show our support for heart health!

Heart disease affects millions, but awareness saves lives. Through education, prevention, and access to Heart + Vascular services at Hamilton Medical Center, we’re helping our community put heart health first.

01/23/2026

The Heart & Vascular team continues to do amazing things for our patients and their families!

Hamilton has achieved the Level I Emergency Cardiac Care Center designation from the Georgia Department of Public Health. This highest-level designation recognizes our ability to provide rapid, advanced, and lifesaving care for patients experiencing heart attacks and other cardiac emergencies, when every second truly matters.

With 24/7 readiness, highly trained emergency and cardiac teams, and proven clinical protocols, we remain committed to delivering the highest standard of heart and vascular care for the communities we serve.

01/08/2026

🎉 Thank you for making the Love Lights campaign a record breaking success!

Together, we raised an incredible $57,739.52 to support patients at Peeples Cancer Institute and Hamilton Home Health and Hospice.

This record-breaking milestone in the campaign’s 44-year history is all thanks to your unwavering compassion and support.

Thank you for lighting up a life this Love Light season! ❤️

12/30/2025

💡Love Lights is shining bright until January 1st! 🎉

Honor or remember someone special and light up 2026 with love. What better way to welcome the new year than by supporting patients and their families during a time of need? Create a lasting impact with Love Lights all year long! ❤️

Find the link to purchase a Love Light: https://vitruvianhealth.com/about/whitfield-healthcare-foundation/ways-to-give/love-lights/