AdventHealth Redmond

01/16/2026

Words that encourage. Faith that guides. 💙

Each week, Chaplain Mack Vendome and one of our team members share a favorite Bible verse and the message it holds for them, offering hope and inspiration for the journey we’re on together.

This week, we're featuring Gladys, a devoted member of our food and nutrition team, as she shares what Psalms 91 means to her!

01/16/2026

✨Coming Soon!✨

AdventHealth Medical Group is excited to welcome you to AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care & Urgent Care at Summerville, opening February 16!

Located at 9777 Rome Boulevard, this new clinic will offer:
💙 Whole-person primary care
💙 Urgent care with walk-in & same-day appointments
💙 Occupational health & workers’ compensation services
💙 School health services

Care will be provided by Christie Tankersley, ACNP-BC, and Anna Nicole Herring, FNP-C—bringing compassionate, convenient care closer to home.

We’re proud to expand access to high-quality care so our neighbors can live healthier and feel whole.

01/14/2026

Flu and other respiratory illnesses are on the rise in our community, and you might be asking: "When is it safe to send my child to school?"

Dr. Bethany Jackson, pediatrician at AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatrics at Shorter Avenue, shares expert guidance to help you make the best decision for your child’s health and the health of others. Watch now to learn what symptoms mean ‘stay home’ and when it’s okay to return to class!

01/13/2026

Some of our AdventHealth Redmond Residents team hosted a special Lunch & Learn on Diabetes and Nutrition today at the Rome YMCA!

Dr. Johnson, Dr. Husain, and Dr. Beague shared valuable insights on:
💙 The different types of diabetes
💚 How nutrition plays a key role in managing diabetes
💙 Blood glucose monitoring options
💚 Lifestyle changes that can make a real difference

Thank you to everyone who joined us! Stay tuned for more dates in this new series of Lunch & Learn sessions.

01/09/2026

Yesterday, we gathered to celebrate the incredible career and retirement of Martine Osselaer, assistant chief nursing officer at AdventHealth Redmond.

Martine’s story is one of courage, perseverance and unwavering dedication to patient care. Originally from Belgium, she began her nursing career in a 3,000-bed university hospital before moving to the U.S. in 1986 with a dream to continue caring for patients. Despite language barriers, her determination never wavered, and her timing was perfect. Martine joined Redmond just as the hospital was launching its open-heart program, using her cardiac ICU expertise to help build this life-saving service from the ground up.

Over the years, Martine served as ICU manager, quality director, and ultimately assistant chief nursing officer. Through every transition, including the hospital’s move from HCA to AdventHealth, she remained a trusted leader and mentor. Her leadership philosophy is rooted in honesty, fairness and empowerment, and has shaped countless nursing careers. Many of today’s leaders credit Martine for inspiring their growth.

Her passion for patient safety and advocacy has left a lasting legacy. Martine reminded us that behind every chart and monitor is a human being who deserves compassion and time.

As she steps into retirement, Martine looks forward to family celebrations, travel, painting and new adventures. Her advice to nurses: “Always do the right thing for the patient. Believe in yourself. Nursing is hard, but it’s the most rewarding job you can do.”

Thank you, Martine, for your decades of service, leadership and heart.

01/09/2026

✨ Coming Soon: Mount Berry Trail Park! ✨

We’re excited to bring a new space designed for fun, family and fresh air to our Rome community. Located at the head of the Mount Berry Trail, this will be a place where laughter echoes, friendships grow, and families create lasting memories.

We hope this addition to the AdventHealth Redmond ECO Greenway becomes your newest destination for wellness and connection, making you and your family feel more whole.

Stay tuned for updates!

01/08/2026

Whether it's spending more time with family, reaching health milestones, or getting into nursing school, we all have new goals and aspirations for 2026.

Check out some of the 2026 intentions of our AdventHealth Georgia team!

01/07/2026

Looking for healthy recipes to help you reach your goals in 2026?

Explore a variety of delicious options at AdventHealth.com/recipes! You can even filter by dietary needs, like diabetes-friendly, low-sodium, or low-calorie, to find the perfect fit for your lifestyle.

Serve with fragrant jasmine rice or in a pita for a quick vacation to Morocco.

01/07/2026

Sophia Kirchhoff, DO, is board-certified in family and osteopathic medicine at AdventHealth Medical Group Family and Internal Medicine at Cedartown. Serving patients from across Polk County and beyond, Dr. Kirchhoff is committed to offering both traditional and holistic options to achieve the best possible outcomes and honor your body, mind and spirit. Dr. Sophia Kirchhoff is now accepting new patients from childhood through the golden years.

To make an appointment, please call 770-749-1005 or visit this link to learn more about Dr. Kirchhoff: https://bit.ly/4srLouP

01/07/2026

Today we honor Neal Jochimsen, who retired on December 31 after an incredible 34-year career at AdventHealth Redmond.

From his start as a laser technician in 1991 to his 27 years as director of the Surgery Center of Rome, Neal’s leadership shaped a center known across Northwest Georgia for excellence and compassion. Under his guidance, the team earned numerous accolades, including Newsweek’s “America’s Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers” recognition for four consecutive years.

Neal led with humility, always putting people first, whether sprinting after a nervous patient, picking up staff during storms, or mentoring team members to grow. His legacy is one of kindness, integrity and whole-person care.

As Neal begins his next chapter of volunteering, golfing and traveling, we celebrate his remarkable impact and wish him all the best in retirement. Thank you, Neal, for setting an example that will inspire us for years to come!

01/01/2026

Hello to 2026! Here’s to a fresh start, renewed intentions, and the courage to stay committed to the goals that matter most. We're wishing our community a year of good health, growth, and endless possibility as we work together to feel more whole.