Rutherford Regional Health System

Rutherford Regional Health System Rutherford Regional Health System is an acute care hospital located in Rutherfordton, North Carolina.

Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility which offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Rutherford Regional is dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet your healthcare needs, including emergency services, orthopedics, cardiology, outpatient and general surgery, cancer services, and women’s services. Rutherford Regional is a member of Duke LifePoint Healthcare. IF YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, PLEASE CALL 911 OR VISIT THE NEAREST EMERGENCY MEDICAL FACILITY. Please note that information, including personal and health information, posted to this page is generally accessible by others. To protect your privacy, PLEASE DO NOT SHARE OR COMMUNICATE ANY MEDICAL OR OTHER HEALTH INFORMATION ON OR THROUGH THIS PAGE. By posting to this site, you assume any risks associated with the sharing of this information. Rutherford Regional Health System expressly disclaims any obligations under federal or state health privacy laws for information contained in such posts. For more information on Facebook’s privacy practices and terms and conditions, please review the policies and terms applicable to the third-party site. We are not responsible for the privacy and security practices of those other websites, applications, and/or platforms or the information they may collect (which may include IP address). You should contact such third parties directly to determine their respective privacy policies. Links to any other websites or content do not constitute or imply an endorsement or recommendation by us of the linked website, platform, and/or content. For more information on Rutherford Regional Health System’s privacy and security practices related to our services, please visit our website. We use this page to share content about our facility, team, community, health observances, and general health education. Please be respectful, and note that while we do not regularly review or remove content from this page, we reserve the right to review and remove posts or comments that are, among other things, abusive, fraudulent, deceptive, misleading, obscene, violate the law, promote unrelated offerings, link to external sites, or may otherwise risk harm to any person.

“This program is designed to help patients regain stability, build coping skills, and move forward in their recovery jou...
10/10/2025

“This program is designed to help patients regain stability, build coping skills, and move forward in their recovery journey,” said Dr. Joseph, Chief of Psychiatry at Rutherford Regional Health System.

We’re proud to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of our IOP — expanding access to behavioral health services right here in our community.

Read the full story about the celebration on our website at MyRutherfordRegional.com/news

Learn more about the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and how it can help you or a loved one at MyRutherfordRegional.com/behavioral-health

1 in 5 Americans experience mental illness. But mental illness affects everyone directly or indirectly through the peopl...
10/09/2025

1 in 5 Americans experience mental illness. But mental illness affects everyone directly or indirectly through the people in our lives. That's why this Mental Illness Awareness Week, we want you to know you are not alone. If you or a loved one is suffering from depression, anxiety or any other challenge to mental well-being, we are here to help.

On Wednesdays, We Wear PINK! 🎀Every Wednesday in October, our team proudly wears pink to show support for Breast Cancer ...
10/08/2025

On Wednesdays, We Wear PINK! 🎀

Every Wednesday in October, our team proudly wears pink to show support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Join us and take charge of your health today — use the link below to complete our Breast Health Risk Assessment and learn more about your personal risk and the preventative steps you can take at MyRutherfordRegional.com/mammo

If you’re struggling with mental health concerns, it’s time to get the help you need to feel better.    Our behavioral h...
10/08/2025

If you’re struggling with mental health concerns, it’s time to get the help you need to feel better.

Our behavioral health programs are designed to help you grow stronger on the path to better mental health. Our experienced team delivers high-quality, compassionate care that is customized to your specific needs.

10/07/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder to take charge of your health.

Meet Cynthia Bridges, RN — our Cancer Navigator here at Rutherford Regional. She’s here to guide patients and families through every step of the cancer journey, offering support, answers, and compassion so no one ever walks it alone. 💗✨

Learn more about our breast health services or take our Breast Health Risk Assessment at MyRutherfordRegional.com/mammo

Chef has cooked up some hearty favorites you won’t want to miss. Stop by the Break Away Café—located on the ground floor...
10/07/2025

Chef has cooked up some hearty favorites you won’t want to miss. Stop by the Break Away Café—located on the ground floor next to the hospital’s front lobby—and enjoy a delicious meal!

Hours:
Breakfast: 6:30–9:30 AM
Lunch: 11:00–1:30 PM

This week’s featured dishes include:
• Country fried steak with gravy
• Garlic herb salmon
• Tender beef tips
• Slow-cooked beef brisket

Plus, you can always enjoy our fresh salad bar, grill favorites, and grab-and-go options. Whether you're part of our team, visiting, or just nearby—everyone’s welcome!

10/06/2025

Children’s health is about more than just avoiding illness—it’s about helping them thrive. On National Children’s Health Day, let’s commit to small steps that add up to big benefits for our kids’ futures!

We were honored to be a presenting sponsor at this year’s Hilltop Festival! 🎉It was such a joy to meet so many new frien...
10/06/2025

We were honored to be a presenting sponsor at this year’s Hilltop Festival! 🎉

It was such a joy to meet so many new friends and families from our community and to share more about the services we offer.

A big thank-you to the Town of Rutherfordton (MyRutherfordton) for organizing such a wonderful event. Partnerships like this help us live out our mission of Making Communities Healthier® every day. 💙

🎉 Big news at Rutherford Regional!🎉 This week, Dr. Dietrich Kayser performed our first robotic-assisted knee replacement...
10/04/2025

🎉 Big news at Rutherford Regional!🎉

This week, Dr. Dietrich Kayser performed our first robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery using the advanced CORI™ Surgical System.

This technology offers improved precision, faster recovery times, and shorter hospital stays — giving patients a more advanced option for treating chronic knee pain.

“This milestone reflects our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality care close to home and supports our mission of Making Communities Healthier®.”
— Sudandra Ratnasamy, CEO

Learn more about this exciting milestone by visiting MyRutherfordRegional.com/news

10/03/2025

Stay current with the latest health and hospital news from Rutherford Regional Health System.

Our team was honored to take part in the Cancer Survivor Celebration hosted by the Community Health Council of Rutherfor...
10/03/2025

Our team was honored to take part in the Cancer Survivor Celebration hosted by the Community Health Council of Rutherford County. This beautiful event is a reminder of the strength, hope, and stories that unite our community. 💜

We’re especially grateful to our care team, Dr. Wehmueller, Radiologist, Dr. Demeusy, General Surgeon, and our Cancer Navigator, Cynthia Bridges, RN, for sharing their voices and words of encouragement during the celebration.

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Rutherfordton, NC

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