FAYETTEVILLE – Renee Akins, RN, BSN, MBA, has been appointed Cardiac Service Line Director at Cape Fear Valley Health.
The Georgia native has more than 19 years of healthcare experience and an extensive background in Cardiology.
She previously served as Executive Director of Cardiac Services at WellStar Health System in Atlanta, Ga., overseeing invasive and non-invasive cardiac departments at WellStar’s Cobb and Douglas hospitals. She was also an Assistant Vice President of the Emergency Department at the Cobb facility.
Prior to that, she served as a Medical Affairs Specialist with Cordis, a Johnson & Johnson Company, working with 24 interventional cardiology labs in Florida and Georgia.
Akins received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, Ga. She received her M.B.A. from American Intercontinental University in Dunwoody, Ga.
In her new position, Akins will oversee cardiac, interventional, diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures and surgeries performed through the Heart & Vascular Center.
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- Cape Fear Valley Health System
- Cape Fear Valley is a 765-bed regional health system serving a six-county region of Southeastern North Carolina, with more than 935,000 patients annually. A private not-for-profit organization and the state’s 9th largest health system, it includes Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center and Bladen County Hospital.
Friday, January 20, 2012
Marshburn Appointed Vice President Of Nursing
FAYETTEVILLE – Debbie Marshburn, RN, BSN, MBA, has been appointed Vice President of Nursing at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.
The Richlands native joined Cape Fear Valley Health in 1982 as an ICU Staff Nurse. She previously served as Interim Chief Nursing Officer. Prior to that, she served as Executive Director of Clinically Integrated Services.
As Vice President of Nursing, Marshburn will oversee nursing on Cape Fear Valley Medical Center’s campus.
Marshburn received her associate, Bachelor of Science and M.B.A. degrees from Fayetteville State University.
She will continue to serve as Interim Chief Nursing Officer, in addition to her new duties.
The Richlands native joined Cape Fear Valley Health in 1982 as an ICU Staff Nurse. She previously served as Interim Chief Nursing Officer. Prior to that, she served as Executive Director of Clinically Integrated Services.
As Vice President of Nursing, Marshburn will oversee nursing on Cape Fear Valley Medical Center’s campus.
Marshburn received her associate, Bachelor of Science and M.B.A. degrees from Fayetteville State University.
She will continue to serve as Interim Chief Nursing Officer, in addition to her new duties.
Cape Fear Valley Health Now Performing Robotic Surgery
FAYETTEVILLE – Cape Fear Valley Health recently set a milestone, performing the area’s first robotically assisted surgery.
Christian deBeck, M.D., Director of Medical Robotics, used the health system’s new da Vinci© Surgical System robot to perform a radical prostatectomy on a prostate cancer patient. The minimally invasive technique benefits patients through smaller incisions, less pain, faster healing and less infection risk.
The FDA approved the da Vinci system in 2006 for general laparoscopic procedures. It has since been successfully used in complex surgeries, ranging from bowel resections and hysterectomies to heart tissue ablation and mitral valve repair.
Like its historical namesake, the da Vinci robot uses unparalleled anatomical accuracy and innovation. Surgeons using the robot sit at a console equipped with a three-dimensional viewer that shows high-definition footage inside the patient’s body.
The surgeon’s hand movements are mimicked by the da Vinci’s pencil-sized probes, which are inserted into the patient through tiny incisions. The free-standing robot can even compensate for natural hand tremors, allowing for finer accuracy while operating.
Elizabeth Pope, Office Manager for Cape Fear Valley Urology, says prostate cancer patients operated on with the da Vinci system are typically discharged within 24 hours following surgery.
Dr. deBeck performed the health system’s first da Vinci surgery in May and has since performed several more using the system. Dr. Ravinder Annamaneni, a general surgeon, and Drs. Paul Sparzak and Arnold Barefoot, both obstetric/gynecologist surgeons, have also been credentialed to use the da Vinci© Surgical System.
Christian deBeck, M.D., Director of Medical Robotics, used the health system’s new da Vinci© Surgical System robot to perform a radical prostatectomy on a prostate cancer patient. The minimally invasive technique benefits patients through smaller incisions, less pain, faster healing and less infection risk.
The FDA approved the da Vinci system in 2006 for general laparoscopic procedures. It has since been successfully used in complex surgeries, ranging from bowel resections and hysterectomies to heart tissue ablation and mitral valve repair.
Like its historical namesake, the da Vinci robot uses unparalleled anatomical accuracy and innovation. Surgeons using the robot sit at a console equipped with a three-dimensional viewer that shows high-definition footage inside the patient’s body.
The surgeon’s hand movements are mimicked by the da Vinci’s pencil-sized probes, which are inserted into the patient through tiny incisions. The free-standing robot can even compensate for natural hand tremors, allowing for finer accuracy while operating.
Elizabeth Pope, Office Manager for Cape Fear Valley Urology, says prostate cancer patients operated on with the da Vinci system are typically discharged within 24 hours following surgery.
Dr. deBeck performed the health system’s first da Vinci surgery in May and has since performed several more using the system. Dr. Ravinder Annamaneni, a general surgeon, and Drs. Paul Sparzak and Arnold Barefoot, both obstetric/gynecologist surgeons, have also been credentialed to use the da Vinci© Surgical System.
Bladen County Hospital Adds New ED Position
FAYETTEVILLE – Bladen County Hospital has added a mid-level provider position to its Emergency Department staff to reduce patient wait times.
A mid-level provider is a physician assistant or nurse practitioner who provides patient care under a supervising physician.
Bladen County Hospital’s new mid-level provider will provide care for non-life threatening injuries.
Cameron Highsmith, Bladen County Hospital CEO, says the hospital monitors wait times and asks for patient feedback through surveys given to patients when they are discharged.
“Our goal is to give the highest quality care in the most efficient way,” said Highsmith.
A mid-level provider is a physician assistant or nurse practitioner who provides patient care under a supervising physician.
Bladen County Hospital’s new mid-level provider will provide care for non-life threatening injuries.
Cameron Highsmith, Bladen County Hospital CEO, says the hospital monitors wait times and asks for patient feedback through surveys given to patients when they are discharged.
“Our goal is to give the highest quality care in the most efficient way,” said Highsmith.
Ray Named CSICU Manager
FAYETTEVILLE – Shonda Ray, BSN, has been named Patient Care Manager for Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSICU) at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.
The Sanford native joined Cape Fear Valley Health in 2004 and previously held the position of CSICU Resource Nurse.
Ray received her bachelor’s degree in Nursing from North Carolina Central University in Durham.
As Patient Care Manager, she will be responsible for all patient care services within CSICU.
The Sanford native joined Cape Fear Valley Health in 2004 and previously held the position of CSICU Resource Nurse.
Ray received her bachelor’s degree in Nursing from North Carolina Central University in Durham.
As Patient Care Manager, she will be responsible for all patient care services within CSICU.
Bladen County Hospital Digital Mammography Services Receive Accreditation
ELIZABETHTOWN – Bladen County Hospital’s new digital mammography unit has received full accreditation from the American College of Radiology.
The hospital offers the county’s only digital mammography services through the Women’s Diagnostic Center. The service has been available to the public since March.
“We are so pleased to have received full accreditation so quickly,” said Mindy Goldsmith, CRA, Director of Radiology. “We have had a great response from patients with this new technology.”
Digital mammography uses digital images rather than traditional film images. The digital images are screened by a Computer-Aided Detection system that detects small anomalies or suspicious growths that may go unnoticed with traditional film.
To schedule a digital mammogram, please call the Women’s Diagnostic Center at (910) 862-1131.
The hospital offers the county’s only digital mammography services through the Women’s Diagnostic Center. The service has been available to the public since March.
“We are so pleased to have received full accreditation so quickly,” said Mindy Goldsmith, CRA, Director of Radiology. “We have had a great response from patients with this new technology.”
Digital mammography uses digital images rather than traditional film images. The digital images are screened by a Computer-Aided Detection system that detects small anomalies or suspicious growths that may go unnoticed with traditional film.
To schedule a digital mammogram, please call the Women’s Diagnostic Center at (910) 862-1131.
Friday, July 1, 2011
McGarry Named Patient Care Manager
FAYETTEVILLE – Felicia McGarry, RN, BSN, has been appointed Patient Care Manager for 3 Valley Pavilion – North at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.
The Fayetteville native joined Cape Fear Valley Health System in 2001 as an LPN. She was previously a Clinical Educator.
She received her associate’s degree in Nursing from Fayetteville Technical Community College and her bachelor’s degree in Nursing from East Carolina University in Greenville. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Nursing Leadership, also from East Carolina University.
The Fayetteville native joined Cape Fear Valley Health System in 2001 as an LPN. She was previously a Clinical Educator.
She received her associate’s degree in Nursing from Fayetteville Technical Community College and her bachelor’s degree in Nursing from East Carolina University in Greenville. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Nursing Leadership, also from East Carolina University.
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