ETSU Health

06/23/2026

With summer officially underway, don’t forget to protect your skin from sun damage. As Internal Medicine Johnson City’s Dr. Stephen Sauer explains, "The takeaways are simple: cover up, time your exposure wisely and, when in doubt, apply sunscreen."

Click the link below to learn more about sunscreen and sun protection.

If sunscreen works, why do skin cancer rates continue to rise?

06/21/2026

Today we celebrate and honor all fathers.

Happy Father’s Day!

06/19/2026

Nationally ranked. Regionally rooted.

Ranked No. 2 in the nation for graduates practicing in medically underserved areas. Ranked top-five in the nation for pharmacy licensure exam pass rates. Home to one of two Colleges of Public Health to earn the ASPPH’s top awards for community service, teaching excellence, and innovative curriculum.

Behind every ranking is a commitment to improving health in Appalachia and beyond. Read more in the ETSU Health Annual Report: http://bit.ly/4a5r4aP

06/17/2026

Thank you for nominating multiple ETSU Health clinics for the Kingsport Times News’ Readers’ Choice 2026 Best of the Best Awards!

There’s still one more week to vote – you can vote once a day through June 25. Please take a moment and vote for our clinics in the healthcare category: https://timesnews.net/live-content/ktnbest/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSc7ytleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFORG9jOVk2NzlmOTJ1MjRmc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmk55405KSMSS-lJlIDBWYYLaqA-iKMP2ApFzgyMw-eAhlqCo8LaRAOWEzJo_aem_ci_3XIOhTGh2nietB3J8bQ #/gallery/?group=545879

Thank you for your support!

06/15/2026

Men’s health matters at every age. This Men’s Health Week, we encourage men to schedule annual checkups, stay active, prioritize mental health and take small steps that support long-term wellness.

Our primary care clinics are accepting new patients. We have locations across the Tri-Cities to fit your needs:

Family Medicine Bristol
Family Medicine Johnson City
Internal Medicine Johnson City
Family Medicine Kingsport
Internal Medicine Kingsport

Visit ETSUHealth.org to learn more.

06/12/2026

Nearly 4,000 students. 400,000+ patient visits. $40+ million in research funding.

See how ETSU Health is making a difference in Appalachia and beyond. Explore the 2025 ETSU Health Annual Report: http://bit.ly/4a5r4aP

06/10/2026

Thank you for nominating multiple ETSU Health clinics for the Kingsport Times News’ Readers’ Choice 2026 Best of the Best Awards!

Please take a moment and vote for our clinics in the healthcare category: https://timesnews.net/live-content/ktnbest/ #/gallery?group=545879

You can vote once a day through June 25. Thank you for your support!

06/08/2026

When patients feel cared for, supported, and confident in their health care team, we know we're making a difference.

Thank you for allowing us to care for you and your family.

Internal Medicine – Kingsport is accepting new patients, call (423) 246-7931.

06/05/2026

The 2026 ETSU Health Annual Report is now available! This year’s issue spotlights the people and programs advancing health across Appalachia — from patient care and clinical progress to innovative training and research within ETSU’s Academic Health Sciences Center.

Explore the stories and see how ETSU Health is making an impact in our region and beyond at http://bit.ly/4a5r4aP

06/04/2026

Dr. Dianna Puhr, an ETSU Health pediatrician, recently received the State Champion for Infant Health Leadership Award.

While serving as director of Baby Steps, she helped lead the program to several honors, including designation as a Promising Practice for its integrated, recovery-friendly medical home approach by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Tennessee Walk of Fame Award for Quality in Care from Blue Care.

Congratulations, Dr. Puhr and thank you for all you do to keep our community healthy!