Cartersville Medical Center Salutes Employees During National Hospital Week

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CARTERSVILLE, GA -- A hospital is more than a place where people go for treatment, it is a part of the community that fosters health and represents hope.

From providing aid and comfort to the sick, to welcoming new life into the world, hospitals are central to a healthy and thriving community.

That’s the message organizers are touting with the 2016 National Hospital Week theme, Health Care from the Heart.

The event theme, announced this week, is the centerpiece of a promotional campaign aimed at uniting health care facilities across the country during the May 8-14 celebration.

“National Hospital Week, first and foremost, is a celebration of people,” said Keith Sandlin, president and CEO of Cartersville Medical Center. “We’re extremely proud of each member of our staff and we recognize the important role they play in extending a sense of trust to our patients and our communities.”

The nation’s largest health care event, National Hospital Week dates back to 1921 when it was suggested by a magazine editor who hoped a community wide celebration would alleviate public fears about hospitals.

The celebration, launched in Chicago, succeeded in promoting trust and goodwill among members of the public and eventually spread to facilities across the country.

A full slate of appreciation activities for hospital employees is planned for next week including a vendor fair, BBQ and the annual Frist Humanitarian Awards presentation. For more information about Hospital Week at Cartersville Medical Center, contact Robbie Tatum, VP, Human Resources, at 770-387-8172 ext. 4.

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