Mount Airy, NC (August 2024) – Northern Regional Hospital is delighted to announce the addition of Dr. Jared Sanderford to the Northern Orthopaedics team. Dr. Sanderford brings expertise and a deep commitment to patient-centered orthopaedic care. Born in Galveston, TX, and primarily raised in Greeley, CO, Dr. Sanderford’s journey into healthcare was inspired by his […]

Mount Airy, NC – Eight graduates from the 2024 Northern Regional Leadership Academy – a comprehensive educational program designed to foster the leadership potential of employees who volunteer to participate in the rigorous six-month curriculum. The 2024 Class of Northern Leadership Academy included Tom Dunning, Page Hodge, Jenna Newman, Michaela Rowe, Courtney Simmons, Misty Smith, […]

Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors across Surry County volunteered at Northern Regional Hospital during their summer break. Forty-one Junior Volunteers filled the hospital hallways throughout June, July, and August, gaining valuable experience in the healthcare field. “Beginning in January, we send out applications to all area high schools seeking Junior Volunteers,” said Tina […]

Mount Airy, NC – Northern Regional Hospital has earned a five-star rating for quality care – the highest award possible — in the most recently published report by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).  Northern Regional Hospital is one of only 14 hospitals in North Carolina to achieve this award.  In the latest […]

Dr. David D. Jackson retires after forty-six (46) years of dedicated service to Northern Regional Hospital. A well-known General Surgeon in the region, Dr. Jackson has been an essential part of the medical staff at Northern since starting his private practice as Surry Surgical Associates in 1978. Dr. Jackson’s colleagues and staff of Northern General […]

The American Heart Association presents the Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care. Mount Airy, NC (July 2024) —Northern Regional Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke GoldPlus quality achievement award […]

Mount Airy, NC (July 2024) – Northern Regional Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of General Surgeon, Dr. Carl Buchholz. Born in Waukesha, WI, Dr. Buchholz’s journey to becoming a general surgeon marks a passion for medicine and a dedication to serving rural populations. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular […]

CHICAGO (June 2024) — Becker’s Hospital Review lists Chris A. Lumsden, President & CEO of Northern Regional Hospital, as a distinguished recipient of the 2024 “Community Hospital CEOs to Know” award. This accolade recognizes Mr. Lumsden for his exceptional leadership and profound impact on community healthcare. With over 40 years of distinguished service in healthcare […]

Once again, Northern Regional Hospital has been recognized as one of the ‘Great Community Hospitals’ by Becker’s Hospital Review, a renowned medical industry trade magazine. This year’s list, featuring 100 community hospitals nationwide, includes Northern Regional Hospital as one of only two in North Carolina to achieve this prestigious honor.  Becker’s selects hospitals for inclusion on its annual […]