About Us
Appalachian Regional Healthcare System (ARHS), the leader for healthcare in the High Country, is comprised of two hospitals, thirteen medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, The Breast Center and the Paul H. Broyhill Wellness Center. Appalachian Regional Healthcare System stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life and simply “making life better.“
Mission
To support the provision of high quality, compassionate healthcare for the mountain region of northwest North Carolina, northeast Tennessee with a spirit of teamwork based on a set of operating values.
Vision
Build a regional healthcare system that results in healthier individuals and enhanced quality of life.
Values
Compassion, Integrity, Excellence
The Future of Healthcare: Major Upgrades Ongoing at Watauga Medical Center
A new 48-bed tower will provide larger patient rooms capable of accommodating high-tech mobile medical equipment, state-of-the-art surgical suites, an updated Emergency Department, new waiting areas, and more. Read More: The Future of Healthcare: Major Upgrades Ongoing at Watauga Medical Center
New pregnancy care and childbirth options at AppFamily Medicine
AppFamily Medicine welcomes Dr. Beverly Womack as supervisor of the prenatal clinic for MAHEC Boone Rural Family Medicine Residency Program Read More: New pregnancy care and childbirth options at AppFamily Medicine
AppHealthCare and ARHS Urge Prevention as COVID-19 Cases Increase
September 1, 2021 – With COVID-19 cases and trends continuing to increase, AppHealthCare and Appalachian Regional Healthcare System are urging the community to take actions to prevent further spread and protect critical healthcare resources. Read More: AppHealthCare and ARHS Urge Prevention as COVID-19 Cases Increase
