Health Care
Athens has a robust healthcare system consisting of a hospital, health department, adult living communities, 24/7 ambulance service, pharmacies, and urgent clinics to keep the residents and visitors safe and healthy.
Health Care Facilities
Starr Regional Medical Center is a full-service, 118-bed, short-term acute care facility that provides a host of inpatient and outpatient services and physician practices. Starr Regional is a member of the Lifepoint Health network and fully accredited by The Joint Commission. Services include:
- 24/7 Emergency Room
- Advanced Wound Care
- Behavior Health
- Cancer Care
- Cardiology
- Intensive Care
- Labor/Delivery
- Medical Imaging
- Orthopedic Services
- Physical Therapy
- Rehabilitation Services
- Surgery
- Urology
McMinn County Health Department
The local health department provides immunizations, testing, check-ups for children, and breast and cervical screenings.
Adult Living Communities
Athens has several assisted living facilities including:
- Dominion Senior Living
- Terra Bella Senior Living
- Morning Pointe Senior Living
- Life Care Center Skilled Nursing/Rehabilitation
Ambulance Services
American Medical Response (AMR)
AMR is a private company that provides Athens and McMinn County with emergency and non-emergency transport services throughout South Central Tennessee.
Pharmacies
Athens has numerous pharmacies including Walgreens, CVS, Wal-Mart, grocery stores, and private pharmacies.
Urgent Clinics
Athens has numerous urgent clinics to assist with those minor emergencies after hours.
