Gadsden, AL, October 12, 2026- Gadsden Regional Medical Center is pleased to welcome Ammar Ahmed, MD, an interventional cardiologist, to its cardiovascular team expanding access to heart care across the region. Dr. Ahmed earned his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in St. George, Grenada. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Ascension Hospital before completing fellowships in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology at Henry Ford Providence Hospital in
Gadsden, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College will host its ninth annual Mental Health Conference from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, in the Helderman Hall Auditorium.The conference is presented by Gadsden State’s Continuing Education & Workforce Development Department in partnership with Gadsden Regional Medical Center and the East Central Alabama AHEC Statewide Program. The organizations share a commitment to improving the health and well-being of communities throughout the region.The
Gadsden, AL – (September 29, 2026) – With varying news reports about breast cancer screening, many women are left wondering: When should I actually start? The team at Gadsden Regional Medical Center is encouraging women to work with their physician to develop a personalized roadmap for breast health. The consensus among breast imaging experts at Gadsden Regional remains clear: early detection is the single most effective tool for survival. However, the screening schedule isn't always the same for
GADSDEN, AL - The Etowah Chamber hosted its first-ever Etowah Update: Healthcare Summit at Gadsden State Community College on August 20th, 2025 bringing together leaders in healthcare, higher education, and workforce development to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of local care. Chamber President & CEO Philip Hall opened the program by thanking sponsors and highlighting the Chamber’s role in convening leaders around critical issues. Gadsden State President Alan Smith welcomed
