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Welcome to Rutherford Regional Health System

Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility which offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Rutherford Regional is dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet your healthcare needs. We provide our services in a caring, professional environment through the teamwork of our medical staff and employees.

Rutherford Regional Health System offers a variety of medical and support services, including:

and many other areas of care.

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Welcome Natalie Bublitz, MD, CLC

Dr. Natalie Bublitz is now seeing patients at Rutherford Premier Primary Care. She provides compassionate family medicine to patients of all ages, including preventive care, management of acute and chronic diseases, and obstetrical care. As a certified lactation consultant, she also offers expert breastfeeding support for new mothers. Appointments can be made by calling 828.287.4434.

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Natalie Bublitz, MD, CLC

Welcome Cameron Ludwig, MD

Dr. Cameron Ludwig is now seeing patients at Rutherford Premier Primary Care. He provides compassionate family medicine to patients of all ages, including preventive care, management of acute and chronic diseases, and obstetrical care. Appointments can be made by calling 828.287.4434.

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Cameron Ludwig, MD

Welcome Dietrich Kayser, MD

Dr. Dietrich Kayser is now seeing patients at Rutherford Orthopedics. He provides comprehensive orthopedic care, including treatment for fractures, joint pain, and sports injuries, as well as advanced procedures such as robotic-assisted knee replacements and anterior hip replacements. Appointments can be made by calling 828.287.9260.

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Dietrich Kayser, MD

Welcome Kenna Watson, PA-C

Kenna Watson, PA-C, is now seeing patients at Chase Family Care. She specializes in preventive health and chronic disease management, providing compassionate, patient-centered care for the entire family. Appointments can be made by calling 828.657.5371. Learn more about her by using the button below.

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Kenna Watson, PA-C

Welcome Dawne Akuneme, FNP-C

Dawne Akuneme is now seeing patients at Forest City Family Care. She provides care for patients of all ages and treats a variety of conditions, including chronic and acute illnesses, routine check-ups and screenings, and management of conditions such as hypertension and diabetes. Appointments can be made by calling 828.245.7626.

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Dawne Akuneme, FNP-C

Patient Testimonials

Joe Frady’s Life-Saving Experience at Rutherford Regional Health System

Just days after celebrating Thanksgiving, 73-year-old Rutherfordton resident Joe Frady experienced the unthinkable: a major heart attack, known as a STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction).

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Rutherford Regional Completes First Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery

Rutherford Regional Health System is proud to announce the successful completion of its first robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery, performed by Dr. Dietrich Kayser. While this marks a first for our hospital, Dr. Kayser is highly experienced in robotic-assisted procedures, bringing advanced orthopedic care to our community. Using the CORI™ Surgical System, this innovative technology allows for greater precision, faster recovery times, and shorter hospital stays—offering patients a more advanced option for treating chronic knee pain.

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Careers

Careers at Rutherford Regional Health System

Every team member at Rutherford Regional Health System can make a difference in the health of our community. We currently have job opportunities available for well-qualified, highly motivated people who have a passion for healthcare.

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