Rutherford Regional Health System Welcomes Three New Specialty Care Providers to Area
January 22, 2025
Rutherfordton, NC (2025) – Rutherford Regional Health System has welcomed three new specialty care providers, Tara England, FNP-C; Michael Mahaffey, ACNP-BC; and Jennifer Robbins, PMHNP-BC, to its provider network. Mahaffey has joined Rutherford Orthopedics; England has joined FryeCare Cardiology- Rutherford; and Robbins has joined the Behavioral Health Unit at Rutherford Regional Medical Center.
“We are proud to welcome Tara, Michael, and Jennifer to our growing team of talented providers as we work to expand access to specialty care across our community,” said Sue Shugart, CEO at Rutherford Regional Health System.
Tara England, FNP-C holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Appalachian State University and bachelor’s degree in nursing from Lenior-Rhyne University. She received her master's degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Simmons College (Boston, MA). England specializes in cardiology services, including coronary artery disease, diagnostic testing, heart failure, cardiac arrhythmia, and hypertension.
Michael Mahaffey, APRN, AGACNP-BC holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of South Carolina Upstate and received his master’s degree in nursing at the University of South Carolina. In his new role, Michael will serve as a first assistant in the operating room, specializing in orthopedic surgeries and will also see patients in the office.
Jennifer Robbins, PMHNP-BC brings over 17 years of experience as a Registered Nurse at Rutherford Regional. Jennifer earned her bachelor's degree in nursing from Western Carolina University and her master’s degree in psychiatry from Northern Kentucky University. Specializing in inpatient psychiatric services, Jennifer will work with patients dealing with bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, and depression.
To schedule an appointment or learn more, visit MyRutherfordRegional.com
- Tara England at FryeCare Cardiology- Rutherford at 828.286.5575
- Michael Mahaffey at Rutherford Orthopedics at 828.287.9260
- Jennifer Robbins at Rutherford Regional Medical Center at 828.286.5000
