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Dr. Joseph F. Smiddy, M.D. Honored with the Health Wagon’s “Appalachian Hero Award”
The Health Wagon proudly presented Dr. Joseph F. Smiddy, M.D. with the Appalachian Hero Award in recognition of his decades-long commitment to improving healthcare access for underserved communities in Southwest Virginia. The award was presented by Don Green of the Napoleon Hill Foundation during the Health Wagon’s employee and volunteer
Celebrating the Legacy of Sister Bernadette Kenny, Founder of The Health Wagon
More than 40 years ago, Sister Bernadette “Bernie” Kenny embarked on a mission to bring mobile healthcare to underserved communities in rural Virginia. Starting with a red 1968 Volkswagen Beetle, she traveled the curving roads of Appalachia, carrying supplies and medications to provide free healthcare to those in need. Sister
Health Fair in Mendota – Honoring Donnie Rife’s Legacy
April 19, 2025
Join The Health Wagon for a special Health Fair in collaboration with Zachary Rife, a family member of Donnie Rife, to bring vital health services to the Mendota community. 📅 Date: April 19, 2025 📍 Location: Mendota 🩺 What to Expect: Flyer with full list of services to be released
ETSU Health Fair
March 13 & 14, 2025
The Health Wagon, in collaboration with ETSU Quillen Dishner Medical School, invites you to our Two-Day Health Fair! 🩺 Day 1: 📅 March 13, 2025 📍 Wise County Smiddy Clinic 🩺 Day 2: 📅 March 14, 2025 📍 Sister Bernie Kenny M.M.M. Clintwood Clinic This is your opportunity to take
The Health Wagon Provides Care to Isolated Storm Survivors
By Ruth O’Neill | December 20, 2024 On September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene made landfall along the gulf coast of Florida as a Category 4 tropical storm. The effects were felt along much of the southeast United States, including the southern Appalachia region, which was devastated by widespread flooding
Health Wagon Welcomes Dr. Minh Tran DDS
The Health Wagon is excited to introduce our new dentist, Dr. Minh Tri Hoang Tran, DDS. Dr. Tran is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery. In addition, he holds a master’s degree in chemistry from Georgia State University and
In Loving Memory of Sister Bernie Kenny, Our Beloved Founder
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Sister Bernie Kenny, our beloved founder and guiding light at St. Mary’s Health Wagon. Sister Bernie’s dedication to serving the underserved in Central Appalachia was nothing short of extraordinary. Her leadership, rooted in compassion and faith, transformed countless lives,
CJ Ratliff Named to 40 Under 40
CJ Ratliff, a dedicated nurse practitioner with the Health Wagon, has been named to the prestigious 40 Under Forty Class of 2024 by the Business Journal of Tri-Cities Tennessee/Virginia. CJ’s personal story is one of triumph. Raised in a disadvantaged community in Southwest Virginia, he grew up facing the challenges
Dr. Joseph Smiddy, MD Honored on Veterans Day for Military Service
The Health Wagon is proud to celebrate Dr. Joseph Smiddy, MD, for his remarkable contributions both as a veteran and as a healthcare leader. Recognized on local news this Veterans Day, Dr. Smiddy was honored for his service in the U.S. Navy from 1971 to 1973. Dr. Smiddy, a retired
Carter Family Fold Benefit Concert for Hurricane Relief
An incredible benefit concert hosted by the Carter Family Fold was dedicated to supporting flood relief efforts in our community! Date: Saturday, November 2nd Time: 7:30pm – 10pm Location: Carter Family Fold (3449 A P Carter Hwy, Hiltons, VA 24258)We had an unforgettable evening featuring the amazing Dr. Smiddy &
Appalachian Strong: Hurricane Helene Response
(Photograph above taken by Ivy Sheppard) – “Stranded residents in Damascus get medical care from Health Wagon” (RadioIQ) In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Health Wagon has been on the front lines, providing critical healthcare and support to the Appalachian community. Deployed to Damascus and Haysi Our mobile vans,
Health Wagon Celebrates Successful 4th Annual Davey’s Back-to-School Shuffle
St. Mary’s Faith Pharmacy Opening Considered a Huge Success
M7 Health Days Take Free Health Care to Lee County
