Disconcerting crunching sounds as you walk up hills. Unpredictable swelling that makes it uncomfortable to move. Chronic pains that leave you laid up and reliant on ice packs and pain medications. Knee pain is, without a doubt, one of the most common and painful conditions an adult can go through. It can affect every aspect of your daily life, from picking up the kids from soccer practice to staying on a regular workout routine so you can remain healthy and active.
If you're suffering from knee pain, you're not alone - the American Academy of Family Physicians tells us that almost 25% of all adults in the U.S. suffer from some type of knee pain. In fact, diagnosed knee pain has risen almost 65% over the last couple of decades, adding up to nearly four million visits to primary care doctors annually. That's a lot of chronic knee pain that needs to be addressed.
Unfortunately, many doctors recommend prescription pain pills and invasive surgeries as knee pain treatments instead of non-invasive alternatives. But if you're looking for a way to avoid the need for a knee replacement and pain pills, there's good news to share. QC Kinetix's regenerative medicine in Hilldale, TN, is an all-natural, effective way to help heal prevalent issues like knee arthritis and knee pain without painful surgeries or long recovery times.
Whether you have been fighting through osteoarthritis for years or you've only recently suffered a knee injury, you're probably wondering how regenerative medicine for knee pain works. Regenerative medicine is a revolutionary field of medical science that taps into the body's innate ability to heal and renew itself.
Its main objective is to restore the function and structure of damaged or diseased tissues and organs by either boosting the body's own repair mechanisms or creating new healthy cells to replace the sick ones. For instance, in regenerative ophthalmology, doctors are using retinal progenitor cells to replace damaged retinal cells and combat some causes of blindness.
Regenerative medicine aims to provide a viable alternative to conventional treatments that often involve invasive procedures or long-term medication use. These treatments can cause significant pain and harm to the patient, leading to complications, excessive scarring, and drug dependency. In contrast, regenerative medicine seeks to treat degenerative diseases, injuries, and age-related deterioration by activating the body's natural healing processes and prioritizing the body's inherent capabilities.
Regenerative medicine for knee pain can provide a long list of benefits for men and women who deal with daily pain and discomfort. Some of the symptoms that knee pain can help reduce may include the following:
The benefits of regenerative medicine have been proven through numerous scientific studies and clinical trials. Patients who have undergone regenerative therapies like PRP and stem cell treatment have reported substantial relief from chronic pain, according to a study published in The Journal of Pain Research.
Today, regenerative medicine treatments are being pursued by prestigious institutions like Harvard and the Mayo Clinic. In fact, the National Institute of Health recognizes the field of regenerative medicine as holding great promise for treating and even curing various injuries and diseases.
Regulatory bodies, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, maintain strict oversight of regenerative therapies to ensure they adhere to high safety and efficacy standards. Additionally, professional organizations such as the American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB) promote ethical practices and ongoing advancements in the field of regenerative medicine.
The benefits of regenerative therapies for issues like knee pain are both promising and exciting, and can alleviate symptoms without:
The knee joint is made up of bones, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage. Bursae, which are small sacs filled with fluid, help cushion the moving parts of the knee and prevent friction. Knee pain can occur due to various reasons like injury, aging, repeated stress, wear and tear on the joint, or inflammation of the bursa. Knee bursitis is a common condition that causes inflammation of the bursae and leads people to seek knee pain treatments.
Sports activities are a common cause of knee injury as they exert tremendous force on the knee joint. Although the knee can usually handle this stress, it can also cause painful injuries. Some athletes may need knee surgery to repair the damage, while others may delay surgery for years until arthritis develops due to the injury and becomes unbearable. The same goes for average men and women whose minor sprains eventually lead to osteoarthritis and other issues. Fortunately for both parties, regenerative medicine in Hilldale, TN represents a more cost-effective, non-surgical solution for knee pain.
Because of the knee joint's complexity, it is susceptible to a wide range of injuries. Some of the most common knee injuries include the following:
Degeneration and inflammation can impact the knees with chronic and debilitating pain, as seen in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Surgery may be used in severe cases, but for many, finding ways to manage the pain is the only option. However, there is hope in regenerative knee pain therapy, which can provide authentic pain relief, enhance mobility, and lead to a more active lifestyle. Contact QC Kinetix today to learn more about our revolutionary regenerative medicines for knee pain.
Severe pain in the knee may result from the patella ( the kneecap), the connecting thigh bone, or one of the shin bones being fractured. Such fractures are usually caused by abrupt, high-energy impacts like falls from high altitudes or car accidents. The usual treatment for these injuries is to physically reset the broken bone. In some cases, plasma-rich growth factors can be used to help speed up the healing process associated with fractures.
Excessive strain on the knee tendons through activities such as running, jumping, or cycling can result in the tendons becoming inflamed (tendonitis). While rest, ice, knee brace compression, and elevation are commonly used to treat tendonitis, there are other non-surgical and proactive options available for knee pain treatment in Hilldale, TN.
When the bones in the knee shift out of place due to a traumatic fall, twisting of the knee, or high-impact collisions, it causes an injury called dislocation. It is essential to put the dislocated knee back into place, and in severe cases, surgery may be necessary.
Injuries to the knee can result in the tearing of the cartilage or meniscus, which serves as a cushioning pad and shock absorber. Although conventional treatment options are restricted to wearing braces or undergoing surgery, regenerative knee pain therapy can be a promising solution for this type of injury.
When the ligaments or tendons in the knee are overstretched or torn, it can result in a knee sprain or strain. This kind of injury is usually caused by sudden twists and can be quite painful. It often results in swelling and makes it difficult to walk. To help alleviate the pain, it's recommended to apply ice, elevate the knee, and rest. Another option for treatment is regenerative knee pain therapy.
Our non-surgical knee pain treatments can resolve your pain and restore your mobility, so it's worth exploring your options with us. During your Request Appointment, we will assess your current condition and needs with the utmost care and consideration. We understand the impact of pain, and we don't want to prolong your discomfort with ineffective treatments.
If we determine that surgery is the best option for you, we will advise you accordingly to avoid any delays in your recovery. However, if we believe that our regenerative knee pain therapy is a good fit for your needs, we will discuss your options with you in detail.
If you're under the impression that a total knee replacement is the only answer to your knee pain problems, think carefully about these potential downfalls first:
When people experience chronic knee pain, they often turn to knee replacement surgery as a solution. However, there are cases where the surgery can actually exacerbate the pain. Research has revealed that a substantial number of patients experience mild pain after the procedure, while others suffer from pain that is either equal to or more intense than their previous chronic knee pain. In some cases, patients have reported that their pain worsens even years after having undergone knee replacement surgery.
Reports suggest that those who are above 60 years old are at a greater risk of experiencing a heart attack after undergoing surgery. But why? The truth is that the stress and trauma that come with knee replacement surgery can be quite intense, which leads to an increased possibility of heart attacks. If you have heart disease, have had a heart attack, have a history of heart disease in your family, or are over the age of 60, it might be time to consider regenerative medicine.
After undergoing knee replacement surgery, there is a risk of wear particles causing harm to your body. These particles are small fragments of plastic, metal, or ceramic that break off from the replaced joint and can cause irritation to the surrounding tissue. In some cases, wear particles can even enter your bloodstream and lead to metal toxicity or the formation of pseudotumors at a genetic level.
Maintaining strong and healthy knees is essential for everyday activities such as walking, running, standing, or even just getting up from a seated position. Unfortunately, knee pain can significantly impact one's quality of life, making it difficult to perform simple tasks like bathing or dressing oneself.
Furthermore, it can prevent people from participating in enjoyable activities like hiking, biking, or gardening. It can even keep them from getting a good night's rest. Although knee surgery is a painful and extensive process, regenerative knee pain therapies can often provide relief without the need for surgery. These non-surgical treatments are accessible to individuals of all ages and backgrounds who are seeking relief from knee pain.
At QC Kinetix, we offer patients several regenerative medicine options to help treat and ultimately eliminate knee pain symptoms. Some of the most popular therapies our patients choose to help with knee pain like osteoarthritis include the following:
You can think of plasma therapy as preparation for the other regenerative treatments we use to treat knee pain. As part of a non-surgical regeneration plan, plasma contains incredible growth healing factors that can help decrease inflammation in your knees and across your body. Once inflammation goes down, your pain is reduced, and you become more receptive to additional forms of regenerative medicine in Hilldale, TN.
Research indicates that A2M has the ability to alleviate knee pain by disabling particular enzymes that have the potential to deteriorate cartilage cells. When the cells in the cartilage of the knee begin to break down, the bones that combine to form the knee joint are subjected to greater friction during movement, leading to the inflammation of tissues and irritation of nerves.
BMAC is a concentration of regenerative cells obtained from the soft, spongy tissue found in the center of bones, called your marrow. Marrow is often found in areas such as the hips or pelvic bone. These specialized cells can replicate themselves into various types of tissues and promote tissue growth, boosting the body's natural healing abilities to speed up the healing process. By allowing your treatment area to heal naturally and more rapidly, you can find relief from knee pain quickly and more effectively.
In order for the body to heal an injury, it requires blood flow to provide the necessary cells and nutrients. Unfortunately, certain areas within the body have limited blood flow, making it more challenging to heal when injured. This is particularly true when it comes to the meniscus and cartilage in your knees, which have poor blood flow. So, how can you enhance the healing potential of tissues with inadequate blood flow? One option is to utilize PRP, which involves injecting concentrated platelets that contain high volumes of growth factors and proteins. This signals and drives the body's natural healing responses. When used as part of a personalized non-surgical regeneration plan by QC Kinetix, PRP therapy is often an MVP in regenerative medicine treatments.
Many of the physicians and regenerative health providers at QC Kinetix have a background in sports medicine, where they worked with professional athletes to mend broken bones and repair torn ligaments and tendons. It can be incredibly fulfilling to help these individuals recover, but unfortunately, many people - not just athletes - are eager to return to their activities before they have fully healed from surgery. This can be problematic because surgery can often cause more harm than good, leading to a long and painful recovery period.
Regenerative medicine for knee pain takes a different approach by tapping into your body's own healing and repair abilities to address knee pain and damage. During your free consultation, we will assess your current condition and needs and recommend the best course of recovery for your unique body. We prioritize effective treatments and minimizing pain, so if surgery is the best option, we will let you know upfront. However, if our regenerative knee pain therapy is a good match for your needs, we will explain your options in detail, so you can get relief as soon as possible.
If you're sick and tired of your knees holding you back on a daily basis, it's time to reduce your pain and reclaim your mobility. Contact QC Kinetix today to take the first step toward reclaiming your life.
The new campus will be part of a 300-acre mixed-use development and will quadruple the Tennessee school's current capacity.Clarksville Christian School in Tennessee intends to build a second campus, expanding its capacity from around 500 pre-K through 12th grade students to more than 2,000, the school has announced.The new campus will encompass more than 100 acres, CCS President Brad Moser told The Christian Chronicle, ...
The new campus will be part of a 300-acre mixed-use development and will quadruple the Tennessee school's current capacity.
Clarksville Christian School in Tennessee intends to build a second campus, expanding its capacity from around 500 pre-K through 12th grade students to more than 2,000, the school has announced.
The new campus will encompass more than 100 acres, CCS President Brad Moser told The Christian Chronicle, and will be part of a new Killebrew mixed-use development on Rossview Road that will include commercial, residential, parks and recreation spaces.
Illustration from the Killebrew Master Plan
“In the midst of that, we truly believe that the mission and the purpose of Christian education fills a need and is greatly sought after,” Moser said.
The school’s existing 5-acre campus sits adjacent to the Hilldale Church of Christ. CCS was founded as a ministry of Hilldale in 2007 with fewer than 50 K-6 students based in its Sunday school wing. It was the culmination of a two-year study that included polling in the community and area congregations.
By 2010, CCS had grown large enough to need its own building. It now functions independently of Hilldale but continues to receive financial and spiritual support from it and other area churches, Moser said. The school also still uses Hilldale classrooms and holds chapel in the church building.
Though CCS has added more modular buildings to its campus over the years to accommodate its growth, with an enrollment of more than 450 this year, it was reaching the limits of its space, Moser said:
Photo provided by Bramblett Group
“We could’ve chosen, ‘Hey, we’re closing the doors to the outside. We’re going to focus on our little group here.’ Or, ‘We really think that our message and our mission — we believe that’s worth sharing.’”
One of the CCS board members, Ronnie Moore, is also the owner of Rossview Farms, a local developer. Rossview had purchased a large plot of farmland in Montgomery that it intended to build a residential neighborhood.
But as CCS was looking for new property of its own, Moore had an idea for something more.
“We very soon began to realize that this particular piece of property could be something very special,” Moser recalled, “as opposed to simply becoming another neighborhood that was accessible only to a … limited number of people; that we could truly build an asset to the community, for the community; that we could do something special that has not been done in this area.”
In this new public town center, restaurants, shops and amenities will be “intricately woven with education,” Moser added. For example, CCS will emphasize child care and early childhood learning at the new campus.
The school also intends to expand its arts and athletic programs and implement new programs, including a University Partnership Center that will be able to host students for the completion of undergraduate and graduate degrees on-site, in cooperation with colleges nationwide.
Illustration from the Killebrew Master Plan
An overhead illustration of the Killebrew development
And CCS students will have access to a public nature center, parks, athletic facilities — the area is already being used by CCS’ cross-country and sporting clays teams — and more than 75 acres of nature preserve, with walking and biking trails, camp sites and outdoor classrooms.
Steve Kirby, the pulpit minister for Hilldale and a member of CCS’ board of directors, told the Chronicle he’s excited and thankful for the school’s growth.
Steve Kirby
“We feel humbly, to God be the glory in all things,” he said. “God has worked in this ministry because God’s people have worked — but God has led the way and guided and opened doors. And we’ve prayed and try to be true to His will, try to be true to our mission statement.”
Kirby recited that mission by heart: “To foster and maintain an educational and Christian environment wherein God is glorified in every respect academically, socially and morally, according to the teachings of the Bible.
“A whole lot of thought and prayer went into formulating that mission statement over 15 years ago,” he added. “And we’ve tried to be true to that in every respect.”
And despite CCS’ continued expansion, Kirby expects that commitment to remain the same.
“Every work for God is always ongoing, and God’s work never ceases,” he said. “And we try very hard to make Clarksville Christian School truly God-honoring. … That has been a major focus of this board from Day 1 and remains that way.”
As part of that focus, Moser believes CCS is — and will continue to be — an important evangelism tool, especially for students who do not come from Church of Christ backgrounds. He estimates they make up around 75 percent of the current student body.
“We see this is a mission field, so we welcome students from all backgrounds to Clarksville Christian School and embrace the opportunity to be influential in their lives,” Moser said. “Even if a student has no faith background … we want them to be here and again do all that we can to be light in their lives and help connect them with Jesus.”
The Killebrew development has been recommended by the Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission and will be voted on by the Montgomery County Commission on May 9. If approved by the county commission, Moser said construction could begin as soon as May 10. He expects the first set of school buildings to be completed for the 2023-2024 school year.
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Hillsdale College's American Classical Education charter school received the go-ahead from the Rutherford County school board at a meeting where public comments were restricted and the board refused to hear a negative recommendation from its own charter committee.Shelia Bratton, a Rutherford school board member, called the move not to hear staff recommendations on the charter "nefarious" and out of step with precedent."I want to go on record that I vehemently oppose this," said Bratton during the 25-minute m...
Hillsdale College's American Classical Education charter school received the go-ahead from the Rutherford County school board at a meeting where public comments were restricted and the board refused to hear a negative recommendation from its own charter committee.
Shelia Bratton, a Rutherford school board member, called the move not to hear staff recommendations on the charter "nefarious" and out of step with precedent.
"I want to go on record that I vehemently oppose this," said Bratton during the 25-minute meeting. "We have always had a presentation from the committee giving us the pros and cons."
The Rutherford application was one of five charter school proposals by the Hillsdale group in Tennessee this year.
American Classical Education is the K-12 arm of Hillsdale College, a conservative Christian school based in Michigan. Last year, the group applied to open charter schools in Montgomery, Madison and Rutherford counties, with all three school boards rebuffing the school after controversial comments by Hillsdale College President Larry Arnn.
While on stage with Gov. Bill Lee at an event in Middle Tennessee, Arnn said teachers were trained "in the dumbest parts of the dumbest colleges in the country."
The school appealed its charter denials to the Tennessee Charter Commission but ultimately it withdrew them days before the commission was set to vote.
In the year between applications, elections on the Rutherford County school board moved it in a rightward and pro-charter direction.
Tammy Sharpe, the Rutherford County school board chairwoman, said she favored the new charter because she thought it would alleviate overcrowding throughout the district.
"There are more things to consider than if you don't like the curriculum or what Larry Arnn said," Sharpe added.
(READ MORE: Harrison area group petitions for charter school to combat 'Marxist indoctrination')
Adding a charter school could help alleviate overcrowding in the short term, but it will affect Rutherford County Schools' budget in the long run. Under the state's new funding formula, money follows the student. In Rutherford, the state gives $7,180 per student to the school district, while local tax dollars are roughly $2,320 per student.
Assuming American Classical can recruit enough students for all 690 potential seats, the Rutherford School system could lose $6.6 million annually.
For American Classical, the approval is a victory for the charter network trying to gain a foothold in the state. In the past, Arnn said the plan was to open 50 Hillsdale-affiliated charter schools in Tennessee.
"This is a victory for more than 7,000 families who have said they want a classical curriculum option in Tennessee," said Dolores Gresham, an American Classical Education board member, in a statement.
Hillsdale provides secular "classical" education focusing on liberal arts and sciences. Its American history and civics curriculum "focuses on America's strengths rather than its shortcomings," Chalkbeat Tennessee reported.
Application confusion
While Rutherford County schools were open to the American Classical school, the other four school boards where they applied were not.
(READ MORE: College ends partnership with school over the David sculpture issue)
Jackson-Madison County School Board Charter Review Committee found the school's application mistakenly referred to Montgomery County on several occasions.
That, along with concerns about the school staffing plan, a lack of a secured school building and questions over the long-term fiscal health of the American Classical, led the Jackson board to reject the application.
Charter review committees in Maury, Montgomery and Robertson also recommended their school board deny the charter school application over similar concerns.
American Classical can appeal the denials to the Tennessee Charter Commission, which could reverse the local decision. The state charter commission often overturns local rejections, but not always.
Phillip Schwenk, vice president of schools for American Classical Education, said in a statement the charter network is still evaluating its next steps.
"It is evident to all of us that these different communities have an interest in and local demand for public classical charter schools," Schwenk said. "We will make a decision in the coming weeks.
Read more at TennesseeLookout.com.
The cost
If American Classical Education can fill all 690 seats in the recently approved Rutherford County charter school, the Rutherford County public schools system stands to lose $6.6 million annually.
Share:The deadline has passed for prospective Tennessee charter schools to submit their applications to districts. One controversial charter group with ties to the conservative Hillsdale College is looking to make a comeback.Last year, American Classical Education sought to open three locations. Now, it has re-applied to operate schools in Rutherford, Montgomery and Madison counties. And it submitted fresh applications in Maury and Robertson counties. The charter proposals have drawn opposition from some ...
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The deadline has passed for prospective Tennessee charter schools to submit their applications to districts. One controversial charter group with ties to the conservative Hillsdale College is looking to make a comeback.
Last year, American Classical Education sought to open three locations. Now, it has re-applied to operate schools in Rutherford, Montgomery and Madison counties. And it submitted fresh applications in Maury and Robertson counties. The charter proposals have drawn opposition from some public education advocates, who disagree with using public money to fund privately operated schools. Others take issue with the group’s links to Hillsdale College.
The Michigan-based college developed a social studies curriculum that critics say whitewashes history.
And last year, the school’s president, Larry Arnn, was filmed disparaging teachers at an event with Gov. Bill Lee, which drew backlash from both sides of the political aisle.
In an emailed statement, American Classical Education board member Dolores Gresham said hundreds of families have written letters of support for the prospective charter schools.
“We remain committed to parents, students and teachers who desire a high-quality classical public charter school option in their county,” Gresham wrote.
If approved, the charter schools could open as soon as the fall of 2024.
Now school boards in each district will evaluate the charter group’s plans based on a state rubric. If they deny the applications, charter groups have a chance to amend their plans. If they get rejected a second time, charters can appeal to the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission, which has the power to overturn the local school board’s decisions.
That’s what American Classical Education did last year. But the charter group withdrew their appeals before the body came to a decision.
New charter schools applying in MNPS
Four new charter schools also applied to open in Metro Nashville Public Schools, according to a district spokesperson. They include:
All but one of these schools would be located in the Southeast quadrant of the county.
Saber STEM Academy applied to MNPS last year and was rejected. Similar to American Classical, its leaders appealed to the state’s charter commission but withdrew before the commission held a vote.
According to its website, Invictus Nashville Charter School would have a Montessori elementary program and rely heavily on community engagement in its design process.
Pathways in Education is part of a multi-state network of charter schools. Its website markets itself as a place for students who’ve struggled to find success in traditional high school. The group says it offers students a blend of in-person and online classes. Previous locations of the school had operated in Memphis but were placed into the state’s Achievement School District, and according to the Memphis Commercial Appeal closed last year.
Nashville Collegiate Prep already operates a school in Metro. It offers grades K-6 right now, and plans to add more middle school grades as students age up. The newly proposed charter school would serve high schoolers.
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Tickets are still available to see Josh Dobbs, former University of Tennessee quarterback, in Clarksville July 17. Dobbs will be the special guest for “A Night of Champions” at Hilldale Baptist Church Family Life Center, 250 Old Farmers Road.The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $15 per person. Tickets are available for purchase at the Family Life Center or at the door until they sell out.Dobbs will share his testimony with fans as well as high school football teams fr...
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Tickets are still available to see Josh Dobbs, former University of Tennessee quarterback, in Clarksville July 17. Dobbs will be the special guest for “A Night of Champions” at Hilldale Baptist Church Family Life Center, 250 Old Farmers Road.
The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $15 per person. Tickets are available for purchase at the Family Life Center or at the door until they sell out.
Dobbs will share his testimony with fans as well as high school football teams from throughout Middle Tennessee.
About Dobbs Dobbs had a standout career at Tennessee, starting his junior and senior seasons and helping the Vols to three consecutive bowl game wins from 2014-16. In 37 career games, Dobbs completed 614-of-999 passes for 7,138 yards and 53 touchdowns. He completed 63 percent of his passes as a senior (225-of-357) for 2,946 yards and 27 TDs. He was also a threat to run, totaling 2,160 yards and 32 touchdowns on 438 carries for his collegiate career.
While the Big Orange highlights were many, two stand out above the rest. In back-to-back weeks in his senior season (2016), Dobbs guided the Vols to a thrilling win over 38-28 Florida at Neyland Stadium and then threw a Hail Mary to Jauan Jennings on the final play to beat Georgia 34-31 in Athens as part of a 5-0 start to the season. With Dobbs leading the way, Tennessee beat Iowa in the TaxSlayer Bowl, Northwestern in the Outback Bowl and Nebraska in the Music City Bowl in consecutive seasons.
Dobbs majored in aerospace engineering at Tennessee, earning a spot on the SEC Academic Honor Roll and being presented UT’s 2017 Torchbearer Award.
Dobbs was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth round (135th pick overall) of the 2017 NFL draft and currently serves as the back-up to Ben Roethlisberger. He played in five games last season, completing 6-of-12 passes for 43 yards.
For more information on the event, call Hilldale Baptist Church Family Life Center at 931-368-0205 or visit the Facebook Event Page.
More Events this Summer at the Family Life Center
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First Tennessee BankNashville, TN – First Tennessee Bank announces that it has promoted Derek Dobbs, Brittney Doyle and Chastity Hyde to manager of the bank’s three financial centers in Clarksville.All three will report to Charlene Williams, senior vice president and regional sales manager.Dobbs has more than five years of banking experience and will lead the bank’s St. Bethlehem branch. He previously was a financial services representative with the bank’s Sumner County market i...
Nashville, TN – First Tennessee Bank announces that it has promoted Derek Dobbs, Brittney Doyle and Chastity Hyde to manager of the bank’s three financial centers in Clarksville.
All three will report to Charlene Williams, senior vice president and regional sales manager.
Dobbs has more than five years of banking experience and will lead the bank’s St. Bethlehem branch. He previously was a financial services representative with the bank’s Sumner County market in Gallatin, TN and joined First Tennessee in 2013 as a teller. Dobbs earned his associate of applied science degree in business management from Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin.
Doyle, who has more than five years of banking experience, will lead the bank’s Clarksville Main location. Doyle, who joined First Tennessee in early 2017, previously was manager of the Hilldale branch. She studied psychology and sociology at Austin Peay State University and University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Hyde has 10 years of banking experience and will lead the bank’s Hilldale branch. Hyde joined First Tennessee in early 2017 and previously was a financial services representative at the bank’s St. Bethlehem location. She earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration from Middle Tennessee State University.
“The promotion of these talented bankers is part of First Tennessee’s commitment to providing outstanding service to our customers in Clarksville, a new market for our bank gained through our recent merger with Capital Bank,” said the bank’s Middle Tennessee President Carol Yochem. “We are excited to add such a growing and vibrant market to our service area and look forward to building on our rich tradition of providing superior customer service to the community.”
Our First Tennessee and Capital Bank brands have the largest deposit market share in Tennessee, approximately 300 branches across the southeast U.S., and one of the highest customer retention rates of any bank in the country. We have been ranked by American Banker as No. 5 among the Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Banks. We were founded in 1864 and have the 14th oldest national bank charter in the country.
Our FTB Advisors wealth management group has more than 300 financial professionals and provides services to about $4.8 billion in assets under management. FTN Financial is a capital markets industry leader in fixed income sales, trading and strategies for institutional customers in the U.S. and abroad. First Tennessee, Capital Bank, FTB Advisors, and FTN Financial are part of First Horizon National Corp. (NYSE:FHN). We have been recognized as one of the nation’s best employers by American Banker magazine and the National Association for Female Executives.
More information is available at www.FirstTennessee.com and www.capitalbank-us.com
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