East Tennessee, specifically Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, was devastated by the recent wildfires. Several employees of LeConte Medical Center, located in nearby Sevierville, lost their primary and secondary homes. None of the hospital’s employees perished in the fires, but other community members have lost their lives and many are others still are unaccounted for.

As in the past, when natural disasters occur, the hospital community is coming together to help one another. If you would like to help, donations can be sent directly to LeConte Medical Center. Please send any checks to:

LMC Employee Assistance Fund
c/o Dr. Robert F. Thomas Foundation
LeConte Medical Center
744 Middle Creek Road, Suite #206
Sevierville, Tennessee 37862

If you wish to send a letter of support and encouragement, please send it to Jenny Hanson, President and CAO, at the above address.