http://www.sgmc.org//news.aspxTue, 02 Apr 2013 19:31:17 GMTSouth Georgia Medical Center Generatorhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rsshttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_honors_retired_radiologist_with_naming.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_honors_retired_radiologist_with_naming.aspxDr. Charles F. Hobby, a recently retired radiologist who practiced medicine at South Georgia Medical Center for over 40 years, was honored today, June 13, 2013 Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_centers_top_ranked_spine_care_center_offers_bi-weekly_clinic_in_homerville.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_centers_top_ranked_spine_care_center_offers_bi-weekly_clinic_in_homerville.aspxValdosta, GA - South Georgia Medical Center in cooperation with Clinch Memorial Hospital will host a satellite clinic of the Spine Care Center beginning June 19th from 1 to 5 pm at Clinch Memorial Hospital.Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/cogent_hmg_announces_new_hospitalist_program_at_south_georgia_medical_center.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/cogent_hmg_announces_new_hospitalist_program_at_south_georgia_medical_center.aspxBRENTWOOD, Tenn. – Cogent HMG, a national leader in hospitalist and intensivist services for hospitals and post-acute care facilities, today announced the launch of the company’s latest full-service hospitalist program at South Georgia Medical CenterMon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_welcomes_youth_volunteers.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_welcomes_youth_volunteers.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center welcomes 45 Youth Volunteers to its annual summer program, Canopy of Care.Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_planned_telephone_outage_needed_for_switch_upgrade.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_planned_telephone_outage_needed_for_switch_upgrade.aspxOn Thursday, June 6, the telephone switch at South Georgia Medical Center will be undergoing an upgrade process beginning at 10 PM. Between 10 PM Thursday and 5 AM on Friday, June 7,Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/pearlman_cancer_center_observes_national_cancer_survivors_day_sunday_june_2.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/pearlman_cancer_center_observes_national_cancer_survivors_day_sunday_june_2.aspxNational Cancer Survivors Day is Sunday, June 2, 2013 and the Pearlman Cancer Center (PCC) at South Georgia Medical Center is hosting a survivors’ event called Hope Grows Here.Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_neil_ginty_receives_inaugural_assisted_living_certification.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_neil_ginty_receives_inaugural_assisted_living_certification.aspxNeil Ginty, Administrator of Lanier Health Services, recently became one of only 28 Certified Executive Directors for Assisted Living Communities in Georgia. Ginty also serves as the Administrator for South Georgia Medical Center’s Berrien campusThu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_campuses_celebrate_national_hospital_week.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_campuses_celebrate_national_hospital_week.aspxA hospital is more than a place where people go to heal, it is a part of the community that fosters health and represents hope. Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_volunteer_auxiliary_awards_pins.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_volunteer_auxiliary_awards_pins.aspxThe South Georgia Medical Center Volunteer Auxiliary recently awarded patches and pins for hours of service for September 2012 – February 2013 at an annual luncheon themed Birds of a Feather Flock Together.Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_celebrates_womens_health_week_with_three_events.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_celebrates_womens_health_week_with_three_events.aspxNational Women’s Health Week is celebrated May 13 – 17 and South Georgia Medical Center is hosting a series of events to promote awareness of common health problems in women.Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_pearlman_cancer_center_survivorship_kit_recognized_as_best_practice_by_the_commission_on_cancer.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_pearlman_cancer_center_survivorship_kit_recognized_as_best_practice_by_the_commission_on_cancer.aspxThe Cancer Survivorship Kit produced by the Pearlman Cancer Center was recognized by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons as a best practice model for community cancer center survivorship programs across the nation. Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_offers_free_skin_cancer_screenings.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_offers_free_skin_cancer_screenings.aspxSkin cancer is the most common of all cancers. It accounts for nearly half of all cancers in the United States. More Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_receives_the_silver_plus_award_for_stroke_care.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_receives_the_silver_plus_award_for_stroke_care.aspxMembers of the SGMC Stroke Team including Ken Kiser, Chief Nursing Officer; Lori Trouille, ANP-C; Neurohospitalist Dr. Brian Dawson; and Judy Warren, MSN, RN, CNL proudly accept the Stroke Silver Plus Performance Achievement Award from Jim Groover, Director of Quality Improvement Initiatives with the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. SGMC is the only Georgia hospital below Macon to achieve this distinction in superior stroke care.Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/pulmonary_services_receives_quality_respiratory_care_award.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/pulmonary_services_receives_quality_respiratory_care_award.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center has been recognized by the American Association for Respiratory Care as a Quality Respiratory Care hospital.Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_adds_mayo_clinic_telestroke_program.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_adds_mayo_clinic_telestroke_program.aspxDuring a stroke, which occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted by a blood clot or hemorrhage, every second matters. Residents of Valdosta and the surrounding area in need of emergency medical care for a stroke may now benefit from a “telestroke” program from Mayo Clinic Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/free_oral_cancer_screening.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/free_oral_cancer_screening.aspxIn recognition of April as Oral Cancer Awareness month, South Georgia Medical Center and its affiliated dentists, will be offering a free oral cancer screening Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_berrien_campus_ribbon-cutting.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_berrien_campus_ribbon-cutting.aspxBerrien County Hospital officially became part of the South Georgia Health System and unveiled its new name, the South Georgia Medical Center Berrien Campus, on April 1st at a 2:00 pmMon, 01 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Uploads/Files/News/GATREND_Valdosta_focusLR.pdfhttp://www.sgmc.org/Uploads/Files/News/GATREND_Valdosta_focusLR.pdfTue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_partners_with_local_pharmacy_to_educate_public_on_medication_safety.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_partners_with_local_pharmacy_to_educate_public_on_medication_safety.aspxVALDOSTA, GA – March 26, 2013 - South Georgia Medical Center and Chancy Drugs want to educate the community to “Know Your Prescriptions.” SGMC wants to promote awareness about the importance of keeping accurate records and learning about and understanding your medications during Medication Safety Week, April 1 – 7, 2013. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_wins_members_choice_award.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_wins_members_choice_award.aspxFri, 22 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/main_entrance_circular_driveway_designated_for_patient_pick-up_and_drop-off_only.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/main_entrance_circular_driveway_designated_for_patient_pick-up_and_drop-off_only.aspxWed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/foundation_recognizes_family.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/foundation_recognizes_family.aspxThe South Georgia Medical Center Foundation recently held a luncheon to recognize the Louie Flythe family for their commitment and real estate value giftMon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_named_to_georgia_hospital_associations_hospital_engagement_network_safety_leaders_circle.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_named_to_georgia_hospital_associations_hospital_engagement_network_safety_leaders_circle.aspxATLANTA – South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta has been named to the Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) Hospital Engagement Network (HEN) Safety Leaders Circle,Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/training_for_reach_to_recovery_volunteers.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/training_for_reach_to_recovery_volunteers.aspxThe Pearlman Cancer Center and American Cancer Society have teamed up to offer training for Reach To Recovery.Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_stroke_program_receives_two_prestigious_coverdell_awards.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_stroke_program_receives_two_prestigious_coverdell_awards.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center has been awarded the “Georgia Coverdell Champion Hospital of the Year” for stroke care in the medium-sized hospital category, (101 to 350 beds) for 2013. Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/transfer_of_berrien_county_hospital_ownership_postponed_to_march_31.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/transfer_of_berrien_county_hospital_ownership_postponed_to_march_31.aspxThe transfer of ownership of Berrien County Hospital is subject to the giving of a number of notices mandated by federal regulations. Circumstances have prevented timely compliance with one of the notice provisions required by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services before that federal agency will approve the transfer.Mon, 18 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_smith_northview_hospital_collect_donations_for_hurricane_sandy_relief.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_smith_northview_hospital_collect_donations_for_hurricane_sandy_relief.aspxThe Care Share Committee at SGMC and Smith Northview Hospital, a campus of SGMC, held a drive on Friday, February 8thMon, 18 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_diabetes_management_program_receives_certification.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_diabetes_management_program_receives_certification.aspxThe Diabetes Self-Management Education Program at South Georgia Medical Center’s Diabetes Management Center has received four-year accreditation from the American Diabetes Association Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.orghttp://www.georgiatrend.com/http://www.sgmc.orghttp://www.georgiatrend.com/Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.orghttp://valdostaceo.com/features/2013/01/south-georgia-medical-center-ceo-reviews-state-health-care-2013/http://www.sgmc.orghttp://valdostaceo.com/features/2013/01/south-georgia-medical-center-ceo-reviews-state-health-care-2013/Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/louis_smith_memorial_hospital_wins_statewide_patient_safety_award.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/louis_smith_memorial_hospital_wins_statewide_patient_safety_award.aspxThe Partnership for Health and Accountability (PHA) presented its prestigious Quality and Patient Safety Award to Louis Smith Memorial Hospital in Lakeland for its project that reduced Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/vsu_students_perform_at_sgmc.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/vsu_students_perform_at_sgmc.aspxValdosta State University Professor Dr. Shannon Lowe and a group of oboe and bassoon students from Valdosta State University performed a musical mix of Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_tim_brogdon_wins_statewide_hospital_hero_award.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_tim_brogdon_wins_statewide_hospital_hero_award.aspxATLANTA – South Georgia Medical Center (SGMC) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Chief Tim Brogdon was awarded the prestigious Georgia Hospital Heroes Award at the Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/2012_love_light_tree_to_benefit_stories_of_healing_campaign.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/2012_love_light_tree_to_benefit_stories_of_healing_campaign.aspxDuring December, you can honor or memorialize a loved one by donating a taxSat, 01 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Uploads/Files/News/Diabetes recognition Dr Lawrence NCQA.pdfhttp://www.sgmc.org/Uploads/Files/News/Diabetes recognition Dr Lawrence NCQA.pdfFri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/neonatal_intensive_care_unit_celebrates.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/neonatal_intensive_care_unit_celebrates.aspxSGMC’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit recently marked its first anniversary by inviting babies who received care in the unit’s first year to a special celebration.Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/chamber_celebrates_winners_in_the_workforce.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/chamber_celebrates_winners_in_the_workforce.aspx Smiles and applause filled the air as those typically working behind the scenes of a business were standing tall before 300 Chamber members and guests at the annual World Class Employee Recognition breakfast on Tuesday. Twenty-four area employees and supervisors Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/glycemic_management_in_the_inpatient_population.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/glycemic_management_in_the_inpatient_population.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center’s Diabetes Management Center and the Valdosta State University College of Nursing cosponsored a program entitled Glycemic Management of the Inpatient Population on November 7th at Valdosta State University.Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_neonatologist_receives_top_honor.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_neonatologist_receives_top_honor.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center neonatologist Dr. Christopher Young was recently named recipient of the Young Physician of the Year Award Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/kohls_and_sgmc_fund_health_promotion_for_local_children.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/kohls_and_sgmc_fund_health_promotion_for_local_children.aspxKohl's Department Store, through the Kohl's Cares® cause merchandise program, has given over $164,000 to the SGMC Foundation in the past six years to promote children’s health and wellness in our community.Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_planned_telephone_outage_needed_for_switch_upgrade.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_planned_telephone_outage_needed_for_switch_upgrade.aspxOn Wednesday, November 14, the telephone switch at South Georgia Medical Center will be taken down for maintenance at 3 AM.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_and_the_valdosta_mall_celebrate_great_american_smoke_out.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_and_the_valdosta_mall_celebrate_great_american_smoke_out.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center will be joining forces with the Valdosta Mall, South Health District, and the American Cancer Society to encourage people to quit smoking, dipping, or chewing tobacco products. In honor of the American Cancer Society's annual Great American Smokeout,Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/the_hospital_authority_of_valdosta_and_lowndes_county_georgia_announces_acquisition_of_berrien_county_hospital.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/the_hospital_authority_of_valdosta_and_lowndes_county_georgia_announces_acquisition_of_berrien_county_hospital.aspxThe Board of Trustees of the Hospital Authority of Valdosta and Lowndes County, Georgia, d/b/a South Georgia Medical Center and Smith Northview Hospital, and the co-owners of Berrien County Hospital, Mr. Chuck E. Jabaley and Mr. Frederick Lester, jointly announce that the Hospital Authority is purchasing Berrien County Hospital.Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_volunteer_auxiliary_awards_pins_and_installs_officers.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_volunteer_auxiliary_awards_pins_and_installs_officers.aspxThe South Georgia Medical Center Volunteer Auxiliary recently awarded patches and pins for hours of service and installed officers for 2012-2013 at an annual luncheon themed Sowing Seeds of Service.Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_retired_ceo_james_mcgahee_honored.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_retired_ceo_james_mcgahee_honored.aspxThe Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals (GACH) honored James McGahee, recently-retired CEO of South Georgia Medical Center (SGMC) in Valdosta, as its 2012 CEO of the Year.Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/kohls_presents_check_to_sgmc_foundation_for_child_safety_program.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/kohls_presents_check_to_sgmc_foundation_for_child_safety_program.aspxA breakfast was held recently at South Georgia Medical Center to celebrate the partnership between SGMC and Kohl’s Department Store and to announce their 2012-2013 initiative entitled Connecting Kids to Safety.Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_stops_its_annual_drive-thru_flu_shot_clinic.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_stops_its_annual_drive-thru_flu_shot_clinic.aspxDue to the widespread availability of flu vaccines from various vendors around the region, South Georgia Medical Center has decided to forgo its annual Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic this year.Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_changes_in_organizational_leadership.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_changes_in_organizational_leadership.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center announces three internal promotions. Johnny Ball has been named the new assistant administrator of human resources; Bob Foster has been promoted to the executive level as the chief information officer Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/outpatient_center_entrance_and_admissions_relocate_to_main_lobby_due_to_patient_tower_progress.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/outpatient_center_entrance_and_admissions_relocate_to_main_lobby_due_to_patient_tower_progress.aspxConstruction progress on the patient tower at South Georgia Medical Center necessitates relocation of the Outpatient Center entrance on Monday, Sept. 17 until the new patient tower construction is complete in fall, 2013. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_to_host_free_prostate_cancer_screening_in_september.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_to_host_free_prostate_cancer_screening_in_september.aspxSeptember is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and South Georgia Medical Center is urging men to take responsibility for their prostate health. On Thursday, September 13 from 6pm – 8pm at the Pearlman Cancer Center,Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_recognized_for_providing_quality_treatment_for_stroke_the_third_leading_cause_of_death_in_georgia.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_recognized_for_providing_quality_treatment_for_stroke_the_third_leading_cause_of_death_in_georgia.aspxAccording to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, stroke is one of the leading causes of death and serious, long-term disability in the United States. Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/new_leaders_at_sgmc.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/new_leaders_at_sgmc.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center is pleased to welcome Linda Lawson, RN, MSN, NEA, as its new Assistant Chief Nursing Officer.Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/5-west_goes_electronic_sgmc_begins_emr.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/5-west_goes_electronic_sgmc_begins_emr.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center is one step closer to implementing its Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE) electronic medical record (EMR) initiative. Beginning Tuesday, August 7, SGMCWed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/grand_opening_held_for_sgmcs_parking_deck.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/grand_opening_held_for_sgmcs_parking_deck.aspxThe ribbon cutting for the new 5-story parking deck at South Georgia Medical Center was held Tuesday, July 31, 2012. The Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce facilitated the ribbon cutting Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.orghttp://valdostadailytimes.com/local/x1146343085/Safe-Kidshttp://www.sgmc.orghttp://valdostadailytimes.com/local/x1146343085/Safe-KidsThu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/dr_young_receives_neonatal-perinatal_certification.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/dr_young_receives_neonatal-perinatal_certification.aspxChristopher Young, MD, staff neonatologist at The Birthplace at South Georgia Medical Center, recently achieved subspecialty certification in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine from the American Board of Pediatrics. Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/foundation_campaign_exceeds_one_million_mark.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/foundation_campaign_exceeds_one_million_mark.aspxThe South Georgia Medical Center Foundation announced last week that they have accepted a financial pledge from Mr. and Mrs. Joe V. Dasher Jr. Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/partnership_cancer_fund_receives_funds.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/partnership_cancer_fund_receives_funds.aspxOrganizers of the annual Hahira Cancer Day recently presented this year’s contribution of over $3,000 for the Partnership Cancer Fund to Bridgett Young, Director of the Pearlman Cancer Center at SGMC.Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_named_business_member_of_the_year.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_named_business_member_of_the_year.aspxThis week, Valdosta Sam’s Club named South Georgia Medical Center the Business Member of the Year for 2011.Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_welcomes_2012_youth_volunteers.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_welcomes_2012_youth_volunteers.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center welcomes its 2012 Youth Volunteers. During an 8-week program directed by the Patient Relations and Guest Services department, Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/seniors_walk_for_health.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/seniors_walk_for_health.aspxAround 130 seniors gathered at the Senior Citizens Center today for the annual Seniors’ Walk sponsored by South Georgia Medical Center and the Valdosta – Lowndes County Parks and Recreation Authority. Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/bike_smart_2012_a_success.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/bike_smart_2012_a_success.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center, Kohl’s Department Store and the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Department hosted the bike safety program Bike Smart! on Saturday, May 19th, at SGMC’s Surgery Center parking lotWed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/five_sgmc_employees_receive_chaa_certification.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/five_sgmc_employees_receive_chaa_certification.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center congratulates five employees for achieving certification as certified healthcare access associates (CHAA).Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_mobile_healthcare_service_celebrates_40_years.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_mobile_healthcare_service_celebrates_40_years.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center honored its Mobile Healthcare Service with a 40th anniversary banquet on Tuesday, May 22 in celebration of National EMS Week.Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/check_presentation_from_georgia_power.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/check_presentation_from_georgia_power.aspxThe Georgia Power Foundation recently presented a check for $25,000 to the South Georgia Medical Center Foundation. Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/physicians_complete_physician_leadership_program_at_sgmc.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/physicians_complete_physician_leadership_program_at_sgmc.aspxFifteen members of the South Georgia Medical Center Medical Staff recently completed medical staff leadership training conducted by The Institute for Medical Leadership, a consulting firm located in Pacific Palisades, CA. Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/new_parking_lot_marks_growth_at_smith_northview.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/new_parking_lot_marks_growth_at_smith_northview.aspxCommunity supporters and members of the hospital family came together to break ground for a new parking lot at SMITH Northview Hospital, a campus of SGMC, on Wednesday, May 9. Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_celebrates_national_hospital_week.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_celebrates_national_hospital_week.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center will honor its employees in a variety of ways during National Hospital Week, May 6-12.Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_volunteer_auxiliary_awards_pins.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_volunteer_auxiliary_awards_pins.aspxThe South Georgia Medical Center Volunteer Auxiliary recently awarded patches and pins for hours of service at their annual “Thank Pink” luncheon.Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_changes_at_greenleaf.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_changes_at_greenleaf.aspxThe Hospital Authority of Valdosta and Lowndes County, D/B/A South Georgia Medical Center announces that it has entered into a management agreement and letter of intent to sell Greenleaf Center to ACADIA Healthcare of Franklin, Tennessee. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_changes_to_youth_care.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_changes_to_youth_care.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center is planning a series of changes affecting its Youth Care and Phone Triage services. On Monday, April 30, Youth Care, SGMC’s after-hours pediatric clinic, will move from its current locationFri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/mayor_gayle_visits_sgmc.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/mayor_gayle_visits_sgmc.aspxValdosta Mayor John Gayle toured South Georgia Medical Center on Wednesday, April 4th to better acquaint himself with the vast services and specialties provided at the medical center.Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/winners_announced_in_doctors_day_peoples_choice_awards.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/winners_announced_in_doctors_day_peoples_choice_awards.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center hosted its annual Doctors Day breakfast at its SMITH Northview and Main campuses on Friday, March 30.Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/medics_honored_for_saving_lives.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/medics_honored_for_saving_lives.aspxTwelve employees of South Georgia Medical Center’s Mobile HealthCare Services were recently presented Life Saver award medals by the Southwest Georgia Region 8 EMS Council.Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/patten_receives_prestigious_regional_ems_award.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/patten_receives_prestigious_regional_ems_award.aspxLanier County Emergency Medical Services Director Randy Patten was awarded the EMS Director of the Year award for 2012 at the Region 8 EMS awards banquet held at Spence Field in Moultrie.Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/bel_canto_2012_april_22_2012.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/bel_canto_2012_april_22_2012.aspxFri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/david_retterbush_named_medical_director_at_sgmc_wound_healing_center.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/david_retterbush_named_medical_director_at_sgmc_wound_healing_center.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center announces the appointment of David Retterbush, MD, FACS, FACG as the new medical director at the Wound Healing Center. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_pearlman_cancer_center_becomes_diamond_angel_sponsor.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_pearlman_cancer_center_becomes_diamond_angel_sponsor.aspxThe American Cancer Society is proud to announce that the Pearlman Cancer Center of South Georgia Medical Center is a Diamond Angel Sponsor for the 2012 Relay for Life of Lowndes County. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_leaders_become_certified_in_lean_health_care.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_leaders_become_certified_in_lean_health_care.aspxHealthcare professionals from South Georgia Medical Center recently became some of the first in Georgia to obtain a professional certificate in lean healthcare from Georgia Tech.Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/louis_smith_memorial_hospital_hit_by_afternoon_tornado.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/louis_smith_memorial_hospital_hit_by_afternoon_tornado.aspxAt approximately 12:45 pm today (March 3), a tornado touched down in an area behind Louis Smith Memorial Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital located on Thigpen Avenue in Lakeland, GA,Sat, 03 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_employees_contribute_470000_for_new_tower_construction.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_employees_contribute_470000_for_new_tower_construction.aspxA capital campaign is underway at South Georgia Medical Center and hospital employees have stepped up to the giving plate generating over $470,000 in support of the Stories of Healing campaign.Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/local_elementary_school_gives_hope_to_cancer_patients.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/local_elementary_school_gives_hope_to_cancer_patients.aspxWestside Elementary School (WES) instructors are doing more than just teaching their students the basics of arts and crafts; they are inspiring students to have a purpose behind their paintings.Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_receives_49499_for_childrens_outreach_from_kohls.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_receives_49499_for_childrens_outreach_from_kohls.aspxKohl's Department Store, through the Kohl's Cares® cause merchandise program, has given over $164,000 to the SGMC Foundation in the past 6 years to promote children’s health and wellness in our community. Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_mobile_healthcare_services_ems_turns_40.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_mobile_healthcare_services_ems_turns_40.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center’s Mobile Healthcare Services (MHCS) celebrates 40 years of community service on Sunday, February 12, 2012. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_heart_health_expo_and_other_events.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_heart_health_expo_and_other_events.aspxFebruary is Heart Health Month and SGMC’s Dasher Heart Center is planning various activities to promote community awareness of heart diseaseTue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/oral_cancer_screening.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/oral_cancer_screening.aspxThe Pearlman Cancer Center, local dentists, oral surgeons and otolaryngologists come together to offer free oral cancer screenings to promote oral cancer awareness.Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_lab_re-accredited.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_lab_re-accredited.aspxThe Commission on Laboratory Accreditation of the College of American Pathologist (CAP) has awarded re-accreditation to the South Georgia Medical Center Main Laboratory. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_provides_support_to_help_mend_little_hearts.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_provides_support_to_help_mend_little_hearts.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center is raising awareness about pediatric heart defects and disease through a new local support group, Mended Little Hearts. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/louis_smith_memorial_hospital_honored_for_achievements_in_patient_safety.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/louis_smith_memorial_hospital_honored_for_achievements_in_patient_safety.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center proudly announces that its affiliate hospital, Louis Smith Memorial Hospital in Lakeland, GA, has become the first Critical Access Hospital* in the state to be named to the Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) prestigious Circle of Excellence. Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Uploads/Files/News/Cervical_VDT_2012.pdfhttp://www.sgmc.org/Uploads/Files/News/Cervical_VDT_2012.pdfThe Annual Free Cervical Cancer Screening will be held on January 19, 2012 from 5 - 8pm at the Pearlman Cancer Center. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/portion_of_cowart_street_to_be_closed_for_sgmc_construction.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/portion_of_cowart_street_to_be_closed_for_sgmc_construction.aspxBeginning Monday January 9, 2012, a section of Cowart Street will be closed for approximately six months during which time SGMC will be constructing a new generator building. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_first_baby_of_the_new_year.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_first_baby_of_the_new_year.aspxThe first baby of 2012 arrived at The Birthplace at SGMC at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, January 1st. Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_employees_go_above_and_beyond.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_employees_go_above_and_beyond.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center employees go above and beyond to help deserving families. Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/brogdon_receives_prestigious_governors_public_safety_award.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/brogdon_receives_prestigious_governors_public_safety_award.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center’s Chief of Mobile Healthcare Services, Tim Brogdon, was honored with the Governor’s Public Safety Award on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at The Capitol in Atlanta.Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_named_top_10_georgia_hospital_for_spine_surgery_and_heart_surgery.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_named_top_10_georgia_hospital_for_spine_surgery_and_heart_surgery.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center has been recognized as a top-10 Georgia hospital for spine surgery and cardiac surgery for the second consecutive year. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/smith_northviews_joseph_m_still_burn_clinic_celebrates_its_first_anniversary.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/smith_northviews_joseph_m_still_burn_clinic_celebrates_its_first_anniversary.aspxToday, December 7, 2011 marks the first anniversary of the establishment of the Joseph M. Still Outpatient Burn Clinic at SMITH Northview Hospital. Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/2011_love_light_tree_to_benefit_stories_of_healing_campaign.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/2011_love_light_tree_to_benefit_stories_of_healing_campaign.aspxThis holiday season, you can honor a loved one or memorialize a loved one who has passed away by donating a tax-deductible gift of $15 or more to the South Georgia Medical Center Love Light Tree.Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/young_promoted_at_sgmc.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/young_promoted_at_sgmc.aspxSGMC congratulates Bridgett Young, RN, OCN, for her recent promotion to Director of Cancer Services for the Pearlman Comprehensive Cancer Center. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/silver_cross_society_dinner_2011.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/silver_cross_society_dinner_2011.aspxIn celebration of another successful year, the distinguished members of the Silver Cross Society of the South Georgia Medical Center FoundationFri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_and_the_ymca_want_you_to_kick_the_habit.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_and_the_ymca_want_you_to_kick_the_habit.aspxSGMC and the Valdosta YMCA will celebrate Great American Smokeout Day, Thursday November 17, 2011 from 11am until 1pm at the YMCA.Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/dasher_heart_center_hosts_10th_anniversary_celebration.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/dasher_heart_center_hosts_10th_anniversary_celebration.aspxOn Sunday, November 6th, South Georgia Medical Center’s Dasher Heart Center honored over 100 former patients with a reception held at the VSU University Center. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/groundbreaking_marks_the_largest_expansion_in_sgmcs_history.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/groundbreaking_marks_the_largest_expansion_in_sgmcs_history.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center hosted a community groundbreaking celebration for the new Dasher Heart Center and 5-Story Patient Tower on Wednesday, November 2, 2011, on the 10th anniversary of the first open heart surgery and percutaneous intervention (angioplasty) at the Dasher Heart Center at SGMC.Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_ambulances_now_equipped_with_electronic_patient_records.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_ambulances_now_equipped_with_electronic_patient_records.aspxAlthough electronic data transfer through wireless systems is commonplace in most hospitals, having this same capability in a moving ambulance has been more difficult to achieve. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_emergency_department_visits_dewar_elementary_for_teddy_bear_clinic.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_center_emergency_department_visits_dewar_elementary_for_teddy_bear_clinic.aspxOn Tuesday, October 11, members of the SGMC Emergency Department provided a mobile Teddy Bear Clinic for several classes at Dewar Elementary School.Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/williams_is_new_outpatient_program_director_at_greenleaf_center.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/williams_is_new_outpatient_program_director_at_greenleaf_center.aspxLicensed professional counselor and acting clinical director for Inpatient Services Kelly Williams is the new Outpatient program director at Greenleaf Center. Williams will continue to maintain her role as acting clinical director for Inpatient Services in addition to her promotion. Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sheila_sheppard_joins_greenleaf_as_the_director_of_nursing.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sheila_sheppard_joins_greenleaf_as_the_director_of_nursing.aspxGreenleaf Center is proud to announce that Sheila Sheppard is the new Director of Nursing. Sheppard comes to Greenleaf after providing leadership to the nursing staff of Emerald Coast, a 90-bed behavioral health hospital located in Panama City, Florida.Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_and_ymca_hosted_a_lunch_and_learn_on_signs_and_symptoms_of_a_stroke.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_and_ymca_hosted_a_lunch_and_learn_on_signs_and_symptoms_of_a_stroke.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center and the YMCA hosted a lunch and learn about the dangers of Stroke on Wednesday, September 28 at the YMCA.Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_cardiac_rehabilitation_program_re-certified_by_industry_leader.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_cardiac_rehabilitation_program_re-certified_by_industry_leader.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center is proud to announce the re-certification of its cardiac rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) for another 3-year period. The re-certification recognizes SGMC for its commitment to improving the quality of life by enhancing standards of care.Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_centers_acquisition_of_smith_northview_hospital_finalized.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/south_georgia_medical_centers_acquisition_of_smith_northview_hospital_finalized.aspxThe sale of Smith Northview Hospital to South Georgia Medical Center was completed on Thursday, September 1st. Smith Northview Hospital’s name will not change. It will operate as Smith Northview Hospital, a campus of SGMC. The acquisition of the 45-bed facility makes SGMC the 17th largest hospital in Georgia.Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/vsu-sgmc_nursing_alliance_cooperative_prepares_and_recognizes_clinical_nurse_leaders.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/vsu-sgmc_nursing_alliance_cooperative_prepares_and_recognizes_clinical_nurse_leaders.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center and the Valdosta State University College of Nursing are pleased to recognize seven SGMC Master’s prepared nurses and 10 members of the VSU College of Nursing faculty with new clinical nurse leader (CNL) credentials.Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_program_targets_stroke_patients.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_program_targets_stroke_patients.aspxEvery 40 seconds, someone in the US suffers a stroke—a brain attack. To help address these alarming statistics, South Georgia Medical Center has developed a new stroke program within the SGMC Emergency Department.Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sauls_named_sgmc_ceo.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sauls_named_sgmc_ceo.aspxOn August 1, longtime South Georgia Medical Center Chief Executive Officer James McGahee will retire and former Chief Operating Officer and Administrator Randy Sauls will become the hospital’s new CEO.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/henderson_family_donates_10000_to_sgmc_foundation.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/henderson_family_donates_10000_to_sgmc_foundation.aspxBeverly & Doug Henderson presented a check for $10,000 from the Doug Henderson III, Memorial Fund to the South Georgia Medical Center Foundation during a luncheon on July 25, 2011.Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_now_offers_phase_iii_cardiac_rehab_at_the_ymca.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_now_offers_phase_iii_cardiac_rehab_at_the_ymca.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center, in cooperation with the Valdosta YMCA, will begin offering Phase III Cardiac Rehab at the YMCA on Gornto Road from 8 am to 12 noon on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays beginning July 22.Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_opens_the_regions_first_free-standing_imaging_center_and_womens_imaging_center.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_opens_the_regions_first_free-standing_imaging_center_and_womens_imaging_center.aspxThe new Imaging Center and Women’s Imaging Center at South Georgia Medical Center opens for business on Monday, August 1, 2011. Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/mens_health_day.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/mens_health_day.aspxSGMC and In the Game Magazine present Men's Health Day on Saturday, July 23, 2011 from 10am - 12pm at the Rainwater Conference Center.Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_nurses_attain_national_certification_in_emergency_nursing.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_nurses_attain_national_certification_in_emergency_nursing.aspxSix Emergency Department nurses at South Georgia Medical Center have successfully completed the examination for national certification in emergency nursing, administered by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN).Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_mindy_bates_recognized_as_great_ambassador.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_mindy_bates_recognized_as_great_ambassador.aspxMindy Bates has been named as South Georgia Medical Center’s G.R.E.A.T. Ambassador. Created by the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA), this designation celebrates Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/valwood_students_donate_books_to_sgmc.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/valwood_students_donate_books_to_sgmc.aspxJennifer Hornkohl’s fifth grade class from Valwood School recently presented a large box of new books to the South Georgia Medical Center Pediatric unit.Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/texas_roadhouses_andy_armadillo_at_sgmc.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/texas_roadhouses_andy_armadillo_at_sgmc.aspxTexas Roadhouse’s Andy Armadillo shakes hands with 9-year-old Bradley Dart while visiting South Georgia Medical Center’s Pediatric unitThu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_names_the_paramedic_and_rookie_of_the_year.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_names_the_paramedic_and_rookie_of_the_year.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center’s Mobile Health Care Services (EMS) recently hosted its annual Emergency Medical Service recognition and awards banquet to commemorate National Emergency Medical Services Week. Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_volunteer_auxiliary_awards_pins.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_volunteer_auxiliary_awards_pins.aspxThe South Georgia Medical Center Volunteer Auxiliary recently awarded patches and pins for hours of service and presented scholarships at their annual “Thank Pink” luncheon.Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_acquisition_of_smith_northview_hospital.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_acquisition_of_smith_northview_hospital.aspxThe Board of Trustees of Hospital Authority of Valdosta and Lowndes County, Georgia, d/b/a South Georgia Medical Center and the Board of Directors of Smith Northview Hospital jointly announce that SGMC is acquiring Smith Northview Hospital Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_celebrates_national_hospital_week.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_celebrates_national_hospital_week.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center will honor its employees in a variety of ways during National Hospital Week which begins SundayMon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/free_skin_cancer_screenings.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/free_skin_cancer_screenings.aspxFREE Skin Cancer Screenings each Thursday in May. Register today!Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/opera_concert_to_benefit_pearlman_cancer_center.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/opera_concert_to_benefit_pearlman_cancer_center.aspxThe South Georgia Medical Center Foundation will host its third annual Valdosta Bel Canto Concert at the Park Avenue United Methodist Church on Mother’s Day, May 8, 2011 at 4:00 P.M. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_a_program_of_surgical_robotics_using_the_da_vinci_si_surgical_system.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_a_program_of_surgical_robotics_using_the_da_vinci_si_surgical_system.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center is pleased to introduce the da Vinci® Si™ Surgical System to our operating room and to our community. The arrival of the da Vinci Surgical System marks the beginning of a robotic-assisted surgery program at SGMC.Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/medics_honored_for_saving_lives_and_helping_children.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/medics_honored_for_saving_lives_and_helping_children.aspxSeven employees of South Georgia Medical Center's Mobile Healthcare Services were recently presented awards by the Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_generates_601000000_for_local_economy.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_generates_601000000_for_local_economy.aspxIn 2009, South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta generated approximately $601,000,000 in revenue for the local economyTue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/renovations_underway_to_facilitate_cpoe_at_sgmc.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/renovations_underway_to_facilitate_cpoe_at_sgmc.aspxIn preparation for Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE), an electronic medical record(EMR) initiative at South Georgia Medical Center, renovations are currently underway...Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_two_new_imaging_services_-_digital_mammography_and_breast_mri.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_announces_two_new_imaging_services_-_digital_mammography_and_breast_mri.aspxThe Medical Imaging department at South Georgia Medical Center announces the provision of two advanced imaging services - digital mammography and breast MRI.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_dasher_heart_center_announces_availability_of_revo_mri_surescan_pacing_system.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_dasher_heart_center_announces_availability_of_revo_mri_surescan_pacing_system.aspxSGMC’s Dasher Heart Center announced that it will be offering the Revo MRI™ SureScan® pacing system, the first MR-Conditional pacing system designed, tested and FDA approved for use in the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) environment. Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/kohls_and_sgmc_donate_funding_to_local_schools.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/kohls_and_sgmc_donate_funding_to_local_schools.aspxKohl's Department Store, through the Kohl's Cares program, has given over $115,000 to the SGMC FoundationMon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/stroke_symposium_provides_valuable_resources.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/stroke_symposium_provides_valuable_resources.aspxThe annual Stroke Symposium will be held February 4th from 11am - 2pm in SGMC's Educational ClassroomsMon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/free_oral_cancer_screening.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/free_oral_cancer_screening.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center will host a free Oral Cancer Screening. Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/annual_heart_health_expo_scheduled_for_february_12th.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/annual_heart_health_expo_scheduled_for_february_12th.aspxThe annual Heart Health Expo is held each February in celebration of Heart Month.Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_foundation_hosts_annual_dinner.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_foundation_hosts_annual_dinner.aspxDistinguished members of the Silver Cross Society were recognized and thanked from South Georgia Medical Center FoundationMon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_named_top_10_georgia_hospital_for_heart_and_spine_care.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_named_top_10_georgia_hospital_for_heart_and_spine_care.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center has been recognized as a top 10 Georgia hospital for cardiac and spine care.Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_is_now_offering_infant_cpr_classes_in_area_health_departments.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_is_now_offering_infant_cpr_classes_in_area_health_departments.aspxClasses will be offered every other month for expecting parents or parents with children less than a year old. Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_welcomes_new_years_baby.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_welcomes_new_years_baby.aspxWhitney Webb and Brian Roy are the proud parents of the SGMC New Year's Baby.Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/honor_a_loved_one_with_the_sgmc_love_light_tree.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/honor_a_loved_one_with_the_sgmc_love_light_tree.aspxThis holiday season, you can honor a loved one or memorialize a loved one who has passed away by donating a tax-deductible gift of $15 or more to the South Georgia Medical Center Love Light Tree. Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_wants_you_to_kick_the_habit.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_wants_you_to_kick_the_habit.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center and South Health District willWed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/volunteer_auxiliary_installs_new_officers_awards_pins.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/volunteer_auxiliary_installs_new_officers_awards_pins.aspxAuxiliary officers for Fiscal Year 2011 areSat, 16 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_employees_receive_flu_shots.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_employees_receive_flu_shots.aspxDemonstrating her commitment to theWed, 06 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/call_schedule_prevent.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/call_schedule_prevent.aspxSGMC will hold it's annual Clinical Breast Cancer ScreeningWed, 22 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/diabetes_patient_speaks_out_about_taking_control_of_the_disease.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/diabetes_patient_speaks_out_about_taking_control_of_the_disease.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center's Diabetes Management Center willWed, 15 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/diabetes_physician_dies.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/diabetes_physician_dies.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center and the SGMC Diabetes Management CenterFri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_now_offering_infant_cpr_classes_in_area_health_departments.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_now_offering_infant_cpr_classes_in_area_health_departments.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center's Women and Children Department is nowWed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_awarded_accreditation_from_the_joint_commission.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_awarded_accreditation_from_the_joint_commission.aspxBy demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission's national standardsThu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/a_simple_screening_can_save_your_life.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/a_simple_screening_can_save_your_life.aspxSGMC will hold it's annual Prostate Cancer Screening onWed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_provides_high-tech_equipment_to_area_ambulance_services.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_provides_high-tech_equipment_to_area_ambulance_services.aspxIn order to speed life-giving intervention to heart patientsWed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/howard_recognized_for_role_in_skin_cancer_screenings.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/howard_recognized_for_role_in_skin_cancer_screenings.aspxSGMC'S affiliated Dermatologist Dr. William Howard wasWed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/greenleaf_partial_hospitalization_program_is_a_new_benefit_for_tri-care_enrollees.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/greenleaf_partial_hospitalization_program_is_a_new_benefit_for_tri-care_enrollees.aspxThe Partial Hospitalization Program is Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/kohls_donates_44983_to_sgmc_for_childrens_programs.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/kohls_donates_44983_to_sgmc_for_childrens_programs.aspxSGMC Foundation board member; Elizabeth VickersThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/lanier_health_services_receives_second_donation_from_oaklawn_foundation.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/lanier_health_services_receives_second_donation_from_oaklawn_foundation.aspxLanier Health Services administrator, Neil GintyTue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/golf_tournament_benefits_hospice_of_south_georgia_and_langdale_hospice_house.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/golf_tournament_benefits_hospice_of_south_georgia_and_langdale_hospice_house.aspxBeverly Henderson presents a check for $10,000Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/heart_cath_now_performed_through_the_wrist_at_sgmc.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/heart_cath_now_performed_through_the_wrist_at_sgmc.aspxSGMC is the first hospital in the regionThu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/gudjonsson_joins_heart_surgery_center.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/gudjonsson_joins_heart_surgery_center.aspxThe Heart Surgery Center andMon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/lawrence_recognized_for_diabetes_expertise_through_practiceshare.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/lawrence_recognized_for_diabetes_expertise_through_practiceshare.aspxSGMC affiliated endocrinologistMon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/dr_samuel_ofori_receives_2009_patients_choice_award.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/dr_samuel_ofori_receives_2009_patients_choice_award.aspxThe Patient's Choice AwardMon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/nurses_recognized_for_positive_impact_to_patients_and_community.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/nurses_recognized_for_positive_impact_to_patients_and_community.aspxVSU's College of Nursing will present twoMon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/hospital_generates_157_million_for_laniers_economy.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/hospital_generates_157_million_for_laniers_economy.aspxIn 2007, Louis Smith Memorial Hospital in LakelandThu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_lab_re-accredited_by_cap_aabb.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmcs_lab_re-accredited_by_cap_aabb.aspxThe Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologist (CAP) hasMon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/lady_golfers_support_breast_cancer_rehab.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/lady_golfers_support_breast_cancer_rehab.aspxOn Tuesday, February 9, members of the Stone Creek LadiesMon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/louis_smith_hospital_wins_2009_patient_quality_and_safety_award.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/louis_smith_hospital_wins_2009_patient_quality_and_safety_award.aspxLouis Smith Memorial Hospital received the first place 2009Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/cancer_survivorship_program_published_in_hospital_practice_magazine.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/cancer_survivorship_program_published_in_hospital_practice_magazine.aspxProfessional staff have recentlyFri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_opens_occupational_industrial_medicine_center_and_primary_care_center.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_opens_occupational_industrial_medicine_center_and_primary_care_center.aspxNew construction totaling 5,600 square feet wasMon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_medical_staff_elects_new_officers.aspxhttp://www.sgmc.org/Articles/sgmc_medical_staff_elects_new_officers.aspxSouth Georgia Medical Center announces the names of the new Medical Staff officers for 2010. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT