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SGMC Health is proud to recognize Shanicia Turner, PCT II in the Main Emergency Department, as this month’s recipient of the Being Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Award. The award celebrates non-nursing team members who make a lasting difference through exceptional service, compassion, and dedication to patients, families, and fellow team members.  Turner was nominated by the […]

SGMC Health is celebrating two milestones in its efforts to improve access to early detection and advanced lung care: the launch of online self-scheduling for lung cancer screenings and the completion of its 100th robotic-assisted lung biopsy using the Ion robotic platform.

Flu activity is increasing earlier than usual this year, and SGMC Health is seeing the trend firsthand. With local flu cases significantly higher than this time last year, health system leaders are encouraging residents to take preventive measures and know where to seek care if they become sick.  The trend underscores the importance of taking […]

SGMC Health is expanding dining options at its Main Campus with the opening of The Eatery, a new 24/7 dining destination powered by Amazon Just Walk Out technology. SGMC Health was among the first hospitals nationwide to adopt the technology, bringing an innovative approach to around-the-clock dining in the healthcare setting. Developed in partnership with […]

SGMC Health welcomes Angela “Angie” Hollingsworth as Director of Laboratory Services. In this role, Hollingsworth will oversee clinical and anatomical pathology laboratory services across the health system, providing leadership focused on strong teams, efficient operations, and continued excellence in patient care. Hollingsworth brings 24 years of laboratory experience, including 13 years in leadership roles, and […]

SGMC Health is pleased to welcome Kelsey Bree Harper, MD, an obstetrician-gynecologist to its medical staff. Dr. Harper will provide obstetric and gynecologic care to patients at SGMC Health while continuing to care for patients at Southern OB/GYN in Valdosta. Dr. Harper provides comprehensive women’s healthcare through every stage of life, with clinical interests including […]

SGMC Health has named members of its Transfer Center team as Health System Heroes, recognizing their dedication, teamwork, and commitment to helping patients receive the right level of care, at the right location, at the right time.

SGMC Health has earned bronze recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) as a 2026 Joy in Medicine® organization, recognizing the health system’s commitment to supporting physician well-being and creating a healthier, more fulfilling work environment for providers.

SGMC Health has named SGMC Primary Care Greystone its Practice of the Quarter, celebrating a team whose compassionate, personalized approach has built lasting relationships and earned glowing praise from patients.

SGMC Health recognized Tom Lorino, CCP, LP, RRT, Perfusionist at SGMC Health Main, and Student Perfusionist Erik Tovar as the latest recipients of the Safe Care Award.