SGMC News & Events

SGMC Health is excited to announce the addition of Roohi Farooq, MD, to the health system. Dr. Farooq joins as a neurohospitalist, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.  Neurologists are medical professionals who diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, including strokes, seizures, multiple sclerosis, and […]

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and a commitment to women’s health, SGMC Health’s Breast Center is offering 125 free 3-D mammogram screenings to women who are uninsured and demonstrate a financial need for their annual screening. These screenings will be available at the SGMC Imaging Center in Valdosta and SGMC Health Berrien in Nashville.  These no-cost mammograms are […]

Less than one week since Hurricane Helene devastated South Georgia, SGMC Health remains steadfast in its mission to provide healthcare services to the community and region. Despite the storm knocking out power, air conditioning, computers, and internet across the state, SGMC Health’s emergency departments at the Main, Smith Northview, Lanier, and Berrien campuses remained open, […]

Facility Operations: SGMC Health will resume scheduled surgeries and procedures at the Outpatient Center, Dasher Heart Center, and the Ambulatory Care Center beginning Tuesday, Oct. 1.    Outpatient imaging and lab services for urgent and emergent cases will be available at SGMC Health Main. Appointments from Monday-Friday (9/29-10/4) for imaging and lab at the Imaging Center, […]

For the safety of our patients and visitors during the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, visitors must enter through the Parking Deck entrance located on Level 2 off of Pendleton Drive and check in with a Hospitality Associate. Patients will be limited to one (1) visitor. For Monday, September 30: All non-emergent and non-urgent surgeries, outpatient […]

Please see updates for operations on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024: All non-emergent and non-urgent surgeries, outpatient procedures, and tests will be rescheduled. SGMC Health clinics, urgent care, and outpatient services will remain closed.    SGMC Health’s emergency departments at its Main, Smith Northview, Lanier, and Berrien campuses will remain open. Inpatient care will continue at these facilities and the […]

With the impending Hurricane Helene, SGMC Health, its campuses and affiliates are adjusting hours of operation for Thursday, Sept. 26, and Friday, Sept. 27. Thursday, scheduled outpatient surgeries, procedures and tests will be performed until 3pm. SGMC Health clinics will close at 2pm and Urgent Care will close at 5pm. On Friday, all non emergent […]

A historical reflection on healthcare in South Georgia and an exciting vision for the future of unequaled access to advanced care delivery programs for women’s and infant care and emergency and trauma services was the focus of SGMC Health system leaders, elected officials, community leaders, physicians, and staff at SGMC Health Main on Sept. 19. […]

SGMC Health presented Michelle Raymond, Patient Care Technician, with the Being Extraordinary Every day (BEE) Award for September. Raymond, who works in the emergency department at SGMC Health Main, was nominated by a nurse for her patient advocacy.  In the nomination, the nursing colleague told the story of how Raymond noticed a young patient in […]

SGMC Health recognized Eddie Jussely as health system hero at its monthly board of directors meeting. Jussely, a dedicated team member in the scheduling department, exemplified extraordinary compassion and commitment to patient care through his actions, making him a deserving recipient of this recognition.   Recently, a patient called to schedule an appointment with an […]