SGMC News & Events

SGMC Health is excited to announce the launch of an engaging and educational podcast, “What Brings You in Today?” Hosted by the health system’s marketing team, the podcast empowers listeners to learn more about healthcare topics directly from seasoned physicians and medical professionals.  Each episode will feature a discussion on areas of interest to the general […]

SGMC Health honored Harvey Miller, MD, with its biannual Excellence in Care Provider Award in January.   This award was developed by SGMC Health’s Physician Wellness Committee in the Fall of 2022 and highlights the role physicians play in providing compassionate care and clinical excellence to patients at SGMC Health.   According to Dr. Elizabeth Flail, who serves on […]

SGMC Health was recently recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a Gold Safe Sleep Hospital for its commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep.   Created by Cribs for Kids®, a national infant safe sleep organization, this program awards recognition to hospitals that demonstrate a commitment to reducing infant […]

SGMC Health recognized Adriona Newbern, LPN, with the January DAISY Award for extraordinary nursing care. Newbern was honored for her outstanding communication, unwavering support, and compassionate care for patients at SGMC Primary Care on Kings Way in Valdosta.  Newbern works as the nurse for Laura Guadiana, MD, and was nominated by a long-time patient of […]

SGMC Health President and CEO Ronald E. Dean, Health System Heroes Katie Gordon and Ivy Lindsey, and Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Cherise Giddens SGMC Health recognized nurses Katie Gordon and Ivy Lindsey as the January Health System Heroes at the monthly Board of Trustees meeting. Gordon and Lindsey were honored for rendering aid […]

SGMC Health honored Deanna Thomas, a Patient Care Technician in Labor and Delivery, with the Being Extraordinary Every day (BEE) Award for extraordinary care. Thomas was recognized for her knowledgeable, confident, and calm demeanor during a stressful situation.  Thomas was nominated by a nurse on the Labor and Delivery unit who witnessed her invaluable assistance to […]

SGMC Health recognizes Todd Daniel, Assistant Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Chief, for his recent completion of the 2023 Georgia EMS Directors and Management Leadership Program. This prestigious initiative is designed to enhance the leadership skills of EMS professionals across the state.   The program, funded by the Georgia Trauma Care Network Commission in collaboration with Georgia […]

SGMC Health is pleased to announce the promotion of Maria Paige to Director of Hospital Billing.  Paige has been at SGMC Health for more than 5 years, most recently serving as Manager. In her new role, Paige will oversee all aspects of hospital billing and denials to ensure efficient operations.  She has nearly a decade […]

Proud mom Jamesia Robinson is pictured with LaFabeon Cortez Darity, Jr., SGMC Health’s 2024 New Year’s Baby. SGMC Health is excited to announce the arrival of the first baby born in the new year, ushering in 2024 with hope, joy, and the promise of new beginnings.   LaFabeon Cortez Darity, Jr., arrived on January 1, 2024, at […]

SGMC Health honored Gina Colson, Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit Charge Nurse, with the December DAISY Award for extraordinary nursing care. Colson was recognized for her “heartfelt compassion” for an organ donor patient and their family.  Colson was nominated by Nursing Administrative Coordinator Marquez Roney for her “servant’s heart” displayed in the emotional experience of […]