South Georgia Medical Center is pleased to announce the promotion of Emily Wetherington to Administrative Director of the Pearlman Cancer Center.
Wetherington has been with SGMC since June 2009. For the past 12 years Wetherington has held several roles at SGMC including staff nurse, nurse manager on 4South and Director of Medical Surgical Nursing.
In her new position she will oversee the daily operations, strategic planning, and improvements of the cancer center. Additionally, Wetherington will ensure compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies, positive financial results, and exceptional clinical outcomes for the cancer center.
Wetherington explained that is she honored and excited to work alongside the team of the Pearlman Cancer Center.
“My goal for the Pearlman Cancer Center is to continue to be the region’s leader in comprehensive cancer care through innovative, cutting edge treatments along with a nurturing, patient centered environment. I am thrilled to be able to execute the Executive Team’s vision for the future of the Pearlman Cancer Center,” said Wetherington.
Wetherington completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia and graduated from Valdosta State University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Wetherington is also an associate member of the Valdosta Junior Service League where she served on its board from 2017 to 2018.
Wetherington is married to John Dennis and together they have two children, John Henry and Elizabeth.