In a world of constant information overload, it is tempting to believe “what we don’t know can’t hurt us.” This may be true in some instances, but when it comes to fighting cancer, early detection is important and statistically lifesaving.    “Cancer that is discovered in the early stages is much easier to treat, and patient […]

Mississippi, specifically the Pine Belt region, is susceptible to a wide variety of weather events and other natural disasters, including hurricanes, tropical storms, severe thunderstorms and frequent tornadoes. These disasters can result in potentially hazardous living conditions for entire households and communities. Preparedness is key to survival and the following is a list of things […]

SCRMC is excited to welcome Conner Thomas, MD, to the South Central Pediatrics team! Dr. Thomas and her team are passionate about providing care to children and compassion to parents and caregivers.   “Everyone is there to help you and wants you to have a good experience going to the doctor while your baby is […]

Some dangers in the home are obvious such as electrical outlets, sharp kitchen utensils and cleaning materials but it is important to overlook the less obvious dangers like standing water of any kind. According to an article on Safekids.org, “Among preventable injuries, drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1 – 4 years […]

South Central General Surgery medical staff including Chad Saul, MD; R. Kevin Ivey, MD; Seth Ladd, DO; and Joshua Holifield, DO; Jillian F. Carroll, PA-C; Jensen Ciacci, PA-C and Chris Rivers, ACNP perform a wide variety of comprehensive surgical services here at SCRMC. Over the past 25 years, the surgery department has seen several positive changes and advancements in surgical […]

A large portion of Mississippi’s population participates in some form of hunting, and this activity will always be inherently dangerous. The incorporation of higher-powered weapons and elevated tree stands pose even more dangerous possibilities. According to an online article from the Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks organization, “Tree stand falls account for more than 60 percent of all hunting accidents in […]

South Central’s Cancer Center offers comprehensive and collaborative treatment for cancer and blood disorders here in Laurel. “With all of the resources we have in Laurel, patients do not have to travel far to get their cancer care,” said SCRMC oncology and hematology physician, Jacob Graham, MD. “They can get their cancer care close to […]

Understanding Anemia: What You Need to Know  By Sandeep Singh, MD    What is Anemia?   Anemia happens when your body does not have enough red blood cells or hemoglobin to carry oxygen. Hemoglobin is a part of red blood cells that helps move oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. If you […]

Amid a national shortage of EMS professionals, SCRMC is committed to supporting EMS workers. South Central offers support to help employees accomplish their educational plans, which better equips them to serve the community that depends on their services.   For more information, please call 601-399-0526.

Introducing Kevin B. Clement, MD!   Kevin B. Clement, MD, received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in 1994 and completed his family medicine residency at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro, N.C., in 1997. He went on to complete his sports medicine fellowship from Alabama Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Center in […]