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South Central Named Newsweek’s Best-In-State Hospitals 2026

Posted March 18, 2026

South Central Regional Medical Center is proud to announce it has been included in Newsweek’s list of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals 2026. This prestigious award is presented in collaboration with Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. “Being the only hospital in the Pine Belt to receive this recognition is incredibly meaningful to us,” […]

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June 11 2025

SCRMC HealthBreak | General Surgery

South Central General Surgery is here to help patients with a variety of surgical needs, whether emergent or planned.   “One of the benefits of having a surgery close to home is that patients can really get diverse care here at the hospital as well. We strive to provide the best quality care that we […]

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April 28 2025

SCRMC HealthBreak | Robotic Surgery

For general surgeon Joshua Holifield, DO, returning to Laurel to practice medicine is meaningful.. “This is home,” said Dr. Holifield. “This is my community. All of my family is here. My wife’s family is here. We are very well ingrained in this community.” SCRMC is excited to welcome Dr. Holifield to the SCRMC General Surgery team, where he works […]

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April 21 2025

SCRMC HealthBreak | Welcome to Community Joshua Holifield, DO

For general surgeon Joshua Holifield, DO, returning to Laurel to practice medicine is meaningful.   “This is home,” said Dr. Holifield. “This is my community. All of my family is here. My wife’s family is here. We are very well ingrained in this community.”   SCRMC is excited to welcome Dr. Holifield to the SCRMC […]

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April 15 2025

SCRMC HealthBreak | ICU

SCRMC’s Intensive Care Unit features an open floor plan, high tec monitoring systems and patient rooms equipped with advanced medical technology. These features make it easier for the units highly trained medical professionals to provide timely, critical care when it matters most. “The ICU can be intimidating for family members, and it can be a […]

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March 31 2025

SCRMC HealthBreak | Welcome to Community Conner Thomas, MD

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 […]

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March 24 2025

SCRMC HealthBreak | General Surgery

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 […]

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March 17 2025

SCRMC HealthBreak | Cancer Care

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 […]

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March 10 2025

SCRMC HealthBreak | EMServ Recruitment

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.

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March 04 2025

SCRMC HealthBreak | Food Services

Johnny McDonald, the SCRMC Director of Food Services and Nutrition, is passionate about providing numerous options for every person who dines at South Central. His role consists of two main focuses. First, he provides patients with delicious meals that meet their nutritional needs during their hospital stay. Second, he is responsible for operating the recently […]

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February 24 2025

SCRMC HealthBreak | Welcome to Community, Jacob Graham, MD

SCRMC is proud to welcome Jacob Graham, MD, to the South Central Cancer team! Dr. Graham is extensively trained in hematology and oncology and has a passion for treating patients.“I love the patient population,” said Dr. Graham. “I think everyone I have encountered in the clinic and in the hospital is very grateful for the […]

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