As one of the largest employers in the region, South Central Regional Medical Center is passionate about caring for its employees. In support of this goal, South Central held an in-person benefits fair on Nov. 6, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the main hospital location. The following employee benefit providers were in attendance: […]

Understanding the Colon and When Surgery May be Necessary About the Colon? The colon is a long, tubular organ made up of four distinct sections through which digested material passes. Its primary function is to absorb water, electrolytes and any remaining nutrients from food waste after it has been processed in the small intestine. The […]

Staying Ahead of Cancer at Any Age Diligence is often rewarded, and few things demonstrate that more clearly than diligence with one’s health. Kay Valentine has always been proactive about her health. She routinely saw longtime South Central Family Medicine physician, Jack C. Evans, MD, who ensured she was following all appropriate medical protocols. Kay […]

Understanding the Gallbladder and When Removal May be Necessary About the Gallbladder? The gallbladder is a small organ located below the liver that stores bile. The gallbladder is an important tool for digestion because it stores, concentrates and releases bile to help break down fatty foods. The gallbladder, although useful, is non-essential and can be […]

Recognizing Hernia Symptoms By: Seth Ladd, DO Hernias can sometimes be difficult to identify, and most people do not really understand how they can present. Many patients simply know they are in pain, and our goal as physicians is to reduce their pain with a surgical or non-surgical solution. Hernias typically worsen with time and, […]

Minimally Invasive Surgery For many years, open surgery was the standard approach worldwide. Over the past 50 years, however, minimally invasive surgery has rapidly advanced and become a preferred option for many procedures. At South Central, minimally invasive techniques are now routine. A wide range of surgeries can be performed this way, consistently leading to […]

A Tribute to Mrs. Becky Brewer, Longtime SCRMC Board of Trustees Member Remembered for Her Impact South Central mourns the loss of Mrs. Elsa Rebecca “Becky” Brewer, a longtime member of the hospital’s Board of Trustees, who recently passed away. Mrs. Brewer served as the South Central Regional Medical Center Board of Trustee for Beat […]

SCRMC was recognized by Epic Systems for exceeding implementation standards in all 10 of the 10 categories of Epic’s Good Install Program, including the following: efficient clinicians, patient experience, project management, build test, value from data, user knowledge, operational engagement, saving lives initiative, staying current and worldwise. Members of the South Central Epic team, along […]

South Central Regional Medical Center’s Graduate Medical Education Program welcomed its newest class of internal medicine residents, commemorating their arrival with a White Coat Ceremony held today at the main SCRMC campus.   The ceremony featured brief presentations from hospital officials and introductions of the GME faculty and teaching physicians. It also included the official presentation […]