South Central Regional Medical Center believes that an individual’s mental health is just as important as their physical health, which is why they brought on a certified counselor, Rhonda McNair. Rhonda McNair says that many people see her to learn coping methods so that they can better deal with life events. For more information or […]

The Art of Healing is an annual art auction hosted by South Central Healthcare Foundation to raise money to support free community health screenings and other community health initiatives. Each artist who donates art to the event has a story to tell. The Art of Healing will be held at Sanderson Farms Corporate Headquarters in […]

Feeding and swallowing disorders in children are becoming more common today. Many children that experience these difficulties are diagnosed with pediatric dysphagia, a condition that limits the control of chewing, swallowing and feeding. With proper diagnosis and treatment, help is available for children who are experiencing these problems. Alex O’Neal, Speech and Language Pathologist at […]

Mr. Reagan had two heart attacks, was on blood pressure medicine and confined to a wheel chair until friends recommended that he see Dr. Wallace at South Central Sleep Center. As a result of treatment, Mr. Reagan has come off many of his medications and says that CPAP  is his game-changer. For more information about […]

During sleep, most people stop breathing for a few seconds off and on, but Sheri Chandler, Coordinator of the South Central Sleep Center, says that if people stop breathing for ten seconds or more, it could be dangerous. That is why it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of Sleep Apnea, […]

Healing Gave Hope South Central Health Care Foundation Hosts 7th Annual Art of Healing The Art of Healing is an annual art auction hosted by South Central Health Care Foundation to raise money to support free community health screenings and other community health initiatives. Artists who donate their artwork to the event have a story […]

The Anterior Cruciate Ligament, or ACL, is one of the main stabilizers in the knee, but the jumping and pivoting in sports like soccer, basketball, and volleyball can put immense stress on an ACL and cause it to tear. The South Central team will record a young athlete jumping, landing and pivoting to see when, […]

Shoulder pain is a common problem that affects many people, not just athletes. Shoulder pain can be caused by tendon inflammation or tear, instability, arthritis or fracture. With proper examination, shoulder pain can be healed in a variety of ways. Local Ellisville resident, Ed J. Haas, experienced severe shoulder pain from weightlifting, has found relief […]

Dr. Derrick Burgess is South Central Regional Medical Center’s first fellowship trained Sports Medicine Orthopaedic surgeon and he says sports medicine in the Jones County area is advancing rapidly. At South Central Sports Performance+, athletes ages eight and up can get general or sports specific training. Each program is tailored for the specific athlete and […]

Obstetrician Gynecologist, Dr. Robert DeSantis, is pleased to be back in Jones County and seeing patients in the area. Dr. DeSantis says that Laurel Obstetrics and Gynecology has both the excellent staff and state-of-the-art technology to help him fulfill the medical mission he has devoted his career to. For more information, call Laurel Obstetrics and […]