The physicians and staff at South Central Obstetrics & Gynecology welcome Stephanie Crosby, WHNP-BC, FNP-C, LNC, to the practice. Stephanie completed nursing school with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Mississippi College. She served as a neurology nurse, medical-surgical nurse, and labor and delivery nurse for 6 years. In 1998, Stephanie returned to school […]

Deborah Butler’s pain was at a level 9 by the time she found help at South Central Pain Center. Mrs. Butler said, “I woke up and my hip, all the way down to my knee, was in horrible pain.” After meeting with various physicians and trying physical therapy, Mrs. Butler contact Dr. Tariq to discuss […]

March is recognized as National Nutrition Month. March is National Nutrition Month®. During the month of March, we invite the community to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits. This year’s theme is “Fuel for the Future.” Eating with sustainability in mind is a tasty way to nourish […]

During the month of March, the Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery Center in Laurel is offering a special package price of $1,800 for Vanquish. Vanquish is a one-of-a-kind fat reduction system that works by effectively heating and killing stubborn fat cells. This non-invasive procedure is not painful and patients only feel a warm sensation on the […]

Did you know: Most of the U.S. population is eligible to donate blood, but only about 3% actually donate. South Central Regional Medical Center encourages you to register to donate blood and encourage. Haven’t donated in 2023? Sign up now for our Spring 2023 Blood Drive: vitalant.org (sponsor code: SCRMC). Location/Date/Time: SCRMC, Thursday, March 30 […]

Higginbotham Announces Retirement from South Central Regional Medical Center On Friday, February 24, 2023, Doug Higginbotham, President and Chief Executive Officer of South Central Regional Medical Center, officially announced his retirement from the organization.  Higginbotham began his career in July 1988 as controller when the facility was known as Jones County Community Hospital. He has […]

Over 2 million people are diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis annually. Spinal stenosis usually presents with lower back pain when standing up straight, an aching sensation, numbness and tingling and pain in buttocks when patients are walking. Dr. Rayhan Tariq, Interventional Pain Management Physician, offers an alternative to open spine surgery known as MILD – […]

Shield Yourself from Skin Cancer About 1 million Americans will develop skin cancer each year, according to the National Cancer Institute. That makes skin cancer—not breast cancer, prostate cancer or even lung cancer—the number-one cancer threat. While sun damage begins in childhood, most skin cancers do not appear until after age 50. The American Academy […]

South Central Health Care Foundation was pleased to partner with The Social Club to host an Extra Ordinary Kids Valentine Social on Tuesday, February 14. The free event welcomed over 60 Extra Ordinary kids and their loved ones. Kids, parents, caregivers, friends and community supporters danced the night away to music provided by Mat Dunning. […]

BRING OUT YOUR INNER BEAUTY WITH SKINPEN®! South Central Dermatology offers SkinPen. SkinPen microneedling is a small device that creates big transformations. Bring your beauty to the surface and boost your confidence with SkinPen. Call us today at 601-425-4860 to schedule your treatment! WHAT DOES SKINPEN DO? SkinPen microneedling is a small device that creates […]