Knee pain is a common condition and the number one reason that most people undergo a total knee replacement. More than 600,000 total knee replacements are performed each year in the United States. South Central Regional Medical Center’s orthopaedic surgeons have performed hundreds of knee replacements throughout the years. The common goal of the physician […]

In 2018, South Central Regional Medical Center began a teen volunteer program in conjunction with its adult program. The Caring Teen Volunteer Program is open to local teenagers, ages 16 to 18. Along with providing volunteer opportunities, the teens are able to observe and develop new skills, network with medical professionals, become educated on the […]

Pediatric Speech Therapy at South Central Regional Medical Center Provides Hope for Children with Communication Issues The greatest independence that one is given is the ability to communicate, yet for many children this is not possible. Anything that impairs a child’s ability to communicate, limits their life. Communication disorders come in many forms like stuttering, […]

I’m proud to recommend ComfortCare. Anyone would benefit from using Hospice. If I had to put a label on the team that I had, I would say that it was a championship team. They knew what they were doing. They sat and talked to me and encouraged me, and helped me through a really bad […]

Testimonial from Vivian Watson – Hospice Services ComfortCare Hospice – A Division of South Central Regional Medical Center | 601-422-0054 Vivian Watson had just retired from a 59-year nursing career when her ex-husband became ill.  Three years later, when his health started to decline further, Ms. Watson made the decision to call ComfortCare Hospice. ComfortCare […]

South Central Behavioral Health Services and the City of Laurel Encourages the Community to Examine ‘Why They Care’. South Central Behavioral Health Services (SCBHS) is dedicated to the mental health needs of the community.  Mayor Johnny Magee with the City of Laurel declared the month of May as Mental Health Month.  Healthcare professionals are working to raise […]

Just like you take your car in for regular maintenance, you want to do maintenance on the most important thing, which is yourself. if not for yourself, for your spouse, or for your children, or grandchildren, to make sure that you will stay healthy and be able to enjoy your family relationships and life in […]

Annual Check-Ups for Men South Central Family Medicine – A South Central Clinic | 1203 Jefferson Street, Laurel, MS 39440 Men schedule appointments to see their doctor for different reasons. Some only go to see a doctor when they have a concern or are experiencing a new problem. Others see their doctor more regularly, such […]

Dr. O’Keeffe made three small incisions. They healed up. There’s no scars. You can’t even tell I had surgery. The problem can be fixed. You don’t have to live with shoulder pain. If your shoulder hurts, come on in and let’s see if we can make it better for you. For more information, visit scrmc.com.

Studies show that people with diabetes have a greater risk of depression than people without diabetes.The stress of daily diabetes management can build. You may feel alone or set apart from your friends and family because of all this extra work. If you face diabetes complications such as nerve damage, or if you are having […]