A colonoscopy screening is the most effective way to find colorectal cancer. Dr. Steven Johnson at South Central Gastroenterology explains the goals of a colonoscopy. If you have a family history of colon cancer, you should have a colonoscopy even earlier. If you wait until you have symptoms of colon cancer to be screened, the cancers […]

Get a Healthy Start in 2019 by Attending a Free Community Health Fair Health Screenings Valued at Over $500 per Participant   With the start of a new year, many individuals have made resolutions to live a healthier life, yet many avoid or delay needed care. South Central Regional Medical Center invites those ages 18 […]

Patrice was selected as the Employee of the Month for December 2018. She is a Secretary in Outpatient Testing and has been employed by South Central Regional Medical Center for 18 years. Patrice said her favorite thing about working for SCRMC is being able to meet new people and help people. Patrice attended RH Watkins […]

Grief is a natural response to any major loss and can be triggered by a variety of scenarios. Brett Cutrer, a therapist at South Central Behavioral Health Services, explains the idea of grief. Effective grief work is not done alone. Many feel as though grief is better managed alone, but in reality, you need a team […]

HUGH STANCILL, MD, OB-GYN, RETIRES After many years of service to the South Central Health System and the patients of South Central Mississippi, Dr. Hugh Stancill, OB-GYN with OB-GYN Group of Laurel, has retired. His retirement date was effective January 1st. Dr. Stancill began his career in medicine with Jones County Community Hospital (and later […]

Becoming a big brother or a big sister is a major event in the life of a child. This program, designed for children 3 to 7 years of age, helps siblings prepare for the emotional and physical realities of the arrival of a newborn. Activities include role-playing with infant dolls, an age appropriate video, refreshments […]

Having a baby can be one of the most exciting times in life. Prepared Childbirth program provides the expectant mother and her labor partner with knowledge and techniques for a better birth experience. This comprehensive course includes: the birth process, normal experiences during labor, coping strategies, medication and anesthesia options during labor, coping techniques and […]

The South Central Regional Medical Center is continuing to add new physicians, technology, and services.  As the second largest employer in Jones County with more than 2,000 employees and more than 125 healthcare providers, the organization provides healthcare services to the residents of Jones County and surrounding areas.  During the last year, the health system […]

Robert A. DeSantis, MD, Joins South Central Regional Medical Center Effective January 1, 2019, Laurel OBGYN, PA is now OB-GYN Group of Laurel Effective January 1, 2019, Robert A. DeSantis, MD, and staff at Laurel Obstetrics and Gynecology, PA, will join South Central Regional Medical Center. The facility name will change to OB-GYN Group of […]

Merry Christmas from the South Central Regional Medical Center family!