For geriatric members of the population, it is important to visit your doctor regularly so that they can identify and treat the following common health problems as soon as possible: Hypertension Diabetes Chronic kidney disease Heart disease Cognitive decline Lung cancer for those who have smoked Breast cancer, particularly for women Family medicine physician Hannah […]

South Central Regional Medical Center celebrated the grand reopening of its First West Wing with a ribbon cutting and open house. This marks the completion of an extensive 18‑month renovation that has transformed the unit into a modern, patient‑centered environment.  First West originally opened in 1980 and has served as one of the hospital’s busiest […]

South Central Sports Medicine physician, Kevin B. Clement, MD, treats patients of all ages for a variety of musculoskeletal issues in an effort to return them to their normal function. “I try real hard to provide information, physical therapy, injection and medications, everything short of surgery, to see if we can continue to enjoy your […]

South Central Regional Medical Center and Consortium Partners Successfully Launch Epic, Breaking Records in the First Week South Central Regional Medical Center, together with consortium partners Covington County Hospital, Magee General Hospital, Simpson General Hospital and Smith County Emergency Hospital, officially launched the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system on Jan. 31 — marking a historic milestone […]

SCRMC is proud to use the EnVisio surgical device to aid in surgery, particularly breast surgery. The device uses radio frequency to help locate particular areas of tissue that have been located through X-ray or ultrasound and marked by a radiologist. “I think South Central does a great job of allowing us to keep on […]

Training, Like Your Life Depends on It The best thing a person can do to maintain good health is to be proactive in their approach. Robert and Cathy Sloan are prime examples of just how lifesaving this type of mindset can be. Their story began when Robert saw his family physician for a routine six-month […]

MyChart is here! Hear how MyChart can help you stay connected to your care. Access test results, message your care team, schedule appointments and manage your health anytime, all in one secure place.

Brittany McCarty, FNP-C, is a Bay Springs native who earned an associate degree in nursing from Jones College in December 2009 and a Master of Science in nursing from the University of North Alabama in July 2021. She has served the Pine Belt in a primary care role for several years providing preventative health education […]

MyChart is almost here. Hear what Family Medicine physician, Hannah Ramsey, DO, has to say about the benefits that Epic’s MyChart will bring to the organization.

South Central Sports Medicine physician, Kevin B. Clement, MD, works diligently to help not only treat injuries but also to help educate patients on how to prevent them from happening in the first place. “I try to keep you doing the activities you enjoy, that keep you happy and keep you lively in your ongoing […]