Posts in November, 2019 da Vinci Bariatric Surgery Becomes Starting Point For Patient's Lifesaving Journey Nov 26, 2019 Posted By Southeast Georgia Health System Nov. 26, 2019—Brenda Thompson has experienced her share of health problems, including cancer and knee pain. One of her greatest challenges, however, was maintaining a healthy weight. “I’d been overweight all my life. I’d lose a couple pounds and gain back five. Nothing seemed to work,” she recalls. She isn’t alone in her struggle; more than 93 million U.S. ... Keep Reading Southeast Georgia Health System Now Provides Genius™ 3D Mammography™ Exams and Softer Mammograms Nov 15, 2019 Posted By Southeast Georgia Health System Nov. 15, 2019—The American Cancer Society (ACS) reports that early detection of breast cancer greatly increases a woman’s chances for survival, and the best opportunity to discover cancer early is to have an annual mammogram. Southeast Georgia Health System is committed to providing the communities it serves with the highest possible standard of care using advanced technology. In ... Keep Reading Health System Couple Embrace Better Health After Bariatric Surgery Nov 15, 2019 Posted By Southeast Georgia Health System Nov. 18, 2019—Most couples find it hard enough to schedule date night let alone life-changing surgery. However, when you’re as passionate about your health as Kingsland, Georgia, couple Mandi and Stephen Taylor, you make finding time a priority. For several years, the Taylors had struggled with their weight and associated health issues: pre-diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea and high ... Keep Reading Surrounded By Good People and Living in Paradise Nov 12, 2019 Posted By Southeast Georgia Health System Mitchell Sandifer, R.N., BSN, house manager What influenced your decision to choose nursing as a career? I originally wanted to be a fireman. I completed the standard Firefighter I and II courses and attained the training of a first responder before I was of age for certification. After high school graduation, my mother convinced me to consider nursing, with the promise of support for future fire ... Keep Reading Southeast Georgia Health System Department of Pathlology Chief Patrick Godbey, M.D., Elected as 36th President of the College of American Pathologists Nov 12, 2019 Posted By Southeast Georgia Health System Nov. 11, 2019 – Patrick Godbey, M.D., FCAP, laboratory director and Chief, Department of Pathology-Brunswick Campus, Southeast Georgia Health System, was recently elected as the 36th president of the College of American Pathologists (CAP). Godbey was sworn into office at a ceremony during the annual meeting in Orlando, Florida, CAP ’18 – The Pathologists’ Meeting™. He ... Keep Reading Leap For The Kids To Make Life Better for Our Community's Hospitalized Children Nov 12, 2019 Posted By Southeast Georgia Health System Nov. 12, 2019 – AJ Donohue would be proud. His name is now connected with a fundraising campaign to renovate the Southeast Georgia Health System Brunswick Campus pediatric inpatient unit. In partnership with the Health System Foundation, the AJ Donohue Foundation is launching the “Leap For The Kids” fundraising campaign and will match every dollar donated, up to $100,000. If you ... Keep Reading Time Running Out for Georgians to Take Advantage of Rural Hospital Tax Credit Nov 8, 2019 Posted By Southeast Georgia Health System November 8, 2019 – In less time than it takes to read this article, Georgians can have a say in how their tax dollars are spent. Between now and December 31, 2019, Georgia taxpayers can donate what they owe on their 2019 state income tax to improve health care in their communities, thereby ensuring family and friends have access to quality care close to home. For a limited time, the Georgia ... Keep Reading 7 Result(s) Page 1 of 1