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Archbold's Pelham Parkway Nursing Home recently received three new wheelchairs built and donated by students from Pelham High School. The wheel chair project was a product of the “College Bound” program, a partnership between Southern Regional Technical College and Pelham High School. The program encourages students to spend time learning about different careers and provides the opportunity for students to participate in various activities that enhance their skill set, further their...

Brooks County Hospital has been named Archbold’s Network Hospital of the Quarter for the first quarter of 2019 for having the highest patient satisfaction scores of any Archbold hospital in the region. “Our staff at BCH is committed to continually providing patients with high quality care,” said Perry Mustian, Archbold Medical Center President and CEO. “We are extremely proud of our team and their commitment to serving their community well.”

UGA Extension Office Named Live Better Partner Live Better, the Archbold Medical Center-led collaborative of key community leaders focused on improving the health of the citizens of Thomas County, recently formed another partnership with a local organization that has committed to taking action in support of measurable Live Better goals. The UGA Extension Office in Thomas County is one of the most recent organizations to become a Live Better partner. To help inspire people to live a...

Thomas County Health Department Named Live Better Partner Live Better, the Archbold Medical Center-led collaborative of key community leaders focused on improving the health of the citizens of Thomas County, recently formed another partnership with a local organization that has committed to taking action in support of measurable Live Better goals. The Thomas County Health Department is one of the most recent organizations to become a Live Better partner. To help inspire people to live a...

Archbold Employees Recognized for Years of Service The following employees with over 20 years of service were recently recognized for their tenure with the Archbold health system. Pictured from left to right: Rosa Ward, 30 years; Athalena Benton, 20 years; Sig Smith, 30 years; Roy Parker, 20 years; Lashunda Rauls, 20 years; Jill Jones, 25 years; Crystal Singletary, 20 years; Beth Raffield, 25 years; Robert Dewell, 25 years; Angela Esther, 20 years; Kay Streets, 25 years; Earlene Colvin,...

Studies show one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. Because of the regular use of mammography screening, many breast cancers in the U.S. are found at an early stage. Those diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, might be eligible for breast conserving therapy which includes the removal of the tumor or lumpectomy instead of a mastectomy. “A lumpectomy is a surgical procedure where only the cancer plus a rim of normal tissue is removed,” explains Cianna...

LongHorn Named Live Better Partner Live Better, the Archbold Medical Center-led collaborative of key community leaders focused on improving the health of the citizens of Thomas County, recently formed another partnership with a local business that has committed to taking action in support of measurable Live Better goals. Thomasville restaurant LongHorn Steakhouse is one of the most recent businesses to become a Live Better partner. To help inspire people to live a healthy and active...

Bob and Jeff’s IGA Named Live Better Partner Live Better, the Archbold Medical Center-led collaborative of key community leaders focused on improving the health of the citizens of Thomas County, recently formed another partnership with a local business that has committed to taking action in support of measurable Live Better goals. Bob and Jeff’s is one of the most recent businesses to become a Live Better partner. To help advise shoppers on healthy food options, Bob and Jeff’s will...

Hospitals are the largest contributor to the overall health of residents within a community. But they also contribute greatly to the overall economic health of the communities they serve, too. The Georgia Hospital Association recently released its 2017 Economic Impact Report, which quantifies the impact of the Archbold health system in the region. Using the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis methodology, Archbold Medical Center’s regional economic impact was over $641 million in revenue...

MCH IMPACTS REGIONAL ECONOMY Hospitals are the largest contributor to the overall health of residents within a community. But they also contribute greatly to the overall economic health of the communities they serve, too. The Georgia Hospital Association recently released its 2017 Economic Impact Report, which quantifies the impact of the Archbold health system in the region. Using the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis methodology, Archbold Medical Center’s regional economic impact...

Hospitals are the largest contributor to the overall health of residents within a community. But they also contribute greatly to the overall economic health of the communities they serve, too. The Georgia Hospital Association recently released its 2017 Economic Impact Report, which quantifies the impact of the Archbold health system in the region. Using the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis methodology, Archbold Medical Center’s regional economic impact was over $641 million in revenue...

Archbold Memorial Hospital recently welcomed nurse anesthetist Robert S. Wainwright, CRNA, to the medical staff. Wainwright earned a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Thomas University and a Master of Science degree in anesthesiology nursing from University of North Florida in Jacksonville. He joins South Georgia Anesthesia Associates in Thomasville.