United Healthcare Medicare Advantage enrollees may want to return to traditional Medicare coverage or transfer to a Medicare Advantage plan that has an in-network participation agreement with Tift Regional Medical Center and Southwell Medical
During the Medicare Open Enrollment Period (Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, 2025), United Healthcare Medicare Advantage enrollees may want to consider returning to traditional Medicare coverage or transferring to a Medicare Advantage plan that has an in-network participation agreement with Tift Regional Medical Center and Southwell Medical. After three years of unresolved disputes, Tift Regional […]
Southwell Medical Named a Top Performer for Low Unplanned Readmissions
Becker’s Hospital Review has recognized Southwell Medical in Adel as one of the nation’s top performers for low unplanned readmissions following outpatient surgery. This distinction is based on data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and highlights hospitals that demonstrate strong outcomes and quality performance. “This recognition reflects the outstanding work of […]
Southwell welcomes three new providers
Southwell continues to grow with new providers! We are excited to welcome the following new providers to our Medical Staff: Timothy Clark, DO | Specialty: Pediatric Hospital Medicine Shilpa Reddy, MD | Specialty: Hospital Medicine Joseph Phillips, FNP-BC | Specialty: Infectious Disease
Southwell now offers neurologic physical therapy in Tifton
Southwell Outpatient Therapy Services in Tifton has recently added neurologic physical therapy (PT) to its array of rehabilitative services. Kate Vickers, PT, DPT provides specialized PT for conditions caused by nervous system diseases or injuries. The nervous system includes the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Vickers earned an undergraduate degree in exercise and sports science […]
Tift Regional’s bariatric surgery program earns special accreditation
Tift Regional Medical Center’s bariatric weight loss surgery program received accreditation under the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). A comprehensive, nationwide surgical quality program, MBSAQIP is designed to ensure the safe and effective performance of metabolic and bariatric surgery. “We are proud to have achieved this […]
Tift Regional’s Internal Medicine Residency Program earns accreditation
The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) has awarded accreditation to Tift Regional Health System’s residency training program for internal medicine physicians. A part of Tift Regional Health System’s Graduate Medical Education, the Internal Medicine Residency Program will launch in late June 2026. “Our team really worked hard to earn this accreditation,” said […]
Southwell surgeon performs first cochlear implant procedure in the region
Southwell ear, nose and throat specialist and head and neck surgeon Dontre’ Douse, M.D. recently performed the first cochlear implant surgery in Southwest Georgia. Conducted at Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC) by Dr. Douse, cochlear implant surgery is a procedure that involves implanting an electronic device into the inner ear. It is designed to restore […]
Southwell announces Medical Staff officers for upcoming year
Pictured (L-R): Vascular surgeon William Kaiser, MD (Chief of Staff) and
interventional cardiologist Jonathan Tronolone, MD (Vice Chief of Staff)
Southwell to host multiple breast cancer awareness events throughout October
Southwell will host a series of breast cancer awareness events in October to highlight the importance of early detection, education and support for women across South Georgia. The events will include Pink Out Loud in Tifton, Girl’s Night Out in Adel, free mammogram opportunities for eligible women and a Lunch and Learn with Dr. Andrew Nackashi, general […]
Southwell Expands Cardiology Services with Addition of Dr. Jonathan Tronolone and Team
We are excited to announce that interventional cardiologist Jonathan Tronolone, MD and his staff have joined the Southwell team! Effective Oct. 6, Tronolone Cardiology will become Southwell Cardiology-A Department of Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC). Dr. Tronolone is a long-serving member of the TRMC Medical Staff and Heart and Vascular Center team as an […]