Gastroenterologist Dr. Eric Ward shares insights on managing digestive disorders at community seminar in Hahira

Community members filled The Depot in Hahira on Wednesday, July 24, for an informative seminar on digestive health led by Dr. Eric Ward, board-certified gastroenterologist with Southwell Gastroenterology Valdosta. Titled “Understanding Common Digestive Issues,” the free community lecture addressed common conditions like heartburn and other gastrointestinal concerns. Dr. Ward provided practical tips for managing symptoms and offered […]
Southwell Medical’s Surgery Center in Adel earns four national accreditations from Surgical Review Corporation

Southwell Medical’s Surgery Center in Adel has been recognized by the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Center of Excellence in four specialties: Orthopedic Surgery, Endoscopy, Minimally Invasive Gynecology, and Minimally Invasive Surgery. These designations are awarded to facilities that meet rigorous standards for quality, safety, and outcomes in surgical care. Southwell Medical is the […]
Valdosta gastroenterologist Dr. C. Allen Woods announces retirement

After an esteemed career in gastroenterology, Dr. C. Allen Woods has announced his retirement from active practice at Southwell Valdosta Gastroenterology effective September 29, 2023. In a letter to his patients, Dr. Woods expressed, “It is with mixed emotions that I announce my retirement. Providing GI treatment and developing one-on-one relationships with my patients over […]
Southwell recently recognized 2021 award winners and long-serving employees at a virtual awards ceremony.

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and gastroenterologists with Southwell Gastroenterology encourage the community to become more educated about colorectal cancer. While colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer in the United States, it is a preventable disease. Colon cancer can be detected early and prevented through regular colonoscopies. Studies show that 96 […]