Southwell adds da Vinci 5® Surgical System for minimally invasive procedures
Southwell has recently implemented the da Vinci 5®, the most advanced robotic-assisted surgical system from Intuitive, at Tift Regional Medical Center. The system is the most advanced platform in the da Vinci line, designed for use in urology, gynecology, thoracic, and general surgeries. It features over 150 design innovations, including improved 3D visualization, Force Feedback […]
Southwell Honored for Stroke and Diabetes Care
Southwell has earned the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Silver Plus quality achievement award. Southwell received this honor for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. Southwell also received the American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes™ Honor Roll award. Target: […]
Southwell welcomes new Emergency Medicine Medical Director
We are excited to announce that Dr. Christopher Edens with Core Clinical Partners is the new Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC). Dr. Edens will collaborate with nursing leadership, emergency medicine providers, and hospital administration to ensure the TRMC Emergency Department strives to provide high quality emergency care for the […]
Tift Regional Medical Center Foundation Donates $7,500 to Tiftarea Community Food Bank
The Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC) Foundation recently presented a $7,500 donation to the Tiftarea Community Food Bank to support its ongoing efforts to combat hunger in Tift County. For more than 40 years, the Tiftarea Community Food Bank has provided food assistance to impoverished and homeless residents. The organization distributes fresh produce, meats, dairy […]
Southwell honors the memory of Dr. Joe Turner
Southwell remembers local healthcare pioneer, internal medicine physician, and cardiac care provider Dr. Joe Turner who passed away on Aug. 18. He was 93. In 1964, Dr. Turner founded Tifton Medical Clinic as a solo office across the street from Tift General Hospital, now Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC). His practice rapidly grew, he recruited […]
Tift Regional Medical Center Advances Stroke Care with RapidAI’s Deep Clinical AI
In a move to advance stroke care and accelerate critical decision-making, Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC) has implemented RapidAI’s deep clinical AI platform, bringing faster insights and improved coordination to stroke response teams. The technology is now live across TRMC’s stroke program and is already helping clinicians deliver more timely and informed care. RapidAI, whose platform has […]
Southwell and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia Announce Agreement to Expand Pathway Network Coverage in South-Central Georgia
In a step forward for affordable access to care across South-Central Georgia, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia (Anthem) and Southwell today announced a joint agreement to include all Southwell facilities in Anthem’s Pathway Network. This includes Southwell’s two hospitals, Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC) in Tifton, and Southwell Medical in Adel, as […]
TRMC Foundation awards Terry Arthur Physician Assistant Scholarship
The Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC) Foundation recently presented Marlaina Reaves with the third annual Terry Arthur Physician Assistant Scholarship. “Since 2021, Marlaina has worked at Southwell as a physical therapy assistant. She is from Fitzgerald and is eager to help patients on their road to recovery,” says Mandy Brooks, Executive Director of the TRMC […]
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 Recognizes Alana Turbeville with the First BEE Award
Congratulations to Alana Turbeville for being named the inaugural BEE Award recipient by Southwell! Alana is a Patient Care Technician and Nurse Extern at Tift Regional Medical Center’s Cardiac Step Down Unit (CSDU). Alana will be graduating in July with an LPN degree. The BEE (Being Exceptional Everyday) Award was established in 2016 by nurses at […]
