MUSC Health signs agreement with Hampton Regional Medical Center to transform rural health care delivery, expand access
May 23, 2019
Plan to leverage advanced practitioners, telehealth and MUSC specialty oversight MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), has signed a strategic alliance with Hampton…
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East Cooper Medical Center recognizes nurse Olivia Burgess
May 21, 2019East Cooper Medical Center is proud to recognize Olivia Burgess, RN as the newest Daisy RN Award Winner. Burgess began her nursing career at East Cooper Medical Center in…
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MUSC named to Forbes 2019 list of America’s Best Large Employers
May 20, 2019
Ranks No. 267 of 500 – one of only 22 organizations in Healthcare & Social category The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has been ranked No. 267 out of…
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Koniver Wellness welcomes premiere fitness expert Ben Greenfield to Charleston
May 18, 2019
One of the most influential health and fitness experts is coming to Charleston for a discussion on health and longevity. Ben Greenfield is an ex-bodybuilder, Ironman triathlete, obstacle course racer,…
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Hollings Cancer Center lands its highest score, receives NCI-designation renewal
May 13, 2019The only NCI-designated cancer center in South Carolina Hollings Cancer Center of the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) joins local and state leaders to celebrate the renewal of its designation…
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Henry Frederick “Fritz” Butehorn, III, M.D. named to MUSC board of trustees
May 8, 2019
Newest board member assumes medical seat representing 4th Congressional District The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees announced their newest member is Henry…
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American Heart Association celebrates Charleston Go Red For Women Luncheon
May 8, 2019
The American Heart Association will welcome more than 200 women at the 7th Annual Charleston Go Red for Women Luncheon on Thursday, May 23rd at Hotel Bennett in downtown Charleston.…
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The Wheelchair Sustainability Project
April 29, 2019
Bringing wheelchairs to underserved communities in Uganda Patients are similar no matter where the location. For more than 8 years, students and faculty from the College of Health Professions have…
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Fetter Health Care Network opens clinic at Baptist Hill
April 26, 2019Fetter Health Care Network continues serving the community through its partnership with Charleston County School District, continually offering a variety of healthcare services, including primary health care and dental, to…
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Dermatology and Laser Center of Charleston to provide free skin cancer screening
April 24, 2019
Open to the public in the Lowcountry For the 14th year, dermatologists and certified dermatological providers from Dermatology and Laser Center of Charleston will offer free skin cancer screenings for…
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East Cooper Medical Center awarded Chest Pain Program Certification from the Joint Commission
April 17, 2019Pictured from left to right: Allison Green, Bethany Clawson, Theresa Lynn, Lena Corbin, Keith Holley, Jeanette Ochs, Tina King Gilbert, Lisa Ihnken, Patrick Beaver (Chief Nursing Officer) East Cooper Medical…
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MUSC trustees receive positive reports on academics, philanthropy and integration of four regional hospitals
April 15, 2019
Board holds in-state tuition at current levels with no increases for next fiscal year The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees…
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Put a Little Spring in your Step with Less Prep
April 11, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Don’t you just love the longer days?! They provide a great chance to get out and exercise, work in the yard…
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East Cooper Medical Center
April 3, 2019
East Cooper Medical Center was originally established in 1986 to care for the residents East of the Cooper. While that remains our primary mission, our expanded scope of services, our…
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MUSC Weight Management and WW conducting research study
April 3, 2019
The Medical University of South Carolina Weight Management Center and WW (formerly Weight Watchers) are conducting a clinical research study for men and women who are overweight or obese and…
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East Cooper Medical Center appoints new Governing Board Chair
April 3, 2019
East Cooper Medical Center announced that John Dodds, III has accepted appointment as the hospital’s new Governing Board Chair. J Dodds“John has been an actively involved member of the East…
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MUSC Wheelchair Sustainability Project
April 1, 2019Bringing wheelchairs to underserved communities in Uganda For more than 8 years, students and faculty from the College of Health Professions have participated in medical mission trips bringing health care…
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Fetter Health Care Network receives official Patient-Centered Medical Home recognition
March 26, 2019
Fetter Health Care Network has officially received recognition as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). Fetter is a Federally Qualified Health Center with over 20 locations throughout the Lowcountry. Fetter Health…
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DHEC partners with veterinarians to offer low-cost rabies vaccinations
March 25, 2019
Several South Carolina veterinarians are partnering with the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) this spring to help pet owners protect themselves, their families, communities and pets from…
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Dermatology and Laser Center of Charleston sponsors Shade Structure for Oakland Elementary School
March 21, 2019The Oakland Elementary School in West Ashley will soon have a built-in sun protection for students and teachers, thanks to a new permanent shade structure. The structure, funded by a…
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Bright Start marks 20 years of serving South Carolinians with special needs
March 14, 2019Bright Start, the first private early intervention company in South Carolina providing comprehensive services to individuals with special needs and developmental delays, celebrates its twentieth anniversary in March. Beth Bunge…
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Free Cataract Seminar presented by Dr. Kerry Solomon
March 8, 2019Join us for a FREE CATARACT SEMINAR presented by internationally-renowned cataract surgeon Dr. Kerry Solomon. Learn all about cataract symptoms and treatment options on Wednesday, March 27th at 6pm…
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Free Cataract Seminar presented by Dr. Kerry Solomon
March 8, 2019Join us for a FREE CATARACT SEMINAR presented by internationally-renowned cataract surgeon Dr. Kerry Solomon. Learn all about cataract symptoms and treatment options on Wednesday, March 27th at 6pm…
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MUSC Health now offers clinic location on Daniel Island
March 4, 2019
MUSC Health Daniel Island, located at 864 Island Drive on Daniel Island, opens for patients, Wednesday, March 6. The new location will feature a broad selection of patient services including…
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MUSC Health welcomes four community hospitals to system
March 3, 2019
Acquisition accelerates transformation and growth for health care delivery, research, education The Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority (MUSC Health) has completed the purchase of four South Carolina hospitals…
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MUSC to construct, own and operate $50M replacement hospital in Lake City/Williamsburg
March 1, 2019
MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), has signed a letter of intent with Lake City Community Hospital and Williamsburg Regional Hospital that authorizes…
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East Cooper Medical Center first in Mount Pleasant to perform endoscopic ultrasounds
February 27, 2019East Cooper Medical Center is the first hospital in Mount Pleasant to perform endoscopic ultrasounds (EUS). Physicians at East Cooper Medical Center are using newly acquired technology to help them…
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Medtronic, MUSC partner to improve patient outcomes
February 14, 2019
Value-based health care partnership will target acute conditions, chronic diseases in South Carolina CHARLESTON, S.C., AND DUBLIN – Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT) and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) today announced…
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SCBIO adds 10 life sciences industry leaders from across Palmetto state to Board of Directors
February 11, 2019Tom McKenna – Chief Operating Officer, Thorne is pictured Organization’s Boards spans state, industry segments to provide unique blend of expertise for advancing South Carolina’s life sciences industry Less…
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Update on major projects at MUSC and vote to approve speaker for 190th commencement
February 11, 2019
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled meeting to review initiatives that support their tripartite mission of education,…
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SCBIO adds 10 life sciences industry leaders from across Palmetto state to Board of Directors
February 11, 2019
Tom McKenna – Chief Operating Officer, Thorne is pictured Organization’s Boards spans state, industry segments to provide unique blend of expertise for advancing South Carolina’s life sciences industry Less…
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Gene Reed Jr. donates $5 million to MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital
February 4, 2019
Pediatric heart treatment program, inpatient floor named in Reed’s honor Local businessman Gene Reed, Jr., joined Medical University of South Carolina Health CEO Patrick J. Cawley, M.D. and other MUSC…
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SCBIO hosts Life Sciences Primer on Industry Essentials – February 20
February 4, 2019SCBIO will host a full day program February 20, 2019 – Life Sciences Boot Camp: Insights on SC’s Fastest-Growing Industry – to inform and update businesses and professionals from across…
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SCBIO hosts Life Sciences Primer on Industry Essentials – February 20
February 4, 2019
SCBIO will host a full day program February 20, 2019 – Life Sciences Boot Camp: Insights on SC’s Fastest-Growing Industry – to inform and update businesses and professionals from across…
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East Cooper Medical Center recognizes nurse excellence
January 28, 2019
East Cooper Medical Center is proud to recognize Ann Robinson, RN as the newest Daisy RN Award Winner. Robinson began her nursing career at East Cooper Medical Center in August…
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ov. Henry McMaster statement on U.S. Department and Health and Human Services granting religious freedom waiver request
January 23, 2019Waiver Protects S.C. Child Placing Agencies’ Religious Freedom COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster today released the following statement in response to the United States Department of Health and Human Services’…
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MUSC offering virtual health care visits at no charge for duration of federal government shutdown
January 22, 2019
As the federal government shutdown continues past the 30 day mark, health care providers at MUSC are offering online medical visits at no charge to all South Carolina-based federal government…
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MUSC ranks No. 13 on Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity
January 21, 2019
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has been ranked No. 13 out of 500 organizations on the Forbes 2019 list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity. In addition, MUSC…
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CCSD has State’s Top School Nurse for second year in a row
January 21, 2019
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that Jill Burgin, the school nurse at Stiles Point Elementary School, was named the 2019 South Carolina School Nurse of the Year by the…
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SCBIO announces 2019 Executive Committee for state’s life sciences organization board of directors
January 21, 2019Leadership team provides strategic blend of economic development, industry, higher education expertise SCBIO has announced its 2019 Executive Committee following formal confirmation at the life science organization’s December 2018 meeting…
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SCBIO announces 2019 Executive Committee for state’s life sciences organization board of directors
January 21, 2019
Leadership team provides strategic blend of economic development, industry, higher education expertise SCBIO has announced its 2019 Executive Committee following formal confirmation at the life science organization’s December 2018 meeting…
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Graduate Nursing Program ranks among nation’s best
January 16, 2019The MUSC College of Nursing continues to rank among the nation’s best. According to the 2019 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Graduate Nursing Program rankings released today, the College of…
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Cooper River Bridge Run partners with City of Charleston and HealthLinks Charleston to host the Charleston Health & Wellness Expo
January 14, 2019
The Cooper River Bridge Run (CRBR) has once again teamed up with the City of Charleston and HealthLinks Charleston to host the Charleston Health & Wellness Expo on Tuesday, January 15th and…
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Louie’s Kids begins family training program for Cooper River Bridge Run
January 4, 2019Louie’s Kids kicks off its next family-centric fitness training program in preparation for the Cooper River Bridge Run. Training will begin Monday, Jan. 14th from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and continue Mondays…
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Louie’s Kids begins family training program for Cooper River Bridge Run
January 4, 2019Louie’s Kids kicks off its next family-centric fitness training program in preparation for the Cooper River Bridge Run. Training will begin Monday, Jan. 14th from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and continue Mondays…
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A.M. Best recognizes BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina with A+ rating
January 3, 2019A sustained multi-year track record of extraordinary accomplishment is notable in any business, but now BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is in even more select company as it has been…
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Dr. Harris Pastides to Chair SC Institute of Medicine & Public Health Board of Directors
December 17, 2018The South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH) is pleased to announce new executive officers and members of the Board of Directors. Dr. Harris Pastides has been named…
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MUSC trustees receive mid-year updates on operations, philanthropy, diversity and inclusion
December 17, 2018
MUSC Children’s Health building named for North Charleston Mayor R. Keith Summey The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their…
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Dr. Harris Pastides to Chair SC Institute of Medicine & Public Health Board of Directors
December 17, 2018
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH) is pleased to announce new executive officers and members of the Board of Directors. Dr. Harris Pastides has been named…
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MTEC partners with the U.S. Army to design and develop medical data management technologies
December 13, 2018
In partnership with the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC), the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) is pleased to announce that the Arizona State University (ASU) W.P. Carey…
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