Charleston Cancer Center expands Medical Team
September 30, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Cancer Center, the area’s only freestanding independent cancer center, has hired Ashley A. Jeter, M.D. to join the team. Dr. Jeter is board-certified in both internal medicine…
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MUSC, SC trauma centers join Governor Haley to proclaim Falls Prevention Awareness Day Sept. 23
September 23, 2015CHARLESTON, SC –In an effort to increase awareness and decrease trauma injuries, Governor Nikki Haley proclaims September 23, 2015, Falls Prevention Awareness Day. And, to support and strengthen this proclamation, the Trauma…
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Providence Cooks! Participating in the Southern Living Taste of Charleston Cooking Well Invitational 2015
September 23, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Providence Hospitals PROVIDENCE COOKS! Team will compete in the 2015 Cooking Well International event, part of the “Southern Living” Taste of Charleston this weekend. In its…
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Second annual MUSC disaster fair set for Sept. 24
September 21, 2015
When: Thursday, September 24, 2015 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Location: MUSC Horeshoe (169 Ashley Ave., Charleston, SC, 29425) Contact: Tony Ciuffo, MUSC Public Relations, 843-792-2626, [email protected] There will…
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Dr. Michael Michel joins Coastal Carolina Bariatric Center
September 21, 2015
Charleston, SC – Michael Michel, M.D., has joined Coastal Carolina Bariatric Center (CCBC), at 109 Burton Ave., Suite E, in Summerville. He specializes in general surgery and will focus on…
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Summerville Medical Center to host “For Women Only” event
September 19, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Four physician experts have teamed up at Summerville Medical Center to present “For Women Only – Kids, Curves and Healthy Conversation,” a free, community event for busy…
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Understanding Cholesterol
September 18, 2015
By Mike DuBose with Blake DuBose and Surb Guram, MD How to Lower Cholesterol without Statin Drugs Series: Part 1 of 4 Cardiovascular disease is responsible for 1…
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Children’s Discovery Center opens second Lowcountry location
September 16, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Children’s Discovery Center opened its doors to a second location in Park West Wednesday, Sept. 9. Located at 3300 Stockdale Road in the growing Park West…
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Trident Health welcomes new Physician to Palmetto Adult and Children’s Urology
September 14, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Samuel Walker Nickles, M.D., has joined the team of physicians at Palmetto Adult and Children’s Urology in Summerville. In addition to his role at the practice, Dr.…
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Institute for Applied Neuroscience signs exclusive license for minimally-invasive spine surgery implant
September 9, 2015
MUSC’s IAN creates partnership with Amendia, Georgia-based device company CHARLESTON, SC – The Medical University of South Carolina’s (MUSC) Institute for Applied Neurosciences (IAN) has successfully licensed a new, patented,…
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Trident Health Pastoral Care Department now recruiting Stephen Ministry Volunteers
September 1, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Pastoral Care Department at Trident Health is recruiting applicants for the 2016 class of Stephen Ministry volunteers to begin Tuesday, October 6. Stephen Ministers provide basic spiritual…
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Health Empowerment Tour Coming to North Charleston
August 31, 2015
IMARA Woman Magazine Brings Health Empowerment Tour Presented by Select Health of South Carolina and AmeriHealth Caritas Partnership to North Charleston Event features inspiring speakers and healthy lifestyle seminars NORTH CHARLESTON,…
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Trident Health welcomes new physician to Lowcountry Urology Clinics
August 31, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – J. Slade Hubbard, M.D., has joined the North Charleston Office of Lowcountry Urology Clinics, 2687 Lake Park Drive, in Charleston. A native of Murphy, N.C., Dr. Hubbard comes…
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MUSC approved for $13.5M award from Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)
August 31, 2015Study will analyze safety and effectiveness of drugs used to prevent blood clots after hip and knee replacement CHARLESTON, SC – A research team at the Medical University of South…
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MUSC breaks ground on new Goose Creek primary care location
August 24, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – MUSC Health Primary Care has broken ground to begin construction of Carnes Primary Care at 2000 1st Avenue, Goose Creek, SC 29455, with anticipated opening of the…
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Chiropractor at Fraum Chiropractic Life Center named SCCA District Director
August 24, 2015HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – Chiropractor Dr. Brad Fraum, D.C. was named District 1 Director for the South Carolina Chiropractic Association (SCCA). District 1 encompasses the counties of Beaufort, Colleton,…
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Thai Chicken Salad
August 21, 2015
By Kay MacInnis This is another recipe from that same chicken we used last week. The idea, if you’ll recall, was to take one chicken and create several meals…
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Thai Chicken Salad
August 21, 2015
By Kay MacInnis This is another recipe from that same chicken we used last week. The idea, if you’ll recall, was to take one chicken and create several meals…
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MUSC Study Shows Telehealth Offerings on Par With Office Visits Researchers Publish Landmark Study in Telehealth Efficacy for Mental Illness
August 20, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Patients who have been struggling with mental illness and access to care now have assurance from a new study that telehealth services delivered at a patient’s convenience are…
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MUSC Physicians Purchases Parkshore Centre in Charleston
August 17, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer assisted MUSC Physicians in the purchase of Parkshore Centre located at 1 Poston Road in Charleston, South Carolina. The approximately 120,000 sq.ft.…
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Leading Cardiologist Joins Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC)
August 11, 2015Leading Cardiologist Joins Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) Premier advanced-care referral and emergency hospital continues expansion with appointment of Dr. Sophy A. Jesty CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Veterinary Referral…
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Charleston Veterinary Referral Center partners with Pet Helpers
August 11, 2015Specialty veterinary hospital to provide financial support and care to local rescue shelter CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) – a premier advanced-care veterinary hospital in the…
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Charleston Veterinary Referral Center partners with Pet Helpers
August 11, 2015
Specialty veterinary hospital to provide financial support and care to local rescue shelter CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) – a premier advanced-care veterinary hospital in the…
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Leading Cardiologist Joins Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC)
August 11, 2015
Leading Cardiologist Joins Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) Premier advanced-care referral and emergency hospital continues expansion with appointment of Dr. Sophy A. Jesty CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Veterinary Referral…
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MUSC Health, Charleston Battery announce naming rights for stadium
August 3, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – MUSC Health and the Charleston Battery expand their ongoing relationship with the award of naming rights to the team’s stadium through the end of the decade. MUSC…
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Trident Health Welcomes New Chief Medical Officer
August 3, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Kevin Shea, M.D., has been named Chief Medical Officer for Trident Health. Dr. Shea comes to Trident Health from the Carolinas Hospital System in Florence, S. C. He…
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What’s in a Smile?
July 22, 2015
By Leslie Pitner, DDS A smile is one of the most powerful ways we have to connect with other people. Having a smile you are confident to share can…
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U.S. News and World Report: MUSC ranks as state’s number one hospital
July 22, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – MUSC was named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the country’s best hospitals in the treatment of ear, nose and throat (ENT) disorders, as well…
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Select Health associates complete Darkness to Light training
July 14, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Thirty-five associates from Select Health of South Carolina’s Integrated Healthcare Management team completed Darkness to Light (D2L) Stewards of Children® training where they learned how to prevent,…
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Select Health Recognizes PASOs for Improving Community Health
July 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – PASOs, an organization that helps the Latino community and service providers work together to build strong and healthy families, is the first agency to be recognized as…
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Select Health Recognizes Sumter Family Health Center for Improving Community Health
July 14, 2015
SUMTER, SC – Sumter Family Health Center is the first provider to be recognized as part of Select Health of South Carolina’s “Got Health” campaign, which encourages and recognizes First…
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A statement from Dr. David Cole, President of the Medical University of South Carolina, regarding the removal of the Confederate flag
July 9, 2015
A statement from Dr. David Cole, President of the Medical University of South Carolina, regarding the removal of the Confederate flag: “The South Carolina Legislature’s action this week to remove…
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Germain Dermatology Welcomes Award-Winning Mohs Surgeon to Practice
July 7, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Germain Dermatology of Mount Pleasant, S.C. announces the addition of Joseph McGowan IV, M.D., Mohs Micrographic and Dermatologic Surgeon, to its practice located at 612 Seacoast…
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MEDcare Urgent Care Earns High Marks With The UCAOA
July 1, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – MEDcare Urgent Care, a physician-directed and privately-owned healthcare provider in South Carolina, has achieved the UCAOA (Urgent Care Association of America) Accreditation designation. MEDcare Urgent Care is now…
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Darlington County Teen Pregnancy Prevention Advocate Honored during SC Campaign’s Annual Conference
June 24, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Darnell McPherson—Executive Director of Darlington County First Steps—was honored as the 2015 recipient of the Murray L. Vincent Outstanding Prevention Professional Award during the South Carolina Campaign…
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Camp Happy Days Hosts Annual Summer Camp for Children Battling Cancer June 28 – July 4
June 17, 2015
Camp Happy Days Presents Annual Summer Camp Themed “Seize the Moment” CHARLESTON, SC – Starting next Sunday, June 28 through Saturday, July 4, Camp Happy Days welcomes over 220…
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Taskforce Releases Recommendations for Improvements to Long-Term Care in South Carolina
June 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Recommendations to reshape South Carolina’s long-term care system have been released by a statewide taskforce convened by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health. These recommendations…
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MUSC Children’s Hospital keeps national status as one of the best
June 10, 2015
Annual U.S. News & World Report rankings cite cardiology program for 9th time CHARLESTON, SC – MUSC Children’s Hospital has again been ranked as a “best hospital” for children’s heart…
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Taskforce Releases Recommendations for Improvements to Long-Term Care in South Carolina
June 10, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Recommendations to reshape South Carolina’s long-term care system have been released by a statewide taskforce convened by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health. These recommendations…
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Trident Health’s Advanced Wound Care Centers Achieve International Accreditation
June 4, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Advanced Wound Care Centers at Trident and Summerville Medical Centers have each earned a clinical hyperbaric medicine facility accreditation demonstrating their commitment to patient care and facility…
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HCA Names Coastal Carolina Bariatric Center Number One in Patient Satisfaction Four Years in a Row
June 3, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) announced this week that the Coastal Carolina Bariatric Center has been recognized among more than 1,350 practices within HCA as the number…
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A Conversation With Health Sciences South Carolina CEO Dr. Helga Rippen
June 2, 2015
On Tuesday of this week, Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) was awarded a $15.3 million grant from Charlotte-based philanthropy organization, The Duke Endowment, to support the transformation of health in…
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A Conversation With Health Sciences South Carolina CEO Dr. Helga Rippen
June 2, 2015
On Tuesday of this week, Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) was awarded a $15.3 million grant from Charlotte-based philanthropy organization, The Duke Endowment, to support the transformation of health in…
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The Duke Endowment Awards $15.3 Million to Health Sciences South Carolina to Advance South Carolina-North Carolina Health Collaborative
June 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina and North Carolina have many things in common: southern heritage, a love of good food and family, beautiful beaches and mountains. The two states also…
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The Duke Endowment Awards $15.3 Million to Health Sciences South Carolina to Advance South Carolina-North Carolina Health Collaborative
June 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina and North Carolina have many things in common: southern heritage, a love of good food and family, beautiful beaches and mountains. The two states also…
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MUSC researcher part of new White House BRAIN effort
May 26, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – For the second time, Joseph A. Helpern, Ph.D., MUSC Department of Radiology and Radiological Science professor and vice chairman for research and professor of neurosciences will participate…
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Surgeon garners appointment at largest federal funding source
May 21, 2015MUSC Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery Appointed Chair of NIH Review Committee . CHARLESOTN, SC – John Ikonomidis, M.D., Ph.D., chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC),…
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Charleston businessman gives $25 million to build new hospital
May 14, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has announced a $25 million gift from Charleston businessman Shawn Jenkins to help build the new MUSC Children’s Hospital and…
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Weight Management Center offers first telehealth program
May 11, 2015
South Carolinians granted easier access to evidence-based weight loss programs COLUMBIA, SC – It’s that time again… when people become bombarded with images of perfect bodies in bikinis and swim…
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Ballast Point Ventures completes two portfolio company exits
May 10, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Ballast Point Ventures is pleased to announce successful exits from two of its portfolio companies. KBI Biopharma, headquartered in Durham, NC, and with facilities in Research Triangle…
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