Lexington Medical Center welcomes Christopher P. Rowley, MD: Physician will practice at Lexington Cardiology
August 16, 2017
Lexington Medical Center welcomes Christopher P. Rowley, MD, to its network of care at Lexington Cardiology. The board-certified cardiologists and highly skilled staff at the practice provide a variety of…
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Lexington Medical Center welcomes Randy Beard, MD: Orthopaedic Surgeon will practice at Lexington Orthopaedics
August 16, 2017
Lexington Medical Center welcomes Randy Beard, MD, to its network of care at Lexington Orthopaedics. He joins the board-certified surgeons and highly skilled providers at the practice to provide comprehensive…
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Lexington Medical Center welcomes Patrice L. High, DO
August 16, 2017
WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center is pleased to welcome Patrice L. High, DO, to its network of care at Palmetto Family Medicine. She joins the board-certified physicians, physician…
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A Conversation with Spann Laffitte of Delta Dental of South Carolina
August 15, 2017
H. Spann Laffitte, Jr. is vice president of sales and account management at Delta Dental of South Carolina, a dental benefits leader and a non-profit organization with a social mission…
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CDS Opens 3rd Wonder Center Room
August 14, 2017A ribbon-cutting event has officially opened the new room for the Wonder Center at the Center for Developmental Services (CDS). The Wonder Center is a day treatment program for…
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MUSC Health offering clinical care in the home
August 13, 2017MUSC Health will soon have the capability to provide clinical care to patients within their own homes throughout the Lowcountry and beyond. Teaming with BAYADA Home Care, MUSC Health currently…
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MUSC ranked state’s #1 hospital third year in a row
August 13, 2017MUSC Health was named by U.S. News & World Report for the third year in a row as the number one hospital in South Carolina, and one of the country’s…
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How to Safely Watch the Great American Eclipse of 2017
August 13, 2017On Aug. 21, 2017, the entire United States will see a partial eclipse of the sun. Parts of 11 states, including South Carolina, will experience a total solar eclipse. If…
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How to Safely Watch the Great American Eclipse of 2017
August 13, 2017On Aug. 21, 2017, the entire United States will see a partial eclipse of the sun. Parts of 11 states, including South Carolina, will experience a total solar eclipse. If…
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How to Safely Watch the Great American Eclipse of 2017
August 13, 2017
On Aug. 21, 2017, the entire United States will see a partial eclipse of the sun. Parts of 11 states, including South Carolina, will experience a total solar eclipse. If…
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Health Sciences South Carolina names Kenneth R. Deans, Jr. as Chief Executive Officer
August 11, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) has named Kenneth R. Deans, Jr. as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the nation’s first statewide health research organization that includes South…
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Health Sciences South Carolina names Kenneth R. Deans, Jr. as Chief Executive Officer
August 11, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) has named Kenneth R. Deans, Jr. as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the nation’s first statewide health research organization that includes South…
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MUSC encourages public transit
August 9, 2017The Medical University of South Carolina is launching a new program on Thursday, Aug. 10 to encourage more of its staff and students to use the CARTA system for their daily commute.…
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CONA introduces new total joint specialist, Dr. Daniel Gerscovich
August 9, 2017
Carolina Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Associates (CONA) announced the addition of total joint specialist Dr. Daniel Gerscovich to their practice. “Dr. Gerscovich is an excellent addition to our team, bringing expertise…
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Transformation thru Divorce opens office in Columbia, SC
August 9, 2017Debbie Martinez, president of Transformation thru Divorce, LLC is carrying the torch for divorce coaching and co-parenting in South Carolina as she expands her practice from Charleston to Columbia. The…
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Transformation thru Divorce opens office in Columbia, SC
August 9, 2017
Debbie Martinez, president of Transformation thru Divorce, LLC is carrying the torch for divorce coaching and co-parenting in South Carolina as she expands her practice from Charleston to Columbia. The…
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Providence Health earns ACR accreditation for mammography
August 8, 2017Providence Health has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in mammography as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Mammography is a specific type of imaging test…
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Four tips to make sure kids’ eyes and vision are ‘Grade A’ this school year
August 2, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology Shares Back-to-School Tips for Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month With back-to-school time around the corner, parents will be scrambling to buy new school…
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Four tips to make sure kids’ eyes and vision are ‘Grade A’ this school year
August 2, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology Shares Back-to-School Tips for Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month With back-to-school time around the corner, parents will be scrambling to buy new school…
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Four tips to make sure kids’ eyes and vision are ‘Grade A’ this school year
August 2, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology Shares Back-to-School Tips for Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month With back-to-school time around the corner, parents will be scrambling to buy new school…
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The Importance of Being a Positive Role Model in Health and Wellness
July 27, 2017
By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RD, CSSD, LD I had a very sad experience yesterday that reminded me of the power of being a positive role model. A 6 year…
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Dermatologist Ashton Rountree, MD, joins Germain Dermatology
July 26, 2017
Germain Dermatology of Mount Pleasant, S.C. welcomes dermatologist Ashton Rountree, MD, to the Germain Dermatology. Dr. Rountree will begin seeing patients on Tuesday, August 1 and is currently accepting new patients for all…
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GHS/USC researcher wins major research award
July 24, 2017
Manuel Casanova, M.D., a researcher at GHS and faculty member at the USC School of Medicine Greenville, along with researchers from Duke University and the University of Miami School of…
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GHS/USC researcher wins major research award
July 24, 2017
Manuel Casanova, M.D., a researcher at GHS and faculty member at the USC School of Medicine Greenville, along with researchers from Duke University and the University of Miami School of…
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TSO3 Files for an extended claim for duodenoscopes
July 23, 2017MYRTLE BEACH, SC – TSO3 Inc. (TSX: TOS), an innovator in sterilization technology for medical devices in healthcare settings, announced that the Company has filed a 510(k) submission with US…
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Pre-workout fueling made simple
July 21, 2017
By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Pre-workout fueling is essential for a good training session. A good training session allows your body to positively adapt to the training…
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AmbioPharm, Inc. expanding operations in Aiken County
July 18, 2017Biopharmaceutical Manufacturer Creating 100 Jobs To Accommodate Growth . AmbioPharm, Inc. (API), a full-service peptide and biopharmaceutical manufacturing company, is expanding its existing Aiken County operations. The expansion is projected…
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AmbioPharm, Inc. expanding operations in Aiken County
July 18, 2017
Biopharmaceutical Manufacturer Creating 100 Jobs To Accommodate Growth . AmbioPharm, Inc. (API), a full-service peptide and biopharmaceutical manufacturing company, is expanding its existing Aiken County operations. The expansion is projected…
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Columbia Heart’s Dr. Senn hits major milestone as the first midlands physician to implant 20 WATCHMAN devices
July 17, 2017
The Arrhythmia Center at Columbia Heart Clinic announced that Dr. Senn is the first physician in Columbia, SC to implant 20 WATCHMAN devices. The WATCHMAN is a novel one-time treatment for patients with atrial…
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Graham proposes Obamacare replacement
July 13, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) brought forward a new approach to health care reform that would redirect much of the current federal funding for Obamacare health insurance – an…
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Graham proposes Obamacare replacement
July 13, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) brought forward a new approach to health care reform that would redirect much of the current federal funding for Obamacare health insurance – an…
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American Hospital Association awards Palmetto Health the AHA NOVA Award for improving community health
July 12, 2017Palmetto Health has been awarded the American Hospital Association’s (AHA) NOVA Award for improving community health. The health care system received the national award for its Dental Health Initiative, one…
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Open Heart Surgery: Recovering Safely at Home
July 11, 2017Part 3 of 3 (See all 3 parts here) By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD and Blake DuBose Making the decision to have open heart surgery and undergoing…
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Open Heart Surgery: Recovering Safely at Home
July 11, 2017
Part 3 of 3 (See all 3 parts here) By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD and Blake DuBose Making the decision to have open heart surgery and undergoing…
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Palmetto Health named “Most Wired” for 10th time
July 10, 2017For the 10th time, Palmetto Health is being recognized as one of the “Most Wired®’ organizations by Hospitals & Health Networks magazine. Palmetto Health is one of only seven “Most Wired®”…
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Pathway Purchasing Network launches new value-added member programs
July 10, 2017
BDI Group subsidiary Pathway Purchasing Network, a specialty product purchasing and patient support services organization serving specialty pharmacies, home infusion companies and physician practices, announced today the launch of four…
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Holly Smith joins Providence Columbia Medical Associates
July 5, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Providence Health announced the addition of Holly Smith, DO, to the Providence Columbia Medical Associates team of primary care providers. Board-certified in internal medicine and nephrology (kidney…
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S.C. DHEC issues temporary swimming advisory
June 29, 2017
A section of beach along South Carolina’s Grand Strand has been placed under a temporary swimming advisory, the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reported today. “The area affected…
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S.C. DHEC issues temporary swimming advisory
June 29, 2017
A section of beach along South Carolina’s Grand Strand has been placed under a temporary swimming advisory, the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reported today. “The area affected…
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Open Heart Surgery: What to Expect in the Hospital
June 29, 2017Part 2 of 3 (See all 3 parts of this article here) By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD and Blake DuBose Open heart surgery is a major…
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Open Heart Surgery: What to Expect in the Hospital
June 29, 2017
Part 2 of 3 (See all 3 parts of this article here) By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD and Blake DuBose Open heart surgery is a major…
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Thirty-Two complete Doctor of Chiropractic Program at Sherman College
June 26, 2017
Thirty-two students from around the world received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, June 17, 2017. The commencement was a shared…
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South Carolina’s first diabetic food pantry opens July 1
June 22, 2017
Lexington Medical Center, Harvest Hope Food Bank and the American Diabetes Association are working together to establish the first diabetic food pantry in South Carolina. Scheduled to open July 1,…
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Open Heart Surgery: Preparing Mentally and Physically
June 22, 2017Part 1 of 3 (See all 3 parts of this article here) By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD and Blake DuBose “It’s an ascending thoracic aortic aneurysm.…
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Open Heart Surgery: Preparing Mentally and Physically
June 22, 2017
Part 1 of 3 (See all 3 parts of this article here) By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD and Blake DuBose “It’s an ascending thoracic aortic aneurysm.…
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Providence Health announces location of new freestanding Emergency Services Facility
June 20, 2017Providence Health announced that their new freestanding emergency services facility in Fairfield County will be located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 321 and Highway 213 across from Bi-Lo near…
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Travelyan Marcel Walker joins Providence Surgical Associates
June 19, 2017Providence Health is pleased to announce the addition of Travelyan Marcel Walker, MD, to its team of General Surgeons at Providence Surgical Associates. Board certified in General Surgery by the…
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Travelyan Marcel Walker joins Providence Surgical Associates
June 19, 2017Providence Health is pleased to announce the addition of Travelyan Marcel Walker, MD, to its team of General Surgeons at Providence Surgical Associates. Board certified in General Surgery by the…
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Palmetto Health Foundation presents the Bill McDaniels Lobby at Palmetto Health
June 19, 2017Palmetto Health Foundation and Palmetto Health leaders presented The Bill McDaniels Lobby at Palmetto Health. The lobby, located on the 11th floor at Palmetto Health Richland, honors McDaniels for 27…
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Look to your fruit basket for dessert: Nectarines and Berries in Prosecco
June 19, 2017By Kay MacInnis Looking for a healthy dessert? Look into the fruit basket for the answer. Tack fruit onto the end of the meal in place of high-Calorie,…
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