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OTC health science programs granted accreditation

OTC health science programs granted accreditation

The Medical Assisting program has been granted continuing accreditation for nine years, and the Paramedicine program was granted initial accreditation this year. Both designations were given by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Weekly COVID Report | Monday, November 6, 2023

Weekly COVID Report | Monday, November 6, 2023

In this weekly COVID report, Bulloch County’s risk status remains LOW by COVIDACTNOW and CDC tracker. Georgia's statewide also remains LOW.
A happy Halloween was had by all at the hospital

A happy Halloween was had by all at the hospital

Get ready for a spook-tacular adventure as Grice Connect reporter Michele LeBlanc joins the festivities at the Happy Hospital Halloween Family Fest at EGRMC!
State leaders launch statewide collaboration to combat farmer mental health crisis

State leaders launch statewide collaboration to combat farmer mental health crisis

To address the pressing issues of farmer mental health and well-being, several listening forums will be held across the state to foster understanding, compassion and support within Georgia’s farming and faith communities.
Sen. Ossoff delivering resources to prevent and treat opioid addiction

Sen. Ossoff delivering resources to prevent and treat opioid addiction

Sen. Ossoff is delivering $7 million to the Georgia Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) to strengthen Georgia’s response to the opioid epidemic. Federal resources will also help law enforcement effectively respond to trauma cases involving substance abuse.
Deonna Jones is the newest EGRMC Employee of the Month

Deonna Jones is the newest EGRMC Employee of the Month

Deonna Jones has been part of the team at EGRMC for almost 20 years.
Leah Mitchell Receives DAISY Award at East Georgia Regional Medical Center

Leah Mitchell Receives DAISY Award at East Georgia Regional Medical Center

Leah Mitchell, R.N., was honored with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses at East Georgia Regional Medical Center
Weekly COVID Report | Monday, October 16, 2023

Weekly COVID Report | Monday, October 16, 2023

In this weekly COVID report, Bulloch County’s risk status remains LOW by COVIDACTNOW and CDC tracker. Georgia's statewide also remains LOW.
Georgia Southern’s public health center receives $4 million to assist rural hospitals nationwide

Georgia Southern’s public health center receives $4 million to assist rural hospitals nationwide

The funding will support the team’s implementation of the Targeted Technical Assistance for Rural Hospitals Program over a five-year period
Dr. Loy Cowart III earns prestigious GAFP '2023 Family Physician of the Year' award

Dr. Loy Cowart III earns prestigious GAFP '2023 Family Physician of the Year' award

The award is given to GAFP members who have consistently demonstrated stellar leadership and have made significant contributions to either their profession or the community.