Press Releases

George Regional Health System is pleased to announce the opening of the Stonnington Orthopedics and Joint Replacement Clinic. In collaboration with Memorial Hospital at Gulfport (MHG), George Regional Health System will begin offering Orthopedic Services in Lucedale on August 3rd. George Regional Health System is honored to be partnering with MHG to bring outstanding Orthopedic Services…

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Michael Stonnington, M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon, in affiliation with George Regional Health System, is opening a new orthopedic practice in the George Regional Specialty Center (57 Dewey Street). Dr. Stonnington, along with Nurse Practitioner Kelley DeBar, will begin seeing patients on August 3rd. Michael Stonnington, M.D., received his BA with a distinction in Archaeology from the University…

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We are so thankful for our amazing healthcare staff and our supportive community. Check out these ‘thank you’ videos from some of our staff members and our local businesses. Century Bank (Main Branch) Kimberly King (Surgery) Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Butch Murphy (Maintenance Department) George County Sheriff’s Department (Sheriff Keith Havard) Lainey Havard (Labor…

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Waylon Loper is a nurse in the Emergency Department and has been part of the George Regional Health System family for three years. “Waylon is the hidden treasure of George Regional Health System. He is by far the best team player and most compassionate nurse we have. On any given workday all I have to say…

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Over the last few months, a book featuring George Regional Hospital departments and employees has been in the works. That book, George County Hospital, the First 50 Years, is now available. There will be a book signing Thursday, January 30 from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the Outpatient Lobby. The books are $20. The book…

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During George Regional Health System’s 8th Annual Pink Pumpkin Patch 5K, an incentive was offered to the students of George County to earn money for their sports/booster clubs. Taking the lead was Cross Country earning $750, followed by Soccer earning $500 and Band receiving the third place prize of $250. Greg Havard, CEO, presents a $500…

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The Sleep Center opened its doors in 2016 and continues to help those who struggle with sleep issues. “Our Sleep Center is growing and in order to provide our patients with the best standard of care, we have added a Sleep Medicine Specialist,” states Karen Saussy, BSHA-Ed, RRT, Director of Cardiopulmonary. “We are excited to welcome…

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Karen Saussy, BSHA-Ed, RRT, has been chosen to lead the Cardiopulmonary Department at George Regional Hospital. Karen has been a part of the George Regional Health System family since 2008. She has a Bachelor of Science in Health Administration from William Carey University and is a Registered Respiratory Therapist.  Karen has been instrumental in developing the…

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One in five people will develop skin cancer in their lifetime, but, if caught early is 99% curable. Declan Hegarty, M.D., board certified surgeon at Community Surgical Center, will perform visual skin cancer screenings on Wednesday, July 24 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the George County Senior Center. The screening is completely free and…

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