Memorial Health University Medical Center

04/11/2026

Happy Dog Therapy Appreciation Day to all the dogs who bring joy and support to others - but especially to Penelope! She is the resident facility dog at our Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah.

Penelope spends her days roaming the halls, greeting guests with a tail wag and providing emotional support for kids during their hospital stay.

To Penelope, all the Coastal Therapy Dogs and the Fuzzy Therapy Miniature Horses, Inc. who visit Memorial Health, we appreciate all you do to bring smiles and comfort to our patients, their families and our colleagues.

04/10/2026

Today is National 💙 & 💚 Day for Organ Donation! Help us spread awareness about organ and tissue donation by sharing this post. Click here to become a registered donor: https://bit.ly/4edQ8iL Donate Life Georgia

04/08/2026

As part of our We Show Up for Our Communities days of service, more than 70 Memorial Health colleagues participated in a volunteer initiative for Hugaroo, Inc. They provide new stuffed animals to children who have experienced a life-threatening illness, traumatic event or are at risk.

Thanks to the commitment and enthusiasm of our volunteers today, more than 730 stuffed animals were bagged and tagged to share with patients at the Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah.

HCA Healthcare's We Show Up for Our Communities is held annually in alignment with National Volunteer Month. Last year during the initiative, more than 12,500 colleagues volunteered approximately 39,000 hours with 630 organizations. In the coming days, our Memorial Health colleagues will volunteer and support other organizations in our community.

04/07/2026

Back pain and aches are common, especially as you get older. But there are certain symptoms that shouldn’t be ignored.

If you're experiencing shooting pain, numbness, or weakness in your limbs, it’s time to talk to a doctor. Call 911 or visit the ER if your back pain is severe and accompanied by:
- Fever or chills
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
- Loss of sensation or movement in your legs and arms
- Numbness

Not sure what to do next? Get trusted advice from an experienced, licensed nurse 24/7. Save our Consult-A-Nurse® line and call anytime, day or night, for answers, advice and peace of mind: 844-70-NURSE (844-706-8773). It’s free.

04/06/2026

Congratulations to our recent DAISY Award winner, Silvia Garzon, RN, in our neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

Her nomination, submitted by a patient, states “When I gave birth at 24 weeks, everything was so traumatic. When I was finally able to see my baby, the first person I met was Silvia. She made sure I was okay - first thing. I will always remember what she said, ‘If mama is okay, then we will all be okay. We need to make sure you are stable just as we make sure your baby is stable.’ I knew at that moment she cared deeply for not only me, but my baby. The days following, whether it was in person or through phone calls, she was able to assure me that even if there were bad days, those days would be met with good days. I couldn’t ask for a better person to have cared for my baby, but also myself, even though she didn’t have to care for me like she did."

Silvia, congratulations on your DAISY Award! We are so proud to have you on our team!

Nominate a nurse for the DAISY Award: https://bit.ly/47L3ZcA

04/05/2026

This Easter, our Level IV NICU was filled with a little extra joy, thanks to the kindness of our community 🐰

In partnership with March of Dimes NICU Family Support Program, we were able to bring smiles to our tiniest patients and their families during what can be a long and challenging journey. A heartfelt thank you to the Madhatter Knitting Group for their beautiful handmade baskets, hats, and booties - your generosity wrapped our babies in warmth and love.

One NICU family shared:
"Activities like this make such a difference for families like us. Being here for four months can feel very long and repetitive, but having the Easter Bunny come by with a sweet little basket brightened our day and gave us a memory to hold onto for when she comes home."

Moments like these remind us that even the smallest gestures can make the biggest impact. Thank you to everyone who helped make this Easter so special for our NICU families. 💐

Memorial Health's neonatal intensive care unit earned Level IV designation by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the Georgia Department of Public Health last December. This means our dynamic multidisciplinary team is able to provide the highest level of care for premature and critically ill newborns.

04/03/2026

Managing or doesn’t mean you have to give up the foods you love. 🍽️ With the right approach, meals that support healthy insulin and blood sugar levels can be delicious, satisfying and simple to make.

Looking for inspiration? Explore easy recipes and learn about eating styles that can help you feel your best: https://bit.ly/3PNIOjW

04/02/2026

Need care this holiday weekend for a minor illness or injury? Our clinics offer fast, convenient care – with more than 350 locations across our broader HCA Healthcare network. Swipe to explore when to go to an urgent care clinic.

Our Savannah-area CareNow urgent care clinics are designed to support your family’s healthcare needs for many common illnesses and injuries. We provide convenient walk-in adult and pediatric care when timely treatment matters most.

For a complete listing of conditions we treat, services provided and a CareNow urgent care location near you visit: https://bit.ly/4sa9XuE

⚠️ Urgent care is for non-life-threatening conditions. If you have chest pain, difficulty breathing, a severe injury, uncontrolled bleeding or other serious symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away.

04/01/2026

If you're experiencing abdominal pain, pressure, or a visible bulge, it could be a hernia. The good news...treatment options have never been more advanced. Get the facts about hernias and the treatment options that can help.

Join master general and robotic surgeon Dr. T. Ellis Barnes as he discusses the latest advancements in hernia repair, including minimally invasive and robotic surgical options.

Tuesday, April 21 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Memorial Medical Office Building
(Adjacent to Children's Hospital of Savannah)
4790 Waters Avenue | Savannah, GA 31404

Register at: 844-630-5295 or MemorialHealth.com/Hernia

03/31/2026

Our Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah recently celebrated its fifth anniversary in our freestanding facility. In the latest edition of our Memorial Insider podcast, Children’s Hospital Administrator Heather Newsome talks about our pediatric services and the positive impact we have on our patients and our community.

Click here to watch: https://bit.ly/3QcuSQv

Listen to our podcast on major podcast sites like Apple Podcast, Spotify, and Amazon Music by searching Memorial Insider.

Our Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah recently celebrated its fifth anniversary in our freestanding facility. In the latest edition of our Memorial Insider podcast, Children’s Hospital Administrator Heather Newsome talks about our pediatric services and the...

03/30/2026

Today, Memorial Health celebrated Doctors’ Day. This annual observance provides us an opportunity to recognize our medical staff physicians and thank them for their ongoing commitment to our mission, “Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.”

‌‌We extend our deepest gratitude to our physicians for their unwavering dedication to elevating patient care, exhibiting great compassion, and for the expertise they bring to every patient encounter - making a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.

‌Happy Doctors’ Day!

03/28/2026

Join us for TREO Foundation’s The Walk! This fun event represents progress, transformation, and the power of moving forward, similar to a patient’s weight loss journey.

The purpose of TREO Foundation is “to end obesity, by increasing the scientific and public understanding of metabolic and bariatric surgery.” ‌

Memorial Health is proud to serve as the presenting sponsor for The Walk 2026 to support the Treo Foundation's Walk from Obesity in Savannah.
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TREO Foundation’s The Walk
Saturday, April 25 | ‌9 - 11:30am
‌Tom Triplett Community Park, 1335 US-80. Pooler, GA
Register at:https://bit.ly/4rTtaRf