SGMC Health, Valdosta, GA (2026)

04/28/2026

Please help us welcome John Candito as our new Director of Supply Chain Services at SGMC Health! 👋

John brings more than 20 years of supply chain leadership experience across healthcare, manufacturing, and defense industries.

In this role, he will oversee systemwide supply chain operations, including strategic sourcing, logistics, inventory management, vendor partnerships, and continuous improvement initiatives—supporting reliable access to the critical supplies our teams need to care for patients every day. 📦📊

We’re excited to have him on board and welcome his expertise to the SGMC Health team. Read more at the link in the comments.

04/27/2026

Today, we want to give a special shoutout to Darlene Murrell, Surgical Services Administrative Assistant, for the important role she plays in supporting our surgical teams. 🎉🏥

Darlene’s dedication, organization, and steady presence help keep daily surgery operations on track. From supporting staff to coordinating details and ensuring schedules and communication run smoothly, her work is essential for efficiency in the operating rooms.

Thank you, Darlene, for your dedication and impact. We appreciate you! 💚

04/27/2026

As wildfires continue to impact our region, SGMC Health team members came together to support those on the front lines. 👨‍🚒 Thanks to the generosity of our remarkable team, we were able to gather and deliver:

🚰 ~48 cases of water
🥤 ~57 cases of Gatorade and Powerade
👕 56 t-shirts
🧦 74 pairs of socks
🧻 180 packs of wipes
🥨 ~500 boxes of snacks, crackers, and nuts
⚡ 2 boxes of electrolyte packets
🩺 Additional personal care items, including deodorant, powder, lip balm, eye drops, pain relievers, and nasal spray

The response was so strong that we ran out of space and will be delivering additional donations early this week.

To our remarkable team: thank you for stepping up to care for others—both within our walls and across the communities we serve. 💚

04/26/2026

Happy Physician and Provider Recruitment Professionals Week! 🎉

This week, we highlight the incredible work of our recruitment professionals who help ensure our health system is staffed with qualified, mission-driven providers who are ready to serve.

At SGMC Health, that work is led by Julie Blodgett and Crystal Tompkins who bring passion, insight, and heart to every connection with physician candidates and their families. As Valdosta natives and Certified Physician/Provider Recruiter Professionals (CPRP), they’re uniquely equipped to share what makes our community and health system so special. ✨

Thanks to their efforts, SGMC Health continues to grow—welcoming new physicians and expanding specialties to better meet the needs of South Georgia. We’re grateful for all this team does to shape the future of care in our region. 💚

04/26/2026

We had a great time celebrating our Valdosta State University alumni here at SGMC Health! It was a great turnout filled with connection, appreciation, a little reminiscing, and a lot of fun.

We’re proud to have so many VSU Blazers as part of the SGMC Health family and look forward to collaborating for more events like this in the future.

A special thank you to the Valdosta State Alumni Association for helping make it all possible. Go Blazers!🔥

04/25/2026

We had an amazing time at our Walk With a Doc this morning thanks to our Graduate Medical Education program! 🥼 🎉

Thank you to everyone who came out, got their steps in, and made it such a fun and energizing morning! 🚶

It's always wonderful to see our community come together to prioritize health and connect with our physicians. We can’t wait to do it again! 👟

04/25/2026

Happy Medical Laboratory Professionals Week ! 🧪🎉

This week, we recognize the critical role our laboratory team plays in delivering accurate, timely results that support care across SGMC Health—from the emergency department and inpatient units to outpatient services throughout our health system. They provide the critical data our providers rely on every day to diagnose conditions, guide treatment decisions, and ensure patient safety. Through precision, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence, they help make high-quality care possible for every patient we serve. 💚

Join us in recognizing the incredible laboratory professionals who keep SGMC Health moving forward with confidence!

04/24/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week! 🩷

There’s a special kind of care that comes from showing up simply because you want to help—and that’s exactly what the men and women of the SGMC Health Volunteer Auxiliary do every day. Their generosity, kindness, and quiet acts of service create moments of comfort and connection that make a real difference.

We’re truly grateful for the time they give, the compassion they share, and the ways they help strengthen our health system and the communities we serve.

To learn more about how our volunteers support our mission—and how you can get involved—visit the link in the comments.

04/24/2026

As wildfires continue to impact parts of South Georgia, smoke and other airborne irritants are affecting local air quality—and for people with asthma, that can make breathing more difficult. 🔥🌬️

In this episode of What Brings You In Today, pulmonologist Vivek Yadav, MD, explains what asthma is and how the airways respond to environmental triggers like smoke, dust, and allergens. Asthma isn’t just shortness of breath; it’s an inflammatory reaction that causes the airways to tighten, limiting airflow and making breathing more difficult for some people.

During times of poor air quality, understanding how asthma works can help people recognize symptoms sooner, identify personal triggers, and be more mindful of how the environment around them is affecting their lungs—including knowing when symptoms may require medical attention. 🚨

🎧 Listen to the full conversation linked in the comments. Episodes are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

04/23/2026

Help us congratulate SGMC Urology sonographer Erskine Ramsey, our latest BEE Award recipient! 🎉🐝

Erskine was nominated for the compassionate, genuine care he provides during some of his patients’ most difficult moments. From his calm presence to his gentle, reassuring approach, Erskine helps make stressful treatments feel manageable. He takes time to connect, offer comfort, and ensure patients feel safe and respected every step of the way—often leaving such a positive impression that patients truly look forward to seeing him.

Congratulations, Erskine, and thank you for the difference you make every day. ✨

Read more about Erskine’s nomination at the link in the comments.

04/23/2026

Help us congratulate this month's Health System Hero, Alicia Jones, LPN! 🎉🏆

Known for her reliability and team‑first mindset, Alicia consistently steps in when needed and looks for meaningful ways to support both her patients and her coworkers. Her commitment to our High Reliability Organization (HRO) journey, along with her proactive focus on patient safety and attention to detail, makes her steady, patient‑centered presence truly impactful each day at our Dogwood Senior Behavioral Health Center at SGMC Health Berrien.

Learn more about Alicia’s nomination at the link in the comments. 💬

04/23/2026

Happy Neurodiagnostic Week! 🧠✨

Every scan, signal, and data point tells a story, and our Neurodiagnostic team is made up of the experts who know how to read them. At SGMC Health, these behind‑the‑scenes specialists play a critical role in helping providers understand what’s happening in the brain and nervous system so patients can get the right care at the right time.

Their work requires precision, focus, and a deep commitment to patient safety. Because of what they do, answers come sooner, and care decisions are clearer.

We're grateful for this remarkable team and the role they play in every patient journey. 💚

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