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Women Should Continue Annual OB-GYN Visits Despite Changes in Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines

2.26.2025

Atrium Health Navicent doctors urge women to continue to see an OB-GYN annually despite changes in cervical cancer screening guidelines. “We’ve learned more about how cervical cancer develops over time, and although annual Pap tests may not be needed, all women should have a yearly visit with an OB-GYN for other screenings and to discuss their health,” said Dr. Joanna Ortega, an Atrium Health Navicent OB-GYN. “During your yearly visit, your provider will talk with you about your reproductive health goals, any peri-menopause or menopause symptoms and discuss any urinary concerns such as incontinence.” The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimated that about 13,820 new cases of invasive cervical cancer would be diagnosed in the United States in 2024, leading to about 4,360 deaths.

Take a Walk with a Doc in Milledgeville this Month

2.13.2025

Lace up your sneakers and continue making strides toward better health! Join Baldwin County’s Walk with a Doc wellness group at 5 p.m.

Application Window Opens for Atrium Health Navicent’s Rise to Success Program

2.4.2025

Atrium Health Navicent is now accepting applications for the Rise to Success Program which since 2023 has been offering graduating high school seniors with part-time employment and tuition assistance as they pursue health care careers. Applications are due March 1.

Prioritize Heart Healthy Habits During American Heart Month

2.3.2025

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and, in recognition of American Heart Month, Atrium Health Navicent is hosting events to help individuals learn more about their personal risk and steps they can take to prevent the disease. “Making a few simple lifestyle changes can make an incredible impact on your heart health, both today and for years into the future,” said Dr. Patrick Kohtz, an Atrium Health Navicent cardiothoracic surgeon. “It’s also important that you take steps to assess your risk and have regular visits with your primary care provider who can refer you to a specialist if needed.

Atrium Health Navient Baldwin Offers Heart Health Information with Free Lunch n’ Learn

2.1.2025

Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin is offering the community an opportunity to learn about heart health in the next session of its recurring Lunch n’ Learn series. The next Lunch n’ Learn will be held at 11 a.m.

Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center Wins Statewide Patient Safety Award

1.30.2025

The Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) recently awarded Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center a Patient Safety and Quality Award recognizing the hospital’s achievement in improving patient safety and medical outcomes. The hospital was recognized for its project, “Dolls Aren't Just for Babies Anymore,” which identified patients at risk for falls in the hospital and developed a strategy for reducing risk.

Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin Auxiliary Donates Lifesaving CPR Tool

1.27.2025

Members of the Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin auxiliary recently donated a lifesaving LUCAS (“Lund University Cardiac Assist System”) Device to the hospital to assist in treatment of patients experiencing cardiac arrest. The device delivers industry guidelines-consistent chest compressions regardless of a medical provider’s physical strength and stamina. “Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin is committed to quality, excellence and patient safety,” said Thomas Goss, Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin’s chief operating officer. ”We are so thankful to the Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin auxiliary for their volunteerism and dedication to helping us provide the highest quality care for patients in Milledgeville and the Lake Oconee region.” The $32,273 raised which funded the device donation came from volunteers’ work in the hospital’s Pink Bow gift shop.

Atrium Health Navicent Expands On-Demand Urgent Care Video Visits to 24/7 Care

1.16.2025

When urgent care is needed, Atrium Health Navicent is now available from the comfort of your home or office, anywhere with a smartphone, tablet or computer, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. First launched by Atrium Health Navicent in 2020, our virtual care platform allows patients to connect to doctors, advanced practice providers and care teams for health conditions typically treated through primary and urgent care, such as cold or flu, fever, allergies, bronchitis, sinus infections, strep throat, pink eye, hypertension, gout, rashes and stomach discomfort. “By expanding availability of urgent care video visits to around-the-clock care, patients don’t have to worry about leaving their home or work, or finding transportation or childcare,” said Atrium Health Navicent Chief Clinical Officer Dr.

Help Prevent Birth Defects with Tips from Physicians at Atrium Health Navicent

1.15.2025

In observance of Birth Defects Awareness Month, physicians at Atrium Health Navicent encourage expectant mothers and women of child-bearing age to become educated about steps they can take now to prevent and detect birth defects. Birth defects — structural changes present at birth that can affect almost any part of the body — affect 1 in every 33 babies born in the United States each year and are the leading cause of infant deaths, accounting for 20 percent of all infant deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Atrium Health Navicent Expands Cancer Treatment Offerings

1.9.2025

Atrium Health Navicent Peyton Anderson Cancer Center is now offering additional treatmentoptions for patients with pancreatic, liver and gastrointestinal cancers with the addition of Dr. Salah Abdel Jalil.