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Atrium Health Navicent Welcomes Rashard Johnson as President

10.29.2025

Atrium Health Navicent has welcomed Rashard Johnson as the health system’s new president. Reporting to Atrium Health Georgia Market President Delvecchio Finley, Johnson leads the health system’s facilities in central Georgia, including Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center in Macon, Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin in Milledgeville, and Atrium Health Navicent Peach in Byron.

Now is the best time to get your flu, COVID-19 and RSV shots to protect yourself

10.22.2025

October is one of the best months to get your flu, COVID-19 and RSV shots to protect yourself and your loved ones, as winter weather and respiratory virus season approaches. Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are now available and are options for most people over 6 months of age.

Atrium Health Navicent Mobile Mammography Coach Logs Nearly 1,300 Screenings

10.20.2025

Laura Smith was scrolling on Facebook this spring and saw a post about Atrium Health Navicent’s mobile mammography coach visiting Cochran. Smith, who serves as the county extension coordinator for Telfair County knew that many women in her community face challenges having to travel to a facility for annual screenings, so she scheduled for the mobile mammography coach to visit the community in May.

Join Atrium Health Navicent this October to Raise Awareness About Breast Cancer

10.1.2025

This October, there are more than just pumpkins decorating homes and businesses across central Georgia. Pink and green Paper Doll silhouettes have begun making an annual appearance as well.

Atrium Health Navicent Offers Hope for Patients Living with Common Heart Rhythm Disorder

9.29.2025

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) affects more than 59 million people worldwide — and that number is rising. It’s the most common heart rhythm disorder, yet many people don’t know they have it until they experience a life-altering event like a stroke or heart failure.

Atrium Health Navicent’s Rise to Success Program Celebrates First Graduate

9.23.2025

In high school, Nya Jenkins knew she wanted to work in health care. She received nurse aide training as part of her high school curriculum and passed the state Certified Nurse Aid examination.

Help Kids Thrive This School Year: Why Youth Sports Matter More Now Than Ever

9.17.2025

As fall begins, so does the excitement of youth sports. There are many reasons beyond trophies for children to participate, including factors that improve their physical and mental health.

Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center Nationally Recognized for High-Quality AFib Care

9.10.2025

Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - AFib Gold quality achievement award for its commitment to managing atrial fibrillation (AFib), ultimately helping to reduce patients’ stroke risk. This is the fifth consecutive year Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center has achieved the award.

Atrium Health Navicent Receives Fifth Magnet Designation for Nursing Excellence

9.8.2025

Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center recently attained its fifth Magnet recognition, a testament to the hospital’s continued dedication to high-quality nursing practice. The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program® distinguishes health care organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence.

Finding Joy in Helping Patients

8.28.2025

Dr. Magendran Danapal, chief of vascular surgery at Atrium Health Navicent, embraces new methods and technology to give patients immediate relief and long-term success.