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Atrium Health Navicent Physicians Urge Community to Catch Up on Vaccinations During National Immunization Awareness Month

8.25.2022

Doctors offer vaccine guidelines for all ages Atrium Health Navicent physicians urge the community to catch up on recommended vaccinations this August in observance of National Immunization Awareness Month and to take preventative steps to improve health and wellness. COVID-19 vaccinations are now available and recommended for everyone aged 6 months and older.

Atrium Health Navicent Women’s Care OBGYN Now Offering Care in Forsyth

8.24.2022

Health system expands access to women’s care with new services in Monroe County As part of Atrium Health Navicent’s commitment to improving maternal health and expanding access to quality health care, obstetrics and gynecology services are now being offered in Forsyth at Atrium Health Navicent Women’s Care OBGYN. “Annual well visits and prenatal care are essential to women’s health, but women living in rural areas often face barriers in having to drive long distances to receive quality care,” said Dr. Felisha Kitchen, an Atrium Health Navicent OB-GYN and director of clinical practice for women’s services. “With Atrium Health Navicent now offering obstetrics and gynecology services in Forsyth, women living in Monroe County and the surrounding area have access to a women’s care specialist close to home.” Dr.

Atrium Health Navicent and Peach County Schools Partner to Provide State-of-the-Art School-Based Virtual Health Services

8.23.2022

Students, faculty and staff can participate in a virtual visit with a health care provider without leaving campus Atrium Health Navicent and Peach County Schools celebrated a new partnership to provide Peach County students, teachers and school staff with school-based virtual health care services during a Tuesday ceremony. The Atrium Health Navicent School-Based Virtual Care program offers Peach County Schools’ 3,600 students and 500 teachers and school staff members access to virtual visits with a health provider without leaving their school campus, acting as an extension of services provided by established school nurses and offering near-immediate access to more advanced care. “Atrium Health Navicent is committed to expanding access to high quality health care, reducing disparities and bridging barriers, to improve the health and wellness of the communities we serve,” said Atrium Health Navicent President and CEO Delvecchio Finley. “Helping students remain healthy and in the classroom, and providing quick treatment for their teachers and other school staff, has the potential to make a far-reaching impact on the future health of our community as these children grow into healthier adults.

Atrium Health Navicent Physicians Urge Community Support for Breastfeeding Mothers

8.22.2022

National Breastfeeding Awareness Month is observed each August and highlights benefits for mothers and babies Studies have demonstrated considerable health benefits for mothers who breastfeed their babies for 12 months, and for their babies. As part of Atrium Health Navicent’s continuing commitment to address Georgia’s high rate of maternal mortality and improve outcomes for mothers and babies, physicians urge the community to support breastfeeding mothers and join in raising community awareness during National Breastfeeding Awareness Month.

Atrium Health Navicent Chief Human Resources Officer Named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s “52 Outstanding Health System Chief Experience Officers” in 2022 List

8.17.2022

List recognizes the most impactful chief experience officers for hospitals and health systems across the U.S. Atrium Health Navicent Chief Human Resources Officer and Atrium Health Chief Experience Officer Vishal Bhalla has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s “52 Outstanding Health System Chief Experience Officers” in 2022 list.

Enjoy Healthy Eating by Gardening this Summer with Safety Tips from Atrium Health Navicent

8.16.2022

Time spent gardening is good exercise and results in home-grown healthy food Gardening is a great way for the entire family to be physically active and eat healthier. There's something fulfilling and rewarding about harvesting your own vegetables and sharing them at the dinner table with friends and family.

Atrium Health Navicent Offering Virtual Childbirth Classes to Help Expectant Parents

8.15.2022

Virtual classes are available on topics of childbirth, breastfeeding and infant safety Atrium Health Navicent is now offering virtual childbirth classes to help expectant parents prepare for bringing a baby into the world. Physicians recommend that all pregnant patients participate in classes between the 24th and 36th weeks of pregnancy, with all classes completed by the 36th week. “Welcoming a child into the world is an amazing experience, but it can also be overwhelming.

Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin Designated as Georgia Remote Treatment Stroke Center

8.8.2022

Designation recognizes the hospital’s excellence in serving the community through stroke emergency treatment The Georgia Department of Public Health’s Office of EMS and Trauma has designated Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin as a Remote Treatment Stroke Center, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to excellence in stroke care. “Atrium Health Navicent is committed to expanding access to lifesaving care close to home for all central and south Georgia residents, and our visitors,” said Atrium Health Navicent President and CEO Delvecchio Finley. “This designation is recognition of our teammates’ ongoing innovation and drive for excellence as we improve health and wellness, elevate hope and advance healing in each of the communities we serve.” To achieve the Remote Treatment Stroke Center designation, Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin demonstrated that the hospital has implemented evidence-based best practices for caring for stroke patients and submitted data about timely treatment, improvement efforts, processes and policies. After reviewing the submitted materials, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Office of EMS and Trauma recognized Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin as an integral part of a comprehensive and growing stroke care system throughout the state.

Atrium Health Navicent’s ‘Walk with a Doc’ Program Receives Bike Walk Macon Mobility Maker Business Award

8.5.2022

In its third year, Atrium Health Navicent’s “Walk with a Doc” program was recently honored by Bike Walk Macon and recognized with the 2022 Macon Mobility Maker Business Award. “Walk with a Doc” encourages the community to achieve greater health and wellness by participating in regularly scheduled walks led by Atrium Health Navicent doctors in collaboration with our community partners including the MaconBibb County Parks and Recreation Department. First offered in 2019, the free walking program is designed for all fitness levels.

Dr. Warren Hutchings Receives Atrium Health Excellence in Diversity Award

8.3.2022

Award honors Atrium Health Navicent physician for advocacy for diversity, equity and inclusion Dr. Warren Hutchings, a family medicine physician at Atrium Health Navicent Primary Care West Macon, has been named the recipient of Atrium Health’s 2022 Excellence in Diversity Award.