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Navicent Health Adopts Wire-Free Radar Localization Technology to Improve the Surgical Experience for Breast Cancer Patients

10.1.2019

Central Georgian Surgeons and Radiologists among first in Region to use the SCOUT ® System Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, Atrium Health Navicent (PACC) continues to demonstrate its commitment to offering the most advanced treatment options to patients with breast cancer by becoming the first hospital in the region to adopt the SCOUT® Wire-Free Radar Localization System in order to provide more compassionate care to patients undergoing treatment for breast cancer. "Having an abnormal mammogram and having to undergo a surgical procedure can be physically and emotionally distressing, and we strive to find ways to create a better experience - and better outcomes - for our patients. SCOUT eliminates the need to place a wire inside breast tissue to locate calcifications, a mass or even a tumor.

Dr. Dennis Ashley Named School of Medicine's Inaugural Will C. Sealy Endowed Chair of Surgery

9.30.2019

MACON - Mercer University today named Dennis Ashley, M.D., the inaugural Will C. Sealy Endowed Chair of Surgery in the School of Medicine (MUSM).

Lets Paint the Town Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness

9.30.2019

Join Atrium Health Navicent for a Month of Events Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related death among women in the U.S. and affects those of every ethnicity and socioeconomic background. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.

The Medical Center, Navicent Health Installs New Auxiliary Officers

9.24.2019

Auxiliary Contributes More than $100,000 and 13,000 Hours in Fiscal Year 2019 The Medical Center, Navicent Health celebrated the installation of its new Auxiliary officers on Monday, September 23, 2019. The incoming leaders for the 2020 fiscal year are as follows: Mary Robertson, President Mary Parks, President Elect Patsy Bass, Treasurer Melissa Hicks, Recording Secretary Bea Brooks, Corresponding Secretary "Our Auxiliary is a significant part of the framework of our hospital, and our officers support the Auxilians with competent leadership.

Ophthalmology, Navicent Health Recognizes September as Healthy Aging Month

9.20.2019

Treatments are available to slow the progression of many irreversible eye diseases Vision loss is not a normal byproduct of ageing, but the aging process can increase one's risk of developing a vision impairing disease. Ophthalmology, Atrium Health Navicent recognizes September as Healthy Aging Month and seeks to educate aging members of the community about the resources available to maintain eye health and to treat vision-impairing eye conditions. "Several vision impairing eye diseases are often associated with the aging process.

Healthy Dates Calendar, October 2019

9.19.2019

We're Painting the Town Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness! Please visit www.navicenthealth.org/pttp for a complete list of Paint the Town Pink 2019 events! 10/1 - Spinal Cord Injury Support Group, 6:30 p.m.

Men, Focus on Your Health at the Men's Health Fair On Sept. 28!

9.17.2019

Health Fair for Men Addresses Physical and Mental Health Concerns Atrium Health Navicent invites the men of central Georgia to participate in a health fair specifically designed to increase physical and mental wellness. Atrium Health Navicent will host the 2019 Men's Health Fair on Saturday, September 28 from 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Central Georgia Technical College, Building H (3300 Macon Tech Drive in Macon).

Rehabilitation Hospital Offers Opportunities to Reduce Fear and Falls, Improve Independence

9.16.2019

One in Four Adults Over Age 65 Fall Each Year Rehabilitation Hospital, Atrium Health Navicent (RHNH) is raising awareness and offering the community opportunities to address falls during September, national Fall Prevention Awareness Month. Each year, one in four adults over the age of 65 will fall, and many of these falls lead to serious injuries, like broken hips.

Are You Prepared for a Natural or Manmade Disaster?

9.12.2019

September is Emergency Preparedness Month Hurricane season is off to a roaring start, and this Emergency Preparedness Month, Atrium Health Navicent reminds the community to be prepared year-round for both natural and manmade disasters. Atrium Health Navicent's Safety, Emergency Management and Physical Environment Manager Steve Ramsey offers the following tips to ensure you and your family are prepared: Create a communication plan with your family, physically listing all emergency and family phone numbers with pen and paper.

Navicent Health Announces Hospital Chief Medical Officer Patrice Walker, M.D.

9.3.2019

Central Georgia Native Affects Change with Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion Atrium Health Navicent is pleased to announce the promotion of Patrice Walker, M.D. to the role of Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for The Medical Center, Navicent Health (MCNH). Dr.