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STATESBORO, GA - East Georgia Regional Medical Center proudly announces that Nicola Stansel, R.N., a labor and delivery nurse in the Women’s Pavilion, has been recognized with the Nursing Excellence Award, one of the organization’s highest honors. Stansel was first selected as East Georgia Regional Medical Center’s Nursing Excellence Award recipient and is one of ten national winners selected across all hospitals affiliated with Community Health Systems, one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers.... ... Read More

More Than $17.5 Million Invested in Equipment, Technology and Facility Enhancements Across Multiple Departments STATESBORO, GA – East Georgia Regional Medical Center continues to invest in advanced technology, equipment and facility enhancements across multiple departments as part of its long-term strategy to support the growing healthcare needs of Bulloch County and surrounding communities. Since September 2025, the hospital has invested more than $17.5 million in capital projects designed to enhance p... ... Read More

STATESBORO, GA – Hernias continue to represent one of the most prevalent medical conditions in the United States, affecting an estimated five million Americans living with the condition. Hernia repair is one of the most frequently performed surgeries nationwide. A hernia occurs when tissue or an organ pushes past muscle and pops out, creating a bulge. Hernias usually happen in the abdominal area or groin. The bulge can appear when a person’s body is in certain positions or when they’re doing certain phy... ... Read More

STATESBORO, GA – Chandler Driggers Jeffers, R.N., was honored with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses at East Georgia Regional Medical Center. A nurse in the telemetry unit and a member of the EGRMC team for nearly four years, Chandler received multiple nominations from patients, colleagues and students for the award. One patient shared, “Chandler always has a smile on her face and in her voice. It’s clear she loves what she does, and she does it exceptionally well. We need more Chandlers in the w... ... Read More

STATESBORO, GA – East Georgia Regional Medical Center (EGRMC) proudly recognized Amy Shuman, clinical coordinator in the emergency department, as the recipient of the 2026 DAISY Nurse Leader Award during the hospital’s annual DAISY Awards celebration luncheon. A respected leader and dedicated nurse, Shuman recently celebrated her 31st anniversary with the organization. She was selected for the prestigious honor based on nominations highlighting her exceptional leadership, clinical excellence, compassion... ... Read More

STATESBORO, Ga. – East Georgia Regional Medical Center (EGRMC) proudly recognizes six exceptional team members who were honored as Employees of the Month during the second half of 2025. These exceptional team members Joshlyn Curry (July), Linda Oglesby (August), Madison Poole (September), Madison Allen (October), Alice Levering (November) and Micaela Wert (December) each demonstrate an unwavering commitment to excellence, teamwork, and compassionate care, strengthening the hospital’s mission and positiv... ... Read More

STATESBORO, GA - In recognition of National Doctors’ Day, East Georgia Regional Medical Center recognized the dedication of the medical staff. “On Doctors’ Day, and every day, we are grateful to work with our dedicated and skilled providers. We recognize their tireless efforts to give safe, quality and compassionate care to every patient, every time, always,” states Stephen Pennington, CEO. The hospital chose to honor the medical staff on Doctors’ Day by making donations to community organizations, chos... ... Read More

STATESBORO, Ga – At more than 316,000 patient encounters last year, East Georgia Regional Medical Center delivered on its commitment to provide quality healthcare for the Bulloch County and Southeast Georgia community. The health system’s 2025 Community Benefit Report shows care extended well beyond the hospital and clinics, contributing more than $273 million to the region through charity/uncompensated care provided, capital dollars reinvested in services and facilities, employee payroll, charitable pr... ... Read More

STATESBORO, GA - East Georgia Regional Medical Center (EGRMC) is proud to recognize Sonya English, LPN, of Statesboro Family Practice, as a recipient of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. English is the first DAISY Award recipient recognized from East Georgia Regional Medical Center’s physician clinic network, highlighting the important role nurses play in patient care both inside the hospital and throughout the community. The DAISY Award is an international program that celebrates nurses who dem... ... Read More

STATESBORO, GA – East Georgia Regional Medical Center (EGRMC) is proud to announce that Blake Morgan, R.N., of the intensive care unit (ICU) has been named a recipient of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, a national recognition that honors nurses who provide compassionate, skillful care and make a profound difference in the lives of their patients and families. Blake was nominated by multiple patient families who shared deeply personal stories of the compassion and dedication he showed during so... ... Read More