July 23, 2018
The pools are splashing. Campgrounds and ball fields are hopping. And the highways are filled with families heading out to spend quality time at beaches, mountains and other fun destinations across the country. All of this outdoor activity can only mean one thing – summer has officially arrived! And while now can be the perfect time to enjoy fun in the sun and fill up on vitamin D, it’s important to take the proper precautions against getting overheated as the temperatures climb this time of year.
July 23, 2018
The American Cancer Society (ACS) has recently released updated guidelines that lower the recommended age for colon cancer screening. According to the new ACS recommendations, those at average risk for colon cancer should begin screening at age 45 instead of 50. The new guidelines were put in place following a major data review that showed a rising rate of colon cancer in adults younger than 50.
June 11, 2018
June is Men’s Health Month, a great time for men to evaluate their current level of wellness and recommit to a healthy lifestyle.
March 14, 2018
“You are what you eat.” We’ve all heard it, and many of us have jokingly used the common saying amongst one another. But there really is a kernel of truth there. Eating healthy can help us be healthy. There’s never a bad time to talk about healthy eating, but March is an especially good opportunity because it’s National Nutrition Month® – a time to focus on making smart food choices, establishing healthy eating habits and ensuring that we are doing what we can to reduce food waste.
February 2, 2018
You get one heart. Treat it smart with a heart-healthy lifestyle.
January 3, 2018
St. Francis Hospital is ringing in 2018 with the year’s first bundle of joy. Weighing 6 pounds and 4 ounces and measuring 19 ½ inches, D’Nyla was born to Makayla and Dwight, Monday, Jan. 1, at 1:40 pm.
December 22, 2017
In the latest round of Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings released by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), St. Francis Hospital has been awarded a top 5-star rating.
CMS unveiled its new, expanded Star Ratings program last year, as part of a national push to increase healthcare transparency and help patients and their family members make informed decisions about their healthcare. Rankings are determined by a host of data, including mortality, safety and readmission outcomes; patient experience; effectiveness and timeliness of care; and the efficient use of medical imaging.
November 27, 2017
Hospital’s interim CEO moves into permanent position
November 2, 2017
Dr. Sylvester McRae, Obstetrician-Gynecologist, will discuss benefits of hormone replacement therapy at a free lunch ‘n learn lecture on Monday, November 6. The program is from 12-1 pm in the Jack Tidwell Lecture Hall in the Butler Pavilion at 2300 Manchester Expressway.
October 31, 2017
St. Francis has been honored by the Chattahoochee Council of Boy Scouts of America with the 2017 Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award along with Honorable Gil McBride and Pastor Johnny Flakes III.
October 16, 2017
It’s a night out "for the girls" with Mocktails and manicures offered as well as information on the newest technologies helping physicians find and treat breast cancer more effectively.
October 10, 2017
Free screenings and a seminar focusing on anxiety and depression are being offered at St. Francis on Thursday, October 19. An estimated 16 million American adults—almost 7% of the population—had at least one major depressive episode in the past year.
October 5, 2017
The PrimeTime program at St. Francis is proud to partner with AARP Driver Safety to offer the AARP Smart Driver™ course, the nation’s first and largest refresher course designed specifically for drivers age 50 and older.
September 27, 2017
Volunteers were honored for service and two very special awards were presented at St. Francis today at the annual Auxiliary awards luncheon. Dozens received service pins recognizing individual hours of service from 500 to 10,500 hours. In all, since July 1 of 2016, volunteers have given 35,000 hours to serve patients, families and guests at St. Francis.
September 21, 2017
Chef Jamie Keating, CEC, of RiverMill Event Centre and EPIC restaurant, is nationally known for his fabulous cuisine, and this month he’s using his talents to help fight diabetes at “A Gourmet Celebration of Healthy Dining.” St. Francis and WC Bradley Company are co-sponsoring the
event with Jamie Keating Culinary, Inc. this Tuesday, September 26, at RiverMill Event Centre.
September 20, 2017
For young people considering a career in healthcare, the St. Francis Medical Explorer Post is a unique way to learn more. A new chapter kicks of activities for the 2017-18 year on Thursday, October 26, at 6:30 pm in the Jack Tidwell Lecture Hall in the Butler Pavilion. Meetings will take place once a month from October through April.
September 14, 2017
If ordinary life isn’t stressful enough, events such as hurricanes and violent incidents can heighten our tension, according to Sister Margaret. Knowing a few simple things to do when you feel really stressed may enable you to stay more peaceful.
September 13, 2017
Some cancers hit below the belt. Gynecological cancer is one of them. With September being Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, St. Francis is focusing on educating the community about how to detect these cancers in their earliest stages.
September 12, 2017
There are new options for people suffering with arthritis. Two orthopaedic surgeons will present this free seminar as part of the PrimeTime program and open to the public.
September 12, 2017
Technology is constantly improving and the audiologists at St. Francis ENT want to ensure that people have access to the most current hearing options, including implantable solutions.
September 10, 2017
With Irma’s projected path continuing to point to a significant and dangerous weather event for Columbus and the region starting Monday morning, St. Francis is closing some services, rescheduling procedures that were set for Monday.
September 8, 2017
With the strongest hurricane on record expected to impact Florida and Georgia in coming days and a number of evacuees already in the Columbus area, St. Francis leadership has put processes in place to be fully prepared.
September 1, 2017
Donors of all blood types are urgently needed to replenish the blood supply following a critical summer blood shortage.
August 17, 2017
Learn more about the newest treatment options for people with arthritis at a free seminar being offered by St. Francis. The program – entitled “All About Arthritis: New Hope & Treatment Options” – will provide an overview of different types of arthritis and treatment options.
August 14, 2017
Did you know arthritic joints can be replaced in the hands? 1 in 5 people over age 18 has doctor-diagnosed arthritis or more than 50 million adults. Doctors can replace these arthritic joints in the fingers helping to alleviate pain. Our very own Dr. Sean Blake tells us how.
August 9, 2017
Dr. Tamara Huff, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, could have chosen to practice anywhere, but she chose to return home to practice at the St. Francis Orthopaedic Institute. She specializes in a comprehensive approach to musculoskeletal care throughout the continuum of life.
July 25, 2017
Stephen T. Butler assumes Chair position as Audrey Hollingsworth is recognized for her service
July 14, 2017
Free seminar features physical therapist Lindsay Newcomb
July 10, 2017
Course helps drivers refresh knowledge of rules of the road, drive more safely and save on insurance
June 27, 2017
Students from six area high schools to attend Medical Symposium Wednesday
June 26, 2017
SPY Elite system is first of its kind in Chattahoochee Valley
June 19, 2017
Dr. Jill Moore to present tips for preventing and detecting cancer early
June 9, 2017
Program on living longer, healthier life is open to the public
June 6, 2017
New midwife Hatter joins most comprehensive midwivery practice in region with OBGYN Associates.
May 25, 2017
St. Francis Hospital has announced that Patricia “Pat” Ingram has been recognized as the hospital’s 2017 Mercy Award winner. The Mercy Award recognizes one employee from each of LifePoint Health’s hospitals who profoundly touches the lives of others and best represents the spirit and values on which the company was founded.
May 18, 2017
St. Francis will host a Stroke Seminar and Screenings on Tuesday, May 23 from 5pm -8pm in the Sara Ruth Carroll Auditorium of the Butler Pavilion located at 2300 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, GA 31904.
May 17, 2017
A free community seminar entitled “Mind Over Bladder” is being offered on Monday, May 22, at St. Francis Hospital. The program is from 12-1 pm in the Jack Tidwell Lecture Hall in the hospital’s Butler Pavilion. Due to limited space, reservations are recommended by calling 706-320-8060.
May 17, 2017
St. Francis Hospital has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Achievement Award with Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite for the second year in a row. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment and success ensuring that stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
May 11, 2017
The words “you have breast cancer” used to be interpreted as a death sentence. But that was years ago -- before the newest technologies and treatments brought new hope for millions of women. Unfortunately, some women still shy away from screening because of fear.
May 8, 2017
St. Francis Hospital today announced the appointment of its new chief nursing officer (CNO), Charlene Falgout, DSL. Falgout is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the nursing department and its daily operations. She, along with the clinical leadership team, will develop clinical and leadership strategies necessary to achieve the strategic goals for St. Francis.
May 4, 2017
St. Francis Hospital is focusing on helping people 50 and older live healthier longer lives by reviving the hospital’s PrimeTime program. The program, which was originally launched in 2007 as PrimeTime Seniors, kicks off a new season of life on Tuesday, May 16. Now simply called PrimeTime, the program will provide educational programs and free health screenings.
April 27, 2017
Women's health is the focus of several free community programs being offered by St. Francis Hospital during the month of May, observed nationally as Women’s Health Month. All of these programs are free, but due to limited space, reservations are recommended by calling 706.320.8060.
April 25, 2017
Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Leland McCluskey will present a program on the care provided by a Disaster Assistance Response Team (D.A.R.T.) in Northern Iraq earlier this year. The public is invited to attend the seminar which is on Thursday, May 4, from 12-1 pm at St. Francis Hospital’s Sarah Ruth Carroll Auditorium in the Butler Pavilion.
March 23, 2017
Nine out of ten people at risk for type 2 diabetes don’t even know they are at risk. Additionally, 25% of people who already have diabetes have not yet been diagnosed. Providing education to help those in danger lower their risk is St. Francis Hospital’s goal next Tuesday, March 28, which is Diabetes Alert Day.
March 15, 2017
With more than 300 people attending the St. Francis Heart Health Fair in February, and most of them at increased risk for heart disease, the hospital is promoting three upcoming heart-health classes.
March 8, 2017
Colorectal cancer is the only cancer that can be prevented with a screening procedure. Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer – which is cancer of the colon or rectum – it is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S.
March 8, 2017
Columbus, GA (March 8, 2017) –Chip Geitz, VP of Physician Practice Operations, at St. Francis Hospital will be speaking this week at the annual Alabama Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) Conference, being held in Birmingham, AL. The theme of this year’s program is “Leadership Through Chaos” and will be an opportunity for healthcare leaders to learn about the vast changes happening with medical practice management.
March 2, 2017
Columbus, GA (March 3, 2017) – St. Francis Hospital announced that Gwen Johnson has been promoted to Senior Administrative Director of Revenue Cycle.
February 28, 2017
Thank you for joining us on a 28 Day journey of your heart health. We hope you’ve found the articles helpful, and hope that some of you have learned something you may not have known before.
February 27, 2017
You got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While some inherited traits are good, others, like heart disease, aren’t so good. And it’s important to know that your risk of heart disease is strongly linked to your family history.
February 26, 2017
Often we hear about all the things that are bad for our hearts – smoking, diets high in fat, low levels of physical activity. Likewise, we often discuss the things that improve or protect your heart health – exercising regularly, eating well, decreasing stress, and seeking preventive healthcare.
February 25, 2017
When a heart attack strikes, every minute matters. In fact, the first few minutes are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient. According to the National Institutes of Health, of the people who die from heart attacks, about half will die within an hour of their first symptoms.
February 24, 2017
February 24, 2017
Things change the older you get. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from today. That said, it’s important to understand what you should keep in mind the older you get.
February 23, 2017
Got kids? Then you have a whole list of reasons to get up and get moving!
February 22, 2017
St. Francis Hospital has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Heart Care and one of America’s Best Stroke Centers by Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in healthcare. The award signifies that St. Francis Hospital is in the top tier of the nation’s 4,789 hospitals offering heart care and stroke services.
February 22, 2017
Sometimes, being bad feels so good. When dinner ends, you can’t help but want a few scoops of ice cream from the freezer. While it’s important to treat yourself from time to time, you want to keep the decadent desserts as a special treat, rather than an every night thing.
February 21, 2017
There is perhaps nothing more important for the health of your mind and body than consistently getting a good night’s sleep. This is the only time the body gets to truly slow down and relax, and you owe it to yourself and get a good night’s sleep every night.
February 20, 2017
Taking an active role in your preventative health can be the key to preventing heart disease and managing your risk factors. One of the best preventative measures is an annual heart health check-up. Even if you don’t have a heart condition, it’s crucial to schedule and keep annual exam appointments with your primary care doctor. These annual check-ups provide a baseline of your health and help compare against future visits.
February 19, 2017
Your heart is one hard-working muscle. It’s a fascinating, giant pump that is working second minute of every day. With it working so hard for you, maybe knowing a little more about your heart will inspire you to work a little harder to keep it healthier.
February 18, 2017
Our priority is making communities healthier. One way we do this is by providing educational opportunities and information that empowers people. Understanding the risk factors, signs and symptoms of certain illnesses and conditions, like heart disease, can have a serious impact on the likelihood of a positive outcome and a strong recovery.
February 17, 2017
Every New Year, and it’s the same promise to ourselves. Lose weight. Eat Healthier. Exercise. And even though most of us will fail to follow through on this resolution (just 8%, according to one finding, achieve their New Year’s Resolution), that failure is not because we don’t want to be healthier. More often, life just gets in the way.
February 16, 2017
After a long day at work, it’s easy to go home, kick off your shoes, and grab the remote. While this may help you unwind, it’s not doing any favors for your heart. In fact, if you’re like most Americans, it’s complicating an already sedentary lifestyle and increasing your risk of a number of health problems, including heart disease.
February 15, 2017
You’re sitting at your desk, and it’s getting close to lunchtime. You’ve got your brown bag lunch in the office fridge but aren’t particularly excited about it. Maybe it’s two day old meatloaf or turkey on a couple pieces of bread. When your co-workers stop by to say they’re headed out to the new burger place, you can’t resist. Eating out is not only tough on your wallet, it can be tougher on your heart.
February 14, 2017
There are many benefits of taking time for yourself. A little alone time can help you recharge, improve your focus, and manage stress, which is key to maintaining a healthy heart.
February 13, 2017
Taking an active role in your health can help you get the best care possible. One step in taking charge of your health is talking to your doctor about medications you are taking, the favorable results of that medication and any potential side effects.
February 12, 2017
When it comes to keeping your heart healthy, sometimes laughter is the best medicine. Not only is it free of charge, research shows that laughing can actually strengthen your immune system, boost your energy, alleviate pain and protect you from the damaging effects of stress.
February 11, 2017
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in the U.S. One in four men will die from heart disease. We want to change that statistic, and one way we can start to do so is by educating the community on the warning signs of heart disease so we can catch it early.
February 10, 2017
When it comes to heart health, you might hear your doctor talk about your “numbers”. What are they talking about? While the heart is a complex organ with a lot of moving parts, there are a few numbers that are particularly important when gauging your heart health.
February 9, 2017
If there’s one thing that most Americans have in common, it’s that we live sedentary lifestyles. From commuting to work and spending hours behind a computer, to watching TV or surfing the internet after work, health experts have long warned that we simply sit too much.
February 8, 2017
If you’re an egg lover, you may scoff at eating just the whites. After all, the yolk is the most delicious part. If you’re open to a change, utilizing just the whites of the egg every now and then can have benefits for your heart, particularly if cholesterol is a concern.
February 7, 2017
Manage blood pressure. Control cholesterol. Reduce blood sugar. Get active. Eat better. Lose weight. Stop Smoking.
February 6, 2017
Taking an active role in your health can help you ensure a long and healthy life.
February 5, 2017
When it comes to eating heart healthy, it starts at home. But how do you know what to stock in your pantry and fridge to help make everyday meals at home more heart healthy? We want to help.
February 4, 2017
The number one killer of men and women in the U.S., you may think that gender doesn’t matter when it comes to heart disease. But it does. According to the American Heart Association, in the past 30 years, more women than men have died each year from heart disease.
February 3, 2017
We’ve all seen the movie where a heart attack occurs. A character is walking along when suddenly they grab their chest, wincing with pain. Immediately they tell the other characters, “Call 911! I’m having a heart attack!”
February 2, 2017
Did you know that by exercising as few as 30 minutes per day, you can improve your heart health and quality of life? And it doesn’t have to be hardcore, rigorous physical activity – the kind that leaves you drenched in sweat and sore for days.
February 1, 2017
A heart health fair is among activities being planned by St. Francis Heart Hospital during February in conjunction with the national observance of February as American Heart Month.
February 1, 2017
The 2017 William H. Spurgeon III Award is being presented posthumously to the late Rex Milner recognizing his 28 years of service leading the Medical Explorer Post at St. Francis Hospital (SFH). The ceremony is being held on Tuesday, February 7, at 7 p.m. in the hospital’s Butler Pavilion, 2122 Manchester Expressway in Columbus. Members of the public, especially current and former Medical Explorer Post participants, are invited to attend.
February 1, 2017
Welcome to 28 Days of Heart Health. Each day this month, we’ll be posting a new article covering healthy recipes, common symptoms and warning signs, exercises you can do at home and much more. The next 28 days are all about you and your cardiovascular health.
January 26, 2017
St. Francis Hospital today announced the appointment of its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), John A. Milazzo III, CPA. In his role he will be responsible for directing and monitoring all hospital financial activities for the 376-bed hospital, physician practices, and specialty clinics.
January 25, 2017
Saved In the Nick of Time: Pulmonary Embolism at age 24
December 29, 2016
St. Francis Hospital has begun providing a pet therapy program, PAWSitive Pets, with the goal of providing additional emotional support for patients and guests. With the hospital’s namesake, St. Francis, known as the patron saint of animals, recognizing their power to impact people, offering pet therapy at the hospital is especially appropriate.
December 28, 2016
St. Francis Women’s Hospital is the first hospital in Georgia to earn the prestigious Perinatal Care Certification from The Joint Commission.
December 21, 2016
Law enforcement from the Columbus Police Department, Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office, Columbus State Police, Georgia State Patrol and more paid a visit to area folks Tuesday to brighten their holidays.
December 2, 2016
St. Francis Hospital invites the community to join its 22nd annual Light the Spirit festivities at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 6. The event takes place at the St. Francis Butler Pavilion, accessible via St. Francis Avenue.
November 23, 2016
Thanksgiving is just about here, and it’s the time of year when many people begin to feel overwhelmed.
November 16, 2016
St. Francis Hospital earned the recognition after successfully reducing the number of elective inductions and cesarean deliveries performed before 39 completed weeks of pregnancy to less than one percent (1%). This is a tremendous accomplishment, and one that will give more babies the right start in life, the March of Dimes says.
November 16, 2016
Opinions are mixed over whether talc or talcum powder increases a woman’s risk of ovarian cancer. A jury recently awarded 55 million dollars to an ovarian cancer survivor who said decades of talcum powder use made her sick.
November 10, 2016
Fueling your body with the right foods and drinks can peak your performance on the field.
November 10, 2016
Football season starts Friday around the Chattahoochee Valley, but that's also reason for concern.
November 10, 2016
From tailgating at your alma mater to rushing to get your little one to baseball practice, sports are in full swing in the South.
November 10, 2016
A lot has changed recently in the world of sports to help prevent concussions among athletes.
November 8, 2016
A Few Simple Tricks to Keep Your Waistline in Check
November 3, 2016
October 18, 2016
St. Francis Hospital’s Cardiac Services program has announced an affiliation with The Emory Clinic’s Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery. Jacob Davtyan, MD, Assistant Professor in the Emory University School of Medicine’s Department of Surgery and an Emory Clinic physician, joined the St. Francis Hospital medical staff and began seeing patients September 1, 2016.
July 13, 2016
The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to providing the most appropriate stroke treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
July 13, 2016
The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to providing the most appropriate stroke treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
May 15, 2016
Alicia Newton, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM, Clinical Nurse Educator, was announced today as the 2016 Mercy Award recipient for St. Francis Hospital. The Mercy Award is given to one employee at each of LifePoint Health’s affiliated hospitals each year. Created and named in honor of the late Scott Mercy, LifePoint’s founding Chairman and CEO, the award is the highest accolade that a LifePoint Health employee can receive.
May 6, 2016
Physicians and community leaders to serve on Board of Trustees, guide hospital forward
January 4, 2016
December 13, 2015
The St. Francis Hospital Board of Trustees today announced that David Koontz has been named interim chief executive officer (CEO) of St. Francis Hospital, effective immediately.
October 2, 2015
September 6, 2015
August 28, 2015
May 28, 2015
St. Francis is one of fewer than 100 hospitals in the U.S. chosen
January 9, 2015
November 14, 2014
St. Francis Hospital’s Susan Epley, MD, was awarded the prestigious Georgia Hospital Heroes Physician Hero Award at the Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) Annual Meeting November 13.
October 29, 2014
St. Francis was honored with an “A” grade in the Fall 2014 Hospital Safety Score, which rates how well hospitals protect patients from errors, injuries and infections.
October 16, 2014
Tour honors Mayo Clinic’s 150 years of service.
October 13, 2014
St. Francis was named a 2014/2015 Consumer Choice Award by National Research Corporation, as announced in the October 13 issue of Modern Healthcare magazine
September 30, 2014
Free health screenings, health information and flu shots—first come, first served.
September 22, 2014
St. Francis recently received the Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold-Plus Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for the treatment of stroke patients.
August 14, 2014
For the second year, St. Francis Mission Awareness Team volunteers will deliver 20+ baskets and boxes of school supplies for needy children to area agencies and one school, starting at 2 p.m. today, Monday, August 4.
July 21, 2014
Dr. Sylvester McRae became the first surgeon in Columbus and the surrounding area to perform an entire hysterectomy using da Vinci® Single-Site™ platform for robotic surgery on May 27. Unlike traditional robotic surgery, which requires three to five small incisions, da Vinci® Single-Site™ technology enables surgeons to make a single incision in the belly button and remove the uterus in less than 60 minutes.
June 16, 2014
June 16, 2014
St. Francis recently received Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) Team Innovations in Professional Practice (TIPP) Award for its project titled, ”Can You Hear Me Now? Using Innovation and Teamwork to Improve Communication and Professional Practice.”
May 20, 2014
In honor of National Women’s Check Up Day, St. Francis Women’s Hospital is hosting a day of FREE health screenings Tuesday, May 20. The event, held from 3:30-6:30 p.m., in the Sara Ruth Carroll Auditorium (Butler Pavilion), offers a wide range of free screenings, including blood pressure, body mass index, weight, hearing, stroke, depression, foot, carotid and many more.
April 28, 2014
ADVANCE for Nurses has announced the Orthopaedic/Spinal Unit at St. Francis Hospital, Columbus, Ga., among the national winners in the annual Best Nursing Team award and for the South region.
April 14, 2014
For the 17th year, St. Francis Mission Awareness Team volunteers will deliver more than 385 super-sized Easter baskets, overflowing with candy and gifts for needy children, to area agencies just in time for Easter.
February 25, 2014
St. Francis is hosting its 11th annual “Heart Truth for Women,” a community educational luncheon that aims to help change the staggering fact that heart disease is the number one killer of women. St. Francis joins this national awareness campaign aimed at women.
February 12, 2014
The Partnership for Health and Accountability (PHA) presented its prestigious Quality and Patient Safety Award to St. Francis Hospital in Columbus for its project that improved medication reconciliation.
January 31, 2014
On March 31, St. Francis and Columbus Clinic announced a partnership between the two organizations.
January 28, 2014
J. Bruce Carr, MD, will be honored as the 10th recipient of the Dr. Clarence C. Butler Service and Leadership Award at the St. Francis Foundation’s annual Butler Award gala Tuesday, February 4. As Columbus’ first nephrologist, Dr. Carr is credited with bringing dialysis to Columbus, having established the area’s first outpatient dialysis clinic. From 2003-2013, he served as an intensivist and as critical care chief at St. Francis. He also served on St. Francis’ Ethics Committee.
January 28, 2014
St. Francis was recently named to the Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) Partnership for Health and Accountability (PHA) Core Measures Honor Roll.
December 20, 2013
Award demonstrates St. Francis’ commitment to quality care for stroke patients
December 18, 2013
Sleep Disorders Lab of St. Francis recently received program accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
December 13, 2013
St. Francis Hospital’s Steve Beaty, MD, was awarded the prestigious Georgia Hospital Heroes Award at the Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) annual Hospital Heroes Awards luncheon December 10, in Atlanta.
November 18, 2013
Free health screenings, health information and flu shots—first come, first served.
October 20, 2013
“Saving women’s lives…it’s our reason for being,” Wade Wallace, MD, director of Radiology at the Elena Diaz-Verson Amos Center for Breast Health at St. Francis Hospital.
October 15, 2013
St. Francis hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new Women’s Hospital and dedication of the Butler Pavilion Tuesday, October 15.
October 8, 2013
St. Francis in Columbus has been named to the Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) Hospital Engagement Network (HEN) Safety Leaders Circle, which recognizes hospitals’ improvements in patient care for the second quarter of 2013. St. Francis is one of 31 hospitals in Georgia to place in the Elite Circle, the highest on the list.
September 26, 2013
U-Systems, a GE Healthcare Company, announced today that
St. Francis Hospital became the first hospital in Georgia offer Automated Breast Ultrasound (ABUS) for women with dense breasts with the installation of a somo•v™ ABUS™ system.
September 17, 2013
In May 2010, the St. Francis Auxiliary announced a $500,000 pledge toward St. Francis’ renovation and expansion projects. As a result of their pledge, the hospital’s new 324-seat auditorium was named in honor of long-time volunteer Sara Ruth Carroll.
September 16, 2013
St. Francis will host a ribbon cutting for the new St. Francis Women’s Hospital at 11:30 am, Tuesday October 15.
August 13, 2013
The first St. Francis medical team visited St. Francis’ new sister hospital, The Mater Dei, in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, May 27-June 7. The team’s goals were to build relationships, exchange culture and skills, and identify ways for the two hospitals to work collaboratively for both hospitals’ benefit.
May 21, 2013
The St. Francis Heart Hospital will open Tuesday, May 21, with a ribbon cutting ceremony and tours of the new facility. This project is another step to bring world-class health care to Columbus and the region. Construction began in Fall 2010.
May 17, 2013
St. Francis Hospital was recognized with an “A” Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits.
March 28, 2013
For the 17th year, St. Francis Mission Awareness Team volunteers will deliver almost 400 super-sized Easter baskets, overflowing with candy and gifts for needy children, to area agencies beginning at 8:30 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, March 29.
January 24, 2013
Luther Horn Wolff Jr., MD, a surgeon at the St. Francis Center for Surgical Care and the medical director of the St. Francis Wound Care and Hyperbaric program, will be honored as this year’s recipient of the Dr. Clarence C. Butler Service and Leadership Award Tuesday, January 29.
January 2, 2013
Heart disease is the number one killer of women.
December 20, 2012
St. Francis’ Mission Awareness Team coordinates Christmas project to benefit needy seniors.
July 18, 2012
At its annual summer meeting last week, the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) presented its prestigious statewide Community Leadership Award to St. Francis Hospital in Columbus for its Trinity Center for Women, a clinic that provides access to prenatal and gynecological care for women of the community.
July 13, 2012
As Mercer University’s first medical students in Columbus prepare to begin their clinical rotations, Columbus Mayor Teresa Pike Tomlinson has proclaimed Monday, July 16, as Mercer University Medical School Day in the city.
June 28, 2012
The Bradley Center will announce the opening of a new Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) Friday, June 29 at 10 a.m. A reception and tour will follow the presentation.
May 31, 2012
The second phase of St. Francis Hospital’s’ Emergency Department (ED) expansion opened May 30. The expansion included 14 new patient rooms in the ED’s Cardiac Decision Unit; one new room in its “fast track” area; and a spacious new room for patients awaiting test results. This phase of the ED’s expansion increases its capacity by 74 percent, which will expedite patient care.
May 30, 2012
In 2010 St. Francis Hospital generated more than $414 million in revenue for the local and state economy according to a recent report by the Georgia Hospital Association, the state’s largest hospital trade association.
April 4, 2012
For the 16th year, St. Francis associates volunteering for the hospital’s Mission Awareness Team will deliver more than 500 super-sized Easter baskets, overflowing with candy and gifts for needy children, to area agencies beginning at 2:30 p.m., tomorrow, April 5, and continuing Friday, April 6. This is the most baskets St. Francis has ever collected for this project!
April 4, 2012
For the 16th year, St. Francis associates volunteering for the hospital’s Mission Awareness Team will deliver more than 500 super-sized Easter baskets, overflowing with candy and gifts for needy children, to area agencies beginning at 2:30 p.m. tomorrow, April 5, and continuing Friday, April 6. This is the most baskets St. Francis has ever collected for this project!
March 12, 2012
St. Francis Hospital recently completed several requirements to be named a board-certified hospital by the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA).
February 23, 2012
St. Francis Hospital was recently awarded a Patient Safety Award. The Partnership for Health and Accountability (PHA) and the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) presented the prestigious Quality and Safety Award to St. Francis for its project that improved diabetes care.
February 13, 2012
Heart disease is the number one killer of women.
January 23, 2012
Radiologist George Lipscomb, MD, will be presented the Dr. Clarence C. Butler Service and Leadership Award Tuesday, January 24, for his leadership and many contributions to ensuring the quality of health care at St. Francis and throughout the community.
December 19, 2011
St. Francis’ Mission Awareness Team coordinates Christmas project to benefit needy seniors.
December 14, 2011
St. Francis Hospital broke ground on the hospital’s largest ever expansion and renovation October 25.
November 8, 2011
Area consumers have once again selected St. Francis Hospital as the area’s “Consumer Hospital of Choice,” according to data compiled by National Research Corporation (NRC).
October 21, 2011
St. Francis Hospital will host the groundbreaking of the hospital’s $110 million renovation and construction projects at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 25. Construction of a new four-story tower and a new five-story tower that will add more than 375,000 square feet to the hospital’s main campus.
September 29, 2011
St. Francis volunteers will distribute free 60-minute calling cards to 98 deploying soldiers at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 30, at Freedom Hall (adjacent to Lawson Airfield) at Ft. Benning.
September 26, 2011
Free health screenings, health information and flu shots—first come, first serve.
July 8, 2011
St. Francis Hospital has filed a letter of non-reviewability with the state to purchase a da Vinci® Si Robotic Surgical System. With the addition of the da Vinci® Si Robotic System, St. Francis Hospital plans to establish a Robotic Surgical Center of Excellence and recruit gynecologic oncologists and urologists trained in the use of robots for surgery.
April 19, 2011
For the 15th year, St. Francis associates volunteering for the hospital’s Mission Awareness Team will deliver more than 323 super-sized Easter baskets, overflowing with candy and gifts for needy children, to area agencies beginning at 9 a.m. TOMORROW, April 20.
March 7, 2011
St. Francis Hospital in Columbus has been named to the Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) Partnership for Health and Accountability (PHA) Quality Honor Roll.
February 21, 2011
Award demonstrates St. Francis’ commitment to quality care for stroke patients
February 14, 2011
St. Francis Hospital was recently awarded a Patient Safety Award. The Partnership for Health and Accountability (PHA) and the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) presented the prestigious Quality and Safety Award to St. Francis for its project that improved blood management strategies in cardiac surgery.
February 1, 2011
Heart disease is the number one killer of women.
December 22, 2010
St. Francis’ Mission Awareness Team coordinates Christmas project to benefit needy seniors.
September 21, 2010
The Joint Commission awarded St. Francis Hospital disease-specific care certification for Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) March 18, 2010.
September 10, 2010
The Center for Breast Health is the first and only facility in Columbus to offer patients the Aurora breast MRI, enhancing the continuum of care.
August 27, 2010
Free health screenings, health information and flu shots—first come, first serve.
August 5, 2010
Aetna “Institutes of Quality” are designated based upon evaluation of the clinical performance and overall value of the facility. demonstrate their commitment to quality care, resulting in better overall outcomes for spine surgery patients.
July 6, 2010
The St. Francis Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center has recently added the BARA-MED XD Monoplace Hyperbaric Chamber, making St. Francis Hospital the first hospital in Georgia to offer this state-of the-art technology.
May 26, 2010
Orthopaedic surgeon Leland McCluskey, MD, of the St. Francis Orthopaedic Institute received the Dr. Jack Hughston Humanitarian Award from Columbus, Ga., Mayor Jim Wetherington May 20.
May 24, 2010
Marie McIntosh, RN, was recently named as St. Francis Hospital’s G.R.E.A.T. Ambassador.
May 13, 2010
St. Francis Hospital has received the American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®–Stroke (GWTG–Stroke) Silver Performance Achievement Award.
April 6, 2010
Center for Breast Health is the only breast center in Georgia to install Patient Navigation Software Program
March 30, 2010
For the 14th year, St. Francis associates volunteering for the hospital’s Mission Awareness Team will deliver close to 300 super-sized Easter baskets, overflowing with candy and gifts for needy children, to area agencies at 10 a.m.
February 9, 2010
Heart disease is the number one killer of women.
January 26, 2010
General surgeon W. David Varner Jr., MD, will be presented the Dr. Clarence C. Butler Service and Leadership Award Tuesday, January 26, for his leadership and many contributions to ensuring the quality of health care at St. Francis and throughout the community.
December 21, 2009
St. Francis’ Mission Awareness Team coordinates Christmas project to benefit needy seniors.
November 30, 2009
St. Francis Hospital will announce the opening of Trinity Center for Women TODAY at 12 p.m. A reception and tour will follow the presentation.
November 10, 2009
Georgia Trend magazine named St. Francis one of Georgia’s best places to work in its November 2009 issue.
August 14, 2009
The St. Francis Rehabilitation Center, in conjunction with the St. Francis Shoulder Center, HPRC, and the McCluskey Education & Research Foundation, Inc., will host a conference entitled Shoulder Rehabilitation: State of the Art 2009 August 15-16 at Columbus State University’s Cunningham Center.
May 20, 2009
This volunteer has faithfully served the Auxiliary since 1999. Her qualities of compassion, calmness and confidence support families of our patients in greatest need in the ICU/CCU area.
May 18, 2009
The St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary and two of its volunteers received awards presented by Tri-Community Directors of Volunteer Services at their annual awards presentation during National Volunteer Week.
March 12, 2009
St. Francis Hospital remains on the forefront of surgical procedures with the new single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy procedure for removal of the gallbladder.
February 23, 2009
Includes a health fair, walk and lots of fun!
February 20, 2009
St. Francis is proud to become the first hospital in Georgia to offer Breast-Specific Gamma Imaging (BSGI) with the addition of the Dilon 6800 gamma camera to the hospital’s already wide array of services for women at the Elena Diaz-Verson Amos Center for Breast Health.
February 11, 2009
The Bradley Center will announce the opening of a new Clinical Behavioral Health Unit at 4 p.m. Wednesday, February 11. A reception and tour will follow the presentation.
February 9, 2009
St. Francis is hosting “The Heart Truth for Women,” a community educational luncheon that aims to help change the staggering fact that heart disease is the number one killer of women. St. Francis joins this national awareness campaign aimed at women.
January 27, 2009
B. Russell Simmons, MD was recognized and honored with the Dr. Clarence C. Butler Service and Leadership Award at the Fifth Annual Butler Service and Leadership Award Dinner on January 27.
January 20, 2009
St. Francis Hospital was awarded two Patient Safety Awards January 6, 2009. The Partnership for Health and Accountability (PHA) and the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) presented the prestigious Quality and Safety Award to St. Francis for a project that reduced hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) in patients undergoing a cardiac catheterization, a procedure to test how well the heart is pumping.
January 15, 2009
The Partnership for Health and Accountability (PHA) presented its prestigious Quality and Patient Safety Award to St. Francis Hospital in Columbus for its program that reduced hypoglycemia in patients undergoing a cardiac catheterization.
December 19, 2008
St. Francis’ Mission Awareness Team coordinates Christmas project to benefit needy seniors.
December 3, 2008
For the 26th year, St. Francis Hospital will offer SafetyCab during the holiday season in an effort to help reduce the number of DUI-related accidents and fatalities.
November 12, 2008
The St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary celebrated its 50th anniversary this past July. What began as a small group of women guided by the hospital’s sisters has become the story of a half century of invaluable, selfless service given by hundreds of women and men.
August 25, 2008
Over the past decade, deaths from breast cancer have been lowered by as much as 43 percent due to women undergoing mammography screenings.
July 15, 2008
St. Francis Hospital will hold a news conference from 3:30-4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23, in the hospital’s Woodruff Atrium (adjacent to the Emergency Department) to officially accept the new Josh Nahum-First Place Award for Special Achievement in Infection Prevention and Control from the Georgia Hospital Association/Partnership for Health and Accountability (GHA/PHA) for its “Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery-Surgical Site Infection Prevention” project.
June 28, 2008
St. Francis received accreditation as Columbus’ first Chest Pain Center from the Society of Chest Pain Centers on June 26. With this announcement, St. Francis also becomes one of only 378 Chest Pain Centers in the nation and 10 in Georgia.
May 23, 2008
The St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary will celebrate its 50th Anniversary during a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 28, in the hospital’s Auditorium.
March 27, 2008
With 80 percent of Americans facing back problems, the St. Francis Spine and Neurosurgery Center will offer a one-stop facility to care for people with spine trouble.
March 20, 2008
For the 12th year, St. Francis associates volunteering for the hospital’s Mission Awareness Team will deliver over 400 super-sized Easter baskets, overflowing with candy and gifts for needy children, to area agencies TOMORROW at 10 a.m.!
February 14, 2008
Heart disease is the number one killer of women.
February 7, 2008
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and the St. Francis Center for Surgical Care, a premier local champion against this formidable disease, is working hard to both prevent and provide treatment for this frequent killer.
January 8, 2008
Brothers Floyd Jarrell, MD, and Harold Jarrell, MD, will be honored with the Dr. Clarence C. Butler Service and Leadership Award on Tuesday, January 22.
December 5, 2006
St. Francis Hospital and Columbus Regional Healthcare System have formed a partnership that will consolidate the behavioral health programs of both organizations at The Bradley Center, hospital officials announced today. The transition is underway and will be complete by mid-January 2007.