Exceptional health care close to home
Search


FREE Parenting Seminar in Dahlonega
09/23/2010

DAHLONEGA, Ga. – Laurelwood, the mental health and substance abuse treatment facility of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC), in conjunction with Chestatee Regional Hospital, is offering a free seminar entitled:  "Filling the Generation Gap – Understanding Today’s Youth."

- read more>>

Learn More About Managing Diabetes at Diabetes 101
09/11/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Sponsored by the American Diabetes Association, District 2 Public Health, Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Clinic, Northeast Georgia Medical Center and The Longstreet Clinic, P.C., Diabetes 101 is scheduled for Saturday, September 11, at the Georgia Mountains Center in Gainesville.

- read more>>

NGMC Names New Medical Director of Sleep Medicine
08/31/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Daniel Cobb, MD, a neurologist with Gainesville Neurology Group, LLC, has been named medical director of sleep medicine for the Sleep Disorders Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC).  As medical director, Dr. Cobb will oversee the performance and quality of sleep studies and patient care.

- read more>>

FREE 'Journaling Through Grief' Support Group
08/30/2010 – 10/04/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Hospice of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) is offering a free six-week grief support group for adults, called “Journaling Through Grief,” each Monday during the weeks of August 30 through October 4.

- read more>>

Safe Kids Gainesville-Hall County Recognizes Members at Annual Awards Banquet
08/23/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Awards were presented during the banquet including Community Agency of the Year, which was given to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.  Allison Wilson, Health Occupations teacher at Chestatee High School, was named Teacher of the Year. Deputy Chris Robinson, of the Hall County Sheriff’s Office, received the Tim Peebles Volunteer of the Year award.

- read more>>

Hospice of NGMC Offers Free Grief Support Group
08/18/2010 - 09/22/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Hospice of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) is offering a free six-week grief support group in Gainesville each Monday during the weeks of August 18 through September 22, 2010.

- read more>>

The Medical Center Foundation Seeks Applications for 2011 Golf Tournament Beneficiary
08/05/2010

GAINESVILLE, GA. – Although the 2010 Medical Center Open Golf Tournament benefiting life-saving cardiac equipment for schools and Emergency Medical Services is just around the corner, plans are in the works to select a beneficiary for the 2011 Medical Center Open Golf Tournament.

- read more>>

FREE Skin Cancer Seminar
07/22/2010  &  07/27/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Join The Cancer Center at NGMC for a free educational skin cancer seminar, “Protect the Skin You’re In.”  A panel of physicians will discuss prevention, identification and treatment of skin cancer, as well as answer questions from the audience.

- read more>>

NGHS Welcomes 11 New Physicians
07/21/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) welcomes 11 new physicians who’ve recently joined the Health System.

- read more>>

Volunteers Sew 1,000 Gowns for Hospice of NGMC Patients
07/21/2010

WINDER, Ga. – The Hospice Sewing Group from the Villas at Winder recently made their 1,000th hospital gown for patients served by Hospice of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC).

- read more>>

The Sleep Disorders Center Braselton Opens July 15
07/14/2010

BRASELTON, Ga.- The Sleep Disorders Center Braselton, a satellite location of the Sleep Disorders Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC), opens July 15 to serve the Greater Braselton community.

- read more>>

First “A Good Hair Day” Wig Donation Drive A Success
07/08/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Sponsored by the Cancer Center at NGMC and The American Cancer Society, the drive collected a total of 103 pre-loved and newly acquired wigs, along with a combination of 15 wig stands and wig styling products.

- read more>>

Hospice of NGMC Seeks Community Volunteers
07/08/2010

Hospice of NGMC needs community members to volunteer their time and compassion to help serve patients coping with terminal illness.   Volunteers sit with patients to provide company and simple patient care and offer a break for a caregiver.

- read more>>

The Cancer Center at NGMC Receives Accreditation with Commendation
07/06/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – The Cancer Center at NGMC recently received another three-year accreditation with commendation from the Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons.

- read more>>

FREE Stroke Prevention Seminars
06/22/2010  &  06/29/2010

GAINESVILLE & FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — join us for a seminar presented by LaRoy Penix, MD, neurologist and director of the Stroke Program at NGMC, a Joint Commission Certified Stroke Center.

- read more>>

NGMC Placed On Quality Honor Roll
06/16/2010

ATLANTA, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) in Gainesville has been named to the Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) Partnership for Health and Accountability (PHA) Quality Honor Roll.  NGMC is one of 51 hospitals in Georgia to be placed in the Presidential category, one of the highest on the list.

- read more>>

NGMC Helps Train Heart Staff of Satilla Regional Medical Center, Accepts Generous Donation
06/14/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Satilla Regional Medical Center (SRMC) requested its $5,000 donation to The Medical Center Foundation’s Healthy Journey campaign be used to help fund the Northeast Georgia Regional STEMI Program.  Administrators at SRMC, in Waycross, Ga., say they made the donation in appreciation of the training their heart staff received from NGMC.

- read more>>

Volunteers Needed for Hospice of NGMC’s Camp Braveheart 2010
06/14/2010  -  07/16/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga.- Hospice of NGMC is still looking for volunteers to assist with Camp Braveheart held at Walters Barn in Lula.  Camp Braveheart is an annual five-day camp designed to address the unique needs and developmental stages of kids and teens who have experienced the death of a loved one.

- read more>>

Hospice of NGMC Offers Free Grief Camp for Kids
06/14/2010 - 07/16/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Hospice of NGMC is accepting sign-ups for Camp Braveheart, an annual five-day camp designed to address the unique needs and developmental stages of kids and teens who have experienced the death of a loved one.

- read more>>

NGHS Welcomes New Physicians
06/11/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) welcomes 17 new physicians who’ve recently joined the Health System.

- read more>>

Keep Your Eyes on Your Kids around Water
06/10/10

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Children can get into trouble in a matter of seconds when around water, so Safe Kids Gainesville/Hall County recommends that parents actively supervise – with their eyes on their kids at all times – when they are in or near the water.

- read more>>

NGMC Welcomes Walker as Vice President of Human Resources
06/09/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) is pleased to announce James R. Walker (Jim) as the new Vice President of Human Resources.  Walker joined the NGMC administrative staff in May to fill the position vacated by the retirement of Jack Fulbright.

- read more>>

Lifeline Volunteers Recognized for Helping Save Lives in 2010
06/07/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga.— Lifeline, an affiliate of Northeast Georgia Medical Center, recognized volunteers who work installing and maintaining personal emergency response systems for residents of northeast Georgia.

- read more>>

Safe Kids Gainesville-Hall County Thanks Supporters of Senate Bill 458
06/07/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Safe Kids Gainesville-Hall County, which is led by Northeast Georgia Medical Center, was pleased to hear that Governor Sonny Perdue signed Senate Bill 458, legislation removing truck exemption for seat belts, last Thursday.

- read more>>

NGMC Welcomes A Record-Breaking Number of Teen Volunteers
06/07/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga.— The 2010 Teen Volunteer Program at Northeast Georgia Medical Center has a record number of teens – 109 – volunteering their time this summer at the Medical Center as well as the Health System’s other local facilities.

- read more>>

NGMC Receives Visionary Award for Outstanding Employer
06/03/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) received the Visionary Award for Outstanding Employer at the 2010 Tommy Nobis Center Galaxy of Stars Celebration.

- read more>>

NGMC Turns Purple to Support Relay for Life
06/01/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Purple lights will illuminate the front of Northeast Georgia Medical Center each night until Friday, June 4th, in honor of the 2010 Gainesville-Hall County Relay for Life.

- read more>>

Northeast Georgia Medical Center to Help Community Live Lighter in 2010
06/01/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Does the thought of summer mean dreading the shorts and bathing suits it is often associated with?  Jump-start your summer into a healthier lifestyle with NGMC's Living Lighter program!

- read more>>

NGMC Closing in on $1 Billion Contribution to Local Economy
05/28/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) generated almost $900 million in revenue for the local economy in 2007, according to a report by the Georgia Hospital Association, the state’s largest hospital trade association.

- read more>>

NGMC Welcomes New Chief Information Officer, Vice Presidents
05/25/10

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) is pleased to announce the following additions to its administrative staff:  Allana Cummings, Chief Information Officer; Sam Johnson, MD, Vice President of Medical Affairs; and Sandra Johnson, Vice President of Revenue Cycle.

- read more>>

Register For Pre-Diabetes Classes
05/25/2010 — 06/24/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Want to learn about pre-diabetes and how to lower your risk for diabetes?  The Diabetes Education Department at Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) is offering an educational lifestyle program that explains pre-diabetes and metabolic syndrome, as well as the risk factors, prevention, heart healthy meal planning, and weight loss and exercise strategies associated with pre-diabetes.

- read more>>

Getting Older And Better Workshop
05/25/2010  &  05/27/2010

The Medical Center Auxiliary is sponsoring the 2010 Getting Older and Better Workshop with two opportunities to attend.

- read more>>

Seven Students Graduate From 2nd Annual Project SEARCH
05/21/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Hall County School System and NGMC celebrated seven graduates from the second annual Project SEARCH program during a ceremony in Walters Auditorium at NGMC.

- read more>>

FREE Cancer Open Mic Seminars
05/19/2010 — 05/26/2010

GAINESVILLE, FLOWERY BRANCH & DAWSONVILLE, Ga. — The Cancer Center at Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) is sponsoring a series of three “Cancer Open Mic” nights for the community.

- read more>>

Act F.A.S.T. During Stroke Awareness Month
05/17/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — May is National Stroke Awareness Month, so the National Stroke Association and Northeast Georgia Medical Center are teaming to teach you how to recognize stroke symptoms and Act F.A.S.T. to save a life.

- read more>>

New Statue Dedicated in Anne's Garden
05/14/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga.— The Medical Center Foundation is pleased to announce the arrival of Elpida, the Angel of Hope sculpture located in Anne’s Garden outside the North Patient Tower at Northeast Georgia Medical Center.

- read more>>

Gainesville and Hall County Declare May 6 – 12 as National Nurses Week
05/06/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — The Gainesville City Council and Hall County Commission issued a joint proclamation today declaring May 6 – 12 as National Nurses Week.

- read more>>

Congratulations to our 2010 Employee of the Year
05/05/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) named Kim Tyner-Meeks the 2010 Employee of the Year and recognized other employees for their tenure of service during the organization’s annual employee appreciation dinner, which was held May 5 at First Baptist Church in Gainesville.

- read more>>

Hospice of NGMC Offers Walking Grief Support Group
05/04/2010 - 06/08/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – “Walking Through Grief” is a new support group for adults who have experienced a close, personal loss of a friend or loved one.  Join others for support and fresh air at Laurel Park in Gainesville.

- read more>>

Northeast Georgia Health Partners Offering New Products for Businesses
05/03/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Health Partners (Health Partners) is now offering a new fully insured health insurance product with Health Plan Select (HPS).

- read more>>

FREE Screening for Head and Neck Cancers
05/01/10

GAINESVILLE, Ga. -- Roger Farmer, MD, will offer free screenings on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at his office, Northeast Georgia Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Associates, located at 2406 Lighthouse Drive.  Each screening is painless and only takes about 10 minutes.

- read more>>

Volunteers Recognized at Medical Center Auxiliary Appreciation Luncheon
04/21/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga – The Medical Center Auxiliary recognized its volunteers today at the Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon held at the First Baptist Church Banquet Hall.

- read more>>

NGMC Certified as Primary Stroke Center
04/19/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – (NGMC) is now designated as a Primary Stroke Center after receiving advanced certification from The Joint Commission.  The certification, which was developed in collaboration with the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association, recognizes hospitals that make exceptional efforts to foster better outcomes for stroke care.

- read more>>

FREE Sleep Disorders Seminar
04/13/2010  &  04/15/2010

The Sleep Disorders Center at Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) is offering two free seminars on sleep disorders.  Dr. Alan Lankford will discuss the risk factors, signs, symptoms and recommended treatment options for sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and insomnia.

- read more>>

Pediatric Diabetes Support Group
04/12/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Chad Palmer, MD, a sports medicine specialist with Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Sports Medicine, will speak about diabetes and sports.

- read more>>

NGMC Among Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation
03/29/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) is one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation according to a study released today by Thomson Reuters, an independent news and business organization.  NGMC also received the 100 Top Hospitals®: Everest Award, which was awarded to 23 of the Top 100 hospitals demonstrating top performance and accelerated improvement according to the study.

- read more>>

Philip and Mary Hart Wilheit Donate $700,000 to The Medical Center Foundation to Name the North Patient Tower Entrance Garden
03/26/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga.— The Entrance Garden will provide a convenient and easily accessible outdoor destination for patients, families, visitors and staff to seek retreat at NGMC.

- read more>>

“A Good Hair Day” Wig Drive Helps Cancer Patients
03/25/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – You can help restore hope to cancer patients who are battling the emotional and physical effects of chemotherapy.

- read more>>

Georgia Court of Appeals Approves Braselton Hospital
03/23/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga.  —  The Georgia Court of Appeals today reinstated NGMC's Certificate of Need (CON) for a hospital in South Hall County.  The Court’s decision reversed the Barrow County Superior Court’s ruling issued in December 2008.

- read more>>

FREE Parenting Seminar
03/23/2010

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – Laurelwood, the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Service of Northeast Georgia Medical Center, is sponsoring a free parenting seminar Tuesday, March 23, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., at the Hall County Library Spout Springs Branch.

- read more>>

NGMC Receives Heart Failure Certification
03/23/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Medical Center’s (NGMC) Heart Failure Program is now one of only three heart failure programs in the state certified by the The Joint Commission.

- read more>>

Ms. Bonnie Woods Crowned Ms. New Horizons West
03/19/2010

GAINESVILLE, GA –  Ms. Bonnie Woods recently was crowned Ms. New Horizons West 2010 in the long-term care facility’s annual Resident Beauty Pageant.

- read more>>

NGHS Announces the Inaugural Graduating Class of the Physician Leadership Institute
03/17/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) recently recognized the inaugural graduating class of the Physician Leadership Institute.

- read more>>

FREE Family Fun at Mom Expo 2010
03/13/2010

BRASELTON, Ga. - You’re invited to Mom Expo 2010, a day for moms and their families, Saturday, March 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Chateau Elan in Braselton.

- read more>>

United Way Chairman's Award
3/10/2010

Northeast Georgia Health System is the proud recipient of the United Way of Hall County’s Chairman’s Award presented today at the United Way 2010 Campaign wrap up celebration. The Chairman’s Award is given each year to one company that demonstrates high campaign excellence and whose support extends far beyond the annual campaign giving. NGHS was recognized for its support of United Way and United Way agencies by

- read more>>

New Director of Employee Benefits and Services Announced
03/03/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is pleased to announce the promotion of Judy Turk to Director of Employee Benefits and Services.

- read more>>

Hall County Hospital Authority Elects Two New Members
02/24/2010

GAINESVILLE, GA –The Hospital Authority of Hall County and the City of Gainesville has elected two new board members, Dr. Ben Hawkins and Ricky Presley.

- read more>>

Register for Free Smoking Cessation Program
02/20/2010  &  02/27/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. - We're here to help you quit smoking!  Northeast Georgia Medical Center and the American Cancer Society are teaming to offer the Freshstart smoking cessation program.

- read more>>

FREE Heart Health Seminars
02/16/2010  &  02/17/2010

Celebrate Heart Health Month by learning how to keep your heart healthy at FREE seminars provided by Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC).

- read more>>

Inpatient Rehabilitation Program Awarded Three-Year CARF Accreditation
02/04/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. —CARF International recently announced that The Rehabilitation Institute at Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has been accredited for a period of three years for its Inpatient Rehabilitation program.

- read more>>

NGMC Featured On International Television Show
02/4/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Northeast Georgia Medical Center was recently featured in a story about Gainesville/Hall County during an episode of “Inside Business Report.” The episode was part of the show’s "Leaders in Economic Development Series: Doing Business in a Global Economy."

- read more>>

The Medical Center Foundation and NGPG Cardiology Donate Life-Saving Equipment to Union County Schools
01/25/2010

BLAIRSVILLE, Ga. – Students, faculty and staff of the Union County School System who suffer sudden heart attacks may be saved by new equipment donated by Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) Cardiology and The Medical Center Foundation of Northeast Georgia Health System.

- read more>>

Medical Staff Officers Re-Elected and 2010 Department Chiefs Announced
01/14/2010

Gainesville, Ga. — The following physicians were recently re-elected as Northeast Georgia Medical Center’s medical staff officers for the year 2010:  R. Philip Marler, MD, chief of staff; and Timothy A. Scully, MD, vice chief of staff.  Both Dr. Marler and Dr. Scully will continue in the positions they held in 2009.

- read more>>

Bariatric Weight Loss Center Granted Renewal of Excellence Status
01/08/2010

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Northeast Georgia Medical Center’s (NGMC) Bariatric Weight Loss Center has earned renewal of its designation as a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence from the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS).

- read more>>

Imaging Centers Earn ACR Accreditation
01/11/2010

BRASELTON, GAINESVILLE, Ga. — The Imaging Centers Braselton and Gainesville, services of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC), have been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in breast ultrasound as the result of a recent survey by the American College of Radiology (ACR).

- read more>>

Latest News & Headlines Archives: