MOULTRIE, Ga. – Heart disease and stroke remain the No. 1 and No. 5 leading causes of death in the United States, according to the American Heart Association’s 2025 Statistical Update.…
Colquitt Regional Receives National Recognition for Stroke Care
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Dr. Maureen Yearta Receives Prestigious Georgia Hospital Association Distinguished Service Award
ATLANTA – Yearta grew up in England but has made her mark in Moultrie, Georgia, for many years. She served as the principal of a small rural elementary school and became…
Smith Honored with 2024 Humanitarian Award
The honor was presented at the 30th Annual Colquitt Regional Medical Foundation Love Light ceremony, held in the Kate Jeter Serenity Garden. This award, named in honor of the late Dr. Walter E. Harrison, Jr., is presented…
Resident Spotlight: Dr. Wilson Baumgartner
Originally from Birmingham, Alabama, he has always been drawn to understanding human behavior and the complexities of mental health. “Psychiatry allows you to meet people where they are, often in…
Colquitt Regional Hosts Regional Trauma Skills Lab
The event, a collaborative effort between the Georgia EMS Association and the Georgia Trauma Commission, provided participants with invaluable opportunities to practice essential trauma care skills and stay up-to-date on…
Colquitt Regional Receives ANCC Pathway to Excellence Redesignation
The Pathway designation is a global credential that highlights Colquitt Regional’s commitment to creating a healthy work environment where nurses feel empowered and valued. “It is an honor for Colquitt…
Colquitt Regional Now Offering Advanced Treatment for BPH
This next-generation platform is utilized to treat men suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate. Aquablation therapy is clinically proven to provide significant symptom relief…
Medical Column: High Blood Pressure and How-To Avoid It
High blood pressure is a common health concern that is often underdiagnosed and can lead to serious issues like heart disease and stroke. While medication is often necessary to manage…
Resident Spotlight: Dr. Rizwana Ashraf
As a child, she spent many hours in the hospital with her brother who suffered from a condition that required frequent medical attention. During this time, she developed an admiration…
Colquitt Regional Presents 2024 Healthcare Scholarships and Grants
On May 16, Colquitt Regional honored 22 recipients at the Ameris Bank Medical Education Center at Colquitt Regional Health System. The total amount given to those recipients through scholarships and…