A patient’s testimonial: Susan Ward When fall eases in and college football begins, there is no one cheering louder than Susan Ward for her South Carolina Gamecocks. The excitement of gameday has her regularly setting up tailgates with friends and family. That is until severe shoulder pain started limiting those celebrations and other daily activities. […]
Yes, chest pain is one of the classic signs of a heart attack, but it’s not the only one. In fact, there are a lot of lesser-known heart attack symptoms that are often ignored or overlooked. In addition, women even experience different symptoms from men. A heart attack is a medical emergency, and it is […]
Fall is upon us, the weather is changing, and sports are in full swing. Before long the changing leaves will be replaced with more frigid temperatures and other opportunities for fun. The changing seasons and conditions along with all the physical activities they offer are primed with the possibility of injury. Dr. Jason Andersen, Sports […]
Boxer’s fractures are one of the more common and easily diagnosed finger injuries seen by Dr. Erica Umpierrez, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Hand/Upper Extremity specialist with CMC Orthopaedics. Despite the name, this form of trauma is not reserved for professional or amateur fighters. Dr. Umpierrez helps us break down this injury and how it is treated. […]
The knee is one of the most complex joints in the human body and also one of the most vital for movement. The stresses of daily activities like walking, running, and bending, make it vulnerable. One of the most feared sports and work-related injuries is an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) tear, which can be very […]
Whether walking, running, standing, or jumping your feet are taking a beating. The inflammation and stiffness caused by bunions can add insult to injury of your already stressed feet. Not to mention the visible deformity caused by bunions that can make you self-conscious about wearing your favorite sandals. Dr. David Beck at CMC Orthopaedics is […]
In the U.S., one person dies every 36 seconds from cardiovascular (heart) disease. This equates to roughly 1 in every four deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control. As you age, your risk of heart disease increases. This is why we wanted to provide some simple, yet important advice to help seniors quickly improve […]
Imagine this: you’re going up for the game-winning shot when you land in an awkward position, injuring your ankle. Or perhaps you’re experiencing pain during your golf swing. These are some of the scenarios that sports medicine doctors see every day. Whether you’re a professional athlete, a “weekend warrior,” or even someone who has a physically […]
Dr. Simone Maybin, of CMC Orthopaedics, has been named by the North American Spine Society (NASS) as a 2021 “20 Under 40” honoree in its SpineLine publication. SpineLine debuted its 20 Under 40 campaign in 2018 to recognize NASS’ bright, young physicians under the age of 40. The SpineLine Committee selects the most deserving individuals based on accomplishments to date, […]
Preparing for the birth of your baby can be equal parts joy and stress. No doubt, your to-do list likely grows by the minute (just like your belly). One item on that list is likely the Covid-19 vaccine. You’ve likely asked yourself “should I get the Covid-19 vaccine?” The Centers for Disease Control recently strengthened […]
The fear and uncertainty surrounding the Covid-19 global pandemic can sometimes lead people down a dangerous path of experimentation. The resurgence of the virus in the form of the Delta variant has many doubling down on ulterior “treatments.” One such treatment is in the form of a drug called ivermectin which is often used in […]
You’ve said goodbye to the activities you love. Perhaps knee pain has made it impossible for you to go on that daily morning run. Maybe the aches in your joints cause difficulties playing with your grandchildren. Your tennis game? Put on hold. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Return to the activities you […]
A Covid-19 diagnosis can be very alarming. “How sick will I be? How extreme will my symptoms get? Am I going to be so sick that I can’t take care of myself?” Fortunately, with the COVID-19 vaccine, you can safely and effectively decrease your chances of extreme sickness. Also, Conway Medical Center is the first […]
When you get the call that you have an abnormal mammogram, your mind moves into panic mode: What if it’s cancer? If it’s cancer, have I caught it early enough? Where do I go from here? There are hundreds of questions that probably flood your mind during this time. But don’t be anxious. Slow down […]
On Monday, August 23, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted full approval of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for people age 16 and older. This means the FDA has completed an extremely rigorous review of data that confirms the vaccine meets the highest standards for safety, effectiveness, and manufacturing quality. As COVID-19 cases […]
Knee replacements are hailed as some of the most successful medical surgeries and innovations of the last 100 years. They are also the most commonly performed elective surgery in the United States, with roughly 1,000,000 patients undergoing the procedure every year. Recovery involves a period of physical therapy. Many who have had this procedure wonder what […]
Due to the surge of COVID-19 cases in our community, Conway Medical Center will be reinstating patient and visitor screening, limitations on entrances, and restrictions on visitation. As of Tuesday, August 24, 2021, CMC’s temporary COVID-19 Visitation Policy will be as follows until further notice: Visiting Hours will be 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM No visitors […]
There is a lot of talk about a booster shot for COVID-19. The FDA has authorized the vaccine booster for certain people with immune deficiencies and it’s likely they may be approved for everyone in the coming months. Here’s how the booster can help us in our fight against COVID-19 and protect our most vulnerable. […]
There aren’t many people who can say they did their fellowship training in infectious diseases during a pandemic, but Dr. Veronica Bandres Urbina can. During that fellowship, she faced the challenges of COVID and learned from it. “We’ve learned that we are vulnerable to any new infections. It’s taken us awhile to learn about this […]
Dr. Michael Odle grew up in the mountains of southern West Virginia. He spent a lot of time outdoors hunting and fishing. His father and grandfathers were hard-working coal miners. When it came time for him to choose a career, he said the fast-paced atmosphere and technology led him to medicine. Now, it’s something else […]
Imagine this scenario: You’re enjoying a leisurely evening working in your flower garden. As you’re planting seeds, you suddenly have difficulty breathing and start to wheeze and cough. This is all too familiar for those who face the challenge of dealing with asthma. This pulmonary (lung) disease affects 8.3 percent of Americans—which equates to roughly 26.5 […]
If you are looking for a last-minute gift for dad, the Conway Medical Center Foundation has a suggestion for you. Forget the tie or another gadget for the grill. Why not think outside the box this year and focus on your dad’s health? With 1 in 23 men being at risk of developing colorectal cancer, […]
Dr. Snigdha Sharma grew up in India in a family of professionals, surrounded by doctors and engineers. In law school, she always wondered how to cope in a profession defining and choosing right from wrong. Following her mother’s footsteps, she felt medicine to be a moral calling, where one always strives to help others. “At the […]
There are good and bad bacteria in your gut! The foods you eat and chemicals you are exposed to can determine how good or bad your gut health is. Gut bacteria has a direct effect on how much inflammation you have in your body, and eating foods that are made with sugar and other chemicals […]
4 Things to Help You Narrow Your Search for a New OB-GYN Searching for a new OB-GYN can be a little overwhelming. There are many options out there, but you want the one who makes you comfortable in intimate situations. One that you can trust and be open and honest with during awkward, yet crucial, […]
You’ve never smoked a day in your life because you know how damaging it is to your health. So, you don’t have to worry about lung cancer, right? Think again. According to the American Cancer Society, 20% of those who die of lung cancer are non-smokers. Add to this the fact that lung cancer in […]
Urinary tract infections, also known as UTIs, are pretty common in children. These infections occur when bacteria in their urine causes inflammation in the urinary tract. This can result in them experiencing various symptoms and disruptions in their bathroom habits. How Can You Tell if Your Child Has a UTI? The symptoms of a UTI […]
Your feet and ankles are the foundation of your body. Because of them, you are able to get up, get going, and accomplish the things you enjoy and that are most important to you. While they may seem like small, insignificant areas of your body, they are quite complex and vulnerable to stresses caused by […]
Parenting a child with ADHD can be overwhelming and demanding. The challenges and stress can make you question yourself and your abilities at every turn. Although there is no perfect way to parent a special needs child, there are some things that you can do to provide a balance that nurtures your ADHD child while […]
Nurse Practitioner Jonathan Briggs understands adversity. Growing up in northern New Jersey, he was only two years old when his mother died of leukemia. His father remarried when he was six, but his second mother died of multiple myeloma when he was eleven. His father remarried again when he was fourteen, leading to a large, […]
It’s always important to have a nutritious diet, but as you age, what’s on your plate becomes even more important. Because conditions such as high blood pressure are more common in those who are over 60, a healthy diet while aging becomes even more vital to avoid serious health complications. Add to this the fact that […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has made face masks a staple of our everyday wardrobes. Wearing a mask to prevent the spread of the virus has become as crucial as wearing a coat in the winter and putting your shoes on before leaving the house. But as important as it is to “mask up,” wearing these face […]
The COVID-19 outbreak has created a climate of uncertainty that has made us all worry about our health and susceptibility to illness. It has reminded us that our own mortality isn’t guaranteed and a medical emergency can occur for anyone at any time no matter how healthy we are. It’s important for us all, no […]
Conway Medical Center (CMC) will hold an open vaccination clinic with no appointment necessary on Monday, April 19th from 9am-3pm. The walk-in clinic will be at the main campus on Conway Medical Center, 300 Singleton Ridge Road Conway, SC 29526, in the Administrative Services Building. That building is to the left of the main hospital building. […]
A hysterectomy is one of the most common surgeries in the U.S. This surgical procedure involves the removal of the uterus and can sometimes include the ovaries and the fallopian tubes as well. After a hysterectomy, you won’t be able get pregnant and will no longer experience menstrual periods. Do I need a hysterectomy? […]
Weight loss surgery transforms—and saves—lives. By changing the size of the stomach, this surgery has helped thousands of Americans. These Americans have been unable to achieve their weight loss goals through diet and exercise. As a result, it dramatically reduces risks caused by diseases such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. These diseases […]
It’s not the news you wanted to hear. After being together for six months, your partner tells you that they have genital herpes, one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). There are a lot of thoughts flooding your mind. You may experience anger, fear and frustration. Therefore, you’re […]
The residents of Horry County have long depended on Conway Medical Center to provide expert medical care during their sickest and most vulnerable moments. The CMC Serious Illness Care team has always taken that responsibility very seriously as they aid their patients with chronic life-limiting illnesses and debilitating conditions. But the year 2020 brought with […]
Even as a child growing up in McBee, SC, Dr. Amanda Vuppala says, “I knew science was in my future. I just didn’t know how.” Her great-grandmother lived with her, and she says watching her grow old with medical problems and the family support she had likely influenced her career choice. “Something about living there […]
Conway Medical Center (CMC) is extremely pleased by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) decision today to approve a Certificate of Need to transfer 50-beds to a new facility to be built on International Drive in Carolina Forest. CMC Carolina Forest will offer the full range of services to one of […]
Conway, SC – Conway Medical Center Foundation has received $6,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help feed local neighbors in their time of need. CMC Foundation will use the gift to support the CMC Smart Snacks program which provides food during the weekend to kindergarten through fifth-grade students and their siblings who […]
After you are finally able to schedule your COVID vaccination appointment and you breathe a sigh of relief, you may have a few questions. We reached out to Dr. David Murphy with CMC Primary Care at Health Plaza South to answer questions about what to expect and how to prepare for your appointment. “This is […]
At Conway Medical Center, March 17, 2020 changed everything. A patient was admitted that day, suspected of having COVID-19. Just a few days before, South Carolina had its first known case of this virus. After months of preparation and learning, we soon found out that there was still so much more to learn. “We’ve learned […]
We know it’s a terrifying thought: heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States, and statistics state that cardiovascular disease claims one life every 36 seconds. Add to the equation that some heart attack symptoms aren’t as obvious as others, and it’s understandable to feel overwhelmed. But you don’t have […]
In accordance with the governor’s announcement today to expand vaccine eligibility to Phase 1B and include those age 55 and up, Conway Medical Center will begin accepting appointment requests for that newly eligible population on Monday, March 8, 2021. At that time, those eligible can go to ConwayMedicalCenter.com to be placed on a waiting list […]
Dr. Vivek Choksi always knew he wanted to be a doctor, even though his parents, who are both physicians, actually encouraged him to look into other careers because of the sometimes-hectic lifestyle. But he says, “It was always medicine for me.” While in medical school in India, he was able to complete a couple of […]
You’re checking your mail and see your neighbor get out of his car. You wave “hello” and suddenly he falls to the ground. What do you do? This is not a scenario we are faced with everyday. In scary situations, our minds tend to freeze up and we have a hard time processing what to […]
As viruses spread and evolve, small genetic changes occur. These mutations can result in thousands of variations of the same virus. A year after the Coronavirus has swept across the world, we are discovering more and more variants of COVID-19. How can I protect myself from the variants of Coronavirus? The same protective measures that […]
You’ve made one of the most important decisions of your life. Weight loss surgery (also referred to as bariatric surgery) will transform the very essence of your everyday activities. It will alter facets of your outlook on life, and most importantly, it will save you from the serious health complications associated with obesity. But sometimes, […]
Every time you go to your physician’s office, your blood pressure is taken. But what do those two numbers mean and what should your blood pressure be? Medical care providers take your blood pressure to determine how hard your heart is working to pump blood. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can cause damage […]
It’s no secret that stress can cause high blood pressure, and 2020 was one of the most stressful years on record. Perhaps one of the things that has made the COVID-19 pandemic so challenging is that the tension has been relentless. The situation has been ongoing for more than a year, and while the vaccination […]
COVID-19 is currently the leading cause of death in the United States. Our country is pushing 23 million cases of infection and more and more people are being diagnosed everyday. Luckily, Conway Medical Center has been able to expand their vaccination efforts at the direction of SC DHEC. But those in our community who have […]
Conway Medical Center has established an online option for appointment requests for those aged 70 and older. Patients can click here to take advantage of this option. By signing up through this site, individuals are placed on a list to be contacted to make an appointment to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Those appointments can only be […]
The COVID-19 vaccine is here providing a light at the end of the tunnel for our community, but life as you know it will not change much for the foreseeable future and masks will continue to be a part of your daily wardrobe. CMC and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention want to help […]
A biblical hero tops the list This year 1,430 babies were welcomed into the world at Conway Medical Center. For years, The BirthPlace at CMC has seen a vast majority of the births in Horry County. There were 727 girls and 703 boys born during the hospital’s fiscal year which runs from September 2019 through […]
Imagine being in unfamiliar territory without your GPS. Or phone. Would you know where to go? Would you know if you reached your destination? Think of your primary care doctor as the beacon who guides you throughout the overwhelming array of unfamiliar health care information to be a reliable, dependable guide and resource for what […]
Childhood obesity has become a nationwide crisis. The Centers for Disease Control studies indicate that 1 in 5 children of school age is overweight or obese. If your child is overweight, your pediatrician is an important advocate who will provide practical solutions in a positive manner that will encourage, not embarrass, your child. Let’s take a […]
Conway Medical Center received 975 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine on the morning of Monday, December 14, 2020. Vaccinations of frontline healthcare workers are underway. CMC will follow CDC guidelines and vaccinate those employees at the highest occupational risk of contracting COVID-19. No employee is required to receive the vaccine. More vaccine shipments are expected […]
Dr. David Beck’s mother always told him that he could do anything, except go into medicine. He comes from a medical family. His father and brother are nephrologists, his sister is a family medicine physician specializing in sports medicine, and her husband is a urogynecologist. “She said she needed someone to talk to at Thanksgiving,” […]
Do you remember the first time you went to the pediatrician? Well, you likely didn’t remember the first time (pediatricians typically see newborns), but it’s likely that you do remember doctor visits when you were growing up. Were you nervous? Were you afraid you’d receive a shot? Or were you at ease? How you approach […]
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