How to prepare for your COVID vaccine
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 […]
COVID-19 One Year Later
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 […]
Avoid a Heart Attack With These Easy Steps
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 […]
CMC announces Phase 1B vaccination plan
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 […]
Getting to know Dr. Vivek Choksi
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 […]
CPR: You can do it!
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 […]
What We Know About the New Variants of COVID-19
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 […]
A Guide to Safely Exercising Before Weight Loss Surgery
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 […]
What should my blood pressure be?
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 […]
Is Pandemic Stress Affecting Your Blood Pressure? Follow Our Useful Guidelines
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 […]
CMC recommends getting the vaccine even if you’ve had COVID-19
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. […]
Masking and Distancing After Vaccinating
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 […]
CMC Announces Most Popular Baby Names for 2020
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 […]
10 Reasons You Must Have a Primary Care Doctor
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 […]
Childhood Obesity: How Your Pediatrician Can Help
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 […]
Conway Medical Center receives COVID-19 vaccine in first shipment and begins vaccinating employees
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 […]
Getting to Know David Beck, MD
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 […]
How to Make Your Child Comfortable During a Trip to the Pediatrician
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 […]
The Most Common Medications for Heart Disease: What You Need to Know
Heart disease is the number one killer of Americans. Every year, 1 in 4 adults die from the illness. If you have heart disease, early intervention is vital to help you […]
9 New Specialties Available at CMC Health Plaza South
Conway Medical Center is eager to announce the expansion of their award winning specialty care services to the Socastee area of Myrtle Beach. CMC Health Plaza South is now home […]
CMC receives grants totaling $1,115,000 from The Duke Endowment
Conway Medical Center (CMC) has received two grants totaling $1,115,000 from The Duke Endowment to fund the expansion of a community network of care for the low-income, uninsured in Horry […]
Three Things You Need to Know About Eating After Weight Loss Surgery
For millions of Americans, weight loss surgery gives them a new lease on life—literally. Weight loss (sometimes called bariatric) surgery can reduce or eliminate risks of developing diabetes or having […]
Getting to Know Dr. Jason Andersen
When it came to choosing his specialty in medicine, there was never any doubt for Dr. Jason Andersen. He went to medical school planning to be an orthopaedic surgeon, and […]
What To Look For In a Primary Care Doctor
Think of your primary care doctor as a trusted guide on a lifelong journey. He or she wants to do much more than help you when you’re sick. Your primary care […]
Getting to know Dr. Simone Maybin
When asked about her life growing up, Dr. Simone Maybin says with a smile that she truly enjoyed moving around a lot. As the daughter of an Air Force officer, […]
What’s the Difference Between Regular Heartburn and GERD?
You know the feeling.Maybe you splurged and decided to have pizza for supper. Maybe you were enjoying a nice glass of red wine with your meal. Perhaps you were getting […]
What Is Spinal Fusion Surgery and How Long Does It Take?
Maybe you’ve been suffering for months with severe, debilitating back pain and your doctor mentions spinal surgery or a spinal fusion for relief. If he or she mentioned fusion, you’re […]
What Is SPECT Imaging and When Would You Need It?
The long-form? It’s Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography. But that’s a mouthful for anyone. We refer to it as SPECT imaging. These scans help us diagnose and monitor the treatment […]
What Is an Angiogram? 7 Things You Need to Know
We understand. It can be scary. When something is wrong with your heart it can be stressful, especially if you’ve been told you need an angiogram procedure. Don’t worry. We’ve got […]
What Causes Ringing In My Ears?
For some, it is a vague hiss that persists throughout the day. For others, it’s an annoying, high-pitched whistle. In certain cases, it may even be a short sound similar […]
The Top 10 Questions You Should Ask Your Primary Care Doctor
We understand. It’s easy to forget. Today’s world is incredibly busy—chances are you had to take time off of work to schedule an appointment with your primary care doctor. When […]
The Most Common Shoulder Injuries and How We Treat Them
The shoulder is one of the most complicated joints in your body. Sadly, you don’t appreciate it until something goes wrong. Even a minor shoulder injury can greatly limit your […]
Signs of Colon Cancer You Can’t Afford to Ignore
No one likes to talk about colonoscopies. It’s embarrassing. Not the kind of thing you talk about in front of your coworkers. However, colonoscopies remain one of the best ways […]
Lesser-Known Heart Attack Symptoms
You see it all the time in movies and television. The main character has a heart attack, grips their chest and falls to the ground. It’s a dramatic scene that […]
10 Tips for Making A Comprehensive Birth Plan
You may have picked the perfect pattern and nursery theme for your little bundle of joy, but have you put that same time and consideration into a birth plan? What Is […]
Conway Medical Center Recognized for Excellence with ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation
CMC provides necessary care, resources to patients with heart attack symptoms The American College of Cardiology has recognized Conway Medical Center (CMC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating […]
CMC Announces New Hospital in Carolina Forest
Conway Medical Center (CMC) filed a Certificate of Need on May 6, 2020, with the Department of Health and Environmental Control to transfer 50-beds to a new hospital facility […]
Getting to Know Dr. Vinod Chaubey
Dr. Vinod Chaubey has had a busy few months. He and his wife had their first child in May, he moved from Massachusetts, and he started work at CMC Cardiology […]
CMC Expands Services for Cardiac Care
Conway Medical Center is excited to announce the expansion of CMC’s Cardiac Catheterization Lab services to include Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). With the addition of PCI, patients will have access to […]
CMC Inclement Weather Update
Update from Conway Medical Center – Monday, August 3, 2020 Like all of you, we here at CMC are monitoring the situation with Tropical Storm Isaias, which is expected to be […]
Stand With Us
An Open Letter to Our Communities Our region is experiencing a health emergency unlike any we’ve seen in our lifetime. Too many people are sick. Too many are dying. We, […]
Do You Need a Cardiac Catheterization Procedure?
Has your doctor told you that you have heart problems? Have you had a heart attack or maybe chest pain? If so, a cardiac catheterization procedure may be needed to […]
CMC Temporarily Halts Elective Surgeries
Starting Monday, July 13, 2020 until Monday, July 27, 2020, Conway Medical Center (CMC) will only perform medically-urgent and emergent surgeries. All elective surgeries will be rescheduled. CMC is taking […]
CMC Updates Visitor Policy
Effective 6 a.m. Thursday, June 25, 2020, CMC will no longer allow visitors for patients in the hospital, with the exception of those patients in end-of-life circumstances, and patients in […]
Preparing Your Child for Surgery
When you’re young, surgery can be a mysterious, even frightening process. That’s why preparing your child for surgery is so important to ensure a good experience for the entire family. […]
What Is the Difference Between Family Medicine and Internal Medicine?
They both take care of your overall health, they both treat chronic diseases and they both interpret medical tests. So what is the difference between doctors who practice internal medicine […]
Conway Medical Center Awarded More Than $500,000 from FCC for COVID-19 Telehealth Program
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has awarded Conway Medical Center (CMC) $536,359 to provide telehealth services during the coronavirus pandemic. The money will be used to purchase telecommunications services and […]
Conway Medical Center partners with Coastal Carolina University to Develop Rapid Testing Protocol for COVID-19
The medical staff at Conway Medical Center (CMC) has teamed up with professors at Coastal Carolina University (CCU) to develop a screening test for SARS-CoV-2 (novel coronavirus) infection, which is […]
CMC Announces 2020 Palmetto Gold Award Winners
Conway Medical Center is honored to announce that Cathy Gouveia, RN and Dody Martin, BSN were selected to receive the 2020 Palmetto Gold Award. The Palmetto Gold Nurse Recognition program […]
Getting to Know Dr. Scott Ross
Home for Dr. Scott Ross growing up was a small coal-mining town in southwestern Pennsylvania. His parents had lived in that town for their entire lives. He was the first […]
Preventative Care During Pandemic: Safe and Smart
The last several months have been unprecedented times for our nation’s healthcare system. The COVID-19 global pandemic has led to changes in many hospitals, like restricted visitor policies and Personal […]
What Kind of Bariatric Surgery Is Right for You?
It’s about much more than having a slimmer waistline. Bariatric surgery —also called weight-loss surgery—is not merely about appearances. Obesity places you at greater risk for heart disease, diabetes, and […]
7 Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health During COVID-19
The devastating physical effects of COVID-19 are obvious. But have you considered the toll it takes on your mental health? With stay-at-home orders, unemployment, and concerns about infection, is it any […]
When Do You Need Hernia Surgery?
A hernia is a common but frequently misunderstood condition. You may have a hernia if you have swelling and a bulge that is able to be “pushed back” into your […]
3 Tips for Talking to Children About the Coronavirus
They know something is wrong. Trying to hide the truth from them will only make it worse. When you have young children, there’s a fine line between answering their questions […]
CMC Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ for the Spring 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade – 4th ‘A’ in a Row
Conway Medical Center was awarded an ‘A’ in the Spring 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing CMC’s achievements providing safer health care. The Leapfrog Group is an […]
CMC Shares Facts Not Fear About COVID-19
With the spread of coronavirus COVID-19, Conway Medical Center encourages all seniors to take the necessary steps to protect themselves from this virus. According to the Centers for Disease Control […]
Getting to know Dr. Matthew Young
Dr. Matthew Young with Atlantic Urology grew up in the small town of Owensboro, Kentucky surrounded by family. His father worked in the local aluminum factory, and his mother worked […]
Conway Medical Center updates hospital visitation policy and offers phone screenings for COVID-19
Effective at 7 a.m. Friday, March 13, 2020, Conway Medical Center (CMC) will restrict hospital visitation to one visitor per patient, and all visitors must be over the age of […]
CMC Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab: Your personal cheerleading squad
Have you ever wondered what it might be like to have your own personal coach or cheerleader— someone to help you live a more active and healthy life, and make […]