It’s an annual checklist every man and woman should have marked on their calendars: Yearly cancer screenings. However, there’s more to these screenings than meets the eye, and our own Dr. Najla Itani will take you through the process, providing useful information to help you get the most out of your visit. Dr. Itani is […]
The answer is… …it depends. There are simply far too many variations among women for us to make a blanket statement that one is better than the other. It’s not an issue of ultrasound vs. mammogram. It’s an issue of what is the right type of care for you. An ultrasound is generally not used […]
Imagine trying to find a white spot on a white background. It would be difficult, right? That’s one of the challenges faced by our radiologists when examining the mammograms of women with dense breasts. The stakes are high: That white spot could be an indicator of breast cancer, and the sooner breast cancer is detected, […]
Dr. Najla Itani says she always knew she wanted to be a doctor. Both of her parents are physicians, her father a surgeon and her mother an anesthesiologist who met in an operating room. She was born in Saudi Arabia to her Lebanese parents who had been recruited there to work on an American compound. Since […]
Conway Medical Center (CMC) has welcomed its inaugural class of third-year Campbell Medicine students. Eleven students from the Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2021 are living, learning and serving at CMC in Conway, SC over the next two years. The affiliation between the School of Medicine and Conway Medical Center has […]
Conway Medical Center is making giant strides toward enhancing its cancer care program through a new affiliation and the upcoming opening of a new state-of-the-art cancer center. Set to open September 16, 2019, the CMC Cancer Center will include infusion services for patients in need of chemotherapy, intravenous medications and other blood products. Equipped to […]
It’s a good news, bad news situation. First, the good news: Varicose veins don’t always cause problems. In some cases, they can be resolved with simple lifestyle changes. Now, the bad news: Varicose veins are unsightly—perhaps even to the point that you don’t want to wear shorts or your favorite skirt. This condition can also […]
Are you the type of parent who tirelessly cheers for your child from the sidelines? Do you have visions of your son or daughter making that game-winning shot and being paraded around the field on the shoulders of their teammates? But there’s another side to this story. You’re probably also the type of parent who […]
Conway Medical Center hosts a variety of events monthly including blood drives, CMC auxiliary events, educational seminars, and much more. The following are the events planned for June 2019. Click here to learn more and to register for specific events. BirthPlace Tours are held every Sunday at 2 p.m. and are conducted by dedicated staff; registration is […]
There’s nothing like seeing that precious face of your newborn for the first time. But in the past, after baby’s first meet and greet with mom, he or she was whisked away to the nursery. For generations, the baby spent a lot of time with the hospital’s nursing staff, and the infant’s primary care was […]
There is no such thing as a healthy tan, but we hope you knew that already. A tan equals damaged skin, and if you don’t agree, consider this fact: More Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer than all other cancers combined. A sunburn or even unprotected sun exposure can place you at greater risk. Do […]
By Janet Morgan – My Horry News first published June 10, 2019 The first floor of the three-story Conway Medical Center Health Plaza South in Socastee is open. The 36,000 square foot facility is for pediatric and primary care practices. “So you might ask why did you build a three-story building,” said Bret Barr, […]
What is Hand Therapy? According to the American Society of Hand Therapists, hand therapy is the art and science of evaluating and treating injuries and conditions related to the upper extremity, including the shoulder, arm, elbow, forearm, wrist and hand. Through the use of a variety of treatment approaches and modalities, hand therapists are […]
Dr. Srinivas Vuppala grew up in Ohio and saw his pediatrician father take care of others, which gave him insight into being what a physician is all about. He says when they were out in public, his father’s young patients would run up to his father and give him a big hug. He says in […]
Conway Medical Center hosts a variety of events monthly including blood drives, CMC auxiliary events, educational seminars, and much more. The following are the events planned for June 2019. Click here to learn more and to register for specific events. American Red Cross Blood Drives –June 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Held in the CMC Administrative Services Building […]
Conway Medical Center (CMC) has received a $1,000,000 grant from The Duke Endowment to assist in the development of a new residency program. The CMC Residency Program will provide medical training to 37 residents who have selected careers in family medicine and transitional year (those who wish to specialize). The program is in partnership with […]
CONWAY, SC– [May 15, 2019] – Conway Medical Center (CMC) was awarded an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group’s Spring 2019 Hospital Safety Grade. The designation recognizes CMC’s efforts in protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care. The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization committed to improving health care quality and safety for consumers […]
When he’s playing hockey, Dr. Justin Pandoo is the goalie responsible for protecting the goal and stopping the puck. As an internal medicine physician, he is responsible for protecting his patients and stopping diseases. Dr. Pandoo grew up in Toronto, Canada playing a lot of hockey and baseball. In fact, he’s played competitive ice hockey […]
Conway Medical Center hosts a variety of events monthly including blood drives, CMC auxiliary events, educational seminars, and much more. The following are the events planned for May 2019. Click here to learn more and to register for specific events. American Red Cross Blood Drives –May 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Held in the CMC Administrative Services Building […]
Dr. Gilbertas Rimkus grew up in Lithuania during the time of Russian occupation. He says there was not much in the way of entertainment with strict schooling and no travel abroad. That changed completely in 1991, when Lithuania became independent, and suddenly the whole world opened up to him. He was able to go to […]
We sat down with Dr. Tyler Noble of OrthoSC to talk about hip replacement surgery. What is the recovery time for a hip replacement surgery? I mean just like nobody presents the same postoperatively, no two patients are exactly the same. What I will tell patients is most of the time the recovery period to […]
Conway, SC – Several local organizations have teamed up to bring Project SEARCH to Horry County beginning on Friday, March 22nd at Conway Medical Center. Project SEARCH is an internationally recognized employment training program for adults with intellectual disabilities. On Friday, 20 applicants will participate in a skills assessment to determine the 10 participants for […]
Conway Medical Center hosts a variety of events monthly including blood drives, CMC auxiliary events, educational seminars, and much more. The following are the events planned for April 2019. Click here to learn more and to register for specific events. AARP Smart Driver – April 17, 9 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Conway Medical Center has joined with […]
The CMC Auxiliary is holding an Easter Raffle with all proceeds benefiting Conway Medical Center and the hospital’s community initiatives. Click here to learn more about how we make a difference in the community. The gift basket is available for viewing in the CMC Gift Shop. Purchase tickets to win this Easter basket. 1 Ticket […]
When asked why she became a physician when no one else in her family was in the medical field, Dr. Meghan Malone was quick to answer that it all goes back to her grandfather. She was the youngest of four children. When her mother went back to work after she was born, Dr. Malone’s grandfather […]
We sat down with Dr. Justin Pandoo to chat with him about the importance of quitting smoking plus his thoughts on vaping. Why is quitting smoking important? Smoking cessation is so important because there are so many people that have plans for later on in life. Unfortunately, with smoking when you start people don’t feel […]
Conway Medical Center honored its longest serving full-time employee, Phyllis Cannon, who recently celebrated her 50th anniversary with the hospital. CMC is quickly approaching its 90th anniversary and Phyllis has worked for the organization for more than half of those years. She is the first employee in the history of the organization to […]
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, but it can often be prevented by making healthier choices and managing heart health conditions. Conway Medical Center (CMC) believes it is important to know your personal risks for heart disease. During this American Heart Month, CMC wants you […]
Conway Medical Center hosts a variety of events monthly including blood drives, CMC auxiliary events, educational seminars, and much more. The following are the events planned for March 2019 and are held at CMC unless noted otherwise. Click here to learn more and to register for specific events. BirthPlace Tours are held every Sunday at 2 p.m. […]
SET program now covered by Medicare Conway Medical Center’s Supervised Exercise Therapy (SET) program was recently approved for coverage by Medicare. SET is a program for people diagnosed with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) and who have claudication pain. This type of pain typically occurs while walking because of blockages in the peripheral arteries in the […]
Tanger Outlets Myrtle Beach will donated $35,311.16 to the Conway Medical Center Foundation Mammography Initiative. The money was raised throughout the month of October 2018 as part of the 25th annual Tanger PINK Campaign. Shoppers who purchased a Shop Pink Card could use that card to receive additional savings on the best brand name and […]
Conway Medical Center hosts a variety of events monthly including blood drives, CMC auxiliary events, educational seminars, and much more. The following are the events planned for September 2018. Click here to learn more and to register for specific events. American Red Cross Blood Drives –February 15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Held in the CMC Administrative Services Building […]
Dr. Zaher Nuwayhid is a general surgeon who also specializes in bariatrics or weight loss surgery, but he did not take the usual route to get there. Dr. Nuwayhid did not start off his medical career as a doctor. He started as a nurse. His interest in medicine came from one major event in his […]
Dr. James Vest grew up in a large family with six sisters and one brother in a small town in Michigan. Most of his extended family worked in the auto industry. He says with eight children, they didn’t take many vacations but enjoyed being together and there was always lots of activity in […]
Talk about a busy week! Last year, Dr. Alexandria Lee graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a Doctorate in Audiology, got married the next day, and moved to Conway to work at Conway Physicians Group Carolina Bays ENT the following week. Her energy and enthusiasm extend into the rest of her life as […]
The 2019 Open Enrollment Period for Health Insurance runs from November 1 to December 15 this year. As the leading healthcare provider in Horry County, we know how important your relationship with your physician is to your well-being. We also appreciate how complicated the insurance market can be for folks just trying to live their […]
Conway Medical Center Receives an ‘A’ for Patient Safety in Fall 2018 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade CONWAY, SC – Conway Medical Center (CMC) was awarded an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2018 Hospital Safety Grade. The designation recognizes CMC’s efforts in protecting patients from harm and meeting the highest safety standards in the United […]
Conway Medical Center’s Center for Breast Health provides unparalleled, comprehensive breast care guided by a deep sense of compassion and respect for the dignity of every patient. We are consistently recognized as a leader in breast health for utilizing the latest in imaging technology while offering women a more comfortable experience. 1 in 8 women […]
For Dr. Scott Mencken and his family, helping others and giving back to the community is a way of life. He and his wife have six children ages 18 down to 4. As a family, they recently delivered sandbags and helped families move their belongings to safety during the flooding, as well as served food […]
Conway Medical Center hosts a variety of events monthly including blood drives, CMC auxiliary events, educational seminars, and much more. The following are the events planned for September 2018. Click here to learn more and to register for specific events. 18th Annual Walk to Remember – October 14, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. CMC and […]
Conway Medical Center resumed all services on Tuesday, September 18, 2018, including outpatient services and planned elective surgeries. CMC remained open to deliver emergency medical services to over 550 people as well as obstetric care to over 50 laboring and expectant mothers during Hurricane Florence. Over 300 staff members and 30 physicians remained in-house to […]
CONWAY, SC– September 16, 2018- 4:30 pm Due to the impacts from Hurricane Florence, Conway Medical Center (CMC) announces the following: Conway Medical Center and our Emergency Department is open and accepting patients. Conway Physicians Group (CPG) Offices – Will reopen Monday, September 17th at Noon. Outpatient Locations – The Diagnostic Imaging Center, Cardiac Rehab, […]
Dr. Tyler Noble is a man of many talents. From woodworking and designing flight simulation hardware to having his pilot’s license and composing and performing music, Dr. Noble finds many creative outlets. That even includes his job as an orthopedic surgeon at OrthoSC (formerly known as Coastal Orthopedics) where he has specialized in knee and […]
CONWAY, SC– Conway Medical Center (CMC) is excited to now be one of only two Duke Health Affiliates in Heart in South Carolina and the only in the region. This affiliation provides our team with access to Duke Heart Center’s experience and expertise to enhance CMC’s heart care services in our community. The Duke Heart […]
Conway Medical Center hosts a variety of events monthly including blood drives, CMC auxiliary events, educational seminars, and much more. The following are the events planned for September 2018. Click here to learn more and to register for specific events. September 2018 (All classes and events are held at Conway Medical Center unless noted otherwise) […]
By Audrey Biesk, WMBF Reporter HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – Horry County ranks number one in South Carolina for opioid deaths. The staggering statistic led Conway Medical Center to host its first opioid awareness event. In partnership with the Horry County Coroner’s Office, the Grand Rounds program called “Global to Local: Opiates in our Town” […]
Today is World Mosquito Day. Mosquitos are more than just an annoying pest we swat away. They cause more death and sickness than any other animal on earth. Mosquito bites can be swollen and itchy and can become infected if you scratch them. For some people, these bites cause bad reactions that require medical attention. […]
CMC welcomes Dr. Praveen Vemuri Praveen Vemuri, MD is a board certified Neurologist fellowship-trained in Neurophysiology and Epilepsy. After receiving his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Andhra Medical College in India, he completed his Neurology residency at Detroit Medical Center through Wayne State University. Following his residency, Dr. Vemuri completed a one-year fellowship […]
PRESS RELEASE COASTAL CAROLINAS HEALTH ALLIANCE ANNOUNCES NEW MEMBER HOSPITAL WILMINGTON, N.C. – August 17, 2018 – Coastal Carolinas Health Alliance (CCHA) is pleased to announce that Conway Medical Center (CMC), a nonprofit medical center servicing Conway, South Carolina, and its surrounding communities, has joined its network of twelve member and affiliate hospitals throughout southeastern […]
Conway Medical Center will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross this Friday, August 17 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the CMC Administrative Services Building auditorium. You can schedule an appointment by either visiting www.redcrossblood.org or through your smartphone using The Red Cross Blood App. Walk-ins are always welcome but those with an […]
August 2018 Events Conway Medical Center has a variety of events planned for the month of August including blood drives, CMC auxiliary events, educational seminars, and more. All classes and events are held at Conway Medical Center unless noted otherwise. American Red Cross Blood Drive –August 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Held in the CMC Administrative Services […]
Did you know that breast milk provides a child with key nutrients and antibodies that help them fight off illness, develop immunity, and lowers the risk of conditions such as ear infections, asthma and intestinal problems like diarrhea? That’s right! At Conway Medical Center, we recommend exclusive breastfeeding without the use of infant formula or […]
Dr. Paul Sasser’s ties to Conway run very deep. He comes from well-known and respected families in Horry County. His grandfather on his father’s side was a physician in Conway, while his maternal grandfather was Reuben Long, the solicitor. His father was the head football coach at Conway High School who went on to coach […]
Conway, SC: Conway Medical Center is one of four recipients of the MultiPlan, Inc. 2018 Rural Health Outreach Grant. This grant will help fund the mobile 3D mammography program for patients in Horry County, including those who are low-income and/or without adequate insurance. Conway Medical Center submitted a creative proposal for addressing the healthcare needs of […]
Conway Medical Center (CMC) is the first hospital in South Carolina to offer the Hologic SmartCurve™ breast stabilization system, which is clinically proven to deliver a more comfortable mammogram without compromising image quality, workflow or dose. This latest innovation is part of CMC’s ongoing commitment to superior breast cancer detection and has the potential to increase […]
Conway, SC ― Conway Medical Center’s (CMC) Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine has been awarded the Robert A. Warriner III, M.D., Center of Excellence for 2017 by Healogics™. The Center of Excellence award is given to Wound Care Centers® in the Healogics network that have met the highest level of quality standards. CMC has received this […]
(All classes and events are held at Conway Medical Center unless noted otherwise) American Red Cross Blood Drives – June 15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Held in the CMC Administrative Services Building auditorium. Contact Number- 843-347-8035 AARP Smart Driver – June 13, 9 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Conway Medical Center has joined with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) to offer a Smart […]
Conway, SC: Conway Medical Center (CMC) has received a $685,000 grant from The Duke Endowment to fund a mobile 3D mammography van for three years. This grant will allow CMC to bring cutting edge 3D mammography technology to low-income, uninsured patients throughout Horry County. Conway Medical Center’s goal is to improve women’s health by offering the […]
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