Turn your mammogram appointment into a day of fun
When you think of getting your annual mammogram, you may not think of it as a day of entertainment or relaxation. But what if it was? The 3D mammograms given […]
Why some women won’t get their mammograms
Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women. Mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early yet some women are less likely than […]
Conway hangs pink pumpkins outside CMC for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
By Bryn Eddy at myhorrynews.com A crew with the City of Conway hung pink pumpkins from the trees at the entrance to Conway Medical Center on Tuesday morning for Breast […]
Yes, men can get breast cancer
Know the signs and symptoms of male breast cancer Conversations about breast cancer have become more commonplace than years ago. There is a wealth of information available about detecting and […]
Allyson Floyd- A story of early detection and life
It was an unseasonably warm day in February when CMC Media and PR Specialist, Allyson Floyd was knee deep in another busy workday. One topic covered in the morning meeting […]
Understanding Breast Cancer Related Tests
Whether you’re ready to get your first screening mammogram or want to know more about follow-up tests after an abnormal finding, learning about breast cancer screening tests can help you […]
CMC opens new Dermatology office
Dr. Fabrizio Galimberti saw a need. When he looked at the Grand Strand, Galimberti noticed two challenges: a shortage of dermatologists and a community where people spend many hours on […]
Time means muscle at the CMC Cath Lab
When it comes to your heart, time is muscle. If a person is having a heart attack, it’s important to restore blood flow as quickly as possible. The sooner this […]
Understanding Psoriasis
Psoriasis can be a frustrating skin condition to live with. Kim Kardashian, a popular social media and television personality, has been candid about her struggles with this common condition. […]
10 Healthy Game Day Recipes
Football season is here and that means more gatherings and a lot more food. Game day spreads are generally a mountain of carbs and a ton of calories filled with […]
CMC’s Weight Loss Program achieves Aetna quality designation
Conway Medical Center’s Weight Loss Program has been recognized by the Aetna Institutes of Quality (IOQ). To achieve this status, the center had to meet measures of clinical quality, contract […]
Why Are Button Batteries Dangerous?
Toddlers and young children are ever exploring and experimenting with new things. The battle to keep objects out of their mouths seems never-ending. Lithium batteries, also known as “button” batteries, […]
CMC Designated as Baby-Friendly Hospital
After a rigorous review process, CMC has achieved the highly prestigious Baby-Friendly Designation! This is a great accomplishment that required commitment and effort from teams throughout the organization across a […]
Ashton Kutcher reveals diagnosis of rare auto-immune disease
Recently, American actor, Ashton Kutcher, revealed his experience with a rare auto-immune condition known as Vasculitis. In a recent episode of Running Wild with Bear Grylls: The Challenge, “Two years […]
How Do You Get Swimmer’s Ear
How Do You Get Swimmer’s Ear? Most of us assume that you can only get swimmer’s ear in a pool or the ocean and although there is an increased risk […]
CMC Pain Management Center offers alternatives to opioids
When Dr. Farayi Mbuvah moved to the United States from his native Zimbabwe a decade ago, he was surprised to see how many people in the U.S. were prescribed opioids […]
Health Plaza Socastee: Outstanding patient care
Doctors Near Myrtle Beach Located in the heart of Socastee, just off Highway 544 and 707, our 36,000 square foot, Health Plaza Socastee facility puts patient comfort in the forefront […]
CMC Orthopaedics physician named one of 10 Spine Surgeons Under 45 to Know
Dr. Simone Maybin of CMC Orthopaedics has been named one of Becker’s Spine Review’s 10 Spine Surgeons Under 45 to Know. Dr. Maybin is an interventional pain management specialist who […]
Chronic Pain- You are not alone
Pain is something every person will experience at one time or another. Whether it’s something as simple as a paper cut, to more impactful long-term pain one might experience from […]
How to Treat Ant Bites: Vital Do’s and Don’ts for You
You are outside working in your yard on a hot, sunny summer’s day when suddenly you feel a tiny sting to your ankle followed by another and then another sting. […]
Monkeypox
Keeping up with the information superhighway can be a daunting task. Absorbing too much of the news cycle can leave you feeling overwhelmed or anxious. Alternatively, many individuals have sworn […]
Nosebleeds: Picking apart this common condition
Nosebleeds are super annoying, inconvenient, and sometimes embarrassing, especially since they can happen anytime and anywhere. As we inch closer to fall and subsequently winter, the air will become drier […]
Grief and Loss
Grief and loss are a common and natural part of our lives, yet we often feel ill-equipped and alone when we are traveling through our grief. While grief is often […]
Conway Medical Center receives $510,000 grant from The Duke Endowment to support telehealth medicine
Conway Medical Center (CMC) has received a $510,000 grant from The Duke Endowment to fund the creation of a Telehealth Team to oversee and schedule telehealth services for the hospital. Over […]
Healthy Eating Habits: Snack Ideas Just in Time for Summer
Summer can be a perfect time for healthy eating habits with promises of fresh fruit, low-fat smoothies, and other treats that are ideal snacks for a day at the beach […]
Let the Bell Ring
How we celebrate healing in CMC Wound Care On any given day at Conway Medical Center, you may hear a bell ring out. It’s not an alarm. It’s a celebration […]
What is an Abscess Wound – CMC Wound Care
With gross-out videos being all the rage these days on social media, you may have watched a few videos of physicians popping and draining abscesses. But did you know that […]
CMC Wound Care celebrates a decade of care
Written by Charles Perry and first published in My Horry News and Waccamaw Publishers, Inc There’s a moment when a patient’s time at the CMC Center for Wound Healing and […]
CMC Golf Classic makes an epic return
Est. 1988 After two years of Covid-19 disruption, the 38th annual CMC Golf Classic kicked off at not one, but two world-class courses this year. Players came from far and […]
CMC Installs New Mamava Lactation Pod in Hospital Lobby
Conway Medical Center (CMC) has installed a new Mamava lactation pod to meet the needs of breastfeeding parents. The pod in the main hospital lobby is available for patients, staff, […]
CMC Foundation has a successful Inaugural Tennis Classic
Beating Cancer. Game. Set. Match It was a picture-perfect day for tennis on the Grand Strand. A day where players became legends, friendships were forged, and over $43,000 was raised […]
Sitting too much can shorten your life
We hear it all the time from our doctors and other health experts. “You gotta get up and get moving or else.” Sitting can have many short and long-term effects […]
CCU partners with Conway Medical Center on health care initiatives and receives historic donation
Conway Medical Center (CMC), a mainstay of the local community since 1928, now holds the distinction of making the largest donation to another anchor in Horry County: Coastal Carolina University. […]
Getting to Know Dr. Nicholas Mexas
Dr. Nicholas Mexas has a strong sense of adventure. Born and raised in Athens, Greece, he went to college for a couple of years there at a school of public […]
A typical day in Acute Rehab
From your first consultation until your departure, the goal of acute rehab remains the same; to help you recover as fully as possible and get you back to your quality […]
CMC’s robotic surgery program ranks among country’s busiest
Written by Charles Perry for publication in MyHorryNews and Waccamaw Publishers Nearly three years after Conway Medical Center launched its robotic surgery program, CMC has become the second-busiest robotics hospital […]
Where there is hope, there is healing
CMC Acute Rehabilitation CMC Acute Rehabilitation provides inpatient rehab due to functional loss that has occurred from injury or illness. Our 24/7 facility offers physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech/language […]
Getting to Know Dr. David Johnson
Throughout his life, Dr. David Johnson has traveled extensively. It started in high school when he spent months playing soccer all over Europe on a travel team. It continued just […]
Aphasia: The brain condition forcing Bruce Willis from movies
Actor and musician Bruce Willis is best known for playing the wisecracking, hardened hero in some of America’s most beloved action films. Unfortunately, it appears his time in the spotlight […]
CMC Brings Award-Winning Surgical Services to Socastee
Conway Medical Center (CMC) is proud to announce the accreditation of and expansion of surgical services available at its new outpatient ambulatory surgery center, CMC Surgical Center South. Conveniently located […]
What Is Golfer’s Elbow? And How Can Sports Medicine Help?
The Myrtle Beach/Horry County area is fortunate to have some of the best golf courses around. Now imagine you’re teed up and getting ready for the perfect swing… …then suddenly, […]
Does Insurance Cover Weight Loss Surgery? Take Our Quiz
For millions of Americans who are struggling with obesity, diet and exercise may not be effective enough for them to lose the weight they need. Bariatric (weight loss) surgery can help […]
Take Control of Your Seasonal Allergies
Spring is upon us and with the return of warmer weather and longer days, we are looking forward to spending more time outside. But those of us who suffer from […]
Which Family Doctor Should I Pick?
There is a saying that trust is not a matter of technique, tricks, or tools but of character. The physicians with CMC Primary Care take pride in not only the […]
Getting to Know Dr. Heber Watson, III, DO
Dr. Heber Watson grew up in the small town of Hartsville, SC. Although neither of his parents went to college, they stressed the importance of education to their children. All […]
10 Tips for Finding an Orthopedic Surgeon
Orthopedic surgeons are vital for helping you get back to the activities you enjoy, whether it’s playing a game of pickup basketball on the weekends or perfecting your golf swing at […]
Getting to Know Dr. Christian Whittington
From a very early age, Dr. Christian Whittington was a worker. He started by tying the lawnmower to the back of his bicycle and hauling it around their neighborhood in […]
Health benefits of volunteering as you age
As a nurse practitioner who specializes in family medicine and geriatrics for CMC Primary Care, Jonathan Briggs, FNP not only takes care of his aging patients’ medical needs he also […]
How Does Pink Eye Happen?
Pink eye is a very common illness amongst children and adults seen at CMC Primary Care and CMC Pediatrics. Formally known as conjunctivitis, pink eye occurs when the lining of […]
Prepping for the trip of your lifetime
How health screenings can help you enjoy the ride When you think about your life there are probably many things you want to accomplish, experiences you want to have, places […]
Should I Get the Shingles Vaccine?
1 in 3 people in the U.S. will develop shingles in their lifetime. The Centers for Disease Control recommends that adults 50 years and older get two doses of the […]
What exactly is the power of love when it comes to health and healing?
This blog was updated June 2024 Maya Angelou said, “Love has no barriers,” and William Shakespeare noted, “If music be the food of love, play on.” We know that love […]
How a head injury turned fatal for America’s funniest dad
Breaking down traumatic brain injuries On January 8th, Bob Saget, star of “Full House” and “America’s Funniest Home Videos,” went to bed after performing a comedy set in Florida and […]
5 Heart Health Tips
Adopting healthy habits can be your best defense against heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. It may seem like this would take a lot of time and effort but there […]
CMC welcomes our first four legged volunteers
Conway Medical Center is pleased to introduce our Pet Therapy Program. The program aims to relieve stress and anxiety while promoting healing and improving the overall quality of life here […]
10 Useful Tips for Dressing Your Newborn for Winter
No, we don’t have the towering layers of snow that blanket places like New York and Chicago, but Myrtle Beach winters can have their own unique chill to the air which […]
Don’t Overlook These 4 Common Children Cold Symptoms
You want to do everything you can to protect your child and keep them healthy, but this can be challenging during this time of year when it seems there are […]
What Exactly is Hypertension?
Hypertension is a big word for high blood pressure and it’s the #1 reason for primary care visits. In the beginning, you may not have any noticeable symptoms. CMC Primary […]
The Most Essential Vitamins Your Body Needs
Vitamins and minerals are essential in keeping you healthy and are necessary for survival. Most essential vitamins have different jobs to help your body work and grow the way it […]
CMC Foundation sponsoring FREE smoking cessation series again
For the fourth year in a row, the CMC Foundation is sponsoring the Freedom From Smoking series. Their sponsorship means that any participant who takes the class will not have […]