Kyle Busch’s Death Is a Warning: Do You Know the Signs of Sepsis?
The NASCAR world — and the sports world at large — was shaken on May 21, 2026, when two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch died at 41 years old. […]
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Honoring Excellence: Conway Medical Center’s 2026 Nursing Week Awards
At Conway Medical Center, excellence isn’t just a goal—it’s our daily commitment. During this year’s Nurses Week celebration, we proudly honored the exceptional individuals and teams who embody our values […]
CMC Earns an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
Spring 2026 Safety Grade is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety Conway Medical Center (CMC) earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2026, […]
Protecting Your Health from Wildfire Smoke: What Horry County Residents Need to Know
Smoke from the Marion County wildfire is drifting north into Horry County, blanketing Conway, Myrtle Beach, and surrounding communities with hazy air that poses real health risks. The South Carolina […]
CMC Women’s Health Expands Pregnancy and Maternity Care with New Dedicated Suite
Conway Medical Center continues to expand its commitment to women’s healthcare with the recent growth of CMC Women’s Health, now featuring a newly dedicated suite for pregnancy and maternity care. […]
CMC Reveals Most Popular Baby Names for 2025
What a year it’s been at The BirthPlace at Conway Medical Center! Last year, 1,778 babies were welcomed into the world—a remarkable 16% increase from 2023 and one of the […]
CMC Vascular Performs First Complex Limb-Salvage Bypass Locally
Conway Medical Center just completed a surgery that’s never been done here before—a complex procedure that saved a patient’s leg when the artery behind their knee suddenly clotted. This type […]
CMC Welcomes New K9 Officer, Boyka, to Enhance Hospital Safety
Conway Medical Center (CMC) proudly announces the newest addition to its security team—K9 Officer Boyka, a three-year-old Belgian Malinois. With Boyka officially on duty, CMC becomes only the second hospital […]
Link Between Ultraprocessed Foods and Colon Cancer: What You Need to Know
If you can’t pronounce an ingredient on the package, chances are you’re holding an ultraprocessed food. While that’s a helpful rule of thumb, a groundbreaking new study suggests we all […]
CMC recognizes two physicians with Distinguished Physicians Awards
The Medical Executive Committee of Conway Medical Center is proud to announce that Dr. Edward Proctor and Dr. James Adamson are the recipients of this year’s Distinguished Physicians Awards. This […]
Celebrating Excellence: Conway Medical Center’s 2025 Nursing Week Awards
At Conway Medical Center, excellence isn’t just a goal—it’s our daily commitment. During this year’s Nursing Week celebration, we’re proud to honor the exceptional individuals and teams who embody our […]
CMC Recognizes Volunteers with the 2025 Palmetto Awards
Conway Medical Center has 185 volunteers serving at multiple facilities in a variety of capacities. Our volunteers are dedicated individuals who provide exceptional service to meet the diverse needs of […]
Don’t Let Pain Sideline Your Spring Season: Our Orthopedic Specialists Reveal Preparation Secrets
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a dedicated athlete, proper preparation is essential for spring sports. The orthopedic specialists at Conway Medical Center, including Dr. Phillip Sussman and Dr. Iridi […]
CMC ranked #1 in SC in Bariatric Surgery and Trauma Care and #1 in Market in Cancer Care
CMC also received multiple national and regional rankings from CareChex® CONWAY, SC (March 11, 2025)— Conway Medical Center (CMC) has been recognized as #1 in South Carolina for Medical Excellence […]
Conway Medical Center Unveils Third Hyperbaric Chamber to Meet High Patient Demand
The CMC Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine at Conway Medical Center continues to advance its position as the region’s premier provider of hyperbaric medicine with the installation of […]
Making Waves in Inpatient Wound Care: CMC’s Wound Care Coordinator’s Journey from Case Studies to National Recognition
Mary Wolphagen, BSN, RN, CWCN, has served Conway Medical Center for 10 years and currently leads as the inpatient Wound Care Coordinator. She moved into a Quality Improvement role where […]
CMC Announces Plans to Add Emergency Department and Expand Services in Socastee
Conway Medical Center (CMC), the premier medical and innovation partner of Coastal Carolina University and Horry-Georgetown Technical College, today announced plans to expand its Health Plaza South campus to include […]
CMC and UnitedHealthcare Reach New Three Year Agreement
Conway Medical Center (CMC) is pleased to announce that they and UnitedHealthcare (UHC) have reached a new three-year agreement that maintains in-network access to all CMC services and providers for […]
FDA Authorizes New AirPods Pro Hearing Aid Software: Not a Replacement for Your ENT
The FDA recently approved new software to improve hearing aids, which could be exciting news for people with hearing loss. This announcement comes right after Apple introduced a feature for […]
Conway Medical Center Named One of the Best Employers in SC by Forbes
Conway Medical Center (CMC) is ranked in the top 10 in South Carolina on Forbes’ America’s Best-in-State Employers list for 2024. CMC was #6 in the state and #1 for […]
CMC Endoscopy Center and CMC Surgical Center South recognized by leading gastrointestinal medical society for quality and safety
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), a leading gastrointestinal medical society, has recently granted a three-year recognition for quality and safety to the CMC Endoscopy Center and CMC Surgical […]
CMC Announces Plans for New ED at Intersection of Hwy 90 and Hwy 22
Conway Medical Center (CMC), the premier medical and innovation partner of Coastal Carolina University and Horry-Georgetown Technical College, today announced plans to construct a new free-standing emergency department. The CMC […]
Conway Medical Center receives $350,000 grant from The Duke Endowment for mental health and addiction services
Conway Medical Center (CMC) has received a $350,000 grant from The Duke Endowment to increase access to mental health and addiction services in Horry County. The Endowment grant will be used […]
CMC is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care
The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke GoldPlus award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care. Conway […]
Conway Medical Center receives $750,000 grant from The Duke Endowment for Healthy Horry
Conway Medical Center (CMC) has received a $750,000 grant from The Duke Endowment for Healthy Horry to implement evidence-based interventions focused on improving access to healthy eating and active living. Healthy Horry, sponsored […]
CMC is first hospital in SC and NC with newest robotic surgical system
Conway Medical Center is the first hospital in South Carolina and North Carolina to receive the Intuitive da Vinci 5® surgical system, designed with the goal of further advancing technology […]
CMC Announces 2024 Nursing “Difference Makers”
The nursing staff at Conway Medical Center are the heartbeat of our health system, providing comfort, healing, and hope to patients when they need it most. Their dedication and empathy […]
CMC Recognizes Volunteers with the 2024 Palmetto Awards
Conway Medical Center has 145 volunteers serving at multiple facilities in a variety of capacities. Our volunteers are dedicated individuals who provide exceptional service to meet the diverse needs of […]
CMC recognizes two retired physicians with Distinguished Physicians Awards
The Medical Executive Committee of Conway Medical Center is proud to announce that Dr. Peter Carlisle Kelly, III and Dr. John W. Wilson, Jr. are the recipients of the Distinguished […]
CMC Opens New Sleep Disorders Center in Boutique Hotel
Conway Medical Center has opened the first hotel-based sleep study lab in our area. This new and expanded sleep disorders center offers six testing rooms. The CMC Sleep Disorders Center […]
National Caregivers Day: Through the Eyes of a Hospice Nurse
Every year on the third Friday in February, National Caregivers Day is observed in the United States and is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the dedication, compassion, and hard work […]
CMC donates over $1 million to HGTC for Nursing and Health Sciences Institute
Conway Medical Center with Novant Health (CMC) and Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) have entered a strategic partnership that will improve workforce development in healthcare. CMC will donate $1,050,000 to the HGTC Foundation […]
Bo Flavor Bojangles and CMC Foundation Announce “Our Heart is in It” Community Challenge in Honor of American Heart Month
This February, join us in supporting heart health in Horry County as we celebrate American Heart Month in partnership with the Conway Medical Center Foundation. For the entire month, Bo […]
Conway Medical Center College of Health and Human Performance: Elevating Local Healthcare
As the Conway Medical Center College of Health and Human Performance continues to expand, our institutional partnership with Coastal Carolina University is growing even stronger. In Spring 2022, Conway Medical […]
CMC Foundation Receives Donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
Feeding the Hungry grant addresses food insecurity; supports nutrition education The Conway Medical Center (CMC) Foundation has received $2,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors […]
CMC Announces Most Popular Baby Names for 2023
This year 1,535 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. […]
Conway Medical Center Receives ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI
Conway Medical Center 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 to […]
Ribbon cutting held for CMC Physical Therapy location at Conway Sports and Fitness Center
Conway Medical Center (CMC) and the City of Conway held a ribbon cutting Wednesday to officially open the new CMC Physical Therapy location inside the Conway Sports and Fitness Center. […]
Horry Co. tax funds $53M expansion for CCU’s CMC Health & Human Performance college
First published by WPDE News 15 and Emma Parkhouse on Mon, October 16th 2023, 5:03 PM EDT Local taxpayer dollars are expanding the future of Horry County and higher education. […]
CMC offers first ever clinic for student athletes
Published by WMBF News by Teagan Brown on Oct. 4, 2023 at 8:38 PM EDT Conway Medical Center is offering a brand new ‘black and blue’ clinic to all student-athletes, […]
CMC Orthopaedics teams up with Horry County Schools
This football season, you can find providers from CMC Orthopaedics under the Friday night lights for four area high school football teams. CMC Orthopaedics is the official sports medicine partner […]
CMC Announces New Nursing Residency Program with Vizient/AACN™
Conway Medical Center (CMC) today announced the implementation of a Nurse Residency program based on the Vizient and American Association of Colleges of Nursing (Vizient/AACN) Nurse Residency Program™. The program […]
Conway Medical Center, Novant Health announce plans to expand access to quality care on the coast
Today, Conway Medical Center (CMC) announced a new strategic relationship with Novant Health to address the healthcare needs of one of the fastest-growing areas in the country, including the Grand […]
Dr. Yumeng Li addresses sunscreen myths and best practices to protect your skin
Erica Edwards with WMBF news recently sat down with CMC Dermatology physician, Dr. Yumeng Li to break down everything you need to know about sunscreen as we head into the […]
CMC launches initiative to improve patient care with nasal antiseptic
Nasal Sanitizer Antiseptic to reduce infection Conway Medical Center has launched a new initiative to add another layer of protection for our patients with the use of Nozin Nasal […]
HGTC Pantry Receives Donations from CMC Employees
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) recently received donations for the College’s Pantry that supports students and employees in need. Treena Thibodeau, Assistant Vice President of Nursing at Conway Medical Center, along […]
June is National Dysphagia Awareness Month
What is Dysphagia? Difficulty swallowing, also called Dysphagia, affects 1 out of every 25 Americans each year according to the American Board of Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders. Dr. Alicia Sanderson […]
CMC Orthopaedics continues to expand to meet growing demand
When Dr. David Beck arrived at Conway Medical Center’s orthopaedics office in October 2020, the fledgling practice consisted of Beck and two other doctors. Since then, CMC Orthopaedics has added […]
CMC Recognizes Nursing “Difference Makers”
Think back to the last time you visited a hospital or a physician’s office. Maybe you were sick or you were visiting a loved one lying in a hospital bed. […]
CMC Recognizes Volunteers with the Palmetto Awards
Conway Medical Center has 145 volunteers serving at multiple facilities in a variety of capacities. Our volunteers are dedicated individuals that provide exceptional service to meet the diverse needs of […]
Conway surgeon discusses benefits, risks of teen surgery to treat obesity
First published on WPDE.com by Connor Ingalls February 28, 2023, 3:11 PM EST HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Dr. Zaher Nuwayhid from Conway Medical Center has spent decades performing weight loss surgeries. […]
Volunteering: A different new year’s resolution
At Conway Medical Center, the first face most patients see is a volunteer. These welcoming individuals greet visitors and patients and provide instructions for where to go. “When people come […]
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CMC’s longest serving employee to retire after more than 50 years!
Over 50 years of service Conway Medical Center’s longest-serving full-time employee, Phyllis Cannon, is celebrating her upcoming retirement after a 50+ year career at CMC. She is the first employee […]
CMC announces new leadership roles for CEO and COO
Today Conway Medical Center and the Conway Medical Center Board of Trustees announced that President and Chief Executive Officer, Bret Barr, will be transitioning to a new role on December […]
Former ABC15 anchor shares story of surviving breast cancer, advocates annual mammograms
First published by by Jennifer Abney, Courtney Rowles for WPDE ABC15 News on October 13, 2022. CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — For more than 20 years, ABC15 viewers welcomed Allyson Floyd into […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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