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Tuomey program garners top ranking
Tuomey Home Services has established itself as No.1 in its field, a landmark event for the hospital's program. Press Ganey, utilizing surveys completed by more than 91,000 home health patients nationwide, recently rated Tuomey's home health … more
Tuomey announces new board member, new chief of staff
Tuomey Healthcare System recently welcomed two new members to its board of trustees. Kay Raffield, PhD and Mark Mitchiner, MD each brings vision and leadership to the board, and a great deal of valuable knowledge and experience. "We are thrilled … more
Tuomey committed to community
Dear friends: From our beginnings as a small community hospital to the multi-faceted healthcare institution you now see, Tuomey has worked diligently to earn its place in our community. I'm convinced we've done an exemplary job of earning your … more
Tuomey Healthcare System Directory of Physicians
An exceptional staff of physicians, surgeons, technicians, therapists and nurses ensures the medical care offered at Tuomey is the finest available. More than 150 board-certified or board-eligible physicians cover specialties from endocrinology and … more
Influenza is an annual battle
The symptoms are familiar enough — headache, fever, aches and pains. Sounds benign, almost like a bad cold, but influenza can be a killer. It's a debilitating disease with serious complications — including pneumonia — that lead to nearly … more
Home health monitors cut patients' need for hospitalization
Last year, The Tuomey Foundation helped Tuomey make great strides in extending its care outside the hospital walls and into homes around the Sumter area. Through a $63,000 grant, the foundation purchased 10 home health monitors, the first of their … more
Getting on your feet again
An active lifestyle is something most of us take for granted. Getting right out of bed, hopping in the shower, dressing quickly and running out the door is often how we start our days. But what if it weren't so easy? What if you had to learn — all … more
Sports physicals no subsitute for family physician
With basketball about to get under way, many young minds are turning to dreams of hitting the game-winning shot or free throw or that amazing slam dunk that brings the crowd to its feet. But even before your kids can lace up those high-tops, … more
Taking control of diabetes
It's been recognized since 1500 B.C. In Ancient India, they called the disease madhumeha, which means urine of honey. By that time, physicians already knew the disease was accompanied by thirst, muscular weakness and unpleasant odor. The Greeks … more
2 Sumter partners making a difference
Meet physicans Murrell Smith and Thomas Hepfer — two local partners with Sumter OB-GYN who are continuing the Tuomey tradition of leadership on a state and national level. Smith has been named president of the South Carolina OB-GYN Society. … more
Men of Distinction
According to the South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, South Carolina continues to rank in the top 10 when it comes to domestic violence. Likewise, the total number of domestic violence victims from 2002 to 2004 were … more
Who's paying the bill?
Poverty affects even those who aren't poor, possibly nowhere more clearly than in health care. Indigent health care costs are of great enough concern to Tuomey hospital that its chief operating officer thinks it might be time to change the entire … more
AROUND TOWN
Register now for upcoming American Red Cross classes at 1155 N. Guignard Drive, Suite 2. Call 775-2363. Classes will be held: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, first aid; 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, infant / child CPR; 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, adult … more
What makes music scary?
Most people remember Alfred Hitchcock's slow walk into a line drawing of his profile as his mystery TV show opened. But do you remember the music? Why did Hitchcock pick Charles Gounod's "Funeral March of a Marionette" for the theme to his TV … more
Out & About
Don't forget Halloween on Main tonight. There are two costume contests, one for young people up to 12 years old and one for dogs. The city of Sumter, which is sponsoring the party, will award cash prizes to the top three winners in each contest. The … more
McWatty - Heim
Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. McWatty of Hartsville announce the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth L. McWatty of Sumter, to Jason R. Heim of Sumter, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon A. Heim of Sumter. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs. Phyllis … more
Harris - Clark
MOUNT PLEASANT — Julie Elizabeth Harris and Brian Anthony Clark were united in marriage at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, 2006, at Alhambra Hall. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Harris of Sumter, and the granddaughter of Mrs. … more
AROUND TOWN
Register now for upcoming American Red Cross classes at 1155 N. Guignard Drive, Suite 2. Call 775-2363. Classes will be held: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, first aid; 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, infant / child CPR; 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, adult … more
Schultz - Helbing
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Schultz of Bozeman, Mont., announce the engagement of their daughter, Talia Renae Schultz of Bozeman, to Shane M. Helbing of Sumter, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tim Cozzens of Sumter. The wedding is planned for Nov. 11, 2006, at the … more
Does Where You Live Matter?
When you're poor and living in a low-rent part of town, protecting yourself from crime isn't easy. Neither is escaping its lure. Nearby abandoned homes can easily become drug havens, attracting dealers and addicts to your neighborhood. A … more
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