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Join board-certified endocrinologist Neha Lalani, M.D., and learn more about diabetes, thyroid conditions and osteoporosis. “A lot of people with diabetes ask at what point they need to see an endocrinologist,” says Dr. Lalani. “If you are newly diagnosed and have questions, if your treatments aren’t working or if you have complications from diabetes it is a good idea to see an endocrinologist.” She will discuss other hormone-related issues involving the thyroid and osteoporosis. This seminar will be he... ... Read More

During National Women's Health Week each year, millions of women take steps to improve their health. The week serves as a reminder for women to make their health a priority and build positive health habits for life. The 20th annual National Women's Health Week kicks off on Mother's Day, May 12, and is celebrated through May 18, 2019. Southside Regional Medical Center (SRMC) encourages all women to be as healthy as possible. To improve your physical and mental health, you can: Visit a doctor or nurse for... ... Read More

SRMC’s Chelsee Freudig, RN, goes above and beyond typical nurse duties. One of her patients was in late stage cancer and the family noticed the little things she did that made such a difference in their difficult situation. “This nurse came in and she bathed my mom, lotioned her down and combed her hair,” said the patient’s family member. “I believe the moment she met my mom she loved her and the feeling was mutual with my mom.” Not only was Chelsee there for the patient but she was also there for the f... ... Read More

Soldiers from Fort Lee volunteered with Southside Regional Medical Center (SRMC) as a part of the Army Logistics Senior Leadership Course SLC 92A 19-501. SRMC leadership team members accompanied Soldiers as they delivered coffee, chocolates, and flowers to patients, family, and staff throughout the hospital. They also put together comfort kits for patients that include shampoo, lotion and other hygiene essentials. The class voted and chose SRMC for the volunteer part of the program as a way of saying th... ... Read More

Join Kathy Church, OTR/L, for Occupational Therapy Month and learn how you can prevent or live better with injury, illness, or disability. “Unless you’ve had occupational therapy, most people don’t understand what it is,” explains Kathy Church. “It is our goal to educate people on how to avoid injuries and if you do have one, know there is help to get you back on track. We’ll show attendees tricks of the trade and tools they can use to help perform daily functions healthy people take for granted.” This ... ... Read More

Southside Regional Medical Center (SRMC) is currently accepting applications for the 2019 Junior Volunteer program. Applications can be picked up at the SRMC Welcome Center and MUST be returned no later than June 3. Teens must be at least 14 years old and show proof of age if they are selected for the program. Junior Volunteers will be required to submit to a drug screening and TB test. Download your application here The Summer Junior Volunteer Program will be: July 12 – August 22, 2019. Junior Voluntee... ... Read More

Petersburg, VA – Earlier this week the 1 Million Hands Project visited Southside Regional Medical Center (SRMC). Cancer survivors from the Tri-Cities decorated the traveling art piece during a stop in Petersburg as it travels across the country. SRMC patients, staff, friends and family gathered in front of the SRMC Cancer Center to celebrate their victory and commemorate their journey. The 1 Million Hands Project is a mobile art piece started by Jeremy Gorup. It is looking for 1 million cancer survivors... ... Read More

Colonial Heights, VA – Southside Physicians Network (SPN) is proud to welcome Dr. Roberts and Dr. Moschler to the list of employed OB/GYN providers. Both will see patients at the Colonial Heights, formerly Riverview Physicians for Women (RPW) and Prince George locations. To make an appointment with Dr. Roberts or Dr. Moschler call (804) 765-5206. Keith Roberts, M.D., FACOG Dr. Roberts was raised in South Boston, Virginia. His father was an obstetrician-gynecologist and ever since he was young, it was hi... ... Read More

In celebration of Red Cross Month, Southside Regional Medical Center (SRMC) sponsored a blood drive with the American Red Cross on March 22, 2019. The event was fully booked but walk-ins were accepted. The drive collected a total of 29 units. “We saved and/or improved 87 lives!” says India Wilbourne, MLT (ASCP) CM, Transfusion Services, SRMC. Donald Yavorsky has been donating blood for more than fifty years. He started giving when he was in the Army and joked, “We gave blood because we got out of washin... ... Read More

Petersburg, VA – Southside Regional Medical Center (SRMC) started renovations on new cancer center offices in the Medical Arts Pavilion (MAP) at 210 Medical Park Boulevard in Petersburg. When completed, this million dollar construction project will bring SRMC and Southside Physicians Network (SPN) cancer services under one roof. “Aligning all of these services in a central location on campus makes it easier for patients to stay local and access quality healthcare close to home,” says SRMC CEO Trent Nobl... ... Read More