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Cynthia Swineford, RN, MSN, CNE was recently appointed by Governor Ralph Northam to the Commonwealth’s Board of Nursing. The purpose of the Board of Nursing is to regulate the practice of registered and practical nurses, certified nurse aides, certified massage therapists, clinical nurse specialists, registered medication aides, and jointly with the Board of Medicine, licensed Nurse Practitioners. The Virginia Board of Nursing consists of a 14-member Board, a 5-member Massage Therapy Advisory Board, as ... ... Read More

Petersburg, VA – Starting this week, Southside Regional Medical Center (SRMC) is extending screening mammography hours at the SRMC Women’s Imaging Center located at 210 Medical Park Blvd., Suite 225, Petersburg, VA 23805 Current Hours For all Services: Monday – Friday 8am – 3pm New Hours for Screening Mammograms: Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm Thanks to patient and community feedback, SRMC is excited to offer extended hours to accommodate busy work schedules. Giving women extra time to focus on preventive ... ... Read More

The Virginia Department of Health issued a press release today informing people of a possible exposure to measles in the Northern Virginia area. More than 1,000 measles cases have been reported in the United States in 2019. At halfway through the year, this is already the greatest number of cases reported in a year in the U.S. in more than 25 years. “Measles is a viral illness that is easily spread through droplets in the air. Patients are contagious 4 days before the rash even starts which increases th... ... Read More

Southside Regional Medical Center (SRMC) has been recognized by the American Red Cross as one of its Premier Blood Partners for 2019, a prestigious honor, for its support of the community and national blood supply. Last year, SRMC helped the Red Cross collect 72 units of blood as part of its deep-rooted commitment to help save lives of patients facing illnesses and injuries in this community and across the country. Each donation can potentially save up to 3 lives. “This is a great accomplishment, and I ... ... Read More

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