More than $1 million in Lights of Love donations have made an impact on cancer patients and their families since its inception 40 years ago. This year is no different, as gifts will benefit the Oncology Wellness Center, where cancer patients and survivors benefit from wellness classes and support groups. A symbolic light of love …
Albany, GA | April 28, 2023 – Robert Cornejo’s interest in healthcare started when he was just nine years old and his grandfather suffered a fall that left him with serious injuries. “I wanted to be able to do something to help him,” Robert said. A couple of years ago when his grandfather’s condition worsened, Robert …
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Albany, GA | March 10, 2022 – Phoebe and Albany Technical College (ATC) are expanding their partnership to substantially increase the number of nursing students at the college. The goal is to increase the number of annual spots in the ATC Associate of Science Nursing (ASN) program to 120 for the Fall 2022 semester. “Even before …
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Why Nursing
The Nursing Crisis in Georgia The shortage of nurses is severe and only getting worse. According to the Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA), by 2033 there will be a shortage of 180,000 nurses nationwide and Georgia will have one of the worst shortfalls. This unsustainable trend requires a bold and visionary response. Phoebe has …
Albany, GA | February 17, 2024 – The largest and most comprehensive health system in southwest Georgia and a historically Black medical school have agreed to a partnership to expand the pipeline of physicians, promote wellness and transform health care in the region. On Monday, leaders from Phoebe Putney Health System (PPHS) and Morehouse School …
Health indicators such as life expectancy and infant mortality have generally improved over the years for most Americans. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “some people from racial and ethnic minority groups experience a disproportionate burden of preventable disease, death and disability.” This certainly isn’t a new problem. In 1915, renowned …
Albany, GA | March 18, 2021 – Phoebe and Albany State University (ASU) are launching a new innovative partnership designed to spur interest in healthcare careers among high school students across the region and significantly expand ASU’s nursing and emergency medical technician (EMT) programs to accommodate additional students. This initiative is the latest in a series of …
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Employee Recognition
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Tracy Suber
Tracy Suber, EdD Vice President of Education Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Tracy Suber is currently the Vice President of Education at Phoebe. Prior to her tenure at Phoebe, she served as Assistant Dean in Nursing at Darton State College, where she was instrumental in development of their RN to BSN program. Dr. Suber received her …
Fill Out And Submit Your Nomination Form Honor the compassion and care nurses provide their patients every day with the DAISY Award! Patients, visitors, nurses, physicians, and employees are welcome to nominate a deserving Phoebe nurse for the DAISY Award. Fill out the Online nomination form below.
Americus, GA | January 10, 2025 – Tomomi Colquitt, a Phoebe Sumter Medical Center nurse in the Cardiac Care unit is the latest DAISY Award Winner for her dedication to patient care. A recent DAISY Award nomination highlighted her efforts to ensure a patient’s comfort during a difficult episode of severe pain and cramping. According to …
Albany, GA | January 14, 2026 – The Phoebe Simulation & Innovation Center was granted Provisional Accreditation by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH). This prestigious recognition reflects Phoebe’s commitment to advancing healthcare education, patient safety, and workforce development through innovative simulation-based training. Opened in May 2020, the Simulation & Innovation Center spans 22,000 …
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