Thirteen years ago, Michelle and Ronnie Wheeler welcomed their twin boys, Henry and Will, into the world at just 28 weeks gestation at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Henry weighed 2 pounds 4 ounces, and Will, due to intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) and low blood flow, weighed only 1 pound 8 ounces. Henry spent six weeks …
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Americus, GA| March 19, 2025 – Samuel Mercer’s journey from bellhop to a beloved legend at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center is a testament to his remarkable perseverance and passion for helping others. Phoebe Sumter recently honored Mercer for his 50 years of service to the Americus hospital. “Samuel has been serving our hospital and this …
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Albany, GA | April 24, 2025 – “Making Lives Better. Together.” – a marketing campaign highlighting the unique personal relationships between Phoebe patients and their providers – has been recognized with a national healthcare marketing award. The series of television commercials, print and digital ads, and billboards was honored as Marketing Campaign of the Year …
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Albany, GA | May 1, 2025 – James and Linda Harper rarely left the home they had shared for decades in east Albany. Linda’s diabetes wasn’t well-controlled, and after she got dizzy one day and suffered a serious fall, James was afraid to leave her alone. “My wife is diabetic. She’s had cancer twice, then …
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Worth – If you live in or around Worth County, you don’t have to drive out of town or wait days or weeks for an appointment for certain important outpatient services. Phoebe Worth has you covered if you need lab work, rehabilitation services or advanced imaging. Go Inside Phoebe or call 229-776-6961 to learn more about …
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Jace and Rylee Kate
Kevin and Laura Butler were shocked and overwhelmed when Laura, pregnant with twins, had a placenta abruption at home, 26 weeks into her pregnancy. After rushing to their local hospital in Thomasville, Laura was immediately taken for a c-section because her son’s (Jace) heart rate was declining. On February 12, 2021, Jace was born weighing …
SYLVESTER, GA | September 8, 2025 – Phoebe has expanded its network of urgent care clinics by opening a new location in Sylvester. The facility will provide residents in Sylvester and surrounding areas with convenient access to high-quality, prompt medical care. Phoebe and community leaders took part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday afternoon to commemorate …
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Phoebe Boutique Cancer Care Coordinator and Cancer Survivor Inspires Hope for Breast Cancer Patients
Albany, GA | October 13, 2025 – For Monique Wilson, as the Cancer Care Coordinator for the Phoebe Cancer Center Boutique it’s more than a job; it’s a calling rooted in compassion, survival, and purpose. Wilson, a nine-year breast cancer survivor, understands firsthand the emotional and physical journey the patients she serves face. Diagnosed in …
Albany, GA | November 18, 2025 – Healthy meals are crucial to maintaining healthy families. With grocery prices remaining high and government food assistance payments delayed for many Georgians, Phoebe is helping bridge the gap. Phoebe presented $10,000 checks to four organizations that provide healthy food to southwest Georgians in need, offering timely assistance ahead …
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Albany, GA | December 10, 2025 – On Saturday, December 6, more than 700 runners and walkers participated in the 37th Annual Jingle Bell Jog at Tift Park, raising funds for Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) programs at Phoebe, which support care for local children across the NICU, Pediatrics, Outpatient Therapy, and Emergency Services. Rain fell for days leading …
Albany, GA | February 20, 2026 – Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital has again earned the highest rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for its patient care and outcomes in isolated coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) procedures. The distinguished three-star rating denotes the highest category of quality and places Phoebe among the elite for …
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Sylvester, GA | March 10, 2026 – Community support through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program continues to strengthen Phoebe Worth Medical Center as statewide participation in the tax credit program accelerates significantly in the new year. As of early March, nearly $15 million in 2026 HEART (Helping Enhance Access to Rural Treatment) tax credits have …