Category: News & Events
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EHS Celebrates National Nursing Care Week
In recognition of National Nursing Care Week, we would like to share this letter from our CEO to our nursing staff: Dear Nursing Staff Embracing your power and using it for good is a truly transformative act—one that changes not only lives, but entire systems. That transformation begins with each of you. As nurses, you
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Introducing Pediatric ENT Surgery
Pediatric ENT Surgery is Here When we opened our Pediatrics Center in 2023, we made a promise to expand access to specialized pediatric services. Today, we’re proud to deliver on that promise. Effingham Health System is pleased to introduce Pediatric Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Surgery—led by one of the region’s most respected otolaryngologists. Our
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Gears & Grub 2025 turned passion for cars into support for local healthcare
The 6th annual Gears & Grub Food Truck and Car Show event roared into action, bringing car enthusiasts, families, and community supporters together with an estimated attendance of over 4,000 people for an unforgettable day of horsepower, entertainment, and fundraising! This year’s event was more than just a car show—it was a powerful fundraiser in support
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Bank of Newington Donates $200,000 to Effingham Health System Through Georgia HEART and Georgia Rural Hospital Income Tax Credit
Local families will benefit from the generosity of Bank of Newington, which is donating $200,000 to Effingham Health System through Georgia HEART in 2025. The Georgia HEART program facilitates donations made through the 100% Georgia Rural Hospital Tax Credit. Bank of Newington recently presented the check in a ceremony at the hospital. Presenting the check
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EHS President and CEO Dr. Fran Witt Recognized as a 2025 Woman of Distinction
Dr. Fran Witt, Administrator of Effingham Care and Rehabilitation Center and President and CEO of Effingham Health System, was announced today as a 2025 inductee into the Hall of Honor in the annual McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards program. The program recognizes nineteen outstanding top women leaders in the skilled nursing, senior living, and home care
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Par For a Purpose Effingham Health System Foundation’s Par for a Purpose Golf Tournament Scores Big for Healthcare Initiatives
Effingham Health System Foundation launched its “Strive for $5 Million” capital campaign in early 2025 to support the expansion of three high-demand healthcare service lines: cancer care, pediatrics, and senior care. Par for a Purpose Golf Tournament was founded this year by the Foundation to raise campaign funds and awareness among business and community leaders. Participants
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Cardiologist’s Advice at Heart Health Lunch & Learn, “Eat less. Move more.”
At Effingham Cardiology’s Heart Health Lunch & Learn event, our Board Certified Interventional Cardiologist answered the question he often hears from patients: “What can I do to live longer?” His advice? “Eat less and move more.” Dr. Kendall Griffith explained how your weight, what you eat, and how much you move impact heart health and
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Effingham Health System continues to invest in technology with its new, state-of-the-art MRI.
Effingham Health System has upgraded to a new state-of-the-art MRI. This upgrade provides a more comfortable experience• Significantly faster scan times• Whisper-quiet scanning• Roomier, open-bore design Enjoy satellite radio to create a relaxing environment and a personal headset to communicate with your technologist at any point during treatment. Our new MRI provides high-resolution, sharp, and
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EHS Foundation Hosts “Vision of Excellence” Fundraising Gala
We thank the sponsors, donors, and 150 guests who made our Foundation’s first major charity gala since 2019, Vision of Excellence, a resounding success. It was a night filled with tears, joy, and generosity. After sharing the need to expand several in-demand service lines, the EHS Foundation announced plans to launch a Strive for Five capital campaign.
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EHS Cuts Ribbon for Effingham Behavioral Health Center
EHS Cuts Ribbon for Effingham Behavioral Health Center Heading: Effingham Health System Opens Game-Changing Behavioral Health Center Include logo attached.Use copy below and photo gallery: Springfield, GA— Effingham Health System officially opened its new Behavioral Health Center on Wednesday, October 9th. This game-changing milestone in Effingham Health System’s transformational journey is a partnership between Effingham Health System and Savannah’s Curtis