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Delivers essential medical services and broad impact to the larger community NATCHEZ, MS - April 11, 2024-- Over the course of 2023, Merit Health Natchez played a vital role helping people get well and live healthier at more than 91,000 patient encounters across its hospital, Merit Health Medical Group physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. At more than 18,000 emergency department visits each year, lifesaving medically necessary care is provided for all patients regardless of their abilit... ... Read More
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Delivers essential medical services and broad impact to the larger community Over the course of 2023, Merit Health Biloxi played a vital role helping people get well and live healthier at more than 103,000 patient encounters across its hospital and growing network of Merit Health Medical Group physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. At more than 25,000 emergency department visits each year, lifesaving medically necessary care is provided for all patients regardless of their ability to pay.... ... Read More
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Leslie Jefferson didn’t expect her evening out to dinner would actually be an evening at the ER. But she’s still grateful. The Mississippi Gulf Coast resident tripped and took a hard fall, which left her bleeding and in pain. “But from the moment I arrived at the emergency room, I felt a sense of relief,” she said. “There was almost no wait in the lobby, and the response was prompt. Everyone I encountered -- from front desk staff and nurses to the doctor and the X-ray tech -- was incredibly kind and att... ... Read More
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Over the course of 2023, Merit Health played a vital role helping people get well and live healthier at more than 501,000 patient encounters across its hospitals and growing network of Merit Health Medical Group physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. At more than 89,000 emergency department visits each year, lifesaving medically necessary care is provided for all patients regardless of their ability to pay. Members of the community who cannot fully afford their medical care are provided d... ... Read More
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Merit Health recently held its second annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive, benefitting the Mississippi Food Network. In celebration of National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2, Merit Health partnered with local businesses and organizations to help fight hunger in Central Mississippi, and through those efforts nearly 5,000 jars, more than 5,300 pounds, of peanut butter were donated to the Mississippi Food Network. Joining Merit Health in the Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive were Ergon, Pafford... ... Read More
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For the second year in a row, Merit Health found a unique way to thank the medical staff for National Doctors' Day. The Jackson area hospitals are expressing gratitude by directing contributions towards their chosen local charities in honor of their physicians. National Doctors’ Day serves as a moment to acknowledge physicians for their expertise, selflessness, and dedication to the community. And true to their character, Merit Health physicians chose to support local organizations instead of accepting ... ... Read More
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Mayor Dan Gibson and City of Natchez Join our Efforts NATCHEZ, Miss. – March 20, 2024 – Merit Health Natchez invites community members to join the hospital’s efforts to fight hunger by participating in the second annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive benefitting the Natchez Stewpot, and the food pantries at Pilgrim Baptist Church and Natchez First Assembly of God. Peanut butter is a sought after item for food banks because of its high nutritional value and long shelf life. Yet, it is one of the least ... ... Read More
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Merit Health Biloxi proudly announces they are now accredited by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation Program (GEDA). Attaining this accreditation reinforces the commitment to personalized and comprehensive healthcare. Recognizing that "one size ED doesn’t fit all," Merit Health Biloxi's Geriatric Accredited ED is designed to meet the unique needs of the senior population. The ED healthcare team at Merit Health Biloxi has received additional tr... ... Read More
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Board certified cardiologist Alfredo Figueroa, M.D., has joined Merit Health in Flowood. Dr. Figueroa has a long-standing presence in our local medical community and brings with him a wealth of experience in the field of cardiology, having served patients in our area for many years. Dr. Figueroa focuses on the functions and disorders of the heart and circulatory system. His experience encompasses routine and preventive cardiac care, alongside the management of chronic cardiovascular conditions, ensuring... ... Read More
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Flowood, MS (March 1, 2024) – Merit Health invites community members to join our efforts to fight hunger in Central Mississippi by participating in the second annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive, benefitting the Mississippi Food Network. Peanut butter is a sought after item for food banks because of its high nutritional value and long shelf life, yet it is one of the least donated items. The Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive kicks off on March 4 and will run through March 22. Joining Merit Health in ... ... Read More
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