SouthCoast Health has added three new physicians to its roster of board-certified medical experts: new  family medicine physician, a cardiologist, or a pediatrician.

Dr. Rebecca Sellers (Family Medicine) practices at the Richmond Hill campus, Dr. Jonathan Lanham (Cardiology) sees patients in Building 2 at the Savannah campus, and Dr. Blaine Crosland (Pediatrics) joins the SouthCoast Health Pediatric Team in Richmond Hill .

With the addition of these physicians, SouthCoast Health now has more than 120 healthcare providers on staff. This allows SouthCoast Health to offer a breadth of care under one banner, and an immense amount of convenience for new and current patients.

Read more here.

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Every year, Howard Family Dental in Pooler hosts its annual Free Day of Dentistry on the Friday before Thanksgiving as a way to give back and show appreciation for the community.

This year, Howard Family Dental’s Free Day of Dentistry will be Fri. Nov. 22 2019 @  Howard Family Dental’s Pooler office, 91 Brighton Woods Drive. The event is open to both children and adults.

The first 250 people that arrive will receive one free service of their choosing- a cleaning, filling, or extraction. Tickets will be handed out starting at 6:30AM with the event officially kicking off at 7AM and ending at 4PM. Last year, Howard Family Dental’s Free Day of Dentistry served over 180 people and completed an estimated $57,000 worth of services.

For more information and directions, please visit the website at www.howardfamilydental.com or call (912) 629-9000.

Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah is excited to announce their new partnership with CURE Childhood Cancer.

Quality mental health care is essential for the treatment and well-being of oncology patients and their loved ones.

Water’s Edge Counseling looks forward to providing individual and group therapy to cancer patients and their families.

To learn more about the benefits of therapy for cancer patients, click here.

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912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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As a parent and pediatrician, SouthCoast Health pediatrician Dr. Nelson Elam understands the importance of finding a balance between having a great time and the ensuring your kids stay safe while they are out trick-or-treating.

Dr. Elam shares tips on Halloween safety here including what to do if your child has food allergies.

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SouthCoast Health Pediatrics locations

Savannah: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Savannah
Eisenhower Drive Medical Center
310 Eisenhower Dr, Bldg 16
912.303.3500

Richmond Hill: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Richmond Hill
St. Joseph’s / Candler Medical Office Park
10055 Ford Ave,Ste 4A
912.527.5352

Rincon: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Rincon
814 Towne Park Dr East
912.826.4866

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Despite the fact that mental health disorders are one of the most common diseases among children, the idea of mental health advocacy for our children is still pretty rare.

Read here  how Dr. Keith Seibert and his wife, Dr. Heather Seibert, both pediatric advocates at SouthCoast Health in Richmond Hill, helped one 11-year-old girl who was struggling with mental illness including anxiety and ADHD.  Learn more here. 

SouthCoast Health Pediatrics locations

Savannah: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Savannah
Eisenhower Drive Medical Center
310 Eisenhower Dr, Bldg 16
912.303.3500

Richmond Hill: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Richmond Hill
St. Joseph’s / Candler Medical Office Park
10055 Ford Ave,Ste 4A
912.527.5352

Rincon: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Rincon
814 Towne Park Dr East
912.826.4866

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Many children have feelings of fear about Halloween.

Read here to find out some tips from Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah for easing your child’s fears about this upcoming holiday.

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Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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You & your family are invited to partake in this kid-friendly community event: 5K Celebration Run 2019 on Sat. Nov. 9 2019 hosted by Girls on the Run of the Coastal Georgia & Lowcountry.

Each season, Girls on the Run celebrates girls completing the Girls on the Run curriculum with a 5K which they have been training for, learning life skills, conflict resolution, relationship building, & how to make intentional decisions, all with a running component!

Community runners are invited come out for this FUN RUN in Savannah.

8:30AM registration & games
10AM start for the Happiest Run In Town

Registration before 10/31/19 for $30 guarantees your t-shirt, finishers metal, & ALL the fun.
After 10/31/19 it will be $35 & T-shirts will be on a first come first serve.

REGISTER ONLINE HERE. 

Questions? Email chris.carpentino@girlsontherun.org.

Fall 2019 Celebration 5K
@Savannah State University
3219 College St. Savannah
Sat. Nov. 9, 2019
8:30AM-1PM
Hosted by Girls on the Run of Coastal Georgia and Lowcountry

REGISTER ONLINE HERE. 

SouthCoast Health primary care physician, Dr. Rebecca Marshburn Sellers shares tips here on how to keep our kids healthy during the school year in Savannah.

Dr. Sellers shares how to reduce your child’s chances of getting contagious conditions such as head lice and conjunctivitis (pink eye) and how to combat classroom germs.

Learn more here.

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What steps can you take to create a lifestyle with minimal anxiety?

Find out here as we dive into healthy lifestyle habits that lead us to an anxiety-free lifestyle in in Water’s Edge Counseling’s latest blog post in the series “All About Anxiety.”

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Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy in Savannah will offer FREE  speech therapy, occupational therapy and autism screenings @ at their Pooler location on Fri. Oct 18, 2019, 9AM-Noon.

No appointments.  Screenings will be on a first come, first serve basis.

Frequently-asked questions:

*What is the difference between a screening and an evaluation?
-A screening is a tool used to determine whether there is a need for further, more comprehensive assessment. An evaluation uses formal, standardized measures to determine the presence and severity of a delay or disorder.

-*What happens if my child fails the screening?
If your child fails the screening, then a full evaluation will be recommended. You have the choice to complete that evaluation completed at Chatterbox or Joye Psychology or with a different provider of your choosing.

FREE Developmental Screenings: Speech/Occupational Therapy & Autism
Fri. Oct. 18, 2019, 9AM-Noon
Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy
110 Pipemakers Cir, Ste 115
Pooler, GA 31322

Learn more here.

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Find out tips for managing your anxiety in Water’s Edge Counseling’s latest blog post in the series “All About Anxiety.”

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Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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SouthCoast Health Pediatrics in Richmond Hill welcomes a new pediatrician to their team: Dr. Kimberly Crosland.

Learn more about Dr. Crosland here. 

Dr. Crosland received her bachelor of science in education, exercise, and sport science, magna cum laude, at the University of Georgia in Athens, GA. She completed her doctor of medicine at the Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, GA and had her pediatric residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham in Birmingham, AL.

During her education and previous career experience as a pediatric hospitalist and newbornist as well as a clinical assistant professor, Dr. Crosland received multiple awards and honors, such as the letters of commendation in neonatology, general pediatrics, emergency medicine, and primary care clinic. She has research experience with infant feeding and body composition lab, and she has led poster presentations in the same subject.

SouthCoast Health Pediatrics, Richmond Hill
St. Joseph’s / Candler Medical Office Park
10055 Ford Ave,Ste 4A
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
912.527.5352

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Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy in Savannah will offer FREE  speech therapy, occupational therapy and autism screenings @ at their Pooler location on Fri. Oct 18, 2019, 9AM-Noon.

No appointments.  Screenings will be on a first come, first serve basis.

Frequently-asked questions:

*What is the difference between a screening and an evaluation?
-A screening is a tool used to determine whether there is a need for further, more comprehensive assessment. An evaluation uses formal, standardized measures to determine the presence and severity of a delay or disorder.

-*What happens if my child fails the screening?
If your child fails the screening, then a full evaluation will be recommended. You have the choice to complete that evaluation completed at Chatterbox or Joye Psychology or with a different provider of your choosing.

FREE Developmental Screenings: Speech/Occupational Therapy & Autism
Fri. Oct. 18, 2019, 9AM-Noon
Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy
110 Pipemakers Cir, Ste 115
Pooler, GA 31322

Learn more here.

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You & your kids are invited to FREE Family Fitness Day @ Hyperformance Athletics in Savannah.

It starts with an adult class at 9AM, the monthly First Saturday Friend Fest followed by a free nutrition seminar, Food As Fuel. During the seminar there will also be a FREE kids’ class for kids in 1st – 5th grades from 10:15 to 11AM.

Free First Saturday

On the first Saturday of every month, Hyperformance Athletics invites all of Savannah to come sweat with them. We kick off right at 9 AM. These workouts are adaptable for everyone. Bring a smile and be prepared to have some fun. Come see why Hyperformance Athletics is the BEST gym in Savannah.

Upcoming free classes

9-10AM Sat. Nov 2 2019
9-10AM Sat. Dec. 7 2019

Hyperformance Athletics
904 E 70th St.
Savannah, Georgia 31405

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Dr. Patricia P. Shapiro, who practices at SouthCoast Health Imaging’s Savannah and Hilton Head locations, asserts the benefits of mammography in response to nutritionist Carolyn Guilford’s “Toward True Health” column that ran on earlier this year, under the headline, “Thermography a better alternative.”

In this column, Guilford makes a number of incorrect assertions and provides questionable medical guidance with respect to the use of mammography and thermography in detecting breast cancer, writes Shapiro.

Read the article here.

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“Many people ask themselves how to know when anxiety has become a problem or at what point they should seek therapy. Read here to find out more about the symptoms of anxiety and when it is helpful to reach out for help.”

Click here to read the answers to these questions and more about anxiety in the first blog in the Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah “All About Anxiety” series.”

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Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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Pediatrician searching in the Savannah or Pooler area?

The above is a review of Coastal Pediatrics, which has offices in Savannah & Pooler. Learn more about Coastal Pediatrics here.

Coastal Pediatrics- Savannah
2 Wheeler Street
Savannah, GA 31405

Coastal Pediatrics- Pooler
1000 Towne Center Blvd
Building 1000B
Pooler, GA 31322

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Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy in Savannah will offer FREE  speech therapy, occupational therapy and autism screenings @ at their Pooler location on Fri. Oct 18, 2019, 9AM-Noon.

No appointments.  Screenings will be on a first come, first serve basis.

Frequently-asked questions:

*What is the difference between a screening and an evaluation?
-A screening is a tool used to determine whether there is a need for further, more comprehensive assessment. An evaluation uses formal, standardized measures to determine the presence and severity of a delay or disorder.

-*What happens if my child fails the screening?
If your child fails the screening, then a full evaluation will be recommended. You have the choice to complete that evaluation completed at Chatterbox or Joye Psychology or with a different provider of your choosing.

FREE Developmental Screenings: Speech/Occupational Therapy & Autism
Fri. Oct. 18, 2019, 9AM-Noon
Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy
110 Pipemakers Cir, Ste 115
Pooler, Georgia 31322

Learn more here.

SouthCoast Health medical experts share Five Key Health Tips for Women on National Women’s Health and Fitness Day here.

As women, we need to focus on our physical health, particularly as we reach our 40’s and 50’s. Often, at that time in many our lives, we are so focused on the health of those around us. But in addition to managing the health of our kids and partner, it’s important for us to remember to take care of ourselves as well.

Check out the five key health tips for women here. 

About SouthCoast Health

Whether you are looking for a primary care doctor or a pediatrician, or another medical specialist, SouthCoast Health has you covered with its wide range of world-class healthcare services, available throughout the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. SouthCoast Health has 120 physicians and medical professionals in 18 locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Rincon, Baxley, Bluffton, Hilton Head, and Hinesville.

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Do you find yourself feeling anxious, worried, or overwhelmed about the future?

When does anxiety become a problem? How is anxiety best treated?

Click here to read the answers to these questions and more about anxiety in the first blog in the Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah “All About Anxiety” series.”

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Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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Spine health experts @ SouthCoast Health in Savannah remind parents that your child could be doing more harm than good by improperly wearing their backpack.

Above are some “dos” and “don’ts” to help ensure your little one’s spine isn’t experiencing any damage this school year.

Learn more here. 

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Have you ever wondered if therapy could benefit your child or teen?

With anxiety and depression on the rise among children and teenagers, more and more families are turning to therapy to help their little kids and their big kids discover and establish a healthy and new normal in their lives.

Click here to find out more about Child and Teen Therapy @ Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah/

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Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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Water’s Edge Counseling Spotlight

In the spotlight this week is Katie Clay. Katie has her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Columbus State University. She has experience working with children, teens, and adults. Katie works with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and trauma.

She also works with couples, military families, and those seeking a Christian perspective in their therapy. Katie uses techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Prolonged Exposure Therapy in her sessions. In her free time, Katie enjoys spending time with her family and two beautiful daughters.

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Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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Water’s Edge Counseling Spotlight

In the spotlight this week is Amanda Baskin @ Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah 

Amanda is a native of Savannah and has her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Georgia. She has experience working with children, teens, and young adults in individual and group settings. Amanda is passionate about strengthening families and enjoys working with the parents of her clients to strengthen the family unit. She utilizes Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy in her sessions. In her free time, Amanda enjoys walking on the beach and spending time with her family and friends.

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Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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