Medically Speaking #13

In this episode of Medically Speaking, Dr. Matt Logan sits down with two of Self Regional Healthcare’s expert physicians, Dr. Santosh Swaminathan, MBBS, and Dr. Katherine Johnson, M.D. Together, they explore the challenges and solutions for achieving healthy weight loss, discussing surgical options, the role of medications like weight loss injections, and the importance of a personalized approach to health.

Lights for Love 2024 Fundraising Campaign


The holiday season is a time to reflect on the warmth, generosity, and care that bind us together. At Self Regional Healthcare, our mission has always been to extend compassion and healing to all who walk through our doors. This year, the Self Regional Healthcare Volunteer Auxiliary invites you to share in that mission through our Lights for Love fundraising campaign.

Together, we’re raising funds for a new golf cart that will ease the journey of patients and visitors, offering a welcoming ride from the parking lot to the hospital doors. Your gift will provide comfort and care to those who need it most, ensuring their first steps onto our campus are met with ease and kindness.

Our goal is to raise $15,000, with donations accepted through New Year’s Day. Every gift, no matter its size, becomes a part of our mission to provide a welcoming and compassionate experience to those we serve. To donate, click here.

We also hope you’ll join us in celebrating this season of giving at our annual tree lighting ceremony on Thursday, December 5th, at 5:30 PM on the front lawn of Entrance A.

Hurricane Helene Updates

At Self Regional Healthcare, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and the communities we serve, even in the most challenging circumstances. Like many of you, our organization is affected by the widespread power outages and property damage caused by Hurricane Helene.

Below is important information to help keep you and your family updated. We will update this page as additional information is available.

Important Oxygen Equipment Information

We understand that power outages pose a significant concern for those dependent on oxygen equipment. To ensure your needs are met, please be aware of the South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) Care Line. This resource can help connect you with local oxygen resources during the storm.

To access the Care Line:

  • Call: 855-472-3432
  • Press: Option 3

If you or someone you know requires oxygen and is affected by the outage, do not hesitate to reach out for assistance.


Community Resources

Greenwood County SC Government 

Valuable updates about food distribution, disaster assistance, safety notices, cleanup progress reports, etc. 

And, here are links to the latest Greenwood County storm management updates:

 United Way of the Lakelands

If you or someone you know has disaster-related needs, please call the United Way Resource Hub! The Hub is there help with food, shelter, supplies, and more. Call: 864-854-9038.

Post-storm community resources, volunteer opportunities:

And, info about emergency resources for those needing assistance:

CPW and Duke Energy

The latest news about power restoration efforts:

Duke Energy Outage Map:

CPW Power Restoration Map:

FEMA Disaster Assistance

With the President’s approval of a major disaster declaration, Greenwood County residents impacted by Hurricane Helene can apply for financial assistance to jumpstart their recovery. If you’ve been affected, you may be eligible for FEMA Disaster Assistance.

3 ways to apply:

We want everyone to stay safe and secure during this time. Please use this resource as needed and continue to follow local authorities’ guidance as the situation develops.

September 2024 DAISY & BEE Award Winners

Award recipients are nominated by patients, families and colleagues, and are then selected by a committee of nurses at Self Regional.

Medically Speaking #12

In this episode of Medically Speaking, Dr. Matt Logan sits down with Stephanie Smith, PharmD, BCCCP, Pharmacy Residency Program Director at Self Regional Healthcare, and current resident Kyli Latimer, PharmD. They discuss the Pharmacy Resident Program (PGY-1), offering insights into the training, experiences, and opportunities available for pharmacy residents. If you’re considering a career in pharmacy or want to learn more about the PGY-1 program, this episode provides an in-depth look at the valuable role pharmacy residents play in healthcare.

Self Regional Healthcare’s Heart and Vascular Center earns three stars in Vascular Quality Initiative Registry Participation Award Program

VQI’s registries contain demographic, clinical, procedural and outcomes data from more than 1,000,000 vascular procedures performed in the United States, Canada and Singapore. Each record includes information from the patient’s initial hospitalization and at one-year follow-up.

Self Regional Healthcare Partners with Strom Thurmond High School to Launch Innovative Career Academy

(Johnston, SC – May 23, 2024) Self Regional Healthcare and Strom Thurmond High School (STHS) have embarked on a groundbreaking partnership, signed on May 15, 2024, to align student career aspirations with community workforce needs. This partnership establishes Self Regional Healthcare as the title sponsor and community partner for the Strom Thurmond Human Services and […]

Local Oncologist Named Advocacy Champion By the Association for Clinical Oncology

Throughout the past year, Dr. Yuan has actively engaged in advocacy efforts including the ACT-Network and meetings with lawmakers from South Carolina. Additionally, she is a PAC (ASCO Association Political Action Committee) contributor.

Family Medicine Residency Ties for Number One Nationally in Board Scores

SRH tied for first place with Kaiser Permanente Family Medicine Residency in San Diego, California, marking it among the nation’s elite programs. Only eight programs nationwide have attained an average score exceeding 600, highlighting the exceptional quality of SRH’s education and training.

Self Regional Medical Center Patient Tower

Self Regional Nurses Honored with Palmetto Gold Awards

This award, given by the South Carolina Nurses Foundation, is a prestigious recognition given to South Carolina nurses who demonstrate outstanding performance in nursing and dedication to the nursing field and is achieved through an annual nomination and selection process involving nurses from diverse care backgrounds across the state.