In this episode of Medically Speaking, Dr. Thomas Valente (Ear, Nose & Throat) and Dr. Ingrid Valente (Pediatric Associates Greenwood) discuss their background, becoming part of the Greenwood community, and a little bit about their specialties.
Thank you all for your patience during the weekend of winter weather. Beginning tomorrow, Monday, February 2nd, all operations at the hospital and physician practices will be back to a normal schedule.
Temporary Visitor Guidelines During Increased Flu Activity
Due to a recent surge in influenza (flu) cases in the Lakelands area and across South Carolina, temporary visitor guidelines are in place at Self Regional Medical Center to help protect our patients, visitors, and care teams. These measures will remain in effect while flu activity is elevated.
Visitor guidelines
At this time, children 15 years of age and under are asked not to visit patients. Exceptions may be made in critical situations or special circumstances.
Visitors who are experiencing flu-like or respiratory symptoms are asked to please stay home.
Due to increased patient volumes in the Emergency Care Center (ECC):
Patients age 16 and older may have one visitor.
Patients under age 16 may be accompanied by two adults.
How you can help prevent the spread of flu
Practice good hand hygiene by washing hands regularly with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Wearing a surgical or procedural mask is recommended when visiting patients or entering patient rooms, especially for added protection.
These temporary guidelines are intended to reduce the spread of illness and ensure a safe environment for everyone. Our Infection Prevention team continues to monitor flu activity closely, and visitor guidelines will be adjusted as conditions improve.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to keep our community safe.
(Greenwood, S.C., December 5, 2025) We’re proud to celebrate our most recent DAISY and BEE Award recipients—team members who consistently show what it means to provide compassionate, patient-centered care. Recipients were nominated by patients, families, and colleagues, and chosen by a dedicated committee at Self Regional.
DAISY Award recipients: Meredith Overholt, RN – LDRP, McKensi Haynes, RN – LDRP, and Abigail Hershberger, RN – CICU
BEE Award recipients: Tamicka Mosely – 5T PCT, Robby Williamson – Security , and Merrill Doolittle – Transporter
Congratulations, and thank you for the incredible work you do!
Hear from Medical Oncologists and Hematologists Dr. Ruiling Yuan and Dr. Joanna Sadurski as they share their work at Self Regional Healthcare’s Cancer Center. Learn how our team provides comprehensive, compassionate cancer care close to home.
(Greenwood, S.C., August 19, 2025) We’re proud to celebrate our most recent DAISY and BEE Award recipients—team members who consistently show what it means to provide compassionate, patient-centered care. Recipients were nominated by patients, families, and colleagues, and chosen by a dedicated committee at Self Regional.
DAISY Award recipients: Mark Ashley – ICU, Brian Melvoen – 4T, and Ashley Tedards – LDRP
BEE Award recipients: Bridgette Smith – 8T MT, Therese Moore – Dietician, and Chaquita Minick – BHU PCT
Congratulations, and thank you for the incredible work you do!
In this episode of Medically Speaking, Dr. Viarda Polanco, pediatrician at Self Regional Healthcare, talks about what it means to care for children from infancy through adolescence. From building trust with young patients to helping parents navigate milestones and illnesses, Dr. Polanco offers a heartfelt look at the art and science of pediatric care.
In this episode of Medically Speaking, esteemed neurosurgeons Dr. John Cole IV, Dr. Sumeer Lal, and Dr. Michael Kilburn collaborate to unpack the latest in spine and neurological care at Self Regional Healthcare. They explore cutting‑edge techniques, regional initiatives in neurosurgery, and the evolving future of patient‑centered treatment in the Greenwood/Lakelands community.
In this episode of Medically Speaking, Dr. Matt Logan sits down with Dr. Ellur from Western Carolina Psychiatric Associates to discuss mental health awareness, depression and Ketamine treatment.
Medically Speaking #19
/in FeaturedIn this episode of Medically Speaking, Dr. Thomas Valente (Ear, Nose & Throat) and Dr. Ingrid Valente (Pediatric Associates Greenwood) discuss their background, becoming part of the Greenwood community, and a little bit about their specialties.
Winter Weather Updates
/in AnnouncementsThank you all for your patience during the weekend of winter weather. Beginning tomorrow, Monday, February 2nd, all operations at the hospital and physician practices will be back to a normal schedule.
Temporary Visitor Guidelines During Increased Flu Activity
/in AnnouncementsDecember 30th, 2025
Temporary Visitor Guidelines During Increased Flu Activity
Due to a recent surge in influenza (flu) cases in the Lakelands area and across South Carolina, temporary visitor guidelines are in place at Self Regional Medical Center to help protect our patients, visitors, and care teams. These measures will remain in effect while flu activity is elevated.
Visitor guidelines
How you can help prevent the spread of flu
These temporary guidelines are intended to reduce the spread of illness and ensure a safe environment for everyone. Our Infection Prevention team continues to monitor flu activity closely, and visitor guidelines will be adjusted as conditions improve.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to keep our community safe.
December 2025 DAISY & BEE Award Winners
/in Announcements, DaisyBee(Greenwood, S.C., December 5, 2025) We’re proud to celebrate our most recent DAISY and BEE Award recipients—team members who consistently show what it means to provide compassionate, patient-centered care. Recipients were nominated by patients, families, and colleagues, and chosen by a dedicated committee at Self Regional.
DAISY Award recipients: Meredith Overholt, RN – LDRP, McKensi Haynes, RN – LDRP, and Abigail Hershberger, RN – CICU
BEE Award recipients: Tamicka Mosely – 5T PCT, Robby Williamson – Security , and Merrill Doolittle – Transporter
Congratulations, and thank you for the incredible work you do!
Want to say thank you to a nurse or patient support staff team member who impacted you or a loved one? Click here to nominate a nurse for the DAISY Award or here to nominate a patient support staff team member for the BEE Award.
Medically Speaking #18
/in FeaturedHear from Medical Oncologists and Hematologists Dr. Ruiling Yuan and Dr. Joanna Sadurski as they share their work at Self Regional Healthcare’s Cancer Center. Learn how our team provides comprehensive, compassionate cancer care close to home.
August 2025 DAISY & BEE Award Winners
/in Announcements, DaisyBee(Greenwood, S.C., August 19, 2025) We’re proud to celebrate our most recent DAISY and BEE Award recipients—team members who consistently show what it means to provide compassionate, patient-centered care. Recipients were nominated by patients, families, and colleagues, and chosen by a dedicated committee at Self Regional.
DAISY Award recipients: Mark Ashley – ICU, Brian Melvoen – 4T, and Ashley Tedards – LDRP
BEE Award recipients: Bridgette Smith – 8T MT, Therese Moore – Dietician, and Chaquita Minick – BHU PCT
Congratulations, and thank you for the incredible work you do!
Want to say thank you to a nurse or patient support staff team member who impacted you or a loved one? Click here to nominate a nurse for the DAISY Award or here to nominate a patient support staff team member for the BEE Award.
Medically Speaking #17
/in FeaturedIn this episode of Medically Speaking, Dr. Viarda Polanco, pediatrician at Self Regional Healthcare, talks about what it means to care for children from infancy through adolescence. From building trust with young patients to helping parents navigate milestones and illnesses, Dr. Polanco offers a heartfelt look at the art and science of pediatric care.
Medically Speaking #16
/in FeaturedIn this episode of Medically Speaking, esteemed neurosurgeons Dr. John Cole IV, Dr. Sumeer Lal, and Dr. Michael Kilburn collaborate to unpack the latest in spine and neurological care at Self Regional Healthcare. They explore cutting‑edge techniques, regional initiatives in neurosurgery, and the evolving future of patient‑centered treatment in the Greenwood/Lakelands community.
Medically Speaking #15
/in FeaturedIn this episode of Medically Speaking, Dr. Matt Logan sits down with Dr. Ellur from Western Carolina Psychiatric Associates to discuss mental health awareness, depression and Ketamine treatment.
Spring 2025 DAISY & BEE Award Winners
/in Announcements, DaisyBeeAward recipients are nominated by patients, families and colleagues, and are then selected by a committee of nurses at Self Regional.