Palmetto Care Connections

11/19/2025

Palmetto Care Connections was honored to present the 2025 Rick Foster Primary Care Telehealth Champion Award to Timothy Hensley, MD, MPS, FAAP, and C. Stuart Simko, MD, during the 13th Annual Telehealth Summit of South Carolina.

Both physicians with Prisma Health have demonstrated outstanding leadership in advancing telehealth within primary care, ensuring patients across South Carolina—especially in rural communities—can access high-quality, connected care.

🎥 View the award video: https://vimeo.com/1135497684
🎞️ Video Credit: SCETV

📸 Pictured: Dr. Timothy Hensley and Dr. C. Stuart Simko with Palmetto Care Connections CEO Kathy Schwarting and Board of Director members Danette McAlhaney, MD (Chairman, Bamberg Family Practice); Ann Lewis, MHA (CareSouth Carolina, Inc.); Meera Narasimhan, MD, DLFAPA (Treasurer, Prisma Health & University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia); and James McElligott, MD, MSCR (MUSC Health).
📸 Photo Credit: Julia Shillinglaw

11/18/2025

Cold & flu season is here — is your child cleared for School-Based Telehealth?

Parents of Bamberg County School District students:
If you haven’t completed your student consent form, do it now.

With School-Based Telehealth, your child can be seen by a provider from Bamberg Family Practice right at school — no need for you to leave work.
You can even join virtually.

✔️ Faster care
✔️ Little class time lost
✔️ No work time missed

📝 Submit your consent form today so your child is ready when they need it.
https://www.palmettocareconnections.org/telehealth/consents/bamberg/student/

11/17/2025

Palmetto Care Connections was honored to present The Honorable Mark M. Smith, South Carolina House of Representatives (Berkeley County), with the 2025 State Telehealth Legislative Champion Award during the 13th Annual Telehealth Summit of South Carolina.

A strong advocate for rural South Carolina and a dedicated supporter of telehealth, Representative Smith continues to champion policies that strengthen healthcare access for communities across the state.

🎥 View the award video: https://vimeo.com/1135507894
🎞️ Video Credit: South Carolina ETV

📸 Pictured: Representative Mark Smith with Palmetto Care Connections CEO Kathy Schwarting and Board of Director members Dannette McAlhaney, MD (Chairman, Bamberg Family Practice); Ann Lewis, MHA (CareSouth Carolina, Inc.); Meera Narasimhan, MD, DLFAPA (Treasurer, Prisma Health & University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia); and James McElligott, MD, MSCR (MUSC Health).
📸 Photo Credit: Julia Shillinglaw

11/17/2025

📸 POV: The Telehealth Summit through your lens.
Your photos say it all—connection, energy, and a whole lot of impact. 💙
Thank you to everyone who shared photos with us!

11/14/2025

Our team was in the Town of Kingstree on November 13th for another hands-on Digital Literacy Training with Williamsburg County residents. Twelve participants learned practical skills to feel more confident using their devices, staying connected, and accessing online services — including telehealth.

One participant said it best:
“This class was awesome… Telehealth seemed complicated at first, but after learning how to do a visit, it’s not as hard as I thought. I’ll be calling my doctor to schedule one.”

We’re proud to keep bringing these trainings, thanks to the South Carolina Telehealth Alliance, to communities across South Carolina.

11/14/2025

🌍 World Diabetes Day

Today we’re shining a light on Kamryn Williams, LPN, Telehealth Coordinator with PCC. Kamryn works hands-on with patients through Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), helping them track daily readings, stay connected to their care teams, and better manage their diabetes.

Telehealth and RPM make early detection and consistent support possible — and Kamryn helps make it work for families across South Carolina. 💙

11/13/2025

PCC recently visited the Allendale County Office on Aging to share quick, practical health checks with local seniors.

Kamryn Williams, LPN, provided diabetes education and blood pressure checks, while Caroline Warren helped attendees test their oxygen levels and heart rates.

We’re grateful for the chance to connect with the Allendale community and support seniors with simple, practical ways to stay on top of their health.

11/13/2025

🌟 It’s Nurse Practitioner Week — and we’re celebrating the dedicated professionals who make quality care more accessible through telehealth!

At Palmetto Care Connections, we’re especially grateful for nurse practitioners across South Carolina who use technology to connect with patients, improve outcomes, and strengthen rural healthcare.

💻 A special shout-out to Bretta Kittrell, FNP with Bamberg Family Practice, for her ongoing partnership and commitment to expanding access to care through telehealth. Your dedication makes a real difference every day!

11/13/2025

Good news for patients and providers—Medicare telehealth flexibilities have been restored.

The pandemic-era virtual care policies are back in place through Jan. 30. But short-term deals aren’t sustainable, telehealth advocates and providers say.

11/13/2025

🎃 The Palmetto Care Connections team had a great time recently at the Richard Carroll Elementary School PTO Fall Festival!

Caroline Warren and Kamryn Williams joined Bretta Kittrell, FNP from Bamberg Family Practice, to share information about local School-Based Telehealth services and clinic hours with parents—while keeping things fun with a game for the kids.

We’re proud to partner with Bamberg Family Practice and Bamberg County School District to make accessing care through telehealth easier than ever. 💻💙

11/13/2025

🎶✨ The 13th Annual Telehealth Summit of South Carolina wouldn’t have been the same without the incredible vendors who helped bring it all to life!
👏 Lloyd Sirmons with Your Event AV – for keeping every session running seamlessly with exceptional audio/visual support.
🍽️ SC Catering Company – for the outstanding food and service at our Networking Reception.
🎵 Corey Ramsey – for bringing great lunchtime energy with live music.
🎸 Dylan Carter Music – for entertaining guests with live music during the Networking Reception.
🎧 Music By Calvin – for keeping the crowd engaged as DJ and 360 Photo Booth host.
🎈 Majos Magic Decorations – for the eye-catching balloon arch that created the perfect backdrop for our picture area.

Your talents helped create three unforgettable days of connection, empowerment, and inspiration! 💙

11/12/2025

Congratulations to our partners at the South Carolina Telehealth Alliance on receiving the 2025 SC State Impact Award at the Alliance for a Healthier South Carolina’s Live Healthy Conference! 👏

This recognition highlights SCTA’s continued leadership in advancing telehealth and improving health outcomes across our state. We’re proud to collaborate alongside such dedicated partners who share our mission to expand access to care for all South Carolinians. 💻💙