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Memorial Health University Medical Center

Memorial Health University Medical Center (MHUMC) is a 711-bed hospital in Savannah, Georgia.

We opened our doors in 1955 and have evolved into the most advanced healthcare provider in the region. This site is the only official page of Memorial Health University Medical Center and Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah. Our mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life. Since becoming part of HCA Healthcare in 2018, Memorial Health has continued to make a positive impact in the 35+ counties it serves across southeast Georgia and southern South Carolina. In addition to Memorial Health University Medical Center, the Memorial Health network of care includes the Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah, Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia, GA, primary and specialty care doctors, business services and Consult-A-Nurse®️️, our 24-hour call center. We also have a major medical education program that trains residents in numerous specialties. Memorial Health aims is to provide a culture of caring for both our patients and colleagues.

12/13/2025

Congratulations to Dr. David Newton, electrophysiologist at Memorial Health’s Heart & Vascular Institute. He recently performed his 1,000th left atrial appendage closure. This procedure is used to reduce the risk of stroke in AFib patients; it also usually eliminates the need for blood thinners. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YpbPTV

12/12/2025

Join us in welcoming dual board-certified pediatrician and internal medicine physician, Dr. Emily "Millie" Zealy, to the Memorial Health University Physicians in Richmond Hill. Dr. Zealy specializes in providing care for infants, children and adolescents. She is also a lactation consultant and is passionate about women's health needs. As an internal medicine physician, her adolescent patients are able to continue receiving care from Dr. Zealy as they reach adulthood.

Learn more about Dr. Zealy at: https://www.memorialhealth.com/physicians/profile/Dr-Emily-Zealy-MD and call (912) 756-2292 for an appointment.

12/11/2025

Memorial Health and our parent company, HCA Healthcare, are proud to partner with Galen College of Nursing to bring a new nursing school to southeast Georgia. Together, we are investing in the future of nursing.

12/10/2025

Chest pain feels different for everyone – it can be a dull ache or a sudden, sharp stabbing sensation. Regardless of how it feels, it’s important to take chest pain seriously. If the discomfort sticks around, it could be a sign of a more serious, potentially life-threatening condition like a heart attack or a blood clot.

Last year across our broader HCA Healthcare network, our emergency rooms saw nearly 838,000 visits related to cardiac complaints. You know your body better than anyone. If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts. And if your chest pain is severe or accompanied by any of the symptoms shown here, seek emergency care immediately. If you experience a life-threatening event, Memorial Health's emergency department is ready to give you prompt medical attention. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3XKnzAj

12/09/2025

Congratulations to Dana LaGana, physical therapist in our Pooler outpatient rehabilitation department. She is our most recent Extra Mile Award recipient. She was nominated by a patient’s family member. The nomination read, “My daughter was struggling with severe neck pain, migraines, and other health issues. Dana immediately made her feel heard, offered helpful suggestions, and provided her with exercises and relief. Her care and compassion have made such a difference. Dana gave her advice and practical action steps during her ongoing medical crisis. I don’t know how we would have gotten through these challenging months without Dana.”

Dana, thank you for the difference you make for our patients. Congratulations on being selected for our Extra Mile Award.

Our Extra Mile Award recognizes colleagues who go above and beyond their job duties to create an exceptional patient experience. You can nominate a colleague for this award at: https://bit.ly/3OIerFC

12/08/2025

If you’re not feeling merry and bright this holiday season, you’re not alone. The holidays can be a joyful time, but they can also bring anxiety and emotional strain. Knowing the symptoms of depression can help you recognize when you’re feeling more than seasonal stress.

If you’re struggling with depression, these tips from the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) may help you manage it better so you can enjoy holiday festivities:

🎯 Be aware of your personal triggers.
✍️ Try journaling or writing a gratitude list to shift your perspective.
📅 Do your best to avoid overscheduling – it’s okay to say no.
🛑 Set boundaries with people who make you feel negative emotions.
🧘 Make time for relaxation, deep breathing or meditation to help ease stress.
🍷 Drink in moderation as alcohol can amplify negative emotions.

If you live in the U.S. and you’re in emotional distress or concerned about a loved one, you can also call or text the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or start a live chat with a crisis counselor at 988Lifeline.org any time, day or night.

12/06/2025

While the holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, it can take a toll on your . According to the American Heart Association more people have heart attacks between late December and early January than any other time of year. This may be due to stress, disrupted routines, indulgent meals and less time for rest and exercise. If you saw a loved one collapse from cardiac arrest, would you know how to respond?

In this video, representatives from our HCA Healthcare family and the American Heart Association demonstrate how to perform , which involves these simple steps:

📱 Call 911 immediately.
✋ Place your hands in the center of the chest and push hard and fast.

Through our collaboration with the American Heart Association, HCA Healthcare is enhancing heart health across the country by leading nationwide education initiatives that promote heart-healthy habits, CPR training and awareness of warning signs of heart issues.

Learn more about Hands-Only CPR from the American Heart Association: https://bit.ly/49WHT8Q

12/05/2025

Our neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is "Leveling Up" to provide the absolute highest level of care for our tiniest patients!

We are proud and excited to announce Memorial Health's NICU has earned the designation of a Level IV neonatal intensive care unit by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the Georgia Department of Public Health.

Memorial Health is the first and only Regional Perinatal Center/Birthing Hospital to be designated as an AAP-accredited Level IV Neonatal Center in the state of Georgia. This means our dynamic multidisciplinary team is able to provide the highest level of care for premature and critically ill newborns.

Today, our team celebrated this accomplishment with cake and sparkling grape juice toasts! Watch Dr. Brad Buckler, Memorial Health Medical Director for Level IV NICU, tonight on WSAV News 3 On Your Side and WJCL News as he explains this well-deserved designation.

12/04/2025

Did you happen to see a big red sleigh today? It was Santa, his elves and several colleagues from Atlanta Gas Light making a special visit to our Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah. They delivered thousands of toys, games, crafts and a new mobile bedside gaming system which were donated throughout the year by their colleagues. A HO HO HO thank you to Atlanta Gas Light for helping to brighten the holiday season for the past 10 years for our pediatric patients and their families.

12/03/2025

First responders save lives every day, but they don't often get to meet the person once they have recovered. Today was one of those special days. When Andrea Howard woke up feeling poor and her right arm was uncomfortable, her husband called 9-1-1. Within minutes, Chatham Emergency Services first responders Jennifer Fields and Evan Clark arrived and provided life-saving care enroute to Memorial Health's emergency room. Today, the pair reunited and were awarded Memorial Health's Great Save for their quick actions.

12/02/2025

The Grinch, Cindy Lou Who and Max the Dog brought smiles and laughter to our patients at the Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah today. The trio are members of the Coastal Academy of Performing Arts and are performing "The Grinch" this holiday season.
Thanks for visiting our patients and their families - and 'break a leg." And if you do, remember our Emergency Department provides 24/7 emergency care for individuals of all ages. In addition to adult care, we have a dedicated ER for newborns and children, as well as devoted trauma and stroke centers.

11/30/2025

At Memorial Health’s Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), we provide complete care for premature babies from 22 weeks to term. Dr. Brad Buckler, NICU medical director, shares the importance of having high-level care available for premature infants in southeast Georgia in this WTOC Live Healthy segment: https://bit.ly/48pZm70

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4700 Waters Avenue
Savannah, GA
31404

Telephone

(912) 350-8000

Website

http://www.memorialhealth.com/

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This site is the only official page of Memorial Health University Medical Center. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911. If you need to reach our patient care services, call 912-350-8581. Memorial Health University Medical Center (MHUMC) is a 630-bed academic hospital in Savannah, Georgia. We opened our doors in 1955 and have evolved into the most comprehensive healthcare provider in the region. We are a regional referral center for cardiac care, cancer care, trauma, pediatrics, high-risk obstetrics, and neonatology. Our hospital includes the region's only Level 1 trauma center, the only Level III NICU, the region's only children’s hospital, and the Savannah campus of Mercer University School of Medicine. Memorial Health University Medical Center serves a 35-county area in southeast Georgia and southern South Carolina. In addition to MHUMC, our system includes physician networks, business and industry services, and NurseOne, our 24-hour call center. We also offer a major medical education program that provides physician residency training in diagnostic radiology, family medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, and surgery.