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Mary Telfair Women's Hospital at St. Joseph's/Candler, 5353 Reynolds Street, Savannah, GA (2025)

08/25/2025

You've probably heard about RSV associated with babies and young children. But did you know adults can get respiratory syncytial virus?

“It’s very, very serious in babies, but we also know it can attack adults too,” says Dr. Francisco Fantauzzi, St. Joseph’s/Candler primary care physician in Plaza C at the St. Joseph’s Hospital campus. “Usually young people with a complete, healthy immune system, they get a cold and it goes away. But older people, people with diabetes, heart disease, lung disease or any condition that weakens the immune system, they will likely suffer more.”

RSV is a virus that attacks the respiratory system. It basically starts by destroying the walls of the alveoli in the lungs.

Learn more about diagnosing and treating RSV at the link in the comments.

08/24/2025

Concussions should be taken seriously and never ignored.

“It is a brain injury,” says Caroline Brif, lead certified athletic trainer who currently treats patients at St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network – Bone, Joint & Muscle Care with Dr. Steven Greer. “One of the key pillars we talk about is recognizing it, and in sports, removing the athlete from play because the threat of getting hit a second time is when you can have lasting, significant brain damage. So it’s very important to recognize when someone has signs of a concussion.”

Learn the signs at https://www.sjchs.org/resource-hub/blogs/blog-detail/living-smart-blog/2024/08/12/education-may-be-the-best-tool-to-protect-against-concussions

08/23/2025

Have you been told you have uterine fibroids or ovarian cysts? Your physician may recommend surgery. The good news is that today's minimally-invasive laparoscopic and robotic procedures have patients home sooner and healed more quickly.

“I am able to see things magnified much more than the naked eye,” says Dr. Andres Montes, an OB/GYN with St. Joseph’s/Candler. “With the instruments themselves, I am able to have more mobility than my own hands.

At St. Joseph’s/Candler, we have the latest robotic technology in the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System. By providing surgeons with high-definition visualization and precision replication of the surgeon’s movements, the da Vinci Surgical System makes it possible for surgeons to perform complex procedures using minimally-invasive techniques, resulting in numerous potential patient benefits.

More at https://www.sjchs.org/resource-hub/blogs/blog-detail/living-smart-blog/2023/03/20/what-is-benign-gynecological-surgery

08/23/2025

Meet Charles Drown, RN. He works with patients diagnosed with aortic stenosis who may be candidates for TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement). He coordinates their testing and gets all the diagnostic work done for the cardiologist and surgeon to review.

"My main thing is patient care. I like to see and help patients get better, and at the same time, make the family feel comfortable. But, my big joy is seeing patients come in sick; we give them the latest care, and then we see them walk out a different person. I enjoy seeing that.

"A lot of folks (who get TAVR) can have severe breathing issues. Once they wake up from anesthesia after the procedure, they notice an immediate impact; they can breathe easier. We see them one week after for a follow up and one month after, and then we bring them in one year after. So we get to see patients improve and most of them have great outcomes.

See profiles of our coworkers at https://www.sjchs.org/healthcare-professionals/nursing/spotlight-on-our-nurses/charles-drown

08/22/2025

St. Joseph’s/Candler is bringing more doctors to the region by creating a new physician residency program seeded by a $10 million grant from the state of Georgia.

This represents a natural expansion for the largest health system in the region, which for years has been reaching into underserved areas to bring top-quality healthcare and technology closer to where people live and work.

Beginning in 2027, the two initial tracks of the new residency program will focus on the vital need for primary care physicians: Internal Medicine and Family Medicine. There will be a total of 48 residency slots at capacity. It will expand to other residencies, such as cardiology fellowship, increasing the number of residents to 60.

“This is a sentinel moment for St. Joseph’s/Candler to offer a residency program, the final and most important step in a physician’s education,” said Paul P. Hinchey, President & CEO of St. Joseph’s/Candler. “That is when a physician really hones his or her skills and commits to their chosen specialty. The health system has a wealth of experienced and expertly-trained physicians that can guide these new doctors into exceptional clinicians. We believe this program will make a significant dent in the doctor shortage Georgia is facing, incentivizing these physicians to stay in Georgia, giving our patients better access to care. I want to thank Speaker of the House Jon Burns, Chairman Butch Parrish and the whole Chatham County delegation for securing this grant to help SJ/C bring this important program to our community and our state.”

Learn more at https://www.sjchs.org/news/news-list/2025/08/22/st.-joseph-s-candler-to-launch-medical-residency-program-in-2027

08/21/2025

If you feel a lump during a self-breast exam or get a call that something was spotted on a mammogram, don't panic.

You could have a benign breast condition that is not life-threatening and is not cancer.

Generally speaking, benign breast disease is a group of conditions that involve breast changes that are not malignant. These changes can be found on imaging, felt during self-breast exams or discovered following breast discomfort.

Benign breast disease is very common. In fact, the team at Telfair Breast Surgery at St. Joseph’s/Candler sees more benign breast conditions than cancer, says Candace Walton, nurse practitioner at Telfair Breast Surgery.

“Normally, it starts with imaging, Sometimes it does start with generalized breast pain or they feel a mass,” Walton says. “A lot of patients may have their first mammogram that shows something in their breast that’s been there for a long time, and they just didn’t know it. It gets flagged, such as a cyst, but a large majority of them are benign cysts.”
Learn more about these common, non-cancerous conditions at https://www.sjchs.org/resource-hub/blogs/blog-detail/living-smart-blog/2024/08/08/what-is-benign-breast-disease

08/21/2025

The number of people younger than 50 dying from colon cancer is on the rise. In fact, colon cancer is now the No. 1 cause of cancer deaths in men younger than 50, and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women younger than 50.

“That is concerning,” says Dr. Ajaz Bulbul, medical oncologist with St. Joseph’s/Candler Infusion Center in Hinesville, a partnership with the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion and Liberty Regional Medical Center.

“When I saw the numbers it was very concerning because the rate in cancer deaths in people over 60 has been coming down for many years now, but in the young, the instances are going up. I was completely shocked.”

The numbers are so eye opening that it is now recommended you start colon cancer screening at age 45 as opposed to 50 if you are average risk. That means you don’t have a first-degree relative (father, mother, sibling) with a history of colorectal cancer.

If you are high-risk (family history of colon cancer, hereditary cancer carrier), you may need to start screening before 45. The recommendation is to have a colonoscopy 10 years prior to your first-degree relative’s cancer. Meaning, if your father was diagnosed at age 50, you should start screening at 40.

Learn more at https://www.sjchs.org/resource-hub/blogs/blog-detail/living-smart-blog/2024/03/20/fact-colonoscopy-saves-lives

08/20/2025

If a child is diagnosed with a condition that requires surgery, the family can carry a lot of anxiety over not knowing what to expect.

At St. Joseph’s/Candler, we have a trained team of experts in place to help children get back to the playground sooner following surgery. Our medical staff performs a variety of pediatric surgeries such as ear, nose and throat, dental and orthopedic procedures.

Pediatric surgeries are performed at Candler Hospital, the SJ/C Pooler Campus and the Surgical Specialty Center. At St. Joseph’s Hospital, we do procedures on those 12 years and older.

Stefanie Reed is the surgical services clinical practice coordinator for St. Joseph’s/Candler. She outlines 10 things parents can expect when their child has surgery at St. Joseph’s/Candler: https://www.sjchs.org/resource-hub/blogs/blog-detail/living-smart-blog/2025/08/20/ten-things-parents-can-expect-when-their-child-has-surgery-at-st.-joseph-s-candler

08/19/2025

Like diamonds? Get your tickets now for this year's Dazzling Diamond Dig!

For just $25, you can purchase a ticket to be entered into a drawing fora beautiful diamond pendant and a matching bangle bracelet courtesy of Harkleroad Diamonds & Fine Jewelry. This year's winner will receive a flex white 14 karat bangle bracelet with 2.98 round diamonds and a 1.15 carat natural pear shape G-H S1 diamond in a 14 karat white gold pendant. Total value: $11,550.

The drawing will take place the day of the luncheon. You do not have to be present to win. Purchase your ticket by filling out this form: https://www.sjchs.org/about-us/foundations/foundations-events/smartwomen/smartwomen-diamond-dig

08/18/2025

Do you find yourself constantly feeling tired after lunch? Does brain fog frequently creep in? While fatigue can be an underlying symptom of an illness or medical condition, a lot of the times it’s based on lifestyle.

“When patients say they need help with low energy, my first question is, ‘How are you sleeping?’” says Dr. Rusty Harrington, primary care physician at the St. Joseph’s/Candler Primary Care office on the Islands. “If you are not sleeping, that’s where it starts.”

In addition to sleep, there are other lifestyle factors that can affect our energy levels – anytime of the day. Dr. Harrington goes over them and offers some tips that can hopefully give you a boost.

More at https://www.sjchs.org/resource-hub/blogs/blog-detail/living-smart-blog/2025/02/18/feeling-lethargic--especially-after-lunch--try-these-tips

08/17/2025

How does stress affect your heart health? More research is needed to determine the direct impact on stress and heart disease. However, researchers know there is a clear indirect impact.

“We know people that have a lot of stress tend to have higher blood pressure and cholesterol,” says Dr. Jonathan Lanham, a cardiologist with St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network- SouthCoast Cardiology. “They are more likely to smoke, drink and not get physical activity and that ends up indirectly leading to a higher propensity for heart disease.”

Additionally, some people may experience headaches, back aches or stomach pains due to stress. Stress also can zap your energy, disrupt your sleep and leave you feeling moody, forgetful or even out of control.

Dr. Lanham teaches all his patients: Life’s Essential 8, a list of lifestyle changes developed by the American Heart Association for achieving excellent cardiovascular health. More at https://www.sjchs.org/resource-hub/blogs/blog-detail/living-smart-blog/2025/02/25/how-stress-can-impact-your-heart-s-health

08/15/2025

Meet Sonja Butterfield, patient care technician in the St. Joseph’s Hospital pre-screening department for surgery. Sonja has worked here for 44 years. When she started, her position was called nursing assistant. She later trained to become a PCT when that position was created, being one of the first PCTs trained and working at St. Joseph’s Hospital. In her day-to-day role, Sonja is responsible for meeting with patients who are having surgery the next day to a month later (that’s up to the doctors). She makes sure blood is drawn and sent off for lab work. She performs EKGs on patients and files any paperwork. Sonja also makes sure patients feel prepped and as comfortable as possible for their upcoming surgery.

“I like helping people. I’ve always especially liked helping elderly people and talking to them. It’s a good feeling to help. When I first started, I wasn’t sure if I would like it, but once I got into it, it was a good fit so I’ve stayed for the last 44 years. I like that everybody helps each other and works together so well. It’s been a blessing to work here. My mom worked here for 24 years as what they called back then a med tech. This was my way to follow in her footsteps. I also like the morals of the hospital. It’s just a great place to work.”

Meet other featured co-workers on our website: https://www.sjchs.org/home/about-us/our-coworkers

08/12/2025

Your due date is a few weeks away. Have you thought about what to pack? The good news is there’s no need to over think it, and there’s certainly no need to over pack.

08/06/2025

When learning to breastfeed, you'll want to watch carefully for baby’s cue – a sign – indicating when he or she is hungry. It could be smacking of the lips, putting the hands in the mouth or routing around like a baby bird. Feed as soon as the baby starts to cue and feed as often as baby cues, says Shanna James, registered nurse and certified lactation consultant at the Telfair BirthPlace.

You want to make sure you are feeding baby frequently. The golden rule that you just might hear over and over again at the Telfair BirthPlace: “Eight times or more in 24.” Meaning at least eight feedings in a 24-hour window.

More tips on breastfeeding at https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2023/08/02/five-tips-to-be-successful-at-breastfeeding

07/07/2025

If your baby is born prematurely or develops a problem after birth, your newborn most likely will require a stay in our Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Candler Hospital. It can be a scary and unexpected experience for parents, but we have a highly-trained and compassionate staff around the clock to take care of your baby.

That includes neonatologists. A neonatologist is a specialty trained physician to care for the most vulnerable and sick babies, whether born prematurely or one who develops a condition that needs special care following birth, explains Dr. Corrine Nelson, neonatologist and medical director of the NICU at Mary Telfair Women’s Hospital at St. Joseph’s/Candler.

“If a baby has a problem in delivery, we bring them up to the Special Care Nursery, and we admit them and get them whatever they need whether it’s respiratory support, nutritional support or antibiotics if they need it,” Dr. Nelson says. “That’s one of the benefits of us being here.”

More at https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2022/12/15/what-is-a-neonatologist

06/30/2025

Pregnant this summer? OB/GYN Dr. Ashley Hunsuck offers tips for finding relief from discomfort.

“When you are pregnant, everything becomes more vascular and sensitive in general,” Dr. Hunsuck says. “I recommend trying to stay as cool as you can and use fans and keep cool towels nearby.”

When a pregnant woman’s body temperature gets too hot, she may feel dizzy and woozy, even nauseous sometimes, and it could get to the point where she passes out. During pregnancy, you ideally do not want your body temperature to exceed 100 degrees, Dr. Hunsuck says. That’s when those dizzy feelings could start to creep in.

More at https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2023/07/25/pregnant-this-summer-here-are-10-tips-to-stay-hydrated

06/23/2025

A birth plan is a way to communicate your wishes to the nurses and doctors who care for you during labor. It can include who you want to be present during labor, pain relief methods and much more. Have your birth plan in place well before your due date and be sure to bring it with you when it’s time to deliver.

To help you with your birth plan while preparing for your child’s birth, here are eight frequently asked questions and answers expecting parents should be aware of: https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2024/06/06/what-to-expect-during-labor-and-delivery

06/15/2025

It’s a common complication of pregnancy, and yet there’s little known about the cause or a possible cure.

Gestational hypertension, also known as preeclampsia, is a condition that can develop in pregnant women usually brought on by high blood pressure and protein in the urine. It occurs in about one out of every 25 pregnancies and is frequently seen in pregnant women who deliver at the Mary Telfair Women’s Hospital.

While common, untreated preeclampsia can lead to serious or even fatal complications for both mother and baby. This is why routine pre-natal care is so important.

“We have the testing ability and the criteria to diagnose gestational hypertension, and we know how to help pregnant women manage it,” says Dr. Andres Montes with St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network – OB/GYN. “But what we don’t know yet is the exact cause. Similarly, we don’t know for certain why it appears to be more prevalent in younger generations.”

More about diagnosis and treatment at https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2024/06/13/the-known-and-unknown-of-preeclampsia-in-pregnant-women

06/09/2025

An ectopic pregnancy, which develops outside of the uterus, happens in about two percent of all pregnancies. The most common place the embryo implants is in the fallopian tube; however, an ectopic pregnancy can happen anywhere in the abdomen where there is a blood source, explains St. Joseph’s/Candler OB/GYN Dr. Jerry Lucas.

In an ectopic pregnancy that occurs within the fallopian tube, there may be enough blood supply very early in the pregnancy, but not enough to support a growing pregnancy that should be inside the uterus, Dr. Lucas says. Additionally, the fallopian tube is about the size and thickness of a couple noodles of linguine, he describes, and therefore can extend a bit but not to the full term. If an ectopic pregnancy is not discovered and the baby continues to grow in the fallopian tube, it can rupture and cause internal bleeding.

“That’s when it becomes a surgical emergency. You are bleeding inside, and you can actually die from it,” Dr. Lucas says. “So from that standpoint, it’s really important to identify an ectopic pregnancy as early as possible because you want to treat it before it gets to the seriousness of rupturing.”

More at https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2023/05/23/what-is-an-ectopic-pregnancy

06/05/2025

“Really, less is more. Some people bring two or three suitcases, but remember, it’s not that large of a space,” says LaCameo Miller, Telfair BirthPlace nurse and educator at St. Joseph’s/Candler.

Miller, who’s been a Telfair BirthPlace nurse since 2007, is here to help. She suggests thinking practical and pack the essentials that will be helpful and help keep mom, baby and your support partner comfortable.

For example, mom can’t eat while she’s waiting to deliver or in the process. But she can have something like a lollipop, so you may want to pack that. Also, mom’s lips tend to get very dry, so Miller suggests bringing some lip balm.

And think of dad too. Mom may not be able to eat before delivery, but dad may want to pack a snack or two. Just keep it in mind that rooms don’t have refrigerators so think of foods like nuts and crackers, Miller suggests.

Here are some of things to consider for pre-delivery: https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2024/06/04/printable-list-what-to-pack-for-labor-and-delivery

05/15/2025

One of the most common side effects of pregnancy is back pain. It’s unpredictable and often unpreventable. Most pregnant women should expect to experience back pain at some point in their pregnancy, says Brandy Aliotta, family nurse practitioner in the St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network – OB/GYN practice of Dr. Katherine Bebeau, Dr. Michelle Gainty and Dr. Aariel Dees.

“It won’t last the entire nine months, but most women at some point do experience back pain,” Aliotta says. “It can happen in any trimester too. It’s not just towards the end when you are the largest. Actually some women feel their best at the very end.”

Aliotta offers lots of ideas for treating pregnancy back pain at https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2025/05/15/12-ways-you-can-manage-back-pain-during-pregnancy

05/11/2025

Hearing loss is actually the most frequent health condition in newborns, including 20 times more prevalent than sickle cell disease. That’s why in states like Georgia, Universal Infant Hearing Screening following birth is required.

“It is something important to catch early because if you can’t hear and no one knows it, you are not going to learn speech and language,” says Kathy Dement, clinical audiologist with St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for Oto-Neurology. “If you don’t learn speech and language, you can’t learn to read, can’t learn to communicate. We don’t want that, and if we can diagnose hearing loss early, ideally within the first three months of life, there are treatment options.”

More at https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2024/04/23/universal-infant-hearing-screening-is-done-hours-after-birth-detects-hearing-loss-early

05/07/2025

“Exercise during pregnancy has been proven to decrease pain and discomfort throughout pregnancy,” says Dr. Ashley Hunsuck, an OB/GYN at Savannah OB/GYN. “The patients I see that are truly active throughout pregnancy rarely speak to the discomforts other woman say they experience in pregnancy.”

More at https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2024/04/02/should-i-exercise-during-pregnancy

04/21/2025

When you visit with an obstetrician while trying to get pregnant, the physician can evaluate your overall health and help you manage any pre-existing conditions that could lead to a high-risk pregnancy.

“First thing I tell people is when you are thinking about pregnancy, come in and see us,” advises Dr. Aariel Dees, St. Joseph’s/Candler OB/GYN. “There are many things we can discuss so you are at your optimal health.”

More at https://www.sjchs.org/living-smart-blog/blog-details/blog/2024/09/26/tips-for-a-healthy-pregnancy-and-successful-delivery

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