News Summary
East Georgia Regional Medical Center (EGRMC) is marking its 25th anniversary, highlighting its significant impact on healthcare in Statesboro. Since opening in 2000, EGRMC has transformed into a key healthcare provider, handling around 300,000 patient encounters annually. The hospital has invested heavily in technology, specialty services, and community care, totaling over $100 million in charity care last year. As it celebrates this milestone, EGRMC is committed to enhancing healthcare access and quality for the community.
Statesboro Celebrates a Milestone in Healthcare
Statesboro, GA – East Georgia Regional Medical Center (EGRMC) is celebrating 25 years of service to the community, marking a significant transformation in healthcare for Statesboro and its surrounding areas. Since its opening on July 14, 2000, with the transfer of six ambulances from Bulloch Memorial Hospital, EGRMC has evolved into a prominent healthcare hub, handling approximately 300,000 patient encounters each year.
The journey to the establishment of EGRMC began in October 1995 when Health Management Associates, Inc. acquired Bulloch Memorial Hospital and recognized the need for a new facility. In 1996, the site for the hospital was selected along Highway 67, and it received a Certificate of Need in 1997. EGRMC opened its doors as a 233,000 square foot facility, featuring intensive care units, a Women’s Pavilion, a pediatric unit, advanced imaging technologies, and a helistop for emergency transportation.
Over the past quarter-century, EGRMC has solidified its role as a regional healthcare leader with an economic impact of $214 million. Its Emergency Department is one of the busiest in the area, reporting 51,500 visits in the last year, showcasing the community’s reliance on its services.
Community Impact and Services
In 2024 alone, EGRMC provided $100 million in charity and uncompensated care, ensuring that patients are treated regardless of their financial situation. The facility made significant investments in 2024, totaling over $12 million, which included the addition of new surgical suites and robotic surgery equipment that cater to various medical specialties.
EGRMC has expanded its specialty services to include cardiology, vascular surgery, bariatric surgery, orthopedic surgery, wound care, and obstetrics. Diagnostic capabilities have grown as well, now offering 3D mammography, 128-slice CT scanning, PET scans, MRIs, and telemedicine services for telestroke and teleneurology, thus enhancing the quality and accessibility of care for patients.
Employment and Education
With a workforce of over 1,000 employees and 70 healthcare providers, EGRMC stands as one of the largest employers in the region, boasting an annual payroll of $96 million. The hospital also contributes significantly to local education by training over 400 healthcare students per semester in collaboration with local educational institutions, thereby supporting the future of healthcare in the community.
In terms of local contributions, EGRMC paid $9.65 million in taxes in 2024, helping to fund community schools and infrastructure projects that benefit the broader population.
Commitment to Quality and Future Goals
EGRMC is recognized nationally for its commitment to safety and quality, holding accreditations from The Joint Commission and the American College of Cardiology. Looking ahead, the hospital has outlined plans to add two additional operating rooms, expand cardiac catheterization lab services, and renovate the Emergency Department to meet the increasing healthcare demands of the community.
Through these ongoing investments in technology and patient care services, EGRMC aims to enhance healthcare access and maintain its promise of providing high-quality care, encapsulated in its motto: “Every Patient, Every Time, Always.”
As EGRMC celebrates this important milestone, it continues to be a critical asset to Statesboro and the surrounding areas, embodying growth and innovation in the healthcare landscape.
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