GRHIC Hosts Summer Programs in Maternal Health and Pediatrics

September 20, 2024

The Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center hosted two summer experience programs for medical students with a focus on maternal health and pediatrics.

Faith in Rural Health’s Clinical Pastoral Orientation Program Graduates First Class

July 25, 2024

The Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center’s Faith in Rural Health (FIRH) program celebrated the first class of Clinical Pastoral Orientation (CPO) graduates. This innovative program is designed specifically for rural faith leaders who volunteer to serve as chaplains in their community hospitals.

Maternal Health Symposium Focuses on the Maternal Health Care Team

June 27, 2024

The 2024 Maternal Health Symposium held June 20, 2024 welcomed more than 100 of Georgia’s maternal health providers, educators, advocates and students.

Spotlight on Community Health: GRHIC PhD Research Assistants Complete Elbert Memorial Hospital Community Health Needs Assessment

June 27, 2024

The Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center (GRHIC) is proud to announce the completion of a comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) for Elbert Memorial Hospital in Elberton.

Life Care Specialist Program Debuts in Rural Georgia Hospitals

May 24, 2024

A Life Care Specialist is an important part of the care team for patients dealing with traumatic injuries, diseases, post-surgery recovery — all scenarios that involve significant pain and that can lead to one’s dependency on opioids.

Inaugural Maternal Health Observership Alum Reflects on Program Experience, Matches with OB/GYN Residency

April 19, 2024

Mercer University School of Medicine student Alicia Williams (’24), who inspired the launch of the Maternal Health Observership program, matched with an OB/GYN residency. She recalls her time in the six-week summer program.