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CareSouth Carolina Names Nick Johnson Employee of the Year

CareSouth Carolina Names Nick Johnson Employee of the Year

CareSouth Carolina has named Nick Johnson, Deputy Director of Maintenance, as its Employee of the Year for 2025, recognizing his consistent dedication, leadership, and genuine care for both colleagues and the communities the organization serves.

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CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Teresa Ford, MSW, LISW-CP, as School-Based Behavioral Health Counselor

CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Teresa Ford, MSW, LISW-CP, as School-Based Behavioral Health Counselor

Cheraw, S.C. — CareSouth Carolina is proud to welcome Teresa A. Ford, MSW, LISW-CP, EMDR-trained therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, to its team of dedicated behavioral health professionals.

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CareSouth Carolina Celebrates CEO Ann Lewis for 45 Years of Service and Leadership

CareSouth Carolina Celebrates CEO Ann Lewis for 45 Years of Service and Leadership

CareSouth Carolina is celebrating a historic milestone as Chief Executive Officer Ann Lewis marks 45 years with the organization—a tenure defined by growth, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to the communities she has served.

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CareSouth Carolina’s Rosa Lee Gerald Office Spreads Holiday Cheer to Local Families

CareSouth Carolina’s Rosa Lee Gerald Office Spreads Holiday Cheer to Local Families

CareSouth Carolina’s Rosa Lee Gerald office is always looking to spread cheer, especially during the holiday season.

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CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Dr. Jane LaRoche as Internal Medicine Care Provider

CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Dr. Jane LaRoche as Internal Medicine Care Provider

CareSouth Carolina is proud to welcome Dr. Jane LaRoche, MD, FACP, to its team, where she will provide internal medicine care with a special interest in geriatrics. She will practice at the Bishopville office.

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CareSouth Carolina Announces Saturday Hours for CSC Community Pharmacy in Hartsville

CareSouth Carolina Announces Saturday Hours for CSC Community Pharmacy in Hartsville

CareSouth Carolina is expanding access to care with the introduction of Saturday hours at its CSC Community Pharmacy in Hartsville. 

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Offices Closed Tuesday, December 16, 2025 for Site Meeting

All CareSouth Carolina offices will be closed on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 for a Site Meeting.

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CareSouth Carolina Generates More Than $191 Million in Economic Impact in 2024

CareSouth Carolina contributed an estimated $191.3 million to the local economy, fueled by job creation, direct spending, healthcare savings, and expanded support for underserved populations, according to a comprehensive assessment performed by Capital Link.

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CareSouth Carolina Offices Closed Nov. 27 & 28 for Thanksgiving

CareSouth Carolina Offices Closed Nov. 27 & 28 for Thanksgiving

All CareSouth Carolina offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28, 2025 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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October 2025 Employee of the Month - Hope Hurst

October 2025 Employee of the Month - Hope Hurst

CareSouth Carolina is thrilled to announce Hope Hurst, Population Health Specialist, as our October 2025 Employee of the Month!

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CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Dr. Michael Chandler to the Rosa Lee Gerald Center

CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Dr. Michael Chandler to the Rosa Lee Gerald Center

SOCIETY HILL, S.C. — CareSouth Carolina is pleased to welcome Dr. Michael Chandler, M.D., to its team of dedicated providers at the Rosa Lee Gerald Center in Society Hill.

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CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Dr. Valarian Bruce to Hartsville Family Practice

CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Dr. Valarian Bruce to Hartsville Family Practice

CareSouth Carolina is excited to welcome Dr. Valarian Bruce, MD, MHS, BS-PT, MRO-C, FAAFP, to Suite A of the Hartsville office. Dr. Bruce brings years of medical experience, a deep commitment to patient care, and a strong passion for serving the community.

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CareSouth Carolina Supports “No Shave November” to Raise Awareness for Men’s Health

CareSouth Carolina Supports “No Shave November” to Raise Awareness for Men’s Health

CareSouth Carolina is taking part in No Shave November, a month-long campaign that encourages men to put down their razors and focus on raising awareness for health conditions that impact them most—particularly cancer, heart disease, and mental health.

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CareSouth Carolina’s Kaitlin Hughes Honored With Statewide Telehealth Award

CareSouth Carolina’s Kaitlin Hughes Honored With Statewide Telehealth Award

CareSouth Carolina is proud to announce that Kaitlin Hughes, Director of Mobile and Telehealth Services, has been awarded the Telehealth Trailblazer Award from Palmetto Care Connections. This award recognizes a leader in South Carolina who is advancing telehealth innovation, strengthening partnerships, and expanding access to care for rural and underserved communities.

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CareSouth Carolina Expands Miles of Smiles Program Through New Partnership with BCBS and MUSC

CareSouth Carolina Expands Miles of Smiles Program Through New Partnership with BCBS and MUSC

CareSouth Carolina is proud to announce a new partnership between its Dental Department, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, and Medical University of South Carolina aimed at expanding access to early childhood oral health care.

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CareSouth Carolina Hosts Successful Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat in Hartsville

CareSouth Carolina Hosts Successful Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat in Hartsville

HARTSVILLE, S.C. — CareSouth Carolina brought the community together for a morning filled with fun, health, and fellowship during its Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat event held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at its Hartsville medical center.

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September 2025 Employee of the Month - Nick Johnson

September 2025 Employee of the Month - Nick Johnson

CareSouth Carolina is thrilled to announce that Nick Johnson, Deputy Director of Maintenance, has been named our September Employee of the Month!

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CareSouth Carolina McColl Office Helipad Serves Community in Life-Saving Transport

CareSouth Carolina McColl Office Helipad Serves Community in Life-Saving Transport

CareSouth Carolina’s McColl office helipad was used this week to airlift a local community member in need of urgent medical care. With Marlboro County lacking a hospital, having immediate access to air transport is a critical resource for residents when every second counts.

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August 2025 Employee of the Month - Melissa Brock

August 2025 Employee of the Month - Melissa Brock

Congratulations to Clara “Melissa” Brock, our Population Health Specialist at the Chesterfield location, as our August Employee of the Month!

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CareSouth Carolina Patient Bishopville Staff Member for Compassionate Care

BISHOPVILLE, S.C. – CareSouth Carolina takes pride in being a “health care home” for the communities we serve, providing compassionate and patient-centered care.

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CareSouth Carolina Is Proud To Celebrate Teheleath Awareness Week

CareSouth Carolina is proud to join organizations across the nation in recognizing the 5th annual Telehealth Awareness Week, September 14–20, 2025.

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CareSouth Carolina Earns Joint Commission Accreditation Once Again, Continuing Legacy of Excellence

CareSouth Carolina has once again been awarded full accreditation from The Joint Commission, one of the nation’s most respected organizations for healthcare quality and safety.

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National Suicide Prevention Month: A Time to Reach Out and Support One Another

September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, spreading hope, and reminding our communities that help is always available.

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CareSouth Carolina Honors Les Baker with Community Partnership Award

CareSouth Carolina Honors Les Baker with Community Partnership Award

CareSouth Carolina presented Les Baker, Co-Founder of Piece of Work, with its Community Partnership Award in recognition of his generosity and creativity that brought a meaningful addition to the Society Hill Community Garden.

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CareSouth Carolina Celebrates National Community Health Worker Awareness Week

CareSouth Carolina is proud to recognize the first-ever National Community Health Worker Awareness Week (NCHWAW), a nationwide campaign celebrating the vital role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in improving health outcomes and strengthening communities.

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CareSouth Carolina Expands Free Prescription Delivery to Marlboro County

CareSouth Carolina Expands Free Prescription Delivery to Marlboro County

CareSouth Carolina is excited to announce that residents of Marlboro County can now have their prescription medications delivered directly to their homes at no cost, thanks to a new service offered by the CSC Community Pharmacy.

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July 2025 Employee of the Month - Dana Steen, FNP-C

July 2025 Employee of the Month - Dana Steen, FNP-C

We are thrilled to announce that Dana Steen, FNP-C, from our Chesterfield location is the July Employee of the Month! 🥳 Dana was nominated for her exceptional patient care and genuine compassion. She has a remarkable ability to connect with her patients and their families, ensuring they feel heard and understood. Dana's commitment to truly listening and taking the time to review complex medical histories demonstrates her dedication to providing the highest quality of care.

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CareSouth Carolina Earns National Recognition with Three Prestigious HRSA Badges

CareSouth Carolina has earned three top honors from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).

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CareSouth Carolina’s Darlene Edwards Named CHW Association’s Member of the Week

CareSouth Carolina’s Darlene Edwards Named CHW Association’s Member of the Week

CareSouth Carolina is happy to announce that Darlene Edwards, Community Health Worker at the Hartsville Center, has been honored as the Member of the Week by the South Carolina Community Health Worker Association.

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CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Almeda Graham, FNP-C, to Hartsville Suite A

CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Almeda Graham, FNP-C, to Hartsville Suite A

HARTSVILLE, S.C. — CareSouth Carolina is proud to welcome Almeda Graham, FNP-C, to its Hartsville Suite A location. She will serve patients with a compassionate, whole-person approach to care.

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CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Crystal Leonard, PharmD, to Value-Based Care Team

CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Crystal Leonard, PharmD, to Value-Based Care Team

CareSouth Carolina is proud to welcome Crystal Leonard, PharmD to its Value-Based Care Team.

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Courtney Feagin, PharmD, Joins CareSouth Carolina as Clinical Pharmacist

Courtney Feagin, PharmD, Joins CareSouth Carolina as Clinical Pharmacist

CareSouth Carolina is pleased to announce the addition of Courtney Feagin, PharmD to its Value-Based Care Team.

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CareSouth Carolina Celebrates Governor's Proclamation Recognizing National Health Center Week

CareSouth Carolina proudly joins community health centers across the state and nation in celebrating National Health Center Week, officially proclaimed by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster to be observed August 3–9, 2025.

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June 2025 Employee of the Month - Minnie Hare

June 2025 Employee of the Month - Minnie Hare

We're thrilled to announce Minnie Hare, LPN from our Hartsville Pediatric office as our June Employee of the Month! Minnie's incredible dedication and persistence in advocating for our patients truly embody the spirit of a Community Health Center.

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CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Dr. Nicholas Schuster to Dental Mobile Unit Team

CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Dr. Nicholas Schuster to Dental Mobile Unit Team

CareSouth Carolina is excited to welcome Dr. Nicholas A. Schuster, DMD, to its Division of Dental Medicine team.

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Dillon Native Lucy Owens Serving Her Hometown as Pharmacist at CSC Community Pharmacy

Dillon Native Lucy Owens Serving Her Hometown as Pharmacist at CSC Community Pharmacy

A proud Dillon native, Lucy Owens is serving her hometown community as the Pharmacist in Charge at CSC Community Pharmacy, part of CareSouth Carolina.

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May Employee of the Month: Shanton Myers

May Employee of the Month: Shanton Myers

We are thrilled to recognize Shanton Myers as our May Employee of the Month at the Chesterfield Center!

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CareSouth Carolina CEO Ann Lewis Presents at South Carolina Community Health Worker Association

CareSouth Carolina CEO Ann Lewis Presents at South Carolina Community Health Worker Association

CareSouth Carolina’s Chief Executive Officer, Ann Lewis, took center stage as the opening speaker at this quarter’s South Carolina Community Health Worker Association (SCCHWA) meeting, delivering a deeply moving message on resilience during uncertain times.

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CareSouth Carolina’s Kaitlin Hughes Honored with SC Champion of Practice Transformation Award

CareSouth Carolina’s Kaitlin Hughes Honored with SC Champion of Practice Transformation Award

CareSouth Carolina is proud to announce that Kaitlin Hughes, BS, RMA, Director of Mobile and Telehealth Services, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Champion of Practice Transformation Award at the South Carolina Primary Healthcare Association’s Clinical Retreat.

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CareSouth Carolina’s Dr. Jeniqua Duncan Honored with SC Clinical Quality Leader of the Year Award

CareSouth Carolina’s Dr. Jeniqua Duncan Honored with SC Clinical Quality Leader of the Year Award

CareSouth Carolina proudly announces that Dr. Jeniqua Duncan, DO, MBA, CH-CBS, who serves as the organization’s Chief of Value-Based Care, has been recognized with the prestigious Clinical Quality Leader of the Year Award at this year’s South Carolina Primary Healthcare Clinical Retreat.

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Good News! Dr. Nicholas A. Schuster Will Be Seeing Patients at Bishopville Pediatric Dental Office

Good News! Dr. Nicholas A. Schuster Will Be Seeing Patients at Bishopville Pediatric Dental Office

CareSouth Carolina is excited to announce that Dr. Nicholas A. Schuster, D.M.D., has joined its team and will begin seeing patients at the Bishopville Pediatric Dentistry office located at 101 Harris Street, Bishopville, SC 29010.

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CareSouth Carolina’s Crystal Leonard, PharmD, MBA, Elected Delegate to SCPhA

CareSouth Carolina’s Crystal Leonard, PharmD, MBA, Elected Delegate to SCPhA

CareSouth Carolina’s Crystal Leonard, PharmD, MBA, a Clinical Pharmacist at CSC, has been elected as a Delegate to the South Carolina Pharmacy Association (SCPhA), representing the Pee Dee Region.

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CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Nicole Chapman, MSW, LISW-CP, to Hartsville Office

CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Nicole Chapman, MSW, LISW-CP, to Hartsville Office

CareSouth Carolina is proud to welcome Nicole Chapman, MSW, LISW-CP, as the newest behavioral health provider at its Hartsville office.

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April Employee of the Month: Angela Council, FNP-C

April Employee of the Month: Angela Council, FNP-C

Congratulations to Employee of the Month: Angela Council, FNP-C! This award recognizes Angela's exceptional commitment to patient care, particularly her remarkable ability to build trust with those she serves.

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CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Mariano Razon, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, as New After-Hours Provider

CareSouth Carolina Welcomes Mariano Razon, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, as New After-Hours Provider

CareSouth Carolina is proud to welcome Mariano Razon, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, to its dedicated team of providers as part of its expanding After-Hours program. Razon brings over seven years of experience in community mental health and now turns his focus to primary care, where he hopes to make a broad and lasting impact.

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CareSouth Carolina to expand operational hours at five medical sites

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), announced an investment in CareSouth Carolina that will allow the organization to add additional hours of operation to support the critical clinical and administrative staff.

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CareSouth Carolina Honors Dr. Helene Goldsmith with Community Partnership Award

CareSouth Carolina Honors Dr. Helene Goldsmith with Community Partnership Award

CareSouth Carolina is proud to announce Dr. Helene Goldsmith, Executive Director of the Palmetto Center, as the recipient of its Community Partnership Award.

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CareSouth Carolina Hosts Spring Fling in Hartsville

CareSouth Carolina Hosts Spring Fling in Hartsville

CareSouth Carolina brought the community together on Saturday, April 12, for its annual Spring Fling at the Hartsville office, located at 1268 South Fourth Street. The family-friendly event took place from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and offered a vibrant mix of springtime fun and health-focused services.

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March 2025 Employee of the Month - Tiesha Campbell, RN

March 2025 Employee of the Month - Tiesha Campbell, RN

Congratulations to Tiesha Campbell, RN from Care Innovations, as our March Employee of the Month! Tiesha’s heart radiates as bright as her beautiful smile. The team’s response to her receiving this award further demonstrated her worthiness as they cheered her. Tiesha’s commitment and dedication to the patients of Care Innovations are truly remarkable. She has fostered a unique and trusting relationship with our patients, creating a safe space where they feel comfortable sharing their concerns without fear of stigma.

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February 2025 Employee of the Month - Lindsay King

February 2025 Employee of the Month - Lindsay King

Huge congratulations to Lindsay King, PharmD, our incredible Care Innovations Pharmacist Coordinator! She's not only our February Employee of the Month, but she also made a fantastic Good Catch!

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