Live Well with Southwell

Diabetes affects millions of Americans, but understanding the basics can make a big difference. In this episode of Live Well with Southwell, Bryson Simpson, FNP-C, with Southwell Internal Medicine in Valdosta discusses Type 2 diabetes, including risk factors, prevention, treatment and management, and how family members can support loved ones living with diabetes.

High-risk pregnancies can be stressful, but specialized care is now closer to home. In this episode of Live Well with Southwell, we sit down with Dr. Anne Patterson, lead physician and founder of Women’s Telehealth, to talk about Southwell’s new Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) program.

Dr. Patterson shares how Southwell and Women’s Telehealth are working together to provide advanced care for women and families in South Georgia, including real-time ultrasounds, seamless coordination with OB/GYNs, and the latest in telemedicine technology.

Whether you’re an expectant mother, a family member, or just interested in how healthcare is evolving in rural communities, this conversation offers insight into how Southwell is making a difference.

👉 Learn more about Southwell’s Maternal-Fetal Medicine program: https://mysouthwell.com/mfm

Every two minutes, someone dies from sepsis — but early recognition and quick action can save lives. In this episode, Dr. Brisandi Villar, hospitalist and chair of the Infection Prevention and Control Committee at Tift Regional Medical Center, explains what sepsis is, why it’s so dangerous, the signs and symptoms to watch for, and why getting to the ER fast is critical.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

What sepsis is and how it starts
The acronym T-I-M-E to recognize symptoms
Why fast treatment is life-saving
Prevention tips to reduce your risk
Sepsis is a medical emergency. Learn the signs. Act quickly. Save lives.

Learn more about sepsis: https://www.sepsis.org

Join us as we get to know Dr. Dontre' Douse, ENT head and neck surgeon, as he prepares to bring much-needed ENT care to Tifton and the surrounding region in August of 2025. Dr. Douse shares his journey from Savannah to the Mayo Clinic and back to Georgia, his passion for serving rural communities, and what inspired his special interest in head and neck cancer care. Tune in to hear how comprehensive ENT services—including sinus surgery, ear tubes, and cochlear implants—will soon be available close to home through Southwell Ear Nose and Throat. 

Join us as Dr. Andrew Nackashi, General Surgeon with South Georgia Surgical, discusses the advances in robotic surgery and how to treat hernias with minimally invasive surgery. 

Join us as we learn more about what pelvic floor physical therapy is, who can benefit from it, and how to get started with Neeli Mims, DPT - the only pelvic floor physical therapist in the Tifton and Southwest Georgia region! 

Most of us know October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s usually our reminder to schedule that annual mammogram. While mammograms are very important, it’s also important to know how crucial annual exams with your primary care provider are when it comes to detecting breast cancer. Learn more in this episode as we talk to Dr. Brittney Berckman, an Internal Medicine Specialist with Southwell.

Join us as we speak to Dr. Abhinav Saxena, Medical Director for Southwell Behavioral Health, and Amanda Ramshead, Director of Southwell Behavioral Health as they discuss supporting those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's. In this episode, we explore strategies and insights to empower Alzheimer's caregivers on their challenging yet rewarding journey. 

If you've ever heard the term "midwife" and immediately think of a home birth in the early 1900s, think again! We sat down with Hillary Midler, CNM and certified nurse midwife with Affinity Physicians for Women, to learn more about the extensive training that midwives receive, as well as the various kinds of midwives that exist. 

Join us as we check in on the status of those New Years resolutions you set back in January - and how setting and keeping healthy habits can happen year-round! Featuring Dr. Abhi Saxena, Psychiatrist and Medical Director for Southwell Medical Psychiatry, and Amanda Ramshead, LMFT and Behavioral Health Service Line Director for Southwell.