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Medical Community Comes Together in a Big Way For Patient

It was Freda Jemison’s faith that helped her persevere in the wake of her insurance declining her procedure.

SMC in Top 10% for Coronary Bypass Quality

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) rated Springhill Medical Center’s Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) program with 3 Stars (the highest).

Heart Walk Top Fundraiser

SMC is honored to be the top fund-raiser for the American Heart Association's Heart Walk event again in 2024 -- 15 consecutive years!

Cardiac Rehab Program Certified by Industry Leader

Springhill Medical Center is proud to announce the certification of its Cardiac Rehab Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification is recognition of SMC’s...

Blue Distinction Center+ for Cardiac Care

SMC has received the Blue Distinction® Centers+ for Cardiac Care designation from BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama which recognizes the program’s commitment to delivering quality specialty care to patients – safely...

SMC Again Top Heart Walk Fund-Raiser

Springhill Medical Center again brought in the most funds toward heart research and cardiac disease prevention and outreach during this year's American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Walk! The event was...

First Percutaneous TMVR

Dr. John Galla ( Cardiology Associates) and Dr. Charles Wyatt ( Springhill Physician Practices – Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery) successfully completed at Springhill Medical the Gulf Coast area’s first percutaneous...

A New Era of Cardiovascular Care

SMC’s most exciting news this year is the new Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery program that opened on campus Sept. 1. Bringing greater access to specialized open heart, vascular and thoracic...

Watchman Device Reduces Stroke Risk in AFIB Patients

Springhill Medical Center Earns Blue Distinction® Centers+ Designation for Cardiac Care

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama has recognized Springhill Medical Center with a Blue Distinction Centers+ for Cardiac Care designation as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program...