Keeping our employees and patients safe in the event of an emergency is not something we take lightly. With this in mind, USA Health will conduct two active shooter drills.

“This award is not given lightly,” said Donald E. Williamson, M.D., president and CEO of the Alabama Hospital Association. “It reflects not only a record of exceptional service, but also the lasting influence of a leader who has shaped the future of healthcare in Alabama. We are proud to honor Owen Bailey for his lifelong commitment to advancing health and transforming lives.”
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As a member of the committee, Richard Menger, M.D., will serve as a spine and methodology expert to help formulate guidelines dictating best practices for spinal surgeries.

The findings by scientists and physicians at the Mitchell Cancer Institute could be useful in developing a non-invasive test for pancreatic cancer diagnosis.

Meaningful Reflections with Chaplain Kim Crawford Meeks is a monthly column that provides words of encouragement for associates at USA Health.

Each week, we capture images from construction, expansion and renovations occurring across USA Health.

USA Health clinicians are experts in their fields, making them trusted sources on a variety of healthcare-related news topics.

Benefits-eligible employees wishing to enroll in or make changes to their healthcare plans or participate in flexible spending accounts must submit forms by 4:30 p.m. tomorrow.
USA Health regularly recognizes employees for going above and beyond in caring for patients and providing high quality customer service.

Great Catch awards are given to employees for instances in which they speak up for safety, escalate concerns, and go above and beyond the scope of their typical job duties. Each quarter, Safety MVPs are chosen for recognition from all Great Catch award winners for each USA Health facility.

Phyllus Justice, MPH, RD, CDE, a diabetes resource coordinator with USA Health Mobile Diagnostic Center, offers her favorite healthy holiday recipes that are low in fat and calories but high in flavor

The annual USA Health Employee Holiday Meal is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 15, and Friday, Dec. 16, at Children’s & Women’s Hospital and University Hospital.

Colin Buckley, M.D., was selected for this award from a pool of more than 10,000 candidates.