August Birthdays and Anniversaries
New to the UOG Crew
Stacey AllenMedical Assistant – Warner Robins
Dawn Printup Nurse Practitioner Float – Covington
Annika CunninghamFront Desk – Valdosta
Georgia WeldyMedical Assistant – TWC
Chimer BillingtonScrub Tech – WCAS Tifton
Paula HigginsRN/CST – WCAS Tifton
Stephanie Stone Ultrasound Tech – Douglas
Congratulations Corner
Trey Roberts graduated on July 30th from Southern Regional Technical College with his Associates in Networking, Cyber Security and Computer Support Specialist! Congratulations, Trey! We’re so proud of you!!
Our Lawrenceville provider, Katherine Carew, and her husband, Ryan, are expecting their first baby in January! They just found out last week that it’s a girl! We are super excited for y’all!!
We’d love to highlight a bragging moment Khiana Leapheart’s youngest son, Charles Leapheart, who just came back from being in Paris for 6-months living his dream of playing Pro Football (American) with the Diables Rouges de Villepinte! Charles is a running back and had a stellar season completing with 1,011 rushing yds and 10 Touchdowns. He helped his team clinch their first division win and make it to the Championship game! Charles also received Offensive MVP!! How exciting!! We know that you are one proud Momma, Khiana! We’re extremeley proud of him, too!!
Eryn Ruiz’s sweet babies, Ruth and Jude, started Kindergarten and 4th Grade on July 29th! Aren’t they precious!? We hope that they have a wonderful school year, making lots of friends, straight A’s and memories that will last them a lifetime!
Chad Stone’s oldest daughter, Ellie, went off to college last week and he couldn’t be more proud and neither could we!
Ellie will be attending the University of North Georgia in the coming weeks and she will be majoring in Public Health!
Congratulations, Ellie!! We’re so excited for you! We can’t wait to see you soar!
Chasitie and Daniel had their HUGE IVF yard sale on July 13th and successfully raised a little over $1,500.00 which will go towards their IVF journey! That’s incredible! Congratulations, guys!
Chasitie and Daniel, we’re so excited, so happy and so proud! We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers as you all embark on this incredible journey to parenthood!
Peer Shout Outs!
Save the Date!
Tickets are still available to win this beautiful Michael Kors luggage!! Tickets are $20.00 and the live drawing will be held on August 10th!
All proceeds will go towards Chasitie and Daniel Roberts’ IVF journey!!
UOG in the Community!
The Howard Center had two successful back to school drives one week apart from each other! The first drive was in Tift County on July 25th and the other was in Turner County on July 30th! We had the opportunity to give away 900 bags filled with school supplies to families from Tift, Turner and other surrounding counties! It’s such a heart warming experience to be able to give back to families in our communities and to put smiles on people’s faces! Of course, none of this would be possible without Dr. Drew and Dr. Kaylar!
2024 UOG Olympics!
We kicked off our inaugural season of the UOG Olympics on July 29th and we have had a BLAST seeing the outfits that you guys have come up with! All of this Red, White and Blue reminded us of the 4th of July….it made us want a hot dog real bad!
We’ve had competitions that ranged from Most Patriotic, best TikTok dance and lip synce to Miley Cyrus’ “Party in the USA” to best waiting room and telephone etiquette!
Who will be crowned the 2024 UOG Olympic Champion from each category!? Stay tuned to find out!
Until then, keep partying in the USA and keep cheering for Team USA in the Paris Olympics!
“Let’s Pull Together”
We are reaching out to everyone to ask for your support in this local “Let’s Pull Together” fundraiser, where we will be collecting aluminum can tabs for Katelyn Stone, a young woman from Adel who is awaiting her second heart transplant. The can tabs will be turned in for cash to help with medication, gas to and from appointments, lodging for the family, meals, etc.
Katelyn and her family will be visiting Tifton frequently in the coming months, as Katelyn plans to attend ABAC, health permitting. Her mother, Katrina, mentioned that if you are unable to collect can tabs but still wish to contribute, you can make a monetary donation to their family via Venmo at KatrinaDStone84.
Your participation in this fundraiser would make a significant difference for Katelyn and her family during this challenging time. Let’s come together as the amazing and giving UOG Family that we are and show our support for a family in need.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to help. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to Bekka Reese, or Katrina Stone directly at 229-560-7880!
Our Employee Excellence Award Winners and our Shining Star for July!
Ultrasound: Rachel Fleming Rachel plays many roles at The Howard Center in Lawrenceville. She handles all FMLA for the Northern offices. This month she has also juggled running the front desk along with being the sole ultrasound tech. Rachel offered to work the front desk without being asked. Your positive attitude, willingness to go above and beyond and commitment to excellence set a high standard for your peers. You have consistently demonstrated professionalism, teamwork and a proactive approach to problem solving. We are proud to have you as part of our team and look forward to your continued success. Thank you for making The Howard Center a better place. Congratulations!
CEO: Sherri SimmonsMrs. Sherri is most definitely the glue that holds this entire company together! From making time to meet with every single person that comes to her door, ensuring that all of her staff are up to date and well informed with all of the latest news in the health care world, to making sure that our patients are well taken care of, Mrs. Sherri literally does it ALL! Not to mention, Mrs. Sherri is a true advocate for all things women’s health, especially when it comes to Breast Cancer Screenings and Breast Health! Mrs. Sherri single-handedly changed the LAW ensuring that women in rural communities across the entire state of Georgia can receive the health care that they need when it comes to Mammograms. Mrs. Sherri is a true leader and her passion for all things women’s health inspires us all and helps light the way for a bright and successful future, not only for this company, but for all women that come through our offices!
Provider: Noah Simon, W.H.N.P.Congratulations to Noah Simons, W.H.N.P, for winning the Provider Excellence Award for July ! Noah is the primary Nurse Practitioner for our Athens Office . Noah has faced many challenges opening a new satellite office. But she’s managed to make the transition and change the lives of many patients. Her reviews shows she’s making her patients happy ! Thank you!
TWC: Jarria ShippWhile short staffed Jarria has stepped in and taken over temporarily as Maria’s primary nurse. She has gone above and beyond her normal job duties to make sure Maria and our patients are taken care of. Thank you for all you do Jarria!
Manager : Jessica SolidayI’m thrilled to announce that Jessica Soliday is our Manager of the Month! Despite the increased patient load due to new OB cases at Tifton Woman’s Center, Jessica has seamlessly incorporated them into their busy schedules. Her dedication and ability to manage this challenge even while being shorthanded are commendable. Congratulations, Jessica!
Surgery Coordinator: Eryn RuizEryn is ALWAYS ready and willing to jump in and help wherever needed. Eryn helped cover Front Desk in Lawrenceville this month to help another team member when a team member needed to be out. She had several shout outs from co-workers and through our patient surveys. She is definitely an asset for our UOG family.
Marketing: Ashlie CalhounAshlie Calhoun has been recognized as the Employee of the Month for the Marketing department at The Howard Center. She is known for her caring nature and her willingness to go the extra mile for both her team and the organization. Ashlie’s dedication to working with and caring for women is evident in everything she does, and she is deeply respected for her commitment. She consistently demonstrates an eagerness to learn and implement new strategies that improve patient care, making her an invaluable asset to the Howard Center.
Insurance: Jessica Adamson Jessica Adamson is Insurance’s employee of the month. Jessi has done an amazing job of holding down Insurance call-center. She is so nice and pleasant when speaking to our patients. Jessi has really stepped up to the plate this month. Great job Jessi!
Nursing Department: Kelis BellShe is always putting your best foot forward! Her performance is always top-notch. No matter the situation, she always rises to the occasion! Her efforts do not go unnoticed and we’re proud to see her grow. Her outstanding performance is an inspiration to us all. Keep up the amazing work and Thank You for your hard work!
Front Desk: Alex LambAlex lamb is the EOM for July! She has taken on a new role in the office as our referrals specialist. On top of learning a new position she has help at the front desk while we have been short. She has work through our medical records along with dropping labs. She has been making sure all our eligible patients have had their yearly mammograms! She has out done herself this month! Thank you Alex for all you do!
Manager: Melisa NewellI’m delighted to recognize Melisa Newell as our second manager of the month! Melisa has consistently went above and beyond, staying late to assist in our with out IT, helping Rose and our Douglas building get situated, and tackle tasks unrelated to her accounting degree. Her dedication extends to IT support, ensuring our security. Melisa’s commitment to her job and willingness to take on non-standard duties are truly commendable. Thank you, Melisa, for your exceptional contributions!
Mammo: Kaylee PerryWe are excited to announce Kaylee Perry as our Mammography Employee of the Month! Kaylee’s hard work and dedication have made her a beloved member of our team. In the past month, she has been instrumental in getting our new Mammo Suite in Covington up and running, all with a smile on her face and the most positive attitude! Kaylee consistently goes the extra mile, ensuring that our patients receive exceptional care and that our Mammo Suites in both locations operate smoothly. Her unwavering commitment and positive attitude truly set her apart. Thank you, Kaylee, for all that you do!
Jennifer Daniels, RN
RN/WCAS
$250.00 and a Trophy
This month, we are thrilled to recognize Jennifer Daniels as the Shining Star of the month for her outstanding contributions and dedication! Jennifer went above and beyond to ensure a successful setup for the Koning with Contrast procedure in Covington. Her hard work and meticulous attention to detail in getting the machine up and running, along with securing all necessary materials, were pivotal in allowing our patients to receive their Koning tests without a hitch.
Jennifer’s unwavering commitment to both our patients and the Koning testing process truly shines through in her efforts. Her passion for her work and care for our patients are evident in everything she does. Thank you, Jennifer, for your exceptional service and for embodying the spirit of excellence in our team
