June Newsletter

Years With Us

      New to the UOG Crew!

      employee photoRhonda BallardScrub Tech – WCAS Covington
      employee photoEmily DelashmitFront Desk Coordinator – TWC
      employee photoTimya ButlerMarketer – Warner Robins
      employee photoLuisa FigueroaMarketer – Lawrenceville
      employee photoShakedra AustinMedical Assistant – Main
      employee photoKadelle ArmstrongFront Desk Coordinator – Decatur
      employee photoAlisha WiseUltrasound Tech – Athens
      employee photoKhiana LeapheartMarketer – Lawrenceville
      employee photoDestiny AllenMarketer – Decatur
      employee photoSydney KuhnMarketer – Decatur
      employee photoTaylor BerryMedical Assistant – TWC
      employee photoAlisha GillonFront Desk Coordinator Float – Decatur
      employee photoSophia GurinMarketer – Athens

      Congratulations Corner!

      Congratulations, Jessica Strickland!! Jessica was the winner of the mini photography session by Marque “Milla” Reese (of TheMilla)! Milla donated this mini session to the Roberts’ Family, in efforts to raise money for Chasitie and Daniel’s IVF journey! Congratulations, Jessica! We can’t wait to see your photos once you get them done!

      Laura Stephens became “Lollie” on June 25th as her daughter and son-in-law welcomed their beautiful baby boy, Laura’s first grandbaby, into the world! Everyone, meet Bryson Moate! Welcome to the world, little man! You are absolutely precious! Congratulations to you and your family, Laura! What a blessing!

      Peer Shout Outs!

      UOG in the Community!

      Our Tifton marketer, Savannah and our Valdosta marketer, Kristina, had such an AMAZING time at their health fair at Wild Adventures on June 11th!

      Not only did they get to hold a baby alligator and feed a giraffe, but they got the opportunity to meet with so many incredible people and speak with them about the importance of women’s health!

      Sounds like a pretty great day if you ask us! Savannah, Kristina and everyone here at The Howard Center, would like to personally thank Wild Adventures for allowing our ladies to come and speak to their staff and for being such hospitable hosts to them while they were there!

      Despite the scorching temperatures on June 14th, our Covington marketer, Rhonda, walked around the Famous Covington Square (yes, the one from Vampire Diaries!) to introduce herself and spread the word about The Howard Center!

      With Howard Center water bottles and various promo items in hand, Rhonda made sure to let everyone visiting the square know that The Howard Center is here in Covington, ready to take care of all their women’s health needs.

      Thank you, Rhonda, for your hard work and dedication! You are appreciated!

      Juneteenth

      The Howard Center proudly acknowledged Juneteenth, a day dedicated to honoring a pivotal moment in American history. This important day marks the emancipation of the last remaining enslaved African Americans in the United States, following the end of the Civil War.

      At the Howard Center, we recognize the significance of Juneteenth and its lasting impact on our community and nation. We are committed to celebrating and educating about this historical event, fostering an environment of understanding, respect, and unity.

      Food Truck Friday!

      A new tradition has started! Food Truck Friday….every Friday! Who doesn’t love Fridays? It’s like, the best day of the week, right? And when you add a Food Truck to the mix, it just makes it that much better!

      In June, The Howard Center in Tifton had 3 amazing Food Truck vendors pay us a visit! First, was Big Jake’s Que, then 3 Beards BBQ and then Wisham’s BBQ!

      What a treat! And, while our patients and visitors were here to get food, we encouraged them to beat the heat by going inside to schedule the annual exams and mammograms!

      We look forward to the vendors that will come to see us in the month of July!

      Mark your Calendar!

      Happening next week! Chasitie and Daniel will have their IVF Yardsale Fundraiser, on Saturday, July 13th here at The Howard Center in Tifton!

      Our friends from Catered by Guch will be set up in the parking lot as well, so swing by, shop and grab some yummy food for a great cause!

      All proceeds from the yard sale will go directly to Chasitie and Daniel for their IVF journey!

      For more information, please contact Chasitie at the number listed on the flyer below!

      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!!

      Alexa, play, “Man! I feel like a Woman!” by Shania Twain!

      Let’s Go Girls, grab your cowgirl hats and your sparkly rhinestones, we’re giving Breast Cancer the Boot!

      Our annual Breast Cancer Warrior and Survivor Event will be held on Thursday, October 24th from 4pm-6pm at The Howard Center in Tifton!

      More details to come regarding vendors and the event timeline!

      All Breast Cancer Warriors and Survivors are encouraged to come! Tell them to bring their friends and family, too! The more the merrier!

      Save the date! The UOG Christmas party’s date has been set! Mark your calendars for Friday, December 6, 2024! The party will be held at the UGA Conference Center in Tifton, GA! Be on the look out for more details to come! 

      Helping a family in need

      Our Lawrenceville front desk receptionist, Lorena Torres’ family members are currently in the hospital and are in critical condition, the doctors are doing their best to keep them stable but have a long process ahead of them and several surgeries both of them would need.

      Lorena has asked that we please share the GoFundMe link with you all and she and her family as asking to please keep them in your prayers , if anyone can donate or even share. Anything will help!

      https://gofund.me/e458ae10

      Hannah’s Mission Trip

      As you all know, our very own Hannah Dorsey, recently visited San Francisco, Mexico with the Mission House and Mell Baptist Association! Enjoy this video below that recaps their trip! We are so proud of you, Hannah! Your beautiful, giving heart shines through this video and we know that you and your church family touched so many lives on this trip!

      June Employee Excellence Awards and our Shining Star!

      Nursing Department: Gloria DaltonGloria’s hunger for knowledge knows no bounds. She doesn’t shy away from any challenges thrown her way. She always goes above and beyond to help the patients and to help everyone on her team. Always has a smile on her face and is one of the sweetest souls you will ever meet!
      Ultrasound: Abby HallAbby is a gem. Abby did her ultrasound clinicals with us for several months before becoming an employee with us in May. She not only excelled during her clinical rotations but she has adapted quickly to her new role as an ultrasound tech at The Howard Center. Abby has done an amazing job working with our mammogram department every Wednesday performing breast ultrasounds. She has received many compliments from her coworkers and patients. Abby treats our patients with compassion. She has a strong work ethic and is always willing to help wherever is needed. She is a true team player. Thank you Abby for all your hard work!
      Surgey Coordinator: Idali AyalaThank you, Idali, for all the extra miles you have gone above and beyond. You are always willing to help the entire team at all times. Thank you for taking on the Hospital Surgery Coordinator role on top of WCAS Surgery Coordinator. You continue to shine and appreciate you doing your job, and helping wherever you are needed. We highly acknowledge your efforts and kindness shown. Proud to have you on our UOG team.
      Provider: Kala Hodges, NPCongratulations to Kala Hodges ,NP, for winning the Provider Excellence Award for June ! Kala is the Waycross Nurse Practitioner and has many awesome reviews from her patients. She goes above and beyond to make sure her patients are taken care of. The Waycross office has excelled and we’re so grateful to have her in this location. Thank you Kala
      TWC: Brandy CastanonBrandy has done an amazing job of keeping our office running with only TWO front desk employees. We have been crazy busy up front with all of our new OB transfers/referrals and her and Dallas have been able to keep everything organized. She has done an amazing job at making sure all of the appointments are made and the rest of the front duties are being done. Thank you Brandy for all that you do for TWC!
      Insurance: Kelly MyersKelly Myers is Insurance’s employee of the month. Kelly has worked extremely hard this month and has shown a lot of progress in helping our patients with Blue Cross Blue Shield. Thank you Kelly for all of your hard work!
      Manager: Amber TarrantOur Manager of the Month is Amber! She has taken on numerous responsibilities in a short amount of time. This month she’s not only learning our system and managing medical assistants (MAs), but also still integrating with Labcorp. Despite the challenges, Amber remains dedicated and adept at handling different personalities in our office. Her commitment to excellence is commendable.
      Marketing: Savannah MaddoxSavannah has been an exceptional addition to our team since she joined us in April. Despite her short tenure, she has made a significant impact on our marketing efforts. Savannah has embraced her role with enthusiasm, consistently going above and beyond to ensure the success of our marketing team.

      Her dedication is evident in her willingness to participate in health fairs at all hours, even in the middle of the night. Savannah maintains a fully booked schedule, demonstrating her commitment and efficiency. Her positive, can-do attitude has been a source of inspiration for her colleagues.

      We are excited to see her continued contributions and growth within our team. Great job, Savannah!

      Front Desk: Sara FlandersSara once again has gone over the moon for The Howard Center. She has truly made a difference in the front office! She is always working on something. She goes out of her way to help any department that needs help. She will do anything you ask her. She has cover many offices this month without hesitation. She is a team player and I’m grateful she is on my team! Thank you Sara for all you do.
      WCAS: Amy AtkinsAmy is our employee of the month for her exceptional dedication and versatility. She consistently ensures smooth operations, whether by soothing patients by singing with them, fixing beds, cleaning gutters, or even handling unexpected tasks like dealing with snakes. Her contributions are invaluable, and we truly appreciate her indispensable role in our team.
      Howard Diet: Nicole WellsNicole is always willing to help out in any office and is always there to lend a hand or be there when you need her and never complains! Thank you Nicole for being a great asset to the Howard Center! Keep doing what you’re doing!
      Photo of shining star winner

      Amyie Mathis
      Mammography Tech
      $250.00 and a Trophy!

      Congratulations, Amyie! Your dedication to providing excellent care to our patients is truly commendable. They genuinely love and appreciate you, and it’s easy to see why! Your amazing work ethic and positive attitude make a significant impact every day.

      We are incredibly thankful to have you on our team. Thank you, Amyie, for all that you do!