August Birthdays and Anniversaries
New to the UOG Crew
Please welcome the newest members of our UOG Family! We are so excited to have you all hera
Elsie EstradaFront Desk- TWC
Geornecia JacksonCMA – Main
Emily LagunaCMA – Athens 
Destiny BakerCMA – Main
Chelsie DensonCMA – Valdosta
Jodi EdwardsCMA – Covington
Coree SheffieldFront Desk – Covington
Makayla WashingtonMarketer – DecaturMeet our New NP
Say hello to Monshita McDonald, FNP-BC — our future Valdosta provider!
We’re beyond excited to welcome Monshita to The Howard Center family. She brings compassion, skill, and a heart for helping others, and we know she’ll do amazing things for our patients.
Welcome to the team, Monshita! We’re so excited to have you!
Meet the ladies of Ellaryn MedSpa!
Please join us in welcoming Jessica Ramirez, RN, and Vandy Fowler, RN — the newest faces at Ellaryn MedSpa!
With a combined 18+ years of nursing experience and a shared passion for empowering confidence through natural, beautiful results, Jessica and Vandy bring both skill and heart to the world of aesthetics. Jessica’s background in bedside nursing and her current pursuit of becoming a Nurse Practitioner reflect her dedication to growth and client care.
Vandy, with a decade of injecting experience, is especially known for her expertise in lip enhancements and her commitment to celebrating each client’s unique beauty.
We’re so excited to have these two incredible women on our team — ready to help you look and feel your absolute best!
Peer Shout Outs
You guys had LOTS of shout outs this month and we love that! We’re so excited to share them!
Congratulations Corner
Please help us congratulate Shelly Martinez’s husband, Angel, for his 20 years of service in the Army!
Shelly wrote, “After 20 years of active-duty service in the United States Army, my husband, Angel Martinez, is officially retiring. Throughout his career, he has served with dedication, resilience, and unwavering commitment—through numerous deployments, many duty stations, and the organized chaos of raising four children along the way. While the Army gave him orders, purpose, and probably a bad back, it also gave us a lifetime of memories and stories we’ll be retelling forever (some of which still require security clearance).
His journey has been one of sacrifice, leadership, and strength—not just for him, but for our entire family. We’ve moved often, adapted quickly, and grown stronger together with each chapter of Army life.
As he transitions into retirement, we are incredibly proud of all he has accomplished and deeply grateful for the experiences and community that have shaped our family over the past two decades.”
Congratulations, Angel! Thank you so much for your sacrifice and your service!
Howard Center in the Community
A special Thank You from Bekka Reese:
I want to give a heartfelt shoutout to each and every one of you who showed up, pitched in, and helped make this back-to-school season one for the books!
Whether you were taking time out of your day to help prepare these bags for distribution, standing in the scorching sun handing out bags at our drive thru giveaway, running in and out of the rain hauling boxes from vans into the Turner County High School gym, or giving up a few hours of your evening and your Saturday to help distribute supplies — trust me when I say, your hard work and dedication did not go unnoticed! I saw you and I appreciate each and every one of you!
This year marked our BIGGEST back-to-school supply effort to date with four drives, including our very first Howard Center-hosted event! We also had the incredible opportunity to partner with Peanut Butter and Jesus, a local non-profit, to fill lunch bags and distribute school supplies to underserved communities in and around Tifton.
I honestly can’t find the perfect words to express just how thankful I am for each of you. Your willingness to jump in and serve — no matter the weather, no matter the time — speaks volumes about the kind of team we have. Because of YOU, so many local children were able to start the school year feeling prepared, supported, and seen.
Thank you all SO much for everything! I couldn’t have done it without you guys!
Over 750 bags were put together by our incredible Howard Center staff! Even members of our WCAS team (not pictured: Jade Tomlinson) joined in to help make this happen!
A few pictures from our very first Howard Center back to school supply drive!
300 bags were distributed in 15-20 mins! That’s wild!!
Our Howard Center staff at Peanut Butter and Jesus!
Mrs. Armogene Natson, the organizer of the first annual back to school drive in Doerun, GA! She is such a sweet lady and was such a joy to be around!
At the annual Ashburn’s National Night Out back to school drive at Turner County High School (Dr. Drew and Mrs. Sherri’s alma mater!)
Throwback Time!
It’s Throwback Time! Can you guess who these precious babies are??
If you guessed: Taishi McLeod (HR Assistant), Katie Hayes (Howard Diet Manager) and Raven Silver (Front Desk Coordinator – Main) then you were absolutely correct!
Save the Date!
2025 is just a year of firsts here at The Howard Center! We had our first ever back to school drive and now we’re having our first ever 5K!! How exciting is that!?
Save the date! Shake, Rattle and Run for a Cure is happening on Saturday, October 25th at 08:00am here at The Howard Center in Tifton!
We’re encouraging everyone to join us for a rockin’ rollin’ good time as we celebrate our Breast Cancer Warriors and Survivors while also raising Breast Cancer awareness!
All proceeds will go towards wigs, bras, compression garmets, prosthetics and other items not covered by insurance! These items will be provided by Never the Same Boutique here in Tifton!
The registration link is below for anyone who would like to register! Please help us spread the word! Let’s Shake, Rattle and Run for a Cure!
Quay has gone above and beyond — rescheduling appointments, handling referrals and mammogram orders, and even calling ahead to facilities to ensure our patients get the best care possible. Her dedication to Rose and her patients has made a huge impact.
Thank you, Quay! You’re a rockstar and we’re so grateful for you!
The patients who’ve seen her in our Northern offices have complimented her on the care she’s given. Kayla has been a team player by helping cover in the Northern offices . Her knowledge and personality has started to build great relationships with her patients and colleagues.
Thank you so much for your dedication!
Savannah’s unwavering dedication to our patients and to the Howard Center makes her an invaluable asset to our team. She consistently completes her own responsibilities with excellence while also supporting her colleagues on the team. Her commitment to Women’s Health goes beyond the initial visit—she not only educates and encourages women to seek care, but she also maintains meaningful follow-up relationships after their visit.
Savannah’s reliability is unmatched. She’s consistently present, punctual, and dependable, with no call-outs. Her work ethic and compassion truly set the standard, and we’re proud to recognize her outstanding contributions.
What truly sets Felicia apart is her commitment to excellence. She can often be found studying surgical videos before cases, constantly seeking to improve her skills. Just last night, she fell asleep studying—proof of how deeply she cares about doing her best each and every day.
Felicia, your determination, reliability, and team spirit have not gone unnoticed. We’re so grateful to have you on our team!
Congratulations, and thank you for all that you do!
Since joining the team, Tammy has come in strong—demonstrating exceptional hard work, dedication, and a true commitment to excellence. She has made a significant impact by supporting our claims process and playing a key role in updating and improving our contracts.
Tammy’s initiative and positive attitude have not gone unnoticed.
We truly appreciate Tammy’s contributions and are grateful to have her on the team.
Bekka went above and beyond this month, leading multiple back-to-school events to ensure children in our community received the supplies they needed to start the school year strong. Her dedication extended well beyond regular hours—working late nights and weekends to make sure every detail was handled with care. Bekka consistently exceeds expectations, and this month was a shining example of her commitment not only to our organization but to the community we serve. On top of all that, she’s currently organizing a 5K run—because of course she is!
Bekka’s passion, drive, and tireless work ethic make her more than deserving of this recognition. We’re incredibly grateful for everything she does. Way to go, Bekka!
She’s the calm in the chaos, fielding call after call from mothers who are in a vulnerable stage of life — overwhelmed, emotional, and in urgent need of support. And Connie doesn’t just process their requests; she listens to them, validates their concerns, and makes sure they feel seen and supported. Her kindness has not gone unnoticed — we’ve received several glowing compliments from patients who were genuinely touched by how she handled their calls.
Connie, your dedication and heart make a real difference. Thank you for being a steady, compassionate advocate for our patients and a vital part of the TWC team. 💗
I want to take a moment to spotlight Jessica Cowart, a team member whose dedication, initiative, and heart make a difference every single day.
Recently this past month, I was able to take some much-needed time off, and like many of you know, stepping away from work—even briefly—can be stressful unless you have someone you completely trust to hold things down. Jessica was that person for me. JJ stepped up and took full responsibility for covering the Diet Center, making sure the office was fully stocked, organized, and running as if I had never left. Because of her, I was able to relax and recharge, knowing everything was in capable hands.
But it doesn’t stop there.
JJ consistently shows what it means to be a team player. On days when I can’t take a lunch break, she’ll gladly offer to pick up lunch for me—always with a smile and without hesitation. No matter what time of day it is or how busy she might be, she’s always willing to jump in and help wherever she’s needed. That kind of reliability and selflessness is rare, and it deserves to be celebrated.
Jessica, your positive attitude, your willingness to step up, and your commitment to making sure things get done do not go unnoticed. You are the kind of person every team needs, and today we want to thank you for being exactly who you are.
Congratulations on being our Employee of the Month—you’ve earned it in every way.