Marion General Hospital offers the following services:
Marion General Hospital is a 49-bed facility that provides care for a wide range of medical conditions, including monitored telemetry services. The hospital offers nursing care for patients ages 16 and up and outpatient services such as IV antibiotics, IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration—delivering quality care in a comfortable and supportive setting.
Emergency Services
Our Emergency Department is classified as a Level IV Emergency Department and Trauma Center. The ED offers emergency health services 24 hours a day to patients of all ages. The department is responsible for the immediate treatment of any medical or surgical emergency, for initiating life-saving measures, including chronic medical problems, minor injuries, and illnesses. The ED includes a total of 10 rooms and is staffed 24 hours a day by qualified physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff. Emergency and trauma cases that need a higher level of emergency care are transferred to Forrest General Hospital. Patients are transferred by ambulance or air ambulance, depending on the condition.
Mammography
We will now be offering mammography services to patients in Columbia and the surrounding area. The advanced 3D Mammography technology provides local patients with the most advanced diagnostic tools available. This innovative technology represents a significant advancement in breast cancer detection and patient care within the medical community.
Women will see little difference between a conventional 2D mammogram and a 3D mammogram™️. The exam takes about the same amount of time – a 3.7 second scan time – and the positioning is the same. The real difference is in the information available to the doctor.
Nearly 50% of women over the age of 40 have dense breast tissue, which can hide early signs of cancer in a traditional mammogram. Unlike conventional 2D mammography, where overlapping tissue can obscure small breast cancers and lead to unnecessary callbacks, the Hologic 3D Mammography™️ exam utilizes a three-dimensional imaging method that can greatly reduce the tissue overlap effect. The Hologic 3D Mammography™️ exam, available on the 3Dimensions™️ Mammography System, provides a better option for women of all breast densities compared to 2D alone. Moreover, the Hologic 3D Mammography™️ exam is the only mammogram proven to be superior in women with dense breasts.
In offering 3D Mammography™️ technology, Marion General takes a proactive step towards enhancing the quality of breast cancer screening in our community. Patients interested in scheduling a 3D Mammography™️ exam will need a referral from their physician. For more information, call 601-740-2170.
Intensive Care Unit
The Intensive Care Unit is a 6 bed unit composed of medical patients. The ICU cares for patients ages 18 and up. The patient’s medical conditions require the need for extensive care due to a critical illness. ICU visiting hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM – 9:00 AM. Limit two (2) visitors per patient. A waiting area outside ICU is available for family or visitors of ICU patients.
Imaging and Radiology
Provides inpatient and outpatient x-ray, ultrasound, CAT scan, DEXA scans, nuclear medicine, and MRI.
DEXA scans check bone strength by measuring a small part of one bone or a few bones. Results from this exam help in the diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis – osteopenia, bone loss, and fractures. DEXA scans are recommended by the American Medical Association for women ages 65 and older, men 70 years and older, and some younger patients with higher than normal chances of fracture due to certain health conditions. Most insurance companies cover this screening exam and Medicare covers a scan every 2 years.
Your primary care physician or OBGYN may submit an order for a DEXA scan. Be sure to with your insurance company to see if the DEXA scan is covered, then contact your primary care physician to discuss the DEXA scan and whether it is right for you.
All appointments are scheduled with the Radiology Department at 601-740-2160.
Rehabilitation Services
Provides inpatient and outpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Please call the following numbers for more information, Inpatient Rehab: 601-740-2031 and Outpatient Rehab: 601-444-0030. More information on Forrest Health Outpatient Rehabiliation - Marion County.
Respiratory Therapy
Provides inpatient and outpatient EEGs, EKGs, PFT screening, stress tests, arterial blood gas studies, and breathing treatments. Call 601-740-2134 for more information on how to schedule a procedure.
Services provided include care for acute illness, along with routine health care maintenance, minor surgical procedures, administrative health care examinations, diagnostic and therapeutic services, and supplies and other services provided consisting of primary medical care.
Women's Services at Marion General Rural Health Clinic
At the rural health clinic, we offer women's health services ranging from yearly exams, STI screenings, birth control options and pregnancy confirmations.
Transitional Care Unit (Swing Bed)
Swing Bed Services are available to provide care to those individuals who need extended care beyond their acute care stay for physical therapy, nursing, and other skilled care.
Learn more about transitional care at Forrest Health.
Infusion Services
Infusion therapy is prescribed by a physician when oral medication is ineffective or inappropriate for a particular illness or patient. We provide outpatient infusion services to treat conditions including, but not limited to, dehydration, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, anemia, and osteoporosis. Our services include the infusion of intravenous antibiotics, iron replacement therapy, hydration therapy, and blood transfusions. Injections such as vaccines and other injectable medications are also provided.
Laboratory
Clinical laboratory offers a wide range of test and services to meet the needs of the community.
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