At Hattiesburg Clinic, you'll find more than just your hometown doctor's office. As the state's largest multi-specialty clinic, our more than 220 physicians provide services tailored specifically to the physical and emotional needs of every patient.
From family medicine to medical specialists, come explore some of the many reasons why Hattiesburg Clinic has been the health care provider of choice for South Mississippi for more than 45 years.
Gillespie Joins Petal Family Practice
George E. “Tripp” Gillespie, D.O., recently joined Petal Family Practice Clinic.
Dr. Gillespie – a Hattiesburg native – holds a medical degree from the University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City, Mo. He completed a family medicine internship and residency at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.
Dr. Gillespie is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Osteopathic Association, Mississippi Academy of Family Physicians, Mississippi Osteopathic Medical Association, and American Medical Association.
In his new position, he joins Theodore E. Atkinson, III, M.D.; Donald V. Conerly, M.D.; Robert F. Heath, M.D.; Rodney N. Lovitt, M.D.; and Keith M. Simnicht, M.D.
Construction Updates: Immediate Care on Thornhill Drive to Reopen
Hattiesburg Clinic’s Immediate Care at 105 Thornhill Drive in Hattiesburg will reopen July 30 after closing temporarily for renovations. Immediate Care’s enlarged waiting area and additional exam rooms will be more accommodating for patients and staff.
Anyone needing non-emergency medical attention can visit the clinic to see Lisa C. Bushardt, M.D.; Samuel N. Crosby, M.D.; Nancy J. Perrizo, M.D.; and Maria C. Soriano, M.D. For more information or directions to Immediate Care, call 601-261-3737.
NRC Participates in Alzheimer’s Disease Research Featured in NY Times Article
Ronald L. Schwartz, M.D., C.P.I, the director and principal investigator of the Neurological Research Center at Hattiesburg Clinic, is working with patients to participate in the same study that was recently referenced in The New York Times’ “The Vanishing Mind; Promise Seen for Detection of Alzheimer’s” article. Read the full article at www.nytimes.com. For more information about how NRC is participating in this study, call 601-579-5345.
Laser Suite Ribbon Cutting, Open House
Eye Physicians & Surgeons, a service of Hattiesburg Clinic, recently held an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the new Laser Suite located on the first floor of the main clinic.
Providers and employees viewed the new suite, received information on Z-LASIK – the newest procedure being performed by Eye Physicians & Surgeons’ Christopher L. Cooley, M.D. – and enjoyed refreshments during the gathering.
The newly renovated space that makes up the Laser Suite was previously two examination rooms that were combined to create a space for Dr. Cooley to perform Z-LASIK.
This advanced LASIK procedure offers a blade free option with less discomfort and a shorter recovery time. For more information, call 601-579-5300 or visit www.hattiesburgclinic.com.
New Provider Joins Lake Serene Clinic
Shay M. Hudson, F.N.P., has joined Lake Serene Clinic as a part-time provider. Click here to read the full story.
The Breast Center Recognized for Innovation and Patient Care
The Breast Center at Hattiesburg Clinic was recently recognized for its focus on innovation and patient care by Imaging Technology News, a publication that serves as a resource for medical imaging and radiation oncology professionals.
The publication released its list of “Top Women’s Imaging Centers to Watch in 2010,” in which the five most advanced and forward-thinking imaging centers across the country were recognized.
Read the full story here.
Spine Center Expands Services to Picayune
In collaboration with Forrest General Hospital and Lowery A. Woodall Outpatient Surgical Center, Hattiesburg Clinic's Spine Center recently announced plans to expand its services to the Picayune area under the distinction as Spine Center - Picayune.
Read the full story here.
Immediate Care on Thornhill Drive to Close for Renovations
Hattiesburg Clinic’s Immediate Care located on Thornhill Drive in Hattiesburg will be closing temporarily for renovations beginning June 1. The project is slated to last between eight and 10 weeks.
Patients who typically visit Immediate Care on Thornhill Drive in Hattiesburg will not have to fill out new paperwork at Cloverleaf Immediate Care due to the clinic’s electronic medical records system.
During this time, Lisa C. Bushardt, M.D.; Samuel N. Crosby, M.D.; Nancy J. Perrizo, M.D.; and Maria C. Soriano, M.D., will be seeing patients at Cloverleaf Immediate Care located on U.S. Hwy 49. For more information or for directions, call 601-296-2800.
Connections has Moved
Connections, a service of Hattiesburg Clinic, has moved from its former location of 1101 B. South 28th Ave. in Hattiesburg to its new home located at 2 Southern Pointe Parkway, Suite 200 in Hattiesburg. Click here for complete details.
Sports Medicine to Host Annual Sports Medicine Conference
NEW $5 Prescriptions from Owl Drug Store
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Hattiesburg Clinic's Lynn Cook Hartwig Scholarship application
