Memorial Satilla Health
Patients that would definitely recommend
14% lower than the national average
Memorial Satilla Health is a medical facility located in Waycross, GA. This hospital has been recognized for Patient Safety Excellence Award™.
Awards
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Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
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Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
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Heart Attack
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Heart Failure
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Complication Based Ratings
Diabetic Emergencies
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Pulmonary Embolism
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Respiratory Failure
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Sepsis
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Complication Based Ratings
Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Bowel Obstruction
Mortality In-Hospital
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Colorectal Surgeries
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Mortality Based Ratings
Stroke
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Complication Based Ratings
Hip Fracture Treatment
In Hospital
Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Mortality In-Hospital
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Pneumonia
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Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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National Average
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
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National Average
Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
Winnie Thomas May 30 2023
Review for Dr. Nayak
Dr. Ovidiu is the best! He answers all of your questions and is so patient. He is very thorough and really cares about your health and well being. If you need a doc, go to him!
May 29 2023
Review for Dr. Popa
I was kind of disappointed. I thought and was told that Dr. Horn went above and beyond. I didn't get that impression today at all. It's right before Memorial Day Weekend. After I had an initial visit with Dr. Horn on February 1, 2023 which was over 3 months ago and then today May 25, 2023 I was...
May 26 2023
Review for Dr. Horn IV
I will never go anywhere else, he and the staff are so kind and quick and efficient in their professions. They really care about your health and well being and make sure that you know it.
Apr 25 2023
Review for Dr. Popa
Location
Memorial Satilla Health
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Memorial Satilla Health located?
Memorial Satilla Health is located at 1900 Tebeau St, Waycross, GA 31501. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has Memorial Satilla Health won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, Memorial Satilla Health has been awarded with Patient Safety Excellence Award™ in the past two years.
Is Memorial Satilla Health highly rated with patients?
67% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does Memorial Satilla Health score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 12 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at Memorial Satilla Health?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades Memorial Satilla Health profile..
How does Memorial Satilla Health rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
Healthgrades provides detailed information on hospital safety and outcomes for patients. Click here to learn more about hospital safety.
I have had nothing but good experiences with Dr. Nayak. He takes all the time and is very thorough when answering questions!