As another year comes to an end, I would like to say thank you to the people who keep healthcare moving forward in Mississippi. Top of mind for me is a thank you to the outstanding staff at our Merit Health hospitals and clinics across the region. These team members deliver safe, quality healthcare, and have continued going above and beyond in this second year of the pandemic. They attend to the ebb and flow of patient surges and adjust to ever-changing guidelines. Delivering care with compassion, they ... ... Read More

Start the new year right by committing to you in 2022. Simple actions can make a big impact on your health over time. Morgan Miller, M.D., a primary care physician with Merit Health Medical Group in Byram, shares a few to consider this year. Connect with others . Spend time with friends, family and those you care about. You’ll benefit your mental well-being and your physical health. Studies show that people who have close friends and family are healthier and live much longer than those who do not. Get y... ... Read More

David Sinclair, M.D., FAANEM, has joined Merit Health Medical Group in Jackson. Dr. Sinclair is a neurologist with subspecialty board certifications in epilepsy, clinical neurophysiology, and electrodiagnostic medicine. He will be joining Merit Health Medical Group to provide inpatient and outpatient consultation for patients with the spectrum of neurological disorders including but not limited to headache, epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, movement disorders, cognitive impairment, with performance of ... ... Read More

Merit Health Central is hosting a career fair on Thursday, August 12, from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the Lagniappe Room on the first floor of the hospital. The event is specifically targeting licensed professional nurses (LPNs). Attendees can speak with nurse leadership and learn first-hand about job openings, complete an application with HR, enjoy food, prizes and learn about new LPN pay rates and tuition reimbursement for the LPN to RN track. For more information, contact the nurse recruiter at (601) 573-4254. ... Read More

As pandemic restrictions are lifted, and the country eases back into large gatherings and social events, Dr. Derek M. Culnan, interim medical director of the Joseph M. Still Burn and Reconstructive Center at Merit Health Central in Jackson, MS, wants to wish everyone a safe, friends-and-family-filled Fourth of July weekend. “It’s the start of summer and, before we head outside for the holiday weekend, I would like to remind everyone to wear sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses during the day to help prevent ... ... Read More

Merit Health is hosting a Nurse Career Social at the MS Braves’ First Responder Day on Wednesday, June 23, from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Trustmark Park Stadium, located at 1 Braves Boulevard in Pearl. Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and nurse graduates are invited. Game admission is FREE with work or student ID. Stop by the Merit Health tent by the ticket office for VIP access to this event on the Party Deck! Attendees will have an opportunity to learn first-hand about RN and LPN openings a... ... Read More

Merit Health Central has named David C. Henry, FACHE, as the new chief executive officer, effective May 24, 2021. “I am excited to work with and support the employees and medical staff as we continue the momentum of making Merit Health Central a great place for employees to work, physicians to practice and patients to receive compassionate, quality care in a safe and patient-focused environment,” said Henry. Henry’s healthcare background is diverse, as he has success in physician recruiting, patient exp... ... Read More

Pay attention to the warning signs and don’t let the pandemic stop you. We’ve changed habits and actions to protect our health during the pandemic, but one thing still remains the same – we need to take quick action with a possible heart attack or stroke. Life-threatening blockages and arrhythmias, or stroke, need timely detection and treatment to support the best possible outcome. Waiting to get help can increase the damage to heart muscle or brain tissue. Merit Health has resources ready to support di... ... Read More

Scheduling a colonoscopy is not something anyone anticipates with pleasure. In fact, so much anxiety and fear of the unknown is associated with the procedure that many put off having one indefinitely or until serious health issues arise. Dr. Telciane Vesa, a gastroenterologist at Merit Health Medical Group in Jackson, said patients often focus on the prep work required beforehand without considering the benefits of undergoing what can often be a life-saving test. “Many patients have never had a colonosc... ... Read More

Gastroenterologist Telciane Vesa, M.D., has joined Merit Health Medical Group in Jackson. Dr. Vesa specializes in the diagnosis of conditions that affect the GI tract. This includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon) and biliary system. She is experienced in upper endoscopies, colonoscopies and advanced endoscopy procedures. Dr. Vesa has a special interest in gastroesophageal and colon cancer prevention. Dr. Vesa offers direct referral screening colonoscopies, which allows ... ... Read More