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The rapidly advancing technology of the medical field is readily available
in Warner Robins. Extremely proud of the reputation of its medical community,
more than 100 physicians and dentists provide care to residents all over Middle
Georgia. Additional health services from clinics to nursing homes are also
available as is the Community Crisis Center which serves as a source of information,
counseling, and referrals. Warner Robins is well prepared to meet the ever-changing
needs of a growing community. Houston Medical
Center (1601 Watson Boulevard)
is a 186-bed nonprofit acute care facility. From round-the-clock emergency
care to rehabilitation services, from surgery to psychiatric treatment, from
primary care to advanced specialized treatment, Houston Medical Center provides
an extensive range of medical services. As part of the comprehensive care
available locally at the hospital, the Houston Medical Center offers the latest
in diagnostics including MRI, CT Scan, and Video EEG monitoring. Lithotripsy,
oncology care, an expanded emergency department, and The Women’s Center
featuring birthing suites and a neonatal intensive care nursery. Board certified
surgeons perform a variety of procedures in the Laparoscopic Surgery Center
of Excellence. A complete cardiac catherization lab, called the Houston Heart
Institute, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. A
recent addition to the medical community and the overall welfare of Warner
Robins is the new Houston County Emergency 911 team. This 911 service identifies
your location as soon as the last "1" is dialed. The dispatchers
not only receive your call, but they also dispatch police, fire, and medical
units to your location direct from the center.
Warner Robins consistently provides its residents with convenient access
to top-notch facilities, as well as peace of mind. Houston Healthcare is home
to Houston Medical Center and offers other services of healthcare including
outreach programs like the Houston Health Pavilion located at the Houston
Mall in Warner Robins. The Complex includes the Pavilion Rehabilitation Center
for physical therapy, occupational therapy and sports medicine; the Pavilion
Diagnostic Center with outpatient radiology and diagnostic services; and the
Pavilion Counseling and Psychological Services Center. Houston Healthcare
Complex also provides walk-in facilities for minor healthcare needs at the
Houston Lake and Pavilion Med-Stops. They are staffed by physicians and registered
nurses. These sites offer on-site laboratory and x-ray services. Houston Healthcare’s
Occupational Health and Wellness Center offers specialized services to businesses
and industries. Services include pre-placement physicals, substance abuse
testing, travel medicine, and workers comp care under the direction of a board
certified occupation medicine physician. Neighboring Perry Hospital is a comprehensive
medical facility, offering primary and specialized healthcare services to
all in need. It’s most recent expansion includes a Surgery Center, providing
the latest in laparoscopy and endoscopy, and Serenity Gate, an inpatient Hospice
and palliative care unit, a service of Hospice of Houston County. Health Source
is a free physician referral and health information service; call 923-9771
during normal business hours.
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