What Monroe County Hospital’s Swing Bed program means for you and your family. When families walk through the doors of Monroe County Hospital to check in on a loved one in our Swing Bed program, many of them say the same thing before they even round the corner: “This place just feels like home. It just feels like family.” That …
Monroe County Hospital’s Chief Executive Officer, Casey Fleckenstein, BSN, RN, has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2026 list of Women Hospital and Health System Presidents and CEOs to Know. The list recognizes 236 women leading hospitals and health systems across the country, and Fleckenstein certainly earned recognition this year through her dedication to advancing health care in Monroe County. …
Dr. Craig Caldwell, an internist with Internal Medicine Associates of Middle Georgia, retired after more than four decades of serving patients in Monroe County and middle Georgia. “The best part of this was just the people and the patients,” said Dr. Caldwell. “The people that I work with, the community, has been great. I’ve been very thankful to have been …
Too often, “getting healthy” sounds like an all-or-nothing overhaul — new diet, new gym membership, new you by Monday. But real, lasting wellness doesn’t work that way. It’s built in the quiet, ordinary moments: a ten-minute walk after dinner, a glass of water before your morning coffee, a conversation with someone you love. This August, Monroe County Hospital is celebrating …
Did you know Monroe County Hospital offers a full radiology suite — right here in your community? From X-rays to 3D mammography, we’re answering your top imaging FAQs so you can feel informed and confident about your care. What can an X-ray detect? X-rays are one of the most common and versatile imaging tools available. They’re used to detect broken …
Monroe County Hospital has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 100 Critical Access Hospitals to Know for 2026, a prestigious national list recognizing critical access hospitals that are expanding service lines, embracing technological innovation, and meaningfully reducing how far patients must travel to receive both general and specialty care. In the most remote parts of the country, critical access hospitals stand …
Recognition Highlights the Power of Homegrown Leadership in Rural Healthcare FORSYTH, Ga., May 2026 — Monroe County Hospital (MCH) is pleased to announce that its Chief Executive Officer, Casey Fleckenstein, BSN, RN, has been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of the Top 146 Rural Hospital and Health System Presidents and CEOs to Know in 2026. This national distinction highlights …
February is Gallbladder and Bile Duct Cancer Awareness Month, a time to highlight often-overlooked conditions affecting these important parts of the digestive system, including gallstones. While many people with gallstones have no symptoms, when they do cause problems, it’s important to recognize the signs that require emergency care. At Monroe County Hospital, our 24/7 Emergency Department is here to help …
When you think of heart health, you might picture medications, diet changes, or cardiac rehab, but for many patients, infusion therapy plays a critical role in managing cardiovascular conditions. At Monroe County Hospital, our Infusion Center offers personalized, outpatient care in a quiet, comfortable setting, close to home. How Does Infusion Therapy Help the Heart? Infusion therapy delivers medications or …
