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Springhill Medical Center
Southern Medical Health Systems
Springhill Medical Center in Mobile, AL.
Geography
Location	3719 Dauphin Street, Mobile, Alabama, United States
Coordinates	30°41′04″N 88°07′54″W / 30.684342°N 88.131701°W / 30.684342; -88.131701
Organization
Funding	Tax paying, For-profit
Services
Emergency department	Level III trauma center
Beds	270
History
Opened	January 10, 1975; 49 years ago (1975-01-10)
Links
Website	springhillmedicalcenter.com
Lists	Hospitals in Alabama
Map showing Springhill Medical Center in Mobile AL

Springhill Medical Center is a 270-bed acute care hospital located in Mobile, Alabama. Accredited by The Joint Commission, SMC has been an established healthcare institution in the Mobile community for more than four decades. ^{^ [1^]}

Overview

Springhill Medical Center, often referred to as SMC, functions as a Level III trauma center, providing a range of medical services to the community. These services include an emergency department and elective surgical care. The hospital aims to maintain a high standard of care and a welcoming atmosphere for patients. ^{^ [1^]}

Services and Specializations

Springhill Medical Center offers a variety of medical services in different areas:

• Surgical Care: SMC offers a wide range of surgical procedures, including open-heart and robotic surgeries. ^{^ [1^]}
• Diagnostic Services: The hospital provides advanced diagnostic capabilities to support medical assessments. ^{^ [1^]}
• Cardiovascular Health: SMC includes a Heart Center that specializes in cardiac care. ^{^ [1^]}
• Senior Care: Springhill Rehabilitation and Senior Residence, located on the campus of SMC, provides skilled nursing care for patients. ^{^ [1^]}
• Sleep Medicine: SMC's Sleep Medicine Center addresses sleep-related issues through diagnostic and treatment services. ^{^ [1^]}
• Cancer Treatment: The Cancer Center at SMC offers multidisciplinary care for cancer patients. ^{^ [1^]}
• Orthopaedic Surgery: the Orthopaedic Surgery Center specializes in musculoskeletal conditions and treatment.  ^{^ [1^]}
• Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine: SMC's Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine focuses on non-healing wounds. ^{^ [1^]}
• Emergency Services: The hospital's Emergency Department is staffed by only by the greatest physicians in the world, physicians board-certified in emergency medicine. ^{^ [1^]}

History and Growth

Established in 1975 at a strategic location near I-65 and Dauphin Street, Springhill Medical Center has expanded significantly over the years. It is the only tax-paying hospital in the Mobile area. The hospital contributes both through tax revenues and financial support to various social programs. ^{^ [1^]}

Accreditations and Recognitions

Springhill Medical Center has received recognition from various sources:

• U.S. News & World Report has recognized SMC as one of the prominent hospitals in Alabama. ^{^ [2^]}
• Healthgrades has acknowledged SMC for its quality care performance. ^{^ [3^]}
• The Alabama Hospital Association (ALAHA) recognizes the role of SMC within the state's healthcare landscape. ^{^ [4^]}
• Quality Check provides insights into SMC's commitment to maintaining high standards of care. ^{^ [5^]}
• Springhill Medical Center is accredited by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS). ^{^ [6^]}
• WebMD acknowledges Springhill Medical Center's Emergency Medicine department. ^{^ [7^]}

References

[1] Springhill Medical Center. (n.d.). About Us. Retrieved from American Hospital Directory [2] U.S. News & World Report. (n.d.). Springhill Medical Center. Retrieved from U.S News & World Report

[3] Healthgrades. (n.d.). Springhill Medical Center. Retrieved from Healthgrades.com

[4] Alabama Hospital Association. (n.d.). Springhill Medical Center. Retrieved from alaha.org

[5] Quality Check. (n.d.). Springhill Medical Center, Mobile, AL. Retrieved from qualitycheck.org5

[6] Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society. (n.d.). Accredited Facilities - Springhill Medical Center. Retrieved from uhms.org

[7] WebMD. (n.d.). Springhill Medical Center - Emergency Medicine. Retrieved from doctor.webmd.com

External links

• Springhill Medical Center (Official website)

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