Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Earns Re-Certification From DNV as Primary Stroke Center

Albany, GA – Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (PPMH) has received re-certification from DNV as a Primary Stroke Center, affirming the hospital’s readiness to handle a full range of stroke-related medical emergencies. “This certification lets our community know we have the resources and commitment to provide the best possible stroke care. It’s a combination of the right […]

Albany State University Generates $282 Million Economic Impact in FY 2024

ALBANY, Ga. – Albany State University (ASU) contributed $282,164,316 to the Georgia economy in Fiscal Year 2024, supporting 2,666 jobs across the region, according to a new University System of Georgia (USG) report. This represents a 6% increase over ASU’s 2023 economic impact. “These numbers highlight Albany State University’s dual role as a powerful economic engine […]

Phoebe Names Physician and Advanced Practice Provider of the Year

Albany, GA – Two outstanding members of the Phoebe Putney Health System healthcare team, Aedan P. McDonough, MD, and Lauren A. Swain, NP have been named this year’s Phoebe’s Physician of the Year and Advanced Practice Provider of the Year. Their dedication to excellence, compassionate care, and professional achievements embody Phoebe’s mission to improve the health and […]

‘A Ray of Sunshine’: PPMH Labor & Delivery Nurse Recognized with DAISY Award for Unforgettable Support

Albany, GA – Kyra Laney, a dedicated labor and delivery nurse at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital has been recognized with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, an international honor that celebrates the compassionate care nurses provide patients and their families every day. The heartfelt nomination came from a grateful family who faced an unexpected and […]

Phoebe Enhances Cardiac Care with Renovated Catheterization Lab And National Recognition from the American Heart Association

  Albany, GA – Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (PPMH) continues to advance its delivery of lifesaving cardiovascular care in southwest Georgia with the completion of a major renovation of its Cardiac Catheterization Lab. The upgrades coincide with three national awards from the American Heart Association, recognizing Phoebe’s commitment to exceptional care for heart attack and stroke […]

Albany Technical College Police Department Recognized in Historic Celebration of Campus Safety Excellence

Albany, Georgia – Albany Technical College’s Police Department was honored today during a special statewide Awards Luncheon recognizing a groundbreaking achievement: all 21 college police departments within the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) have officially earned State Certification—a historic first for any college system in the nation. Held on July 22, 2025, the luncheon celebrated […]