Doctors Hospital of Augusta

ER Care for Kids

Fast & Convenient

When your kid is having an emergency, bring them to an ER that specializes in caring for them.

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World Class Orthopedic Care

Live Your Healthy(SM)

Our care plan is designed around getting you back on your feet. Let us help get rid of the pain.

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Where Families are Born

Family-Centered Maternity Care

Having a baby is an exciting time in your life; let us help you prepare for the new adventures to come.

Having your baby

Fast ER Care

We Treat the Entire Family

From pains and strains to stomach aches and injuries, we see you fast.

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Get Back to Life...Faster!

Bigger Doesn’t Always Mean Better.

We are home to the Advanced Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery.

Learn about minimally invasive care

Our Mission

Doctors Hospital is an area leader in leading-edge, quality healthcare. Home to the Joseph M. Still Burn Center, the largest burn center in the country, we are “A” rated in patient safety by the independent Leapfrog Group. We are also only one of about 4% of hospitals in the country to be recognized as a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission for the fourth year in a row.

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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Feb 01, 2019

What are some common knee injuries?

The most common knee injuries are sprains, ligament tears, dislocations and fractures. Knee injuries are one of the most common reasons people will go see their doctor. You put a lot of wear and te...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

How can I prevent pain while using a computer?

If you’re at a computer all day, you’re at risk for repetitive motion injuries from constantly typing on the computer as you may develop wrist pain or develop pain in the shoulder becau...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

What causes heartburn?

What causes heartburn and what triggers heartburn are two different discussions. The cause is the failure of your lower esophageal sphincter to tighten as it’s supposed to. Eating too much to...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

Can milk soothe acid reflux?

You may experience short-term relief, but milk is not a long-term solution to acid reflux. The best thing to do is to work with a doctor to create a plan to treat your acid reflux disease (GERD).
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

What will happen if I don't treat my acid reflux?

First off, acid reflux disease (GERD) can be very uncomfortable to live with. Without treatment the symptoms will only get worse. You could develop narrowing of the esophagus, which makes it more d...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

How can I prevent stiffness and pain in my joints as I get older?

The number one way to prevent pain and stiffness in joints as you age is to stay active. If you don't move it, it won't move. If you are starting to get stiff joints, there are some over-t...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

What is pelvic organ prolapse?

Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the muscles that hold the pelvic organs (bladder, urethra, uterus, vagina, small bowel and rectum) get weak or stretched. This causes one or more of those organs t...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

What is a ball and socket joint?

A ball and socket joint is what it sounds like. Your shoulder joint and your hip joint are shaped like a ball. The other sides of those joints look like a cup and that's why it is called a ball...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

What are the effects of over exertion on the joints?

Overexertion is a big deal. You can cause overexertion just from lifting a box or moving a piece of furniture. When you bend over, your spine has a natural curvature to it and when we bend forward ...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

What is medical oncology?

Medical oncology is the study and treatment of malignant diseases and cancers. It is a subspecialty of internal medicine. In most cases, medical oncologists see patients who have already been diagn...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

How does endometriosis change with age?

Endometriosis doesn’t have to worsen with age. While endometriosis is a chronic condition that has no cure, there are effective treatments that can help manage the pain and fertility issues.
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

What is heartburn?

Heartburn is a burning feeling you get in your esophagus. Despite its name, it has nothing to do with your heart. It’s caused by stomach acid. If you get it every once in a while, it’s ...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

Why does my hip hurt?

Your hip can hurt due to a variety of causes. The most common causes of hip pain are arthritis or injury. After repeated use, your hip socket can get worn down. A lot of people are in pain because ...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

What foods are the worst triggers for acid reflux?

Here are the top 10 triggers for acid reflux. This is not a complete list, for sure. Avoid the foods that you know are going to cause you problems! tomatoes citrus fruits onions carbonated dr...
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Doctors Hospital of Augusta has answered a question
On Jan 30, 2019

What can trigger heartburn?

Stress, a lack of sleep, smoking and certain foods can cause heartburn. The biggest food culprits are: tomatoes citrus fruits onions carbonated drinks alcohol spicy foods fried foods coff...
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