Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center Mercer University School of Medicine

08/28/2026

Check out the latest issue of For Rural: garuralhealth.link/AUG2026

08/28/2026

We’re excited to welcome two new research assistants from Mercer University School of Medicine’s Rural Health Sciences PhD program to GRHIC. Adori Glover and Kiarra Meadows will work alongside Anne Montgomery, PhD, GRHIC biostatistician and associate professor and program director at MUSM, to support research and GRHIC projects.

08/27/2026

🔸 Prescription For Prevention Conference 🔸
Sept. 18, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
🔗 Register: garuralhealth.link/CWC

Join us for a free, full-day conference addressing the opioid crisis in rural communities. This event is designed for physicians, healthcare professionals, counselors, social workers and advocates.

In partnership with CWC Alliance, Mercer University School of Medicine, and the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center

08/26/2026

On September 9, Collin Dubick, MD, an expert in pediatric infectious diseases, will lead a free training session on the most commonly encountered central nervous system infections in children. The session is part of the Pediatric Alliance Webinar Series, a monthly program featuring subject-matter experts on a range of topics. Participants can earn free CME and CNE credits.

Register today: garuralhealth.link/PAWS

08/25/2026

🌾ATTENTION GEORGIA FARMERS:

Researchers at Mercer University School of Medicine are conducting a study to better understand cancer prevention practices among Georgia farmers, including sun (UV) exposure and pesticide safety.

Your participation will help support the development of future educational programs and resources designed specifically for farmers across the state.

🔗 https://garuralhealth.link/farmer-survey

08/23/2026

Don't miss our documentary Monday at 9 p.m. on GPB! Follow rural medical providers across Georgia and see the creative approaches they are taking to deliver care in underserved communities.

"Georgia Rising" features GRHIC rural partners and Mercer University School of Medicine faculty, students and alumni.

08/22/2026

Tune in to GPB on Monday at 9 p.m. to watch "Georgia Rising: A Rural Health Story."

"Georgia Rising" features GRHIC rural partners and Mercer University School of Medicine faculty, students and alumni.

08/21/2026

We thank everyone who joined us for our orange carpet event and the community screening of “Georgia Rising: A Rural Health Story” as part of the Macon Film Festival.

GPB will air the documentary at 9 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, and it will be available to stream on PBS.org.

Read for more: garuralhealth.link/georgiarising

The challenges facing rural healthcare and the people dedicated to addressing them were spotlighted Aug. 19 during a community screening of “Georgia Rising: A Rural Health Story.”

08/18/2026

“Georgia Rising: A Rural Health Story” Premiere
Featuring Keisha Callins, MD:

Mercer University School of Medicine professor and preceptor, Callins is a rural OB-GYN serving Jones and Twiggs counties. On any given day, you will find her caring for patients, mentoring medical students and advocating for improved maternal health.

📍 Douglass Theatre, Macon
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026
🕕 Orange Carpet: 6:15 p.m.
🎬 Screening: 7:00 p.m.
Reserve Your Seat: garuralhealth.link/GeorgiaRising
For More: www.garisingmovie.com

08/17/2026