HopeHealth

10/16/2026

Downcountry Grill specials for the week of 10/19:

Breakfast special: English muffins

Monday: All-beef hot dogs with choice of topping (slaw, relish, chili, grilled or raw onion)
Tuesday: Beef or Chicken Nachos topped with lettuce, tomato, sour cream, and pickled jalapeño
Wednesday: Cheese or Pepperoni Calzone
Thursday: Hamburger Steaks with mash potato, gravy, corn, and peas
Friday: Italian Hoagie-salami, ham, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, tomato, and sub oil

10/16/2026

A Message to Our Pediatric Families at HopeHealth Eastern Carolina Pediatrics:

Transitions can be challenging, and we recognize that recent changes at our newest pediatric practice have presented some challenges and frustration. With that in mind, we have launched a direct line to address all concerns at (843) 620-3780. Please contact us directly if you experience any issues related to your child's care.

As we have welcomed the practice into the HopeHealth family and transitioned them to a new electronic health record system, there have been longer wait times, delays with prescription requests, and other frustrations. For that, we sincerely apologize.

We know how important timely, dependable care is when it comes to your children. We also understand your time is valuable and that you have placed tremendous trust in this practice for years. Please be reassured that we hear you. Our team is working diligently to address these challenges, improve our processes, and provide the level of service you deserve. We are especially grateful for the patience and kindness so many of you have shown staff as they navigate these changes while continuing to care for your children.

The provider and staff commitment to your family hasn't changed. We are excited about the future of this practice as part of HopeHealth, and we look forward to earning your continued confidence. Again, If you experience any issues or interruptions in care, please call (843) 620-3780.

Thank you for trusting us with your family’s care.

Your HopeHealth Team

10/16/2026

We had four new providers join us in September! Help us give them a warm welcome!

Nigel Taylor, MD (Florence)
Josh Summerford, DNP, FNP-BC (Florence)
Radhika Swaminathan, DDS (Lake City)
Madison Packer, DO (Manning)

Read more about them in their media releases at hope-health.org/news.

10/13/2026

October is National Mental Health Screening Month.

Mental Health America has screenings for so many different conditions-take a look!

Not sure where to start? We’re testing a new Universal Mental Health Screening. It covers over 12 common mental health conditions in 5-10 minutes. Click below to learn more, or scroll down to pick a specific condition. Try the Universal Mental Health Screening

10/09/2026

Vote for HopeHealth in The Post & Courier P*e Dee Readers' Choice Awards! The last day to vote is October 20.

Categories:
Counselor or Therapist- Nicholas Lee, LPC - HopeHealth
Family Doctor-Dr. Joseph Hoyle - HopeHealth
Dr. Joseph Acaylar-HopeHealth
Family Practice-HopeHealth
Pediatric Care-HopeHealth Pediatrics
Pharmacy-HopeHealth Pharmacy

https://www.postandcourier.com/pee-dee/contests/readers-choice/ #/gallery?group=560096

10/09/2026

Downcountry Grill specials for the week of 10/9:

Breakfast Special:
Country Ham egg and cheese biscuit

Lunch Special
Monday: Baked Loaded Mac and cheese with Fried Chicken, bacon, and topped with green onions
Tuesday: Chicken tinga tacos (2) topped with Oaxaca cheese and cilantro. Served with a choice of side.
Wednesday: Pepperoni and Cheese Calzones
Thursday: BBQ pulled pork sandwich with pickle and mustard
Friday: Chicken Pot Pie with corn, green beans, and cheesy potatoes.

10/07/2026

Staff attended Senior Citizens Awareness Day hosted by Williamsburg County Parks and Recreation. Attendees heard about services offered for senior citizens at HopeHealth and other companies/organizations.

10/07/2026

Welcome to the HopeHealth Family!

Francis Acaylar, MD, pediatrician
Knassia Brooks, CCMA, medical assistant
Bobby Bryant, security officer
Gabriell Fogle, RPhT, specialty pharmacy technician
Twarnisha Gregg, RPhT, retail pharmacy technician
Kathleen Harvin, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, nurse practitioner
Kevin Miller, security officer

10/06/2026

October is National Medicine Abuse Awareness Month.
See the link below for a fact sheet on teens and medicine.

https://www.cadca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/FactSheet-Teens_DoP_2025.pdf

10/05/2026

Addressing and preventing bullying is something that everyone can do.

This visit stopbullying.gov/ and learn how to help for good.