What is “Tech Neck?”
The human head weighs around 10-12 pounds, gracefully balanced on our cervical spine. A tremendous amount of strain is put on this region, especially looking at computers, mobile phones and…
Read More 
Flu and Measles Update
Measles has been mentioned frequently in the news media this season. There are 933 cases in the South Carolina measles outbreak, that state’s Department of Public Health reported on Feb.…
Read More 
Lecture: Innovations in Joint Health
Please join us at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, at the Cultural Center Theatre, for the next lecture in the 2026 Medical Center Lecture Series, when James Voos, M.D.,…
Read More 
Eight Ways to Love Your Heart
February is American Heart Month, and heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Some risk factors such as genetics and age are beyond your control;…
Read More 
MCOR Welcomes New Dermatology Specialist
The Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of Mohs Surgeon Peter G. Bittar, M.D., to the Visiting Specialists Program. Dr. Bittar is a double-board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs…
Read More 
Introducing MCOR’s new Chief Operating Officer
The Medical Center at Ocean Reef is pleased to announce the addition of Jill Burgess as Chief Operating Officer. Jill Burgess brings 35+ years of health care leadership, starting with…
Read More 
Wintertime Dry Skin
It only takes a few low humidity, cool days to bring on dry skin conditions. Aging also plays a big part in dry skin as the skins epidermis begins to…
Read More 
Up Your Walking Game
All of January is “Walk Your Dog Month”- yes, it’s actually a thing. A fun little fact: The largest dog walk “The Great North Dog Walk” was organized in the…
Read More 
Lecture Series: The Diagnosis and Treatment of Tremors
Please join us at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16 at the Cultural Centre Theatre for the latest lecture in the 2024 Lecture Series with speaker Justin Sporrer, M.D., director of…
Read More 
What is Your 2024 Health Goal?
Bring in the New Year with a renewed commitment to achieving a health goal. Start with small strides and keep building to attain your goal. Common goals are exercise, daily…
Read More