In-house test for preeclampsia first in Georgia and "game changer" for MCG
Wellstar MCG Health recently became the first hospital in Georgia to offer in-house risk assessment testing for severe preeclampsia.






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Wellstar MCG Health recently became the first hospital in Georgia to offer in-house risk assessment testing for severe preeclampsia.

Nearly 1,800 military-connected students are part of the Augusta University community, including 870 who use military education benefits.

"I appreciate our academic affairs team and their rapid and thoughtful response to make these additions to our curriculum," says MCG Dean David Hess, MD.

"He understands that investing in medical education, research, and physician training is ultimately an investment in the health of every Georgian," says David Hess, MD.