Hartselle Medical Center

Get to know the caring face of healthcare in your community at Hartselle Medical Center. Our highly skilled team of health care professionals is dedicated to keeping you and your family healthy.

Emergency Services

You do not plan to visit the emergency department. It just happens, and usually when you least expect it. At Hartselle Medical Center, we practice a philosophy of emergency care called ER, which helps further our goal that you will receive quality medical care as quickly and professionally as possible.

At Hartselle Medical Center, our trained ER nurses and physicians are here to make your visit as comfortable and relaxed as possible. From our modern day technology and equipment to our attractive, clean and well-organized appearance, at Hartselle Medical Center our goal is to bring you quality emergency care.

The ER Goal

The ER goal is for you to have access 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week, to qualified physicians who take the time to listen to what you have to say. You will be greeted warmly by nurses who are truly compassionate and a registration staff that understands that people come before paperwork.

Our team of trained physicians, nurses and technicians are able to provide fast, quality care. They will listen to you, examine you carefully and prescribe a treatment plan that you will understand and believe in.

At our emergency department, ER represents a commitment to providing quality service by meeting the needs of our patients and their families with courtesy and respect. Your emergency experience at ER should be one of care, concern and attention to your emotional and physical needs. It is our goal not only to meet our patients’ needs, but also to exceed the expectations of the people in the community we serve.

Imaging

HMC has modern-day technology as well as a trained staff, to assist your physician in making the decisions which can aid in your speedy recovery. We offer:

• Mammography
• Ultrasound
• Nuclear Medicine
• CT Scan
• MRI

Surgical Services

At Hartselle Medical Center, we offer modern-day surgical technology, from general to orthopedic. We provide pain management, cataract removal, and many other surgical procedures.

Physical Therapy

We have a partnership with Encore Rehabilitation, which has services in rehabilitation, sports medicine, athletic training, fitness and sports performance enhancement. We also have inpatient and outpatient programs designed to help you regain your strength after you encounter obstacles.

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac Rehabilitation is the process of actively assisting a person who has experienced a cardiac problem. The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program’s aim is to help provide cardiac patients with the needed skills and knowledge to attain and maintain one’s full working potential within the person’s physical limitations. The program provides professional guidance under careful medical supervision to assist the patient and family through a closely monitored, personalized phase of rehabilitation. For more information, please call (256) 751-3000 ext. 203.

New Day Geropsych

Older adults have many complex needs and face life changes that can ultimately affect their emotional health and well being. In 1995, Hartselle Medical Center opened New Day in order to help patients and their families meet these complicated challenges. It was the first inpatient unit in North Alabama to specialize in geriatric mental health services and the patient testimonials speak for themselves. It is still the only facility in the region that provides certain specialty care, including Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) services.

New Day is located on the second floor of Hartselle Medical Center, which allows us to transfer a patient to an acute care setting in case of an emergency or crisis. Our philosophy is simple- to provide quality, comprehensive mental health services to our surrounding communities and local area.

Dr. Sanjay Malhotra leads our treatment team and serves as our Medical Director at New Day. A board-certified psychiatrist, he specializes in geriatric psychiatry. New Day’s treatment team consists of psychiatrists, medical doctors, nurses, social workers, activities staff, mental health technicians, and licensed counselors. Our team approach provides holistic mental health care in a structured environment. This approach is used to provide quality care meeting the patient’s medical and medication needs, as well as the emotional, social, and spiritual needs of each patient and his/her family. Our dedicated staff is highly specialized and trained in managing and treating dementias, mood disorders, psychosis, and behavioral disturbances.Among the signs and symptoms experienced by those who need geriatric mental health services are:

• Loss of will to live
• Depressed mood with chronic feelings of anxiety, helplessness, hopelessness, and sadness
• Irritability and anger
• Personality or behavior changes
• Hallucination and/or delusions
• Inability to care for self and/or home
• Sleep and appetite changes
• Confusion and/or memory loss
• Resistance with care and/or medications
• Verbal or physical aggression
• Toxic effects of medications

Our range of services includes:

• Inpatient assessment and treatment
• Outpatient assessment, treatment, and follow up
• Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
• Individual and group counseling and activities
• Family counseling and education
• Medication management
• Medical consultation

Intake and Admissions Process

• Anyone can make a referral by simply calling 256-751-3033.
• Information is obtained about the observed symptoms such as the patient’s mood, appetite, sleep, and thought process. This will determine if the patient meets criteria for hospitalization. If hospitalization is not needed, we will provide you with a list of other resources for treatment, such as outpatient treatment or medical follow-up.

Treatment Process

• When a patient is admitted for stabilization and treatment, he/she will undergo a thorough psychiatric and medical work up to determine the patient’s treatment needs and to determine goals. Each patient has an individualized treatment plan which helps guide the patient’s treatment course. If additional services are needed, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and medical consultations, etc., referrals will be provided to enhance and improve patient outcomes.• Average length of stay is 10-12 days. Length of stay will depend on many factors and varies from patient to patient. Our staff works diligently to keep families informed of patient progress and outcome.
• Our social work staff begins at the time of admission to help assist families with discharge planning. Please note that we do not provide placement services, but do provide feedback on the patient’s level of care and functioning. Appropriate referrals will be made as needed.

Patient and Family Education

• As each patient is evaluated and assessed, our qualified staff will provide families with the most up to date education on the patient’s illness, diagnosis, etiology, and expected treatment outcome.
• Family education group is offered weekly on Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. to provide families with an opportunity to interact with others and discuss the patient symptoms and identify coping skills to help manage the many struggles families face in caring for a loved one.
• As evaluations and assessments occur, our staff will make recommendations for continued care based on the patient’s overall functioning and care needs.

Outpatient Clinic and Follow Up

• The Hartselle Behavioral Health Clinic offers outpatient psychiatric services to those ages 30 and older. Dr. Sanjay Malhotra and his qualified staff offer one on one evaluation and assessment, as well as continued services to assist with your specific mental health needs. Call 256-773-4955 to discuss our outpatient services.

Electroconvulsive Therapy

• Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) services are available both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. ECT is used to enhance outcomes for patients who are at high risk for suicide, treatment resistant depression and psychosis. ECT is a safe and effective way to manage a variety of mental health symptoms and has an overall success rate of 80-90%.

Other Services

Clergy/Prayer Ministries

Hartselle Medical Center offers a multi-denominational Chaplain Service. Chaplains volunteer their time, so please contact your nurse for more information about this service. Your personal Minister is also welcome.

Technology at Hartselle Medical Center

CT Scan

The HI Speed CT technology allows for 3D image reconstruction

Radiation exposure, exam time and provides improved imaging.

Extracorporeal Lithotripsy

Lithotripsy, a minimally invasive procedure, uses high-pressure

Fragment kidney stones into sand-like particles. Lithotripsy minimal anesthesia and reduces the need for ancillary procedure lithotripsy and excellent alternative to surgery

Laparoscopy

In laparoscopy, a laparoscope is passed thought a small inside wall. Fitted with grasping and cutting tools, the laparoscope outpatient surgery basis.

Magnetic resonance Imaging (MRI)

MRI is a painless alternative to x-rays. With a large magnet computer, your body is scanned to provide very detailed pictures that cannot be view on conventional X-rays.

Mammography (ACR Accredited)

Mammograms are low energy x-rays of the breast that are apparently normal breasts for cancer. Early detection of breast cancer saves loves. Yearly mammograms are recommended for women though screening schedules should be determined by your physician.

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Minimal invasive surgery is an operative procedure perform smallest possible incision at all: includes laparoscopy, assisted thoracoscopic, and endoscope surgical procedures.

Ultrasound

Our imaging Services offers a full range of ultrasound service for cardiac, vascular or abdominal.

Tele-Radiology

Full Diagnostic Lab Services: