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About Us
Life today is articulated by chaotic days and runwithyourhaironfire schedules We are forced to make lifealtering decisions more quickly than we can assimilate the information needed to make them And unfortunately it is a time of unprecedented emergencies

Thats why Tuomey Healthcare System is at work for you Every day behindthescenes we are expanding our healthcare resources to deliver the very best medical care available We are bringing you more options than ever before better technology more advanced treatment protocols expanded facilities and a more diverse clinical staff with the expertise to meet your every healthcare need

For almost 100 years Tuomey has been Sumters healthcare partner Today we work hard to ensure the stability of that relationship Our gift to you is precious the peace of mind that comes with knowing you and your loved ones will be well cared for when lifes unexpected emergencies arrive at your door

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History

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History
For almost 100 years Tuomey has been synonymous with quality healthcare in the Sumter South Carolina area After a century of change and progress this multifaceted healthcare system meets the needs of the community through acute care outpatient services and a comprehensive health promotion and disease prevention program

The healthcare system is anchored by Tuomey Regional Medical Center a 301bed The Joint Commissionaccredited institution that delivers the industrys most advanced technological care with an even higher level of patient consideration In fact Avatar International and Press Ganey have both honored us with some of their highest awards for Exceeding Patient Expectations and Patient Satisfaction

Tuomey was made possible through the generosity of a local philanthropist Timothy J Tuomey who left provisions in his will that led to the acquisition of the Sumter Hospital in 1913 Were he alive today he would no doubt be amazed at the growth and transformation that is now under way at the hospital that bears his name

Tuomeys active medical staff consists of more than 150 physicians representing more than 25 medical specialties In the last 10 years the medical staff has more than tripled indicative of the aggressive growth and commitment of the institution to providing an unprecedented level of healthcare to the community

Included in the systems facilities are a 36bed nursery an expanded ICU 10 operating suites an Outpatient Surgery Center an award winning Day Surgery Unit a beautiful Women amp Infants Pavilion and a satellite medical park Tuomeys diagnostic and treatment capabilities include a medical oncology program Cancer Treatment Center cardiac catheterization and updated HiSpeed Computed Tomography Transitional care is provided to patients via Tuomey Home Services along with a Subacute Skilled Care program