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Ochsner Watkins Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital located in Quitman, Mississippi, that provides a wide range of inpatient, outpatient and emergency services. Patients can be admitted to the hospital if their medical needs make that the best option. A variety of other services are available on an inpatient and outpatient basis through the hospital’s imaging, laboratory and rehabilitative services, including physical, occupational and speech therapy.
Patients are cared for under the direction of their physician by a licensed health care team including registered nurses, physical therapists, social workers, dietitians, pharmacists and other ancillary staff, depending on the patient’s medical needs.
An emergency department is staffed with qualified emergency room hospitalists and family nurse practitioners and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The hospitalists also act as hospital physicians, which means they can admit and care for patients who do not have a physician who regularly admits patients at the hospital.
Skilled nursing and rehabilitative care are available at Ochsner Watkins Hospital through the Swing Bed Program. Those recovering from surgery, a stroke, a fracture or an extended medical illness and hospitalization can choose to rehabilitate at Watkins, whether or not they were hospitalized in another location.
Jason DeFatta, DO, is now performing colonoscopies and routine endoscopic procedures on the 4th Wednesday of every month. For more information or to schedule an appointment please call 601.703.4474.
Ochsner Watkins Hospital has specialized programs for senior adults experiencing problems coping with everyday living due to anxiety, grief and/or depression. Senior Care is an intensive outpatient program that has helped many individuals. Our Senior Care program offers free assessments by a nurse in the home, and transportation can be provided. Call the Senior Care location nearest to you for more information.
Meridian, MS
Phone: 601-703-1463 or 601-703-1464
Quitman, MS
Phone: 601-776-5055
Ochsner Watkins Hospital provides the very best in rehabilitative and recuperative care. Our staff of professionals can help you or your family members regain the skills necessary for an independent lifestyle. We work with you to help manage your health once you have been discharged from the hospital.
Quitman, MS
Phone: 601-776-6925
Ask to speak with the Swing Bed Coordinator or Nursing Director.