SOUTHAVEN, Miss., July 1, 2009 – Baptist Memorial Hospital-DeSoto recently named Michelle Britton the new director of cardiovascular services.

Before joining Baptist DeSoto, Britton – a graduate of The University of Mississippi Medical Center – worked at Delta Regional Medical Center in Greenville, Miss.

“With all the advancements and innovative technologies for heart patients offered at Baptist DeSoto, I’m especially excited to be the new director of cardiovascular services,” said Britton.

Britton is involved in a range of professional organizations, from Sigma Theta Tau Society for Nursing and the American Nurses Association to the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association.

“Offering extensive heart procedures and care close to home is a strong focus of ours at Baptist DeSoto. We believe Michelle is committed to our vision, brings a wealth of experience to this position and will make a great director,” said Jerry Pope, assistant administrator at Baptist DeSoto.

Baptist DeSoto is a 339-bed hospital that offers diagnostic, surgical and rehabilitation services. In 2001, the hospital completed an expansion project that nearly doubled its size, expanded its labor and delivery services and added open-heart surgery and radiation therapy. In April 2001, the Baptist DeSoto Outpatient Diagnostic Center and Women’s Center opened, which houses DeSoto County’s first open MRI, mammography services and other diagnostic tools. In November 2006, Baptist DeSoto opened a new, 11-story tower, featuring all-private rooms, expanded operating suites and a new emergency room.

For more information about Baptist DeSoto, please call 662-772-4000 or visit desoto.baptistonline.org.

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