Southern Surgery Center

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Southern Surgery Center provides orthopedic and pain management procedures for the physicians at Southern Bone and Joint Specialists. This facility includes four operating rooms, one procedure room, nine pre-op bays, nine recovery bays, two overnight extended care rooms, and a training observation room. The surgery center has achieved its ninth consecutive three-year accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.

Ambulatory healthcare organizations seeking accreditation by the AAAHC undergo an extensive onsite, peer-based survey of its facilities and services. Accredited status mean Southern Surgery Center has passed a series of rigorous and nationally-recognized standards for the provision of quality healthcare, set by the AAAHC.

Hours
Southern Surgery Center is open Monday - Thursday 6:30 a.m.– 5 p.m. and Friday 6:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Lab hours
Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

During your pre-assessment visit, you will complete your pre-surgical laboratory testing, EKG, and patient education with one of our dedicated pre-assessment nurses. Our goal is to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for surgery while completing as many required clearances as possible in one convenient visit. This streamlined process helps minimize the need for additional outside appointments and supports a smooth, efficient surgical experience.

Surgery Center

Total Joint and Spine Nurses

SBJ is proud to have these exceptional specialized nurses taking care of our total joint and spine patients. Please learn more about their important roles and their motivation to serve others.
Katie Wiehahn and Brittany Crosby are specialized nurses who provide quality pre-operative patient education to total joint and spine patients to enhance patient knowledge and understanding of the importance of patient compliance in regard to all aspects of care. They coordinate and control the multi-disciplinary activities to include post-operative physical therapy and medication management.
They serve as the advocate/liaison between surgical staff and physician to ensure adequate outcomes.
The nurses provide extensive education on each procedure for each phase of the surgical process. They will provide hands on assessment and intervention regarding wound care. Our nurses are available to total joint and spine patients 24/7.
Katie Wiehahn and Brittany Crosby, Total Joint and Spine Nurses at Southern Bone & Joint Specialists
Katie Wiehahn and Brittany Crosby

Katie Wiehahn, RN-BSN

Total Joint Coordinator
Phone: 601-554-7942
Fax: 601-554-7573

Brittany Crosby, RN

Total Joint and Spine Nurse
Phone: 601-554-7436
Fax: 601-554-7573

Meet Katie & Brittany

Katie, who has 19 years of nursing experience, said working at SBJ is more than a career—it’s a calling. “As the daughter of an orthopedic sales representative, SBJ has always felt like home. I am proud to be part of an organization that provides patient centered and personal care to all it serves. Outside of my profession, I am married, have two children and enjoy making meaningful memories together. I believe in living life with kindness, purpose, and a spirit of adventure, both at work and at home,” said Katie.
Brittany has 14 years of nursing experience. Throughout her career, she has developed extensive experience helping patients navigate their surgical journey from preparation, education, and recovery—ensuring they feel supported and confident in every step of the way. Outside of her nursing career, Brittany is a proud wife and mother of three children. You can find her cheering on her children at their sporting events. Her oldest son was born with a limb difference who has never let it define him.
“Watching him overcome challenges and being a hero to his younger siblings and others has been so inspirational. Whether I am caring for my patients or supporting my family, my goal is to leave people feeling seen, encouraged, and cared for,” said Brittany.