Tift Regional Health System is conducting a health needs assessment and is asking members of the community to visit www.tiftregional.com by Feb. 16 to participate in a web-based survey.   On the Tift Regional website homepage, click on the “Learn More” button under the Community Health Needs Survey section to complete the survey.

“The survey, which asks residents their thoughts on the health status of our community, only takes about 10 minutes to complete,” said Chris Efaw, TRHS Vice President, Outreach and Development.  “The feedback we receive from area citizens will help shape the direction of medical care in our region.”

Efaw said that people can participate anonymously, but all participants who provide their contact information will be entered into a drawing for one of four $50.00 VISA gift cards.

 “All responses remain confidential and are used for a blinded study only,” said Efaw.  “TRHS serves 12-counties in South Central Georgia, and we encourage folks throughout our entire region to participate.”

Efaw said the purpose of the assessment is to identify community health needs, which helps guide TRHS in strategic planning and the prioritization of resources.

Conducted by an independent third party, the health needs assessment includes the community survey, demographic research, hospital discharge data review and interviews with physicians, clinicians and civic leaders.   TRHS updates its health needs assessment every three years.

People without internet access can call 229-353-6318 or 800-648-1935, ext. 6318 to request that a survey form be mailed to them.   A self-addressed, self-stamped envelope will be included so the completed form can be easily returned.    The survey closes-out on Feb. 16 and the prize drawing will be held on Feb. 19.  Winners will be notified.