Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc.

Welcome Neal Shealy, MD, to BJHCHS! We’re excited to welcome Dr. Neal Shealy to the Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc. team at the Varnville Medical Center. A native of Leesville, South Carolina, Dr. Shealy now resides in Hampton, SC. He earned his undergraduate degree from Newberry College and completed his medical education at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). He went on to complete his Family Medicine residency at the Greenville Hospital System. Dr. Shealy brings over four decades of experience in family medicine. He began his career serving patients in Crossnore, North Carolina from 1982 to 1991 and continued his practice at the Harrison Peeples Health Center from 1991 until semi-retirement in 2022. Throughout his career, he has provided full-scope family medicine care—including obstetrics and inpatient services—and continues to care for patients of all ages. A highly respected figure in rural healthcare, Dr. Shealy received the Pioneer Award from the South Carolina Rural Health Association in 2017 and was named South Carolina Family Physician of the Year in 2018. Dr. Shealy has worked alongside his wife, Sharon Shealy, FNP, for most of their careers. They are proud parents to two sons, Philip and Luke, both of whom served in the Peace Corps in Tanzania and The Gambia. He is also a proud grandfather to Willow Ann Shealy. Please join us in giving Dr. Shealy a warm welcome to the BJHCHS family!

Welcome Harold B. Harvey, PA-C, to BJHCHS! Harold B. “Buck” Harvey, PA-C, is a lifelong advocate for rural healthcare in South Carolina’s Lowcountry. A Hampton County native, he began his career in the 1970s as a medical lab technician and later earned degrees from MUSC and the University of Nebraska. He started practicing as a physician assistant in Estill in 1979 under Dr. Harrison Peeples, and later joined Dr. Neal Shealy at the Harrison Peeples Health Care Center in Varnville. Together, they served the community for over 75 years, with Harvey also serving as Executive Director. Harvey championed inter-professional, team-based care and mentored many future healthcare providers through MUSC’s training programs. He has served on several boards, including the SC Rural Health Association and the Board of Medical Examiners’ PA Committee. In 2017, he and Dr. Shealy were honored with the SC Office of Rural Health’s Pioneer of the Year Award for their contributions to rural medicine. Outside of healthcare, Harvey served four terms on Hampton County Council and is active in his church and community. He enjoys beekeeping, genealogy, and woodworking. He and his wife Phyllis have one daughter and three grandchildren.

Welcome Mark Bomia, DO, to BJHCHS! We’re excited to welcome Dr. Mark E. Bomia to the Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc. team as a Radiologist. A native of Southgate, Michigan, Dr. Bomia completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Central Florida and earned his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005. Dr. Bomia has a distinguished background in both military and medical service. He completed his internship in family practice at Naval Hospital Jacksonville and served as the General Medical Officer aboard the USS Frank Cable in Guam. He later completed his radiology residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, where he was named chief resident. Since becoming board certified in 2012, he has served as the lead radiologist at Naval Hospital Beaufort. A retired Navy Commander, Dr. Bomia deployed to Kandahar, Afghanistan in 2016–17 and concluded his military career in 2023. His clinical expertise includes musculoskeletal radiology. Now living in Bluffton, SC, Dr. Bomia has been married for 25 years and is a proud father. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, crabbing, and collecting 19th-century sports memorabilia. Please join us in giving Dr. Bomia a warm welcome to the BJHCHS family!

Welcome Rebecca Koger Swofford, PA-C, to BJHCHS! We are thrilled to welcome Rebecca Koger Swofford, PA-C, to Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc. A native of Hampton, SC, Rebecca earned her degree from South University in Savannah and has been a dedicated provider at Harrison Peeples Health Care Center/BMH since 2016. With a passion for managing diabetes and hypertension, Rebecca is committed to helping patients achieve better health and well-being. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, gardening, snow skiing, and spending time with her two children. Please join us in welcoming Rebecca to the BJHCHS family!

Welcome Pamela J. Moore, PNP, to BJHCHS! We are excited to welcome Pamela J. Moore, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, to Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc. A Varnville, SC native and graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina, Pamela brings a wealth of experience in neonatal intensive care, postpartum, newborn nursery, WIC, and immunizations. Since 2003, she has served as a trusted Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at Harrison Peeples Healthcare Center/BMH, earning recognition as Hampton County’s Best Healthcare Provider multiple times. She is also certified as a Breastfeeding Counselor, further enhancing the care she provides to families. Outside of work, Pamela enjoys traveling, spending time with her husband Greg and their four children—Blair, Ansley, Asher, and Callen—and actively participating in her church community. Please join us in giving Pamela a warm welcome to the BJHCHS family!

BJHCHS is proud to expand our services in Hampton County with the new Varnville Medical Center! We are committed to providing comprehensive and quality healthcare, ensuring families have access to the care they need. Joining our sites in Hampton and Estill, the center will continue to be dedicated to serving with excellence and compassion. We look forward to making a lasting impact on the health and well-being of the Hampton community. To register, schedule an appointment, or learn more about our services, call 843-836-7512 today! https://lnkd.in/efG-R4Tm

Please join us in welcoming Ms. Lilly Harms to the BJHCHS team! As our new Behavioral Health Coordinator, Lilly is eager to learn and navigate her role in serving our community. Lilly holds a master’s degree in Addictions Treatment and Recovery from Liberty University and an MFA in Painting from the Savannah College of Art and Design. With 12 years of experience in mental health treatment, she has a strong background in addiction recovery and, in recent years, has focused more on mental health and dual diagnoses. Lilly is extensively trained in trauma-informed care and has significant experience facilitating groups using the Seeking Safety format. She also incorporates her artistic skills to lead art therapy groups, providing a creative and therapeutic outlet that supports recovery and overall well-being. We are thrilled to have Lilly on board and look forward to the positive impact she will make!

We are pleased to announce that Mari Valentin will be participating as a panelist in a Round Table Discussion at the Sea Retreat on Saturday, March 8th. As Chairperson of the SC Migrant Health Advisory Council, she will share insights on our Agricultural Worker Health Program alongside representatives from other programs. The Sea Retreat, organized annually by the South Carolina Primary Health Care Association, brings together community health centers and clinics from across the state. Staff from accounting, front desk roles, agricultural worker health, and homeless health programs attend to collaborate and enhance health care services. Mari Valentin and Diana Gonzalez will be attending this year’s retreat, and we look forward to the valuable discussions ahead!

Leadership in action! Our CEO, Dr. Faith Polkey, took the stage at #VIVEvent to share insights, inspire change, and drive meaningful progress in healthcare. Her dedication to improving community health is truly inspiring. Thank you, Dr. Polkey, for representing BJHCHS, Inc. and championing the future of healthcare!

We are pleased to announce that our very own Dr. Tiffany Cochran will be a speaker at the Beaufort County Senior Leadership Health and Human Services Event! Dr. Cochran will provide valuable insight into the continuum of healthcare and the essential human service organizations that work tirelessly to support the well-being of individuals across Beaufort County. As an internist and women’s health specialist, Dr. Cochran is deeply committed to improving healthcare access and outcomes for all. Her expertise, compassion, and dedication make her an invaluable voice in this important conversation. We are honored to have her represent us at this event!