South Central Obstetrics & Gynecology
OB-GYN • Laurel, MS • Since 1952
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
South Central Regional Medical Center (SCRMC) is a nonprofit, public-not-for-profit hospital system based in Laurel, Mississippi, founded in 1952. It operates 285 beds and provides a wide range of services across more than 30 medical specialties through SCRMC and its health system, serving a four-county area (Jones, Jasper, Wayne, Smith). The hospital hosts about 2,300 employees/system-wide and employs 114 providers. The facility includes a Level III Emergency Department and primary location at 1220 Jefferson Street, Laurel, MS 39440. For more info, visit scrmc.com or call 601-426-4000.
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Insurance & Payment
Medicare, Medicaid and Most Commercial Insurance Plans are Accepted.
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FAQs
Is South Central Obstetrics & Gynecology accepting new patients?
Yes, they are accepting new patients.
This facility is a clinic owned by South Central Regional Medical Center. Office visits are subject to co-pays. You may also be responsible for co-insurance and deductible for office procedures and ancillary services, such as laboratory services and x-rays when performed.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD Care: 4.5/5 stars (based on 19 ratings) for Dr. Robert Desantis (19 ratings and 2 reviews for Dr. Robert Desantis)
Patients praise
- praise for individual physician bedside manner (specifically warmth and attentiveness)
- positive feedback on follow-up care from some providers
Common complaints
- concerns regarding bedside manner and professional conduct
- allegations of unnecessary medical procedures
- reports of poor communication and lack of responsiveness to patient needs
"I used him for 11 years. Biggest mistake of my life. ... He induced me at 39 weeks (for no medical reason). If I had known what I know now, I wouldn't have let him. ... He claimed there was a prolapsed cord and took me for an emergency c-section WITHOUT MY CONSENT... He is a horrible human being."
- WebMD Care Review of Dr. Robert Desantis"Great customer service and customer care! First time seeing Dr. Lati-sweet spirit! ... He even called to check on me after the procedure."
- Healthgrades Review for OB/GYN Group of LaurelSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Urgent Care & Industrial Medicine Moving to New Location | South Central Regional Medical Center - Aug 11, 2025
- South Central Unveils New First West Wing with Ribbon Cutting and Open House | South Central Regional Medical Center - Mar 2, 2026
- SCRMC HealthBreak | South Central Infusion Services | South Central Regional Medical Center - Sep 2, 2025
- Epic days ahead for South Central Regional Medical Center | News | leader-call.com - Jan 6, 2026
- Neurolgy Clinic latest in SCRMC expansion | News | leader-call.com - Aug 2, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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