Preface
At GMC, we believe in community, collaboration and using the power of creativity and hard work to make a difference - in our hearts, homes, city, nation and world. We believe in hope, progress, beauty, and big ideas. We believe that people like us, need us. We are not just an engineering firm. We are not just architects. We are artists, designers, thinkers, doers, makers, and storytellers dedicated to doing great work, for good. We partner with passionate and like-minded individuals, businesses, organizations, and causes that have aggressive hopes and goals for tomorrow and beyond. Dreaming big is the only way to make big dreams come true, and we know that our solutions can only be as great as the people we serve. Communities are built by people, not companies. And it is that foundational concept that drives how we approach every project, big or small. Because it’s the passion and drive of individuals that feeds the growth and development of what’s next. Together, we will be smart. We will be relevant. We will be meaningful. We will be kind, supportive, enthusiastic and – at the very least – the very best we can be. We are – and will continue to be – a collaborative organization driven by the power of building better, happier, healthier, thriving communities. And we are committed to working with folks who share our vision for realizing their full potential, because we know that great engineering and architecture helps make communities better, for everyone.
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Communities.
Our Disciplines
Our Comprehensive Approach
GMC is one of the most comprehensive architecture and engineering firms in the Southeast. Our multi-disciplined in-house team of professionals is equipped to provide all of the services associated with architecture, electrical, engineering, environmental, geotechnical, interior design, landscape architecture, planning, surveying and transportation.
By having multiple disciplines under one roof, we are able to streamline communication, improve efficiency and enhance the quality of service to our clients. GMC’s integrated team provides a depth of expertise that allows us to capture the “big picture” and understand the details a project entails. Utilizing our comprehensive approach, we look at
each project from many vantage points to identify creative solutions.
While the company has evolved tremendously since its launch in 1947, our founding principles remain a vital part of our daily operations. GMC is – and will continue to be – a collaborative organization driven by the power of building better, happier, healthier, thriving communities. Our multi-disciplined approach assures a broad base of knowledge on which to develop strategies for both short- and long-term growth that are not only efficient, but culturally appropriate and environmentally accountable. Every project, big or small, is guided by recognizing that great engineering and architecture helps make communities better, for everyone.
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Architecture
Creating spaces as inspiring as they are functional.
Whether designing city halls, county admin buildings, fire stations, public works facilities, corporate offices, higher education buildings, K-12 schools, healthcare facilities, hotels and resorts or restaurants, GMC’s architects and interior designers aim to elevate spaces with great design and involved client feedback. Our process is deeply rooted in merging form and function and balancing the formal needs of the project with raw inspiration. Every space has a distinct story to tell, and we work hand-in-hand with our clients from the beginning stages of design all the way through final construction to achieve their vision. We seek to first understand the “must-haves,” and then translate those desires into the most functional, yet cost-effective design solutions. Utilizing tried-andtrue best practices, coupled with current trends and philosophies, we bring perspective, expertise and our belief that design cultivates a true sense of place to every project.
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Bottom Left: Athens Recreation Center
u Top Right: Auburn University Woltosz Football Performance Center
Middle: AC Hotel by Marriott
Bottom Right: Pelham Recreation Center
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ARCHITECTURE
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INTERIOR DESIGN
Interior Design
Creating inspired spaces with form and function in mind.
Whether designing city halls, county admin buildings, fire stations, public works facilities, corporate offices, higher education buildings, K-12 schools, healthcare facilities, hotels and resorts or restaurants, GMC’s interior designers aim to elevate spaces with color, texture, shape and lines that work in tandem to yield timeless results. Design should tell the unique story of a place, and we work with each client from beginning to end to create distinctive experiences. We stay up-to-date with trends in color, finishes, furniture, and building products, and strive to create transformative spaces that are balanced and purposeful. GMC Interior Design brings fresh perspective, creative expertise and a belief that a well-designed space contributes to overall wellbeing, a person’s health and safety, and can be a true source of inspiration.
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t Top Left: Jones Walker Office
Bottom Left: Jones Walker Office Meeting Room with Expandable Space.
Top Right: RSA Grand Hotel Renovations
Middle: Pelham Public Library
Bottom Right: UAB Arts & Sciences University Hall
INTERIOR DESIGN
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u Pelham Recreational Center Main Lobby
INTERIOR DESIGN
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Community Planning
Our comprehensive approach to community planning, design and development recognizes that places are greater than the sum of individual parts.
Recognizing the importance of making all of the right connections and adding value to individual projects, GMC Community Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture and Engineering work together to build cohesive communities and great spaces to live, work and play. These exceptional areas result from the collaboration of planning and design professionals working with the public and private sectors, cities and counties, developers and business interests, not-for profit organizations, as well as state and federal representatives.
GMC strives to achieve creative solutions and cost effective results for community and town master planning and design, neighborhood and town center revitalization, community facility planning and design, greenspace and park planning, complete street planning and design, campus planning, mixed-use and sustainable communities, and economic development. Our expertise includes smart coding, zoning and design guidelines, as well as public-private financing required to achieve comprehensive results.
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Civil Engineering
Building community infrastructure has been the bread and butter of our business since 1947.
Originally established in 1947 as a civil engineering company, GMC’s experience covers a vast portfolio of civil projects across the Southeast. Our Civil Engineering staff consists of seasoned Professional Engineers capable of providing the services necessary to complete any size project.
Engineering services available include:
• Boundary and Topographic Surveys
• Residential, Commercial, Educational and Industrial Land Planning
• Municipal Planning and Design
• Water & Sewer Modeling
• Biological Modeling
Civil Engineering Design and Construction Administration for:
• Residential Developments
• Commercial and Office Developments
• Industrial Planning & Development
• Institutional and Educational Facilities
• Street, Sidewalk and Drainage Projects
• Parks and Recreation Projects
• Linear Utility Projects
• Water and Wastewater Treatment
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Top Left: Buffalo Rock Distribution Facility
Bottom Left: Seneca Water Treatment Plant
Top Right: Anderson Regional Joint Water System
Advanced Oxidation Process Study and Upgrade
Middle: Fayetteville GA Whitewater Creek WWTP
Bottom Right: NASA SLS Test Stand
Electrical Engineering
Powering every project.
From lighting and distribution to controls and generation, complex electrical systems go handin-hand with our designs. Our in-house electrical engineering professionals are well equipped to provide efficient, safe and reliable electrical designs to our clients. From distribution, analysis, evaluations and more, we ensure your projects are powered purposefully, meeting code and regulation standards every time.
Electrical Engineering services available include:
• Evaluation of Existing Systems
• Exterior Overhead and Underground Power Design
• Generator Design, Selection and Testing
• Power Distribution
• Uninterruptable Power System Site Installation and Verification
• Energy Efficiency Studies
• Third Party Equipment Evaluation (ACIL)
• ETAP Arc Flash/Short Circuit Study
• Breaker Coordination Study
• Architectural Lighting Design
• Electrical and Communication Design
• LEED Design and Certification
• Interior and Exterior Lighting Design and Photometry
• Fire Alarm and Life Safety Design
• Lightning Protection Design
• Water and Wastewater Power Design
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Top Left: Electrical at Alabama State University Ballfields
Bottom Left: Electrical for Riviera Utilities Wolf Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant
Top Right: ETAP Arc Flash/Short Circuit Study
Middle: Anderson Joint Regional Water System WTP
NATURAL GAS SERVICES
Natural Gas Services
Our approach enhances project planning and delivery, resulting in value added services for our clients.
GMC’s Integrated Engineering Services Approach provides natural gas pipeline, distribution and facility planners and operators an opportunity to reduce costs and schedules over their project lifecycles by integrating the required project disciplines up front in the planning phase of a project and throughout the project execution phase to achieve their project objectives. Safety, integrity and quality is the foundation of every GMC project undertaken and executed.
GMC has strategic partnerships with pipeline construction contractors, equipment suppliers, fabricators, facilities contractors and architectural services to offer progressive design build solutions.
• Planning, Routing and Siting of Pipelines and Facilities
• Civil Surveys
• Environmental, Cultural and Geotechnical Surveys
• Procurement and Sourcing
• Permitting with Ministerial and Environmental Agencies
• Construction Services
• Public Outreach and Land Acquisition Services
• Operational Planning and Regulatory Compliance
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Top Left: 10 inch Steel Weld Up Pipe String and Wetland Matting
Bottom Left: Succesful HDD Pull In 300 PSIG MAOP 10 inch Steel
Top Right: Construction of Natural Gas Pipeline
Middle: Compressor Station for Patriots Energy Group
Bottom Right: Gas Meter Implementation
Water Resources & Treatment
We approach critical infrastructure with quality and longevity in mind.
Water is one of our world’s most critical resources, so we approach this sector with meticulous care. Our clients carry great responsibility each day of the week - and we are here to help them shoulder it with confidence. In an industry where demand, regulations, and technology are ever-changing, we give utilities the tools they need to make sound decisions for a bright future.
For over 70 years, GMC has performed engineering services for water and wastewater utilities throughout the Southeast. Regardless of project size, we assist clients with needs in both system types: drinking water (supply, treatment, storage, and distribution) and clean water (collection, treatment, and discharge). In all project types - new facilities, expansions, upgrades, improvements - we work to see projects delivered smoothly through every phase: need, study, design, funding, permitting, bidding, construction, and start-up.
While we are here to handle the details, we value our relationships with our clients more than anything. At the end of the day, we are here to see utilities succeed in their role to provide safe water and a clean environment for the communities they serve.
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Top Left: Riviera Utilities Wastewater Treatment Plant at Wolf Creek
Bottom Left: Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission Water Treatment Plant
u Top Right: Coosa Valley WSD WTP
Middle: Riviera Utilities Wastewater Treatment Plant at Wolf Creek
Bottom Right: Decherd Wastewater Treatment Plant
WATER RESOURCES & TREATMENT
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u Seneca Water Treatment Plant
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u Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission Water Treatment Plant
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Disaster Recovery
Nothing can truly prepare you for a natural disaster.
But you can gain peace of mind through planning and knowing recovery is possible when disaster strikes.
Goodwyn Mills Cawood’s (GMC) Disaster Recovery division works to aid communities before, during and after a natural disaster through debris management planning, debris monitoring, cost recovery and mitigation services.
Recovering from a large disaster is an immensely complex process. Effective oversight of this process is critical to achieving a successful end result. Our approach is to serve the community as a member of the disaster recovery team by bringing our extensive knowledge and understanding of the recovery process. Our goal is to work with the community to help bring them back to a sense of normalcy as quickly as possible. As the community comes together, we are able to restore more than just infrastructure; we are able to restore hope and rebuild in a way that makes them more resilient than ever before.
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Top Right: Disaster Relief Albany Georgia
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Bottom Right: Disaster Relief Albany Georgia
Transportation
Transportation has always been a key factor in building a healthy community. Safely and efficiently moving people, goods and services increases livability and encourages economic growth.
Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is committed to being an active part of the community. “Building Communities” is not just a slogan; we work and live in and around the communities we serve. We have assembled a team of Transportation Engineers that understand the complexities of transportation networks with the experience to solve those issues. GMC is a multi-disciplined Architecture and Engineering firm that can take a project from a concept to final design and construction administration. Our project experiences range from installation of sidewalks to drainage improvements to major interstate projects including route to route interchanges. GMC transportation professionals provide services that evaluate methods, design techniques and delivery system models, working with federal, state, local governments, and public/private partnerships to provide clients with efficient and effective options in managing transportation and traffic projects and their associated schedules and budgets.
Transportation Services
• Project Identification
• Concept Development and Planning
• Assist with Funding Opportunities
• Environmental Studies and Permitting
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• Surveying
• Geotechnical Design
• Right-of-Way Services
• Final Design
• Project Letting
• Construction Administration
• Grant Applications
• Department of Transportation Projects
• Airport Engineering and Planning
• Roadway Utility Improvements
• Stormwater Improvements
• Intersection Improvements
• Pedestrian Walkways
• Roundabouts
• Roadway Resurfacing
• Erosion Control Design
• Streetscape
• Local Maintenance
Resurfacing Program
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Bottom Left: Lamar County Georgia Industrial Road Improvements
Top Right: Bryan County Belfast and Keller Road Roundabout
Bottom Right: Valleydale Road Interchange
Columbia County Driving Course
Aviation Planning & Engineering
Our multi-disciplined and customer-oriented approach has made us the fastest growing airport planning and engineering department in the Southeast!
Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is pleased to provide the same professional service you have come to trust in airport and adjacent industrial park developments. In addition to our original menu of services, our firm can now offer a complete package of aviation services from planning and funding to construction administration. Our services include economic feasibility studies for airports, airfield utilities including water and sewer systems, building electrical and mechanical systems, project funding assistance, as well as regulation and compliance support.
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Bottom Left: Montgomery Regional Airport
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Middle: Oneonta Regional Airport
Bottom Right: Montgomery Airport Intermodal
Lebanon Springfield Airport
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AVIATION
Will be the first general aviation airport to serve the I-71 corridor between Louisville and Cincinnati.
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Environmental
Our passion for preserving, restoring and enriching our environment begins with responsible resource management.
The increasing demands of today’s population call for unique ecological solutions. GMC provides comprehensive, professional environmental and engineering services to both private clients and public municipalities throughout the Southeast. These services include environmental assessments, wetland delineations and permitting, mitigation, construction monitoring, hydrologic and hydraulic design, BMP stormwater management and more. We have a seasoned, full-service team of environmental scientists, biologists, engineers, geologists and water resources professionals who thoroughly investigate potential direct, indirect and cumulative effects on the environment, including social, cultural, economic and natural resources for every project.
Top Left: Montgomery Water Works & Sanitary Sewer Wetland Mitigation Area
Bottom Left: Selma Dixon Mitigation Bank
Top Right: John C. Tune (JWN) Wildlife Hazard Assessment
Middle: Brookhaven NPDES MS4 Stormwater Masterplan Implementation
Bottom Right: Auburn University Parkerson Mill Stream
Geotechnical Engineering & Construction Services
Anything of value begins with a strong foundation.
As an ongoing commitment to be a full service provider of engineering and architectural design services to our clients, GMC can provide geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing. GMC’s geotechnical engineers evaluate earth materials such as soil, rock and groundwater and how they interact with structures such as building foundations, retaining systems and roadways. Our geotechnical expertise is often used in GMC’s large multidisciplinary designs and is frequently sought by clients as a service in its own right. From preliminary design and analysis through testing and observation during construction, GMC’s geotechnical engineers can provide the expertise for long term, cost-effective design solutions.
GMC has been providing geotechnical services across the Southeast on a wide variety of projects such as municipal, industrial, residential, educational, commercial and roadways. Our staff of professional engineers and certified technicians (ACI, IBC, CWI, NICET) are dedicated to meeting your needs. As part of goal in providing quality services, our laboratories are accredited by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), and Concrete and Cement Reference Laboratory (CCRL) Certified.
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Bottom Left: Geotechnical Soil Sampling and Testing
u Top Right: Coring Of Roadway To Determine Asphalt Thickness
Middle: Laboratory Atterberg Limits Testing
Bottom Right: Concrete Curing for Laboratory Compressive Strength Testing
Surveying and Aerial Imagery
Products
• Simple Aerial Images
• Ortho-mosaic Imagery
• Digital Surface Model Images
• AutoCAD Civil3D Surface and Planimetric Drawings
• Aerial Videos
• Point Clouds
Our Fleet
• eBee Classic Fixed Wing Drone by senseFly
• Multiple DJI Mavic 3E RTK drones using the DJI D-RTK 2 High Precision GNSS Mobile Base Station
Softwares Utilized
• eMotion 3 by senseFly
• Pix4D Mapper
• Virtual Surveyor
• Global Mapper
• AutoCAD Civil3D
• Autodesk Recap
Services Offered
• Provide current aerial images, videos, and ortho-mosaics for project sites to assist in the due-diligence phase of projects
• Monitor progress of construction sites
• Provide topographic information for quantity calculations during construction, volume calculations of stock piles, and civil site design projects
• Provide as-built/planimetric drawings for ALTA Surveys and design projects
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Top Left: eBee Classic Fixed Wing Drone by senseFly
Bottom Left: Drone Surveying Hoover Met Complex with DJI Mavic 3E RTK drone
Top Right: ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey Drafting for Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community
Middle: Apron Terminal Survey at the Mobile Downtown Airport/ Brookley Field
Bottom Right: Design Survey in Baldwin County, AL
Parks & Recreation
The beauty of greenspace is in the joy we receive by being surrounded by nature.
At GMC we believe in the value and power of “Building Communities.” Vital to their success, communities need vibrant and engaging park and recreational facilities. GMC designs these spaces that serve as important interactive areas for cities, towns and neighborhoods, utilizing a comprehensive park planning approach to fulfill the needs of a community. The goal is to preserve and create greenspaces that promote healthy and active lifestyles. They invite people of all ages to come together to live, work and play. From parks, recreational facilities, bike paths and walking trails, to campuses, streetscapes, and mixeduse developments, our team is passionate about spaces that enhance the community and improve quality of life through planning and design.
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Montgomery Whitewater Park
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Sports
Championship programs are defined by what makes them exceptional, not typical, and we believe the same rings true for design.
Teamwork, communication and an integrated process are part of every project. Through our broad and diverse experience, we have learned that nothing can be pre-determined or off-the-shelf. Every sport and team has unique demands and goals for their facilities, and every project we design is tailored to meet those specific needs and achieve the desired vision.
Sports and recreational facilities are an integral part of the community, whether designed to support a major collegiate athletic program or a local little league team. With several former athletes comprising our team of specialists, we offer a unique perspective and unprecedented level of expertise. Get in the game with GMC Sports.
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Top Left: Auburn University Track & Soccer Facility
Bottom Left and Top Right: Clemson University Softball Stadium
Top Right: Auburn University Women’s Basketball Locker Renovation
Middle Right: Bear Levin Studer Family YMCA
Bottom Right: Clemson University Reeves Football Complex
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Softball Stadium
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Locker Room Renovations
K-12 Education
Our track record of repeat work with more than 140+ school systems proves our ability to deliver to the highest standards.
As a national leader in K-12 education design, GMC strives to deliver creative solutions to the complex challenges of today’s learning environment. Our methodology epitomizes expertise, innovation and passion for design with an unprecedented commitment to exemplary client satisfaction.
The GMC Education group specializes in knowing how to help school systems achieve the most productive, yet cost-effective learning environment for educators and students alike. Our team approaches each project individually and believes that architecture should reflect the values and character of the local community.
We believe sustainability is a crucial element, especially with regard to educational facilities. These practical design practices have the ability to initiate educational classroom discussion on their importance, enhance interior and exterior learning environments and reduce long-term utility and maintenance costs. Sustainable design benefi ts not only students, faculty and staff, but also the community as a whole.
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u Top Right: Fort Payne Elementary School
Middle Right: Page Middle School
Bottom Right: Plainview Elementary School
K-12 EDUCATION
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u Riverchase Career Connection Center (RC3)
u Riverchase Career Connection Center (RC3) Cyber Innovation Academy
u Riverchase Career Connection Center (RC3) Health Science Academy
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(RC3) Culinary & Hospitality Academy
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K-12 EDUCATION
K-12 EDUCATION
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K-12 EDUCATION
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Higher Education
We strive to understand the unique needs of each institution and pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of service. Our guiding principle is simple: Education is the driver of design.
As a leader in higher education design, GMC partners with universities and colleges to design spaces that inspire students and educators alike. Our team specializes in developing facilities to support academics, student life, sports and recreation, and other needs on campus. Every design is distinct, and we work handin-hand with the university or college throughout the project to collectively achieve the overall vision. Our goal is to first understand the institution’s needs and then translate those desires into the most functional, yet cost-effective design solution.
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Top Left: University of North Alabama Residence Hall
Bottom Left: Robotics Tech Park at Calhoun Community College
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Top Right: Tennessee College of Applied Technology McMinn Center
Middle Right: Auburn University Pharmacy Research Center
Bottom Right: George C. Wallace Community College Health Sciences
HIGHER EDUCATION
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Healthcare
Committed to achieving outstanding patientfocused environments through high quality planning and design, GMC isa collaborative organization driven by the power of building better, happier, healthier, thriving communities.
Proven Outcomes
Cost-effective space for accessible and efficient care delivery is essential for care providers. When that space contributes to an exceptional patient experience, you have a competitive advantage. The GMC team understands how to create the spaces that achieve this goal.
Our process is designed to deliver spaces that:
• Enhance the total patient experience
• Provide a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff
• Increase operational efficiency through elimination of waste
• Reduce initial cost while providing a sustainable building life-cycle
• Promote wellness through the built environment.
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u Top Right: Southpoint Ambulatory Surgery Center
Middle Right: Ascension Sacred Heart Studer Family Children’s Hospital PICU
Bottom Right: South Georgia Medical Center
