South Georgia Medical Center is pleased to welcome Melanie Byron as Nursing Home Administrator for SGMC Lakeland Villa. 

Byron will oversee the day-to-day functions of the facility, ensuring quality care is provided safely. She has more than 20 years of experience in long term care, including previous roles as Nursing Supervisor, MDS Coordinator, and Director of Nursing.   

"I am so excited for the opportunity to facilitate growth and quality improvement with a great team," shared Byron. 

She received her Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from South University.  

Byron is a member of Life After Birth, an organization whose goal is to provide support for new mothers. 

She is married to her husband Jason and together they have four children.