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The following are press releases, articles, and other media covering Magnolia Creek. For published articles written by Magnolia Creek staff members, please visit our Contributed Articles page.

Press Releases

November 1, 2011 : Magnolia Creek Brings Back "Holiday Refresh" Program for the Season

Treatment center makes 15-day refresher program available again for clients who are struggling with eating disorders during the holiday season.

September 30, 2011 : Magnolia Creek Puts Together Team for "Out of the Darkness" Community Walk

Eating disorders treatment center team joins more than a thousand walkers to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

April 8, 2011 : Magnolia Creek Will Donate 45 Days of Treatment Services

Treatment Center partners with scholarship fund for a second year to provide a full 90 days of residential and/or partial hospitalization treatment for a needy individual.

February 8, 2011 : Magnolia Creek Launches Free Eating Disorder Education and Awareness Program for Colleges and Universities

In an effort to help create a healthier community for all, Magnolia Creek announces the creation of its free College Campus Partnership program. This program is designed to provide college staff with the tools and skills needed to recognize, treat and prevent eating disorders among students.

December 3, 2010 : Magnolia Creek Announces 15-Day "Holiday Refresh" Program

Eating disorders treatment center announces cutting-edge, 15-day refresher program for clients who are struggling with the holiday season.

August 20, 2010 : Magnolia Creek Appoints Dr. Mary Bartlett as the Facility's Suicide Prevention and Risk Consultant

Former clinical director is appointed to a newly-created position to focus on suicide prevention among the eating disorder population.

July 2, 2010 : Magnolia Creek Begins Collaborative Research Study with International Suicide Expert Thomas E. Joiner, Jr., Ph.D.

Treatment center to collaborate with international suicide expert on research exploring relationship between eating disorders and suicide.

June 17, 2010 : Magnolia Creek Donates 45-Days of Residential/PHP Treatment

Treatment Center partners with scholarship fund to provide a full 90 days of residential and/or partial hospitalization treatment for a needy individual.

February 18, 2010 : Mary Bartlett, Ph.D., Joins Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders as Clinical Director

Treatment Center hires Dr. Mary Bartlett as Clinical Director.

January 11, 2010 : Marisa Goodwin Joins Magnolia Creek as Director of Marketing

Treatment Center hires former Executive Director of The Eating Disorders Information Network

October 29, 2009 : Magnolia Creek Launches Partial Hospitalization Program to Expand Treatment Services for Clients

PHP addition will enhance Magnolia Creek's residential program to provide the most comprehensive eating disorders treatment options in the state of Alabama.

February 23, 2009 : Magnolia Creek Collaborates with State Senator Harri Anne Smith to Present Resolution During National Eating Disorders Awareness Week

Eating disorder treatment center marks week with candlelight vigil, a new family support group, presentations at universities, and legislation to promote awareness across the state of Alabama.

January 14, 2009 : Magnolia Creek & The Eating Disorder Center of Alabama Premiere "America the Beautiful" in Birmingham

Eating disorder treatment centers join forces to bring powerful documentary and its filmmaker to audiences in Birmingham and other cities across the South.

April 17, 2008 : Magnolia Creek Marks One-Year Anniversary and Enhances After Care Program

Birmingham-based eating disorder treatment center looks back with pride on an inaugural year full of accomplishments and makes plans for future growth.

February 19, 2008 : National Eating Disorders Awareness Week Panel Explores "The Path to True Recovery"

Magnolia Creek and the Alabama Network for Eating Disorders Awareness host a panel discussion with eating disorder professionals, families, and survivors of eating disorders.

February 11, 2008 : Magnolia Creek Featured on "Dr. Phil" During National Eating Disorders Awareness Week

Clinical director appears on national talk show to consult and raise awareness about eating disorders and treatment options.

December 18, 2007 : Magnolia Creek Awarded Three-Year Accreditation and Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission

Birmingham eating disorder treatment center receives recognition for its commitment to national standards for health care quality and safety.

August 16, 2007 : Eating Disorder Services Bloom at Magnolia Creek

Initial success and positive feedback from residents prompts eating disorder treatment center to expand operations and services.

August 15, 2007 : Magnolia Creek's New CEO Fixes Everything From Light Fixtures to Payroll

Eating disorder treatment center lures Jim Palmer out of retirement to head their operations.

Articles & Other Media

September 18, 2011 : 179th Airlift Wing: Dr. Mary Bartlett Encourages Resiliency among Military Members

The 179th Airlift Wing covered Dr. Mary Bartlett as she delivered a talk about suicide prevention and building resiliency among military personnel.
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Read the article on the 179th Airlift Wing website.

July 1, 2010 : Social Work Today: EDNOS — Real Disorders, Real Risks

Director Dr. Nicole Siegfried is quoted in an article discussing the severity of an Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (EDNOS) diagnosis. The article outlines symptoms and risks of EDNOS, treatment options, and also discusses possible revisions of the condition in the DSM-V.
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Read the article on the Social Work Today website.

April 15, 2010 : The Birmingham News: After 14-year struggle, anorexic finds new life in recovery

Staff writer Anna Velasco writes a follow up to her November 2007 piece (see below), profiling the recovery of one of Magnolia Creek's former residents.
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April 1, 2010 : You Are Not Alone Support Letter: Interview with Dr. Nicole Siegfried

Director Dr. Nicole Siegfried is interviewed as an "Inspiring Woman." Dr. Siegfried shares her personal experience with an eating disorder, advice, and information about Magnolia Creek.
Download and read Dr. Siegfried's interview.
Download and read the full "You Are Not Alone" Support Letter publication from their website.

March 1, 2010 : Eating Disorder Hope Newsletter: Dr. Nicole Siegfried a "Woman of Substance"

Director Dr. Nicole Siegfried is featured in the Eating Disorder Hope newsletter as one of their "Women of Substance." In the newsletter, Dr. Siegfried shares her personal experience with an eating disorder.
Read the story on their website (scroll down).

February 28, 2008 : CBS-42 segment: Help for Women with Eating Disorders

Magnolia Creek was recently featured in the evening news on CBS-42 with reporter Nicole Wyatt.
Read a summary about the segment on their website.

February 25, 2008 : Dr. Phil Show

Director Nicole Siegfried makes an appearance on the Dr. Phil show to consult on a case and offer assistance.
Read more information about the episode on the Dr. Phil website.

November 28, 2007 : The Birmingham News: Center Offers Help for Eating Disorders

Magnolia Creek is featured on the front page of "The Birmingham News" in an article by staff writer Anna Velasco.
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Read the article on their website.