South Central Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology • Natchez, MS • Since 1952
About
South Central Gastroenterology Natchez is not mentioned on the South Central Regional Medical Center (SCRMC) site. The SCRMC page confirms: - SCRMC is a nonprofit, 285-bed hospital in Laurel, Mississippi (founded 1952) serving a four-county area (Jones, Jasper, Wayne, Smith). - The health system lists 114 providers across 30+ specialties and about 2,300 employees. - Located at 1220 Jefferson Street, Laurel, MS; Emergency Department Level III. If you’re looking for gastroenterology services specifically in Natchez, this SCRMC page does not indicate a Natchez location or gastroenterology department under that name. You may want to: - Check SCRMC’s main site for gastroenterology or digestive health services and any Natchez-affiliated clinics. - Search Natchez-area hospitals or private gastroenterology practices for “South Central Gastroenterology.” - Contact SCRMC directly at 601-426-4000 or info@scrmc.com for referrals or Natchez connections.
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
Address
1203 Jefferson Street Laurel, MS 39440
Phone
601-649-2863
careers@scrmc.com
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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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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FAQs
What age for colonoscopy screening?
Direct Access Colonoscopy allows healthy individuals 45 and older to schedule screening without an initial office visit.
Where is the facility located?
1203 Jefferson Street in Laurel, directly across from South Central Regional Medical Center.
To schedule an appointment with a provider at South Central Gastroenterology, how should I contact them?
To schedule an appointment, please call 601-649-2863.
Is there a direct access colonoscopy service?
Yes, the direct access colonoscopy service makes colon cancer screening procedures more accessible for everyone. Healthy individuals aged 45 and older can schedule a colonoscopy screening without an initial office visit and pick up preparation supplies at a pharmacy of their choice.
What is the address for South Central Gastroenterology?
1203 Jefferson Street, Laurel, MS 39440.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: very positive
- Healthgrades, WebMD, Vitals: 5.0/5.0 (2 to 3 ratings per platform (Dr. Kellen Jex, primary Natchez gastroenterologist))
Patients praise
- Excellent bedside manner and kindness
- Clear communication and explanations of procedures
- Highly knowledgeable and competent care
- Strong patient advocacy
- Voted Best Doctor multiple years running in the local community
Common complaints
- Some mixed feedback in general patient experience metrics for related regional providers, though not specific to a "South Central Gastroenterology" clinic in Natchez.
"He listened to you without judgement, is Extremely intelligent, and will be your biggest advocate. He a true professional."
— Vitals.com patient review for Dr. Kellen Jex"Pleasant bedside manner. Explains procedures. Asks questions. Gives results as he knows them. My Gastro from now on!"
— WebMD patient review for Dr. Kellen JexSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Ryan McGaughey, M.D. - Find a Doctor - Merit Health Natchez — Feb 28, 2026
- Yoshinobu Namihira, M.D. - Find a Doctor - Merit Health Central — Sep 11, 2025
- SCRMC Brings New Technology into the Operating Room | South Central Regional Medical Center — Nov 21, 2025
- SCRMC HealthBreak | South Central Infusion Services | South Central Regional Medical Center — Sep 2, 2025
- [XLS] Report_1 - Mississippi Medicaid — Jul 31, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More gastroenterology clinics in Natchez
Summary: The Merit Health Natchez hospital (part of Community Health Systems) is a private, Joint Commission-accredited 179-bed facility in Natchez, Mississippi, offering a broad range of services including critical care, emergency, maternity, diagnostics, imaging, heart and kidney care, orthopedic and robotic surgery, stroke care, rehabilitation, primary care, and wellness. The site supports online scheduling and lists current job openings. Key leadership includes roles like Chief Nursing Officer and CFO, with a local address at 54 Seargent Prentiss Dr, Natchez, MS 39120. If you’re seeking “Jex Kellen, MD” specifically, there is no doctor-by-that-name listed in the provided highlights; you may want to use the site’s Find a Doctor feature or contact the hospital for physician-specific information.
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