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Why Choose Palmetto Health  > Wellness and Fitness 

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Sometimes life can be a bit overwhelming both at home and at work. Please click here for E-CARE — a  benefit for Palmetto Health employees and their families.

The new Strom Thurmond Wellness Center (576-9375) requires a USC ID and they will offer a discounted membership fee. You will need to contact them or go online to get more information regarding their fee structure. Strom Thurmond Wellness & Fitness Center. You also will need a letter from the GME office if you decide to become a member of the Strom Thurmond Wellness Center. Be advised that your information has already been input into the USC system, so you will be able to use the facilities at the University. You will have to go to the USC ID Station in the basement at the USC Russell House. It would be best to call (777-1709) in advance confirm necessary IDs, directions, etc. They will look you up by social security number. Any problems with this process, call Mimi Ackerman at USC SOM, 733-3210. Note: 000 may be in front of your social security number if the ID station has a problem finding your name. 

Solomon Blatt Physical Education Center

There is no charge to use the USC Blatt PE Center unless you bring a guest, then a small fee is requested (777-5261). A USC ID is necessary. Be advised that your information already has been input into the USC system so you will be able to use the facilities at the University. You will have to go to the USC ID Station in the basement at the USC Russell House. It would be best to call (777-1709) in advance to confirm necessary IDs, directions, etc. They will look you up by social security number. Any problems with this process, call Mimi Ackerman at USC SOM, 733-3210.