by C. Steven Schramm, M.D. | Dec 11, 2017 | Uncategorized
What Should My Blood Pressure Target Be? Published online in the AHA’s Hypertension journal, the new 2017 guideline covers detection, prevention, management and treatment of high blood pressure (HBP). Specifically, it calls for HBP to be treated with lifestyle changes and with medication as needed beginning at 130/80 mmHg rather than the previous commonly accepted threshold of 140/90 mmHg. The authors said they anticipate the new guideline will primarily...
by James Wheeler, MD | Dec 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
Starting on January 1, 2018 the providers at Family Practice Center will be accepting the Kaiser HMO Exchange Plan. With the exit of the BCBS exchange products from the metro Atlanta area, we are committed to providing excellent care to the Kaiser patients. Below are samples of the ID cards that will be accepted at Family Practice Center. We look forward to welcoming you to the Family Practice Center family. Please call our office today to make an...
