

Exercise as Medication
If there was a medication you could take that improved energy, sleep, libido, and confidence level all while reducing your risk for diabetes, heart attack, stroke and osteoporosis would you take it? Great news, there is just such a treatment out there: Exercise! In line with guidelines from the American College of Sports Medicine and the American College of Cardiology, the providers at Family Practice Center strongly encourage our patients to stay healthy by...........Read More

Atlanta March for Science
Along with thousands of other, Drs. Jim and Tyler Wheeler participated in the Atlanta March for Science on 4/22/17. As physicians and critical thinkers the Wheelers are strong supporters of scientific research and the use of peer reviewed evidence to help guide policy in our country and the world.
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What is a Sports Medicine Physician?
Sports Medicine Physicians are required to pass a national Sports Medicine certification examination every 10 years in addition to maintaining board certification in their primary specialty (i.e. Family Medicine). These demanding academic requirements,
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Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP) is a cutting edge therapy used by many elite level athletes to assist in recovery from chronic injuries in tendons, ligaments and joints. It has shown to help improve pain and functioning in patients with a variety of orthopedic injuries including the Achilles tendon, elbow (tennis elbow), shoulder (rotator cuff).