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Feb 08, 2022 | 3 min read

Family Practice Center February Health & Wellness Spotlight: Weight Management

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We want to welcome everyone to our introductory health and wellness spotlight feature of the month blog. We will be using these posts to go in-depth on a specific area of health and wellness in the hopes of emphasizing its importance to our patient’s physical and mental wellbeing. To get things started, we wanted to discuss weight management this month and the many benefits that maintaining a healthy body weight can have for people of all ages. Help Prevent Heart Disease Weight management is a critical tool in the fight against heart disease. Each year, cardiovascular related health conditions including heart attacks and coronary artery disease are the leading cause of death for adults in the US. Achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight can help keep additional stress of the heart and promote long-term heart health. We recommend eating a heart healthy diet rich in leafy green vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Lower Risk of Other Major Health Concerns A person’s weight can also impact their risk of developing other serious health concerns over time. For example, being overweight can significantly increase a person’s chances of developing high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes as they age. Additionally, carrying extra weight for an extended period of time can also lead to arthritis and potentially debilitating joint pain. It’s important to exercise regularly and stay physically active, especially as you age. Improve Confidence & Self-Esteem The effects of weight management are more than just physical. There is a significant correlation between a person’s weight and the way they feel about themselves. Losing weight can have a very positive impact on a person’s self-confidence and emotional wellbeing. Even a modest positive change in a person’s weight can provide a considerable feeling of personal satisfaction and achievement. Here at Family Practice Center, our primary care providers perform a variety of nutrition and weight management services for our patients. This includes our new weight management clinic at our Cumming location, led by our newest provider Dr. Leah Macklin, beginning in March. If you feel like you need some assistance in this area and would like to consult with our experts or sign up for our clinic, contact Family Practice Center at one of our four Atlanta area locations (Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, Canton, Cumming). You can also follow us on Facebook for additional practice updates, health tips, news, and much more.
Aug 13, 2018 | 2 min read

Flip-Flopitis

This time of year, I tend to see a number of patients with a concern of foot pain. These patients come in with tenderness on the bottom or top of the feet. The problem originates...
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Flip-flopitis
Dec 11, 2017 | 8 min read

JNC7 vs JNC8 New Blood Pressure Guidelines

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...
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Dec 06, 2017 | 1 min read

Kaiser HMO Exchange Plan

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...
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Oct 26, 2017 | 1 min read

Emory Physician Preceptors

All 3 physicians at Family Practice Center are currently or have been Adjunct Professors of Medicine at Emory Medical School. We are honored to be asked to be teachers of Family Medicine at the top...
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Emory Physician Preceptors
May 01, 2017 | 1 min read

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...
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Atlanta March for Science
Mar 14, 2017 | 2 min read

I know it’s an Ear Infection

Jan woke up this morning with right ear pain. She had similar symptoms in 2015 and was diagnosed at that time with a middle ear infection. The infection was treated with oral antibiotics. Jan decides...
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