The timeline for COVID-19 vaccine distribution is a topic of great concern for all of us. Family Practice Center is doing everything we can to help keep our patients informed. All of our healthcare providers have received their first round of COVID-19 vaccinations. As of January 7, 2021, we currently do NOT have vaccines available for the general public but we will notify all patients via MyChart, our website, and our Family Practice Center Facebook page when we have them in office. Below is some information about the current state of vaccine distribution in Georgia as well as the facilities in our local area who are currently offering the vaccine to those who meet eligibility criteria:
Georgia is currently in Phase 1A for COVID vaccines which includes healthcare workers and long term care facility residents. Effective January 11, 2021 the expanded list of individuals eligible for vaccination in Phase 1A will include:
- Healthcare workers in clinical settings (e.g., nurses, physicians, EMS, laboratory technicians, environmental services)
- Staff and residents of long-term care facilities
- All law enforcement and fire personnel (including volunteer departments)
- Adults aged 65 and older (and their caregivers as applicable)
If you fit into this category, here is a list of facilities offering the vaccine:
East Marietta Drugs:
You can contact East Marietta Drugs to schedule a vaccination appointment via email at contact@eastmariettadrugs.com (Appointments CANNOT be made by telephone).
Jim R. Miller Park:
According to the Department of Public Health, Cobb and Douglas Public Health will convert the Jim R. Miller Park facility into a drive-through COVID vaccination center (appointments required). Please visit this link for all the details.
Morehouse School of Medicine:
Morehouse School of Medicine will also be hosting drive-through vaccinations for eligible participants. Starting 1/9/2021, vaccinations will be available on Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. Please visit this link for additional information. Vaccines will be available for eligible healthcare workers, first responders, residents of long-term care facilities, and adults aged 75 and up. To register, email your name and phone number to covidvaccine@msm.edu.
Briarcliff Pharmacy:
You can contact Briarcliff Pharmacy via email at contact@briarcliffRX.com to schedule an appointment.
Due to the overwhelming number of inquiries we are receiving and our continuing need to serve all of our patients, we ask that you please check on our website, MyChart page, and follow us on Facebook for updates. For more information or to schedule an appointment with one of our healthcare providers, contact Family Practice Center at one of our Atlanta or Alpharetta locations today.