Every day, doctors and scientists learn more about the novel coronavirus and the sickness it can yield – COVID-19. Studying something so tiny yet so intricate as a virus requires time, and that is why is experts are still discovering new aspects of the novel coronavirus just months removed from the start of the pandemic. […]
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Six Longstreet doctors designated as Surgeons of Excellence
Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) Gainesville recently made history when it became the first hospital in Georgia to receive accreditation as a Center of Excellence in both Robotic Surgery and Hernia Surgery. Surgical Review Corporation (SRC), an internationally recognized patient safety organization, recognized NGMC for its dedication to delivering safe, effective and evidence-based patient care […]
Read MoreDon’t delay necessary & preventive care
For 25 years Longstreet Clinic has proudly cared for families across our community. And we’re still here, providing high quality, safe medical care tailored to you. There’s no need to delay the care you need, including preventive care visits. All of Longstreet Clinic’s locations are open and welcoming patients, as well as taking CDC-recommended precautionary […]
Read MoreMemorial Day Hours
In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2021, all of our offices, including Urgent Care, will be closed with the following exception: Longstreet Clinic Pediatrics in Gainesville will operate on its Saturday schedule, open for appointments between 8:30 a.m. and noon on Monday. Longstreet Clinic Urgent Care will operate its current hours Saturday, […]
Read MoreCancer care continues during pandemic
For patients undergoing active cancer treatment and their caregivers, the situation is a daunting one even more so than usual. Cancer patients are at higher risk for COVID-19 infection and complications due to their immunocompromised state, but ongoing treatment is critical to their longer term health. But physicians and healthcare experts are warning cancer patients […]
Read MoreMedical insights into COVID-19 plus what comes next
It is easy to be confused and overwhelmed by the ever-changing landscape of the novel coronavirus pandemic and what it has wrought. We are living our lives as never before. And just when you think you have a handle on your everyday conduct – doing things like responsibly social distancing, getting your food via delivery, […]
Read MoreExperts urge extra precautions for diabetics
While all of us have been advised to take precautions during the novel coronavirus pandemic, the data continues to show that certain segments of the population must be much more considerate and careful when it comes to both avoiding the virus and dealing with the symptoms that its infection – known as COVID-19 – produces. […]
Read More5 physicians named Georgia Trend Top Doctors
Five Longstreet Clinic physicians have been named to Georgia Trend magazine’s inaugural Top Doctors list. The list was created in partnership with DataJoe Research following the methodology that included peer voting and reviewing government sources. “We recognize that there are many good doctors who are not shown in this representative list. This is only a […]
Read MoreKeep colorectal health a priority, even in uncertain times
Typically during March, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we take time to draw attention to the importance of early detection and routine screenings in determining good outcomes. Unfortunately colorectal awareness had to take a back seat to the health crisis currently gripping the United States and the entire globe, as the rapid spread of the novel […]
Read MorePediatric care during a pandemic? Absolutely
Parents are understandably concerned about exposing their children to the novel coronavirus which causes COVID-19. However, Longstreet Clinic pediatricians want every parent to know that avoiding well-care check-ups (especially for children age 2 and younger) and immunization appointments could lead to potential health concerns in the long run. Longstreet pediatricians are doing everything imaginable to […]
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