United Way of Hall County (UWHC) will host its Inaugural Read and Run Half-Marathon/5K, Read-A-Thon and Expo on Saturday, April 14, at The Venue at Friendship Springs from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. “This event is a way for us to reach everyone, no matter their age or athletic ability – especially those who are active […]
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Longstreet Clinic Now Offers ThermiVa
Longstreet Clinic Obstetrics and Gynecology is proud to announce the availability of a new leading-edge treatment for feminine wellness. ThermiVa was developed to treat the excessive stretching of the vaginal muscles from childbirth, as well as incontinence problems in aging women, vaginal dryness and skin laxity. The procedure is non-invasive and non-surgical. Three to four in-office […]
Read MoreLongstreet Clinic’s Dr. Frank McDonald Sworn in as President of the Medical Association of Georgia
Frank McDonald Jr., M.D., MBA, was sworn into office as the president of the Medical Association of Georgia (MAG) during a ceremony that took place during the organization’s 163rd House of Delegates (HOD) meeting in Savannah on October 21. “I am truly honored and excited to be given the opportunity to serve my patients, my […]
Read MoreLongstreet Clinic’s Daling Selected as ‘Preceptor of the Year’
Kommerina Daling, M.D., a family physician with Longstreet Clinic Family Medicine in Oakwood, was recently selected as Emory’s “Preceptor of the Year” for the 2016-2017 academic year. The honor was given to Daling on behalf of the directors of the Adult Primary Care Clerkship and the students at the Emory University School of Medicine. According […]
Read MoreVery Low Calorie Program
If you are battling weight issues and are motivated to do something about it, then it can be very tempting to try solutions on your own. But, depending on your weight loss needs, you may find it’s not as simple as cutting back on your portions and getting more exercise. And if you are battling […]
Read MoreLow Calorie Program
Are you in search of an answer to your weight struggles? Are you also in need of structure and accountability in order to stick with a weight loss plan? At Longstreet Clinic’s Center for Weight Management, we not only offer sure-fire methods to impact your health in a positive way, we also provide the kind […]
Read MoreAbnormal bleeding (Periods)
A normal menstrual cycle is typically between 24 days and 38 days. A typical menstrual period lasts up to 8 days. What is ‘abnormal’? Bleeding in any of the following situations is considered abnormal uterine bleeding: Bleeding or spotting between periods Heavy bleeding during your period (menorrhagia) Menstrual cycles that are longer than 38 days […]
Read MoreHighpoint Medical Center Now Open in Braselton
Longstreet Clinic moved into its new home in Braselton, less than a mile away from its current offices, on Monday. The new office is located at Highpoint Medical Center at 1270 Friendship Road. This state-of-the-art facility will enable Longstreet Clinic to better serve its patients and their families, as well as enhance the patient-centered medical […]
Read MorePelvic Prolapse
Prolapse occurs when muscles and ligaments that support organs weaken, causing the surrounding organs to slip out of place. Prolapse often get worse over time and sometimes requires surgery. Pelvic organ prolapse can be tested by a bladder function test, a pelvic floor strength test an MRI or a gynecological ultrasound. Women often experience a […]
Read MoreAbdominal Aortic Aneurysm
The aorta vessel leads straight out of the heart and supplies the body with blood. Therefore, if its structure is compromised via an aortic aneurysm, it must be detected and repaired. However, the health of your aorta can be determined through simple and routine screenings. In fact, Medicare will cover a one-time screening for patients […]
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