Bowel control problems are incredibly common and almost always treatable. Though fecal incontinence is extremely common (1 in 12 adults), it shouldn’t be considered a normal part of aging. Join Dr. Fernando Aycinena for a free webinar on bladder and bowel concerns, with time for Q & A. Are these symptoms causing you to say “no” […]
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Weight Loss Diet & Supplements
Weight problems come in all shapes and sizes – literally. And no matter our size or shape, so many of us could benefit from a little weight help now at different times in our lives. The best news is that you don’t have to be considering bariatric surgery or battling obesity to benefit from the […]
Read MoreChoosing surgery as a weight loss option
When you hear the words “bariatric surgery,” you likely have all kinds of thoughts – and there’s a good chance many of your ideas are based on myths. That’s because bariatric (or weight loss) surgery is not something that many people understand, and what they know of it is likely through outdated or secondhand sources. […]
Read MoreWrist and Ankle Injuries
When you think about the stress we put on our ankles and wrists, it’s pretty amazing how resilient those two areas of the body are. However, even the strongest joints can only take so much, and because of how we use them, wrists and ankles are two of the most injured locations in the human […]
Read MoreInclement weather delays: Wednesday, Jan. 17
Due to inclement weather advisories, the following locations will delay opening until 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024: Longstreet Clinic Cancer Center – Toccoa We apologize for any inconvenience and thank our patients for their understanding. Posted 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, 204
Read MoreNonsurgical Options for Pain Treatment
Interventional pain management offers patients real and lasting relief from persistent, sometimes crippling pain – the kind of pain that can dominate your life. And this approach does so without the use of narcotic prescriptions. In fact, at Longstreet Clinic Interventional Pain Management, we utilize a range of non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures. So, what […]
Read MoreLimited Time: Gastric Sleeve at reduced price
Longstreet Clinic and Dr. Eric Velazquez are pleased to announce an exclusive, limited time self-pay promotion for Sleeve Gastrectomy. From Jan. 15, 2024, through Feb. 29, 2024, patients who schedule their initial consultation with Dr. Velazquez can take advantage of this limited-time offer and get this life-changing procedure for $11,534. “We understand that medical expenses can […]
Read MoreOakwood Pediatrics closed Jan. 11-15, 2024
Please be aware that our Oakwood Pediatrics office on Mundy Mill Road will be closed Friday, Jan. 12, and Monday, Jan. 15, due to building maintenance. Our other Pediatrics offices (Gainesville, Braselton, Buford and Baldwin) will operate normally. Any calls placed to our Oakwood office on these dates will be routed to Gainesville, where our […]
Read MoreFormer SEC linebacker ready to tackle life again after bariatric surgery
Des Williams did not look obese. So some people were shocked to find out the former University of Georgia linebacker developed the telltale symptoms of obesity, including high blood pressure, sleep apnea and chronic fatigue. Called “comorbidities” they were taking a toll on Des’s life. So even though he carried his weight of almost 330 […]
Read MoreUrgent Care closing at 6 p.m. through Jan. 2
Longstreet Clinic Urgent Care will close earlier than normal, at 6 p.m. on Dec. 26-29, 2023, and Jan. 2, 2024. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Longstreet Clinic Urgent Care is located on the third floor of building A of our 725 Jesse Jewell Parkway campus in Gainesville. Regular weekday hours resume at […]
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