When Victoria Truelove talks about her own career in health care, she might just as well be speaking about the clinic for which she works, and in a very real sense, she is. Victoria launched her nursing profession at Longstreet Clinic at almost the exact same time the Clinic was founded – by physicians at […]
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Four named 2025 Atlanta Magazine ‘Top Doctors’
We are proud to announce that four Longstreet Clinic physicians recently earned recognition as Atlanta Magazine’s Top Doctors for 2025. Longstreet Clinic’s honorees were: J. Fernando Aycinena, M.D., FACS, FASCRS, Colon & Rectal Surgery Betsy Grunch, M.D., FAANS, FACS, Neurosurgery Priscilla Strom, M.D., FACS, Breast Surgery Sook K. Yoon, M.D., Pain Medicine This represents the […]
Read MoreIndependence Day Holiday Hours
In order to allow our providers and staff to enjoy the Independence Day holiday with their families and friends, ALL Longstreet Clinic offices, including Urgent Care, will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2024. Normal weekend operating hours for Urgent Care (Gainesville) and Pediatrics (Gainesville & Braselton) are in effect Saturday and Sunday, July 5 […]
Read MoreTips for Eating Healthy this Summer
There’s always so much to celebrate during the summer months – from weddings to graduations, plus national holidays – spanning the months from May through September. With parties likely scheduled to accompany the celebrations, and with the days getting longer and offering more of an opportunity to fill up the hours outside of work, here […]
Read MoreA Commitment to Better Health – and to Each Other
As husband and wife of 15 years, Christina and Toby Cole shared a tight bond. But the couple, who reside in Cumming, Ga., also shared a battle with their weight, and weight-related issues. So, when each determined to do something about it, their love and support for each other made a big difference in what […]
Read MoreClinic launches ‘New You’ e-newsletter
Longstreet Clinic’s Center for Weight Management takes pride in helping our community enjoy a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle. But our doctors, nurses, and dietitians know it’s not always easy to maintain an ideal weight, find the right diet, or discover an enjoyable exercise routine in this hectic, modern world. Sometimes you need a little help. […]
Read MoreLongstreet remains ‘in-network’ for UHC members
Originally published May 1, 2023; Updated May 13, 2025 The Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) and UnitedHealthcare (UHC) contract lapsed April 30, 2023. Those negotiations involved coverage for services provided to UnitedHealthcare commercial health insurance plan members at NGHS facilities, including NGMC & NGPG facilities. Longstreet Clinic currently operates independently from NGHS, therefore we have […]
Read MoreLongstreet Clinic and NGHS reach definitive agreement
April 30, 2025 Longstreet Clinic and Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) have reached a definitive agreement for the Clinic to become an official part of NGHS during the fourth quarter of 2025. “Longstreet Clinic and NGHS have partnered to provide high-quality care for decades; this agreement enables us to take our partnership to the next […]
Read MoreWhy staying current on childhood vaccines is crucial
School may be wrapping up for the year, but it’s never too early to start planning for the move back to the classroom for 2020-21, which is currently slated for early August. The Georgia Department of Public Health requires certain vaccinations for school-aged children, so it’s important to keep current on those requirements so that […]
Read MoreCaring for patients, growing a career
While the care of our patients is our primary mission, over the past 30 years Longstreet Clinic has proudly watched the development, growth, and successful career paths of many employees. Longstreet Clinic offers the opportunity not only to care for patients, but a variety of opportunities to learn about yourself, explore new things, grow interests, […]
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