Betsy Grunch, M.D., FAANS, FACS, a board-certified neurosurgeon with Longstreet Clinic, has been recognized among “America’s Best Spine Surgeons 2024” by Newsweek and Statista, an exclusive list of the best 150 best spine surgeons in the country. The rankings were released on Newsweek’s website on June 12 and also will be published in an upcoming […]
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Role of exercise in weight loss
Despite a boom of technological innovation as well next generation medications and surgical techniques, bariatric medicine still trusts a few “old-fashioned” methods in the pursuit of weight loss and better health. Exercise has always – and will always be – a key part of better health. And that is why the knowledgeable and experienced […]
Read MoreExercise and pregnancy
As an expectant or new mother, you understand that you’re going to deal with a lot of changes to your body. But being pregnant and giving birth does not mean that you can’t keep up a healthy and active lifestyle. In fact, doctors and healthcare providers encourage expectant and new mothers of all shapes and […]
Read MoreGet the facts about obesity
You probably know if you’re overweight. But how do you know when you’re at the point when you need to do something about it? And what should you do when you reach that point? Those are not always easy questions to answer. Asking “Dr. Google” will give you all kinds of information – which usually […]
Read MoreIs bariatric surgery right for you?
If you are battling weight concerns and are thinking about bariatric surgery, you no doubt have questions. How well does weight loss surgery work? How hard is recovery? What is a patient’s life like after surgery? How do I even know if surgery is a solution that makes sense for my situation? However, if you […]
Read MoreLongstreet Clinic: Your Patient-Centered Medical Home
At Longstreet Clinic, we’re proud that all of our primary care sites (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine & Pediatrics) are certified as Patient-Centered Medical Home programs by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). The patient-centered medical home (PCMH) is a model of care that puts patients at the forefront of care. PCMHs build better relationships between patients […]
Read MoreLongstreet Clinic voted ‘Best of Hall’ in 5 categories
Longstreet Clinic recently was named “Best of Hall” for 2024 in the following Medical/Health categories: Neurosurgery Group Obstetrics Urgent Care Vascular/Vein Women’s Health “Best of Hall” is an annual contest hosted by GainesvilleTimes.com to highlight businesses and organizations in Hall County, Ga. Readers of the publication are asked to make nominations annually in October, with […]
Read MoreAdolescents and Weight Loss
PROUD PARTNERS IN ADDRESSING ADOLESCENT WEIGHT LOSS Center for Weight Management team partners with NGHS program designed to boost teen health. Obesity is not just an issue for adults. In fact, a Centers for Disease Control (CDC) study* revealed that 22.2% of American 12- to 19-year-olds have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or […]
Read MoreWeight 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. […]
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