WITHIN THE NEXT DECADE, cancer will be the #1 cause of death for Americans. Urologic malignancies account for 33% of cancer in men, with prostate cancer as the most common.
Dr. Dev Mally at Advanced Urology is fellowship-trained in treating these urologic cancers, including prostate, kidney, bladder, adrenal and testicular cancer. He...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States – but you probably know that. You probably also know that preventing and treating heart disease can help you live longer.
But did you know that the same risk factors for heart disease — diabetes, drinking alcohol to excess, high blood pressure,...
As a surgeon, Dr. Vishal Bhalani chose
urology as his specialty because it not only provided the challenge
of treating a range of conditions but more importantly, because
urology offered the opportunity to have enduring relationships with
his patients.
“I love urology because you have this
real continuity with patients. I might perform a vasectomy for a
patient...
The ‘mystery and miracle’ of
medicine never gets old
Doctor Michael Stechison’s day begins
at 5:00 AM with two cups of coffee and, on those days when a
difficult brain surgery is on the schedule, he’ll play a few bars
on the piano before leaving the house.
“It kind of warms your fingers up.”
In the first room, a young child has
asthma and is wheezing. In the next, an elderly gentleman awaits his
physical. The hustle and bustle of her day doesn’t end as she flits
from room to room, performing everything from annual checkups to
treating chronic medical issues.
But Dr. Hira Kohli, a physician at
Gwinnett Medical Group...
If it’s been longer than the
recommended six months between your dental check-ups it may be
because of an unpleasant experience from long ago that involved
needles and drills. You’re in good company. But the longer you
avoid the dentist, the more likely you are to risk serious oral
health issues.
The team of compassionate professionals
at Suwanee Dental Care...
1. Keeping Your Toothbrush for Too Long
The ADA recommends changing your
toothbrush every 3-4 months, so make a resolution to change your
toothbrush with every season this year. Frayed and broken bristles
won’t keep your teeth clean—these are signs it’s time to let
go. When you’re shopping, look for one with the ADA Seal of
Acceptance.
The Gwinnett Chamber honored 90
finalists and 12 honorees at its annual Healthcare Awards,
recognizing “individuals and organizations making a significant
impact in Gwinnett County and metro Atlanta’s healthcare industry.”
Allied Health – Michael
Callen, Emory Johns Creek Hospital,
Altruistic Contributor – Laura
Hannah, Eastside Medical Center,
Community Wellness ...
