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Hospital expansion provides convenience for Hamilton Mill community

February 13, 2015

Hospital expansion provides convenience
for Hamilton Mill community
Gwinnett Medical Center growth continues

Lawrenceville, Ga. – Recently, Gwinnett Medical Center (GMC) administration announced the further expansion of services at the Hamilton Mill location. Located across from Duncan Creek public library in Hamilton Mill Station, the expanded location now includes primary care, cardiac and women’s services and walk-in care in addition to the current imaging facilities, which feature mammograms, x-ray and ultrasound.

Finding answers is internal medicine physician’s specialty

February 5, 2015

Finding answers is internal medicine physician’s specialty

“I chose internal medicine as my specialty because I like solving problems and I like seeing patients with a wide range of medical needs,” says Faith Gray, M.D., an internal medicine specialist at DeKalb Medical Physicians Group Lilburn Internal Medicine.

The newest in laser hair removal treatment

February 4, 2015

The newest in laser hair removal treatment
By Abraham Medical Cosmetic

Not long ago laser hair removal treatments were only best recommended for people with light colored skin and dark hair color because the laser system was only able to distinguish darker pigments in contrast to lighter skin.

8 mistakes heart patients make

February 4, 2015

If you’ve already been through one heart attack, you’re at increased risk for another, but with a few smart moves you can reduce that risk. Unfortunately, many heart patients have mistaken ideas about what’s good for them.

5 things you need to do before summer!

February 4, 2015

Every season, clients head to About Face Skin Care to take care of things that are bothering them, but sometimes they find that they have waited too late in the season to get started. We thought we would dedicate this month’s article to those 5 treatments you want to consider while the weather is still frightful!

Thomas Lyons, M.D., specializes in female reproductive medicine and gynecology. His practice, DeKalb Medical Physicians Group Montreal OB/GYN, is recognized as a pioneer in gynecologic surgery.

Diagnosing and treating Endometriosis

January 12, 2015

More than 5 million women in the United States have endometriosis* — making it one of the most common health problems for women. “It is also one of the most enigmatic diseases physicians see,” says Thomas Lyons, M.D., a physician specializing in female reproductive medicine and gynecology with DeKalb Medical Physicians Group Montreal OB/GYN, recognized for its expertise on endometriosis and a pioneer in gynecologic surgery.

A better way to run

January 7, 2015

Kids learning to swim attend swimming lessons for weeks. When wanting to take their tennis to the next level even casual tennis players hire a coach. So why are we so reluctant to seek professional help to learn how to run better, more efficiently and injury-free?

Battle the bulge the non-surgical way!

December 10, 2014

The holidays are upon us and that means family, fun and food! What’s great about this time of year is the excitement in the air and the generous spirit that comes with it. The only downside may be the extra pounds we pack on after the holiday craze has ended.

Pam Noonan of Gwinnett Medical Center Garners March of Dimes Award for Excellence in Nursing

December 9, 2014

Pam Noonan of Gwinnett Medical Center Garners March of Dimes Award for Excellence in Nursing
Recognized for care, compassion, service

Lawrenceville, Ga. – The Georgia Chapter of the March of Dimes announced that Pam Noonan of the Gwinnett Women’s Pavilion at Gwinnett Medical Center (GMC)-Lawrenceville received top honors in the Women’s Health category. The organization honored 16 outstanding local nurses at the 2014 Nurse of the Year Awards.