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06/28/2019

Augusta University Health

Now featuring extended hours for Ortho On-Demand, AU Health's orthopaedic walk-in clinic treating musculoskeletal injuries. Link in comments or call for more info 706-721-2741.

06/28/2019

Augusta University Health

Now featuring extended hours for Ortho On-Demand, AU Health's orthopaedic walk-in clinic treating musculoskeletal injuries. Link in comments or call for more info 706-721-2741.

04/29/2019

Thanks to an impressive team of volunteers, AU's Sports Medicine Program was able to provide over 250 high school student athletes with free sports physicals last weekend! #orthopaedics #sportsmedicine #augustauniversity

04/02/2019

Last month, Dr. Stephen Parada, Director of Shoulder Surgery, performed the first surgery involving CT-guided navigation of a shoulder replacement in Georgia. Excellent work, Dr. Parada! #academicadvantage #orthopedics #shoulder

03/25/2019

8 signs of dehydration that you’ve probably never heard of

Dr. Jacqueline DuBose talks dehydration and the signs you need to be concerned about. 💧

We all know the most common method of checking if you’re dehydrated- the color of your pee. However, this is not the only sign our bodies give us when we become dehydrated. Dehydration can lead to urinary and kidney problems, seizures, and heat injuries so if you’re experiencing any of the follo...

03/14/2019

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Agochukwu has joined AU's Spine Team! For an appointment, please call 706-721-2741. #orthopaedics #spine

https://www.augustahealth.org/orthopaedics/meet-our-orthopaedic-physicians

03/12/2019

Athletic trainers: More than just a game

Happy National Athletic Training Month to AU's 20+ Athletic Trainers! #orthopaedics #sportsmedicine

https://jagwire.augusta.edu/archives/60018

Learn how AU Health is keeping young athletes safe on and off the field.

02/28/2019

Deli Meat, Coffee, Cheese, and other Pregnancy Food Myths

Eating for two? Somethings are better for your body when pregnant and others such as cheese are just plain rumors.

Pregnant women get advice from pretty much everyone they see. The number-one advice? What they should eat. So what should really be on your plate? We talked to Dr. Manish Jain, an obstetrician/gynecologist at Augusta University Health to bust some pregnancy food myths and give you the real food f

02/28/2019

A prescription for play

Setting time out for yourself and family is the only way for everyone involved to have a healthy happy relationship.

Is your child playing enough? Yes, it’s really a serious question. We’re not talking about seeing friends at school or being in front of a TV or video game. We’re not even talking about organized sports or another after-school activity. We’re talking about play: You remember, just hanging ou...

02/21/2019

9 tips for staying safe and being awesome on race day

If you're running in the Augusta Half this weekend, Dr. James Crownover, Sports Medicine Physician, has some tips for you!

http://yourhealth.augustahealth.org/2018/02/15/9-tips-for-staying-safe-and-being-awesome-on-race-day/

The Augusta University Half Marathon, 10K and 5K races are only a week away. This event is going to be tons of fun and an awesome experience for all involved! Here are some helpful tips for race day to stay safe and maximize your awesomeness, from the Jaguar Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics Team. P

02/08/2019

Our hand team is treating injuries and disorders of the hands, wrists, elbows and shoulders every weekday. Call 706-721-2741 to book your appointment!

02/04/2019

Joint Pain and weather changes: Is there a link?

Dr. Ryan DeCoons, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist, offers some insight and tips for weather-related joint pain.
http://yourhealth.augustahealth.org/2019/02/01/joint-pain-and-weather-changes-is-there-a-link/

If you are someone who suffers from joint pain, you may have noticed changes in the severity of this pain associated with changes in the weather. You may also have a friend or relative with arthritis who seems to be able to predict changes in the weather based on the pain in their joints. So is ther

10/23/2018

How safe is your home? The 6 most common household injuries

Though some injuries are inevitable, there are some small things we can do that will have a huge impact on home safety.

We all like to think of our homes as a safe place, but unfortunately, injuries happen all the time. Each year in the U.S. there are as many as 7 million injuries and 20 million hospital trips caused by injuries that occur inside the home. The most common household injuries, as many of us have und

09/17/2018

Virtually Informed Patient | Augusta University Health | Augusta, GA

The Family Medicine Center at AU Health will begin using the patient portal called VIP. Please make sure to register for your VIP account so you'll have full access to your health information! Sign up for the VIP portal at your next appointment. For questions regarding the VIP portal, please call 706-446-0024.

Augusta University Health, formerly GR health, VIP allows instant access to medical records, test results and your healthcare team.

09/06/2018

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09/04/2018

Keep up the great work, Dr. Renee!

07/03/2018

Surgery Recognition

07/02/2018

Surgery Recognition

06/14/2018

Great work, Dr. Patel!🙌

05/30/2018

Hearing Loss in Children: How Can You Help?

Kids aren't listening to you? Maybe it's not all their fault. Watch out for these signs this #BetterHearingMonth.

Don’t assume kids are too young to be prone to hearing loss. Hearing loss can affect people of any age, including babies. With raised awareness and healthy decisions, you can protect your child’s hearing in the long run. Aside from professional help, there are several ways you can prevent premat...

05/25/2018

Trouble finding your voice? Maximize your vocal health

Don't let your voice set you back. This #BetterHearingMonth, we are here to help you take care of that.

Are you a professional voice user? Before you say no, take a minute and think about it. “Most people think about professional vocalists being singers, performers or newscasters,” said Dr. Gregory Postma, director and vice chairman of the Augusta University Center for Voice and Swallowing Disor

05/23/2018

Can you hear me now? Coping with hearing loss

This #BetterHearingMonth, win the battle with hearing loss. We can help with that.

After decades of listening to the lawn mower, loud music, city traffic or noisy machinery, the human ear often begins to falter. High-pitched sounds usually fade first – birds chirping, telephones ringing, even women's voices. And age-related hearing loss, or presbycusis, occurs gradually, leaving...

05/21/2018

How's your hearing? Take our Quiz.

Got a spare minute? #BetterHearingMonth is here, it's time to take action.

"I can hear you, but I’m not quite sure what you said." "Kids these days talk so fast." "Why does it sound like everyone is mumbling?" Do any of these phrases apply to you? If you can relate, then it might be the right time to get your hearing checked – especially because hearing loss can h

09/27/2017

Mind over memory: When you should see a doctor

Want to stay mentally sharp? Stay physically active, be engaged socially, and develop a hobby. If you suspect any of these symptoms, be proactive and schedule an appointment with your doctor.

Forgot where you put your car keys? It happens to all of us, but as we get older, simple forgetting isn’t so simple. Many of us worry, "What if it’s Alzheimer’s?" According to Dr. John Morgan of the Augusta University Movement and Cognitive Disorders Center, Alzheimer’s symptoms typically begin t

08/11/2017

A fine balance: Stay steady on your feet with this easy exercise

An estimated 1 in 7 Americans experiences a balance or dizziness problem each year, and the risk increases as you get older.

Think good balance isn’t important? Try performing everyday activities, such as walking, getting up from a chair or bending over, without it. An estimated 1 in 7 Americans experiences a balance or dizziness problem each year, and the risk increases as you get older. "In fact, trouble with balanc

08/08/2017

AU Medical Associates membership meeting set for Aug. 14 – Jagwire

#AugustaUniversity Medical Associates will hold a special called membership meeting.

Employees • Health AU Medical Associates membership meeting set for Aug. 14 6 days agoby Denise Parrish AU Medical Associates will hold a special called membership meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 14, on the Augusta University Health Sciences Campus in the Lee Auditoria Center building, Room BC-104...

07/11/2017

Epilepsy and pregnancy: New clinic makes having healthy children possible

Women who suffer from #epilepsy have a lot to consider. There's offers a clinic dedicated to women and the issues they face with epilepsy, just one of them being pregnancy.

Women who suffer from epilepsy — a neurological disorder marked by sudden, recurrent seizures that are associated with abnormal electrical activity — have a lot to consider. Those concerns range from the impact of hormones on seizures, choosing seizure medications and birth control, pregnancy, paren

06/14/2017

Delicious food swaps: Easy ways to make your favorite foods heart-healthy

Follow #dietitian, Sarah Schmidt’s simple suggestions to turn your favorite high-calorie recipes into #healthymeals you can make every week, without sacrificing taste.

Planning a steaming bowl of pasta Alfredo for dinner, followed by your mom's famous gooey chocolate chip cookies for dessert? But wait. "In the right portions, you can actually enjoy your favorite guilty-pleasure meals without the guilt, thanks to some easy heart-healthy swaps," said Sarah Schmidt,

05/30/2017

If you DON’T snooze, you lose! Our answers to 3 questions keeping you up at night

You don't have to settle for bad sleep! We promise. #BetterSleepMonth

It’s that time of year again – that oh so wonderful time – when we get to set our clocks back an hour … the time when we think we can finally make up for that hour we lost in the spring. How nice it would be if that one hour were the only sleep I’d lost this year! If you, too, are feeling tired a

05/25/2017

Why can't I sleep? 6 easy ways to start snoozing

Dr. Blanchard at our Sleep Center suggests these 6 tips for #BetterSleepMonth.

Feel like you’re in a fog? That’s what poor sleep can do to you — and it can be bad for your health, too. Lack of sleep lowers your concentration, affects your memory, saps your energy and increases your risk for an accident — and can even lead to conditions such as depression, high blood pressur

05/24/2017

Can you hear me now? Coping with hearing loss

To help preserve your hearing, wear earmuffs or earplugs in loud environments & have your hearing checked regularly. If you think you have a #hearingloss, or may be at risk for one, talk to your doctor about hearing testing. #BetterHearingMonth

After decades of listening to the lawn mower, loud music, city traffic or noisy machinery, the human ear often begins to falter. High-pitched sounds usually fade first – birds chirping, telephones ringing, even women's voices. And age-related hearing loss, or presbycusis, occurs gradually, leaving m

05/23/2017

Can natural remedies help you sleep better?

While there are plenty of prescription drugs that can help with #insomnia, natural sleep remedies available over-the-counter may offer help with fewer side effects. #BetterSleepMonth

If you’re like most Americans, you’re probably not getting enough sleep. According to a study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than a third of American adults aren’t getting the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night on a regular basis. Getting enough slee

05/19/2017

Get your best sleep now – and other ways to feel your best in 2017

The secret to better sleep? Good #sleephygiene. #BetterSleepMonth

Let’s get happy, y’all, by focusing on better sleep, more energy and less anxiety For most of us, 2016 was a tough year. "Is 2016 the Worst Year in History?" Slate.com provocatively asked (well, maybe not compared to the Black Death in 1348), citing terror attacks, the Zika virus, Brexit, poli

05/09/2017

Nurses are the eyes and ears of the hospital. This is Danene’s six word story. #NursesWeek http://www.augusta.edu/stories.php/#DaneneCarter

04/17/2017

Executive committee, trustees of AU Medical Associates to meet April 19, 24 – Jagwire

The AU Medical Associates Executive Committee will meet at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 19, 2017.

will meet at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at the AU Health Medical Office Building, in fourth-floor conference room BP-4306.

04/10/2017

Not in the mood? The answer just might be in your medicine cabinet

If you’re taking one of these medications and have noticed an issue, talk to your physician or pharmacist right away.

For most of us, sex is as basic a desire as the food we eat or the air we breathe. But what happens when that sex drive disappears? It’s a frustrating problem – but for many, the answer might be as close as your medicine cabinet. It’s estimated that one in four of us (both men and women) exper

03/30/2017

Don’t blame spring just yet – the age-old question: Is it an allergy or something else?

Sneezing? Scratchy throat? Don’t reach for your tried and true allergy reliever just yet. Are you sure it’s an #allergy – or could it be something else?

If just the sight of pine pollen makes you start sneezing, welcome to Augusta. (But fun fact: While pine pollen gets all the blame, most people actually aren’t allergic to it!) Still, don’t reach for your tried and true allergy reliever just yet. Are you sure it’s an allergy – or could it be some

02/02/2017

Can you hear me now? Coping with hearing loss

To schedule an appointment with an #audiologist, call 706-721-6010, or visit augustahealth.org/audiology for more information.

After decades of listening to the lawn mower, loud music, city traffic or noisy machinery, the human ear often begins to falter. High-pitched sounds usually fade first – birds chirping, telephones ringing, even women's voices. And age-related hearing loss, or presbycusis, occurs gradually, leaving m

01/25/2017

Welcome Dr. Seyyedi to our #ENT team! Learn more about our Ear, Nose and Throat services at augustahealth.org/ent.

01/17/2017

AU Medical Associates groups to meet Jan. 18, 23 respectively |

For more information on #AugustaUniversity Medical Associates, contact Lauren Neville at 706-828-6401.

Health • Health Note • Media Advisory • University AU Medical Associates groups to meet Jan. 18, 23 respectively January 12, 2017by Denise Parrish The Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees of AU Medical Associates will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017, on the fourth floor of the...

10/17/2016

AU Medical Associates Executive Committee to meet Oct. 19 |

The Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Medical College of Georgia Physicians Practice Group Foundation, doing business as AU Medical Associates will meet Oct. 19th.

Health • Health Note • University AU Medical Associates Executive Committee to meet Oct. 19 October 13, 2016by Denise Parrish AUGUSTA, Ga. – The Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Medical College of Georgia Physicians Practice Group Foundation, doing business as AU Medical Associate...

10/17/2016

Augusta University Health's cover photo

09/28/2016

Welcome Dr. Street to our #LaborandDelivery team! Learn more about our L&D services at augustahealth.org/womens. #WomanCrushWednesday

09/27/2016

New Wound Care Clinic saves patients time, limbs and trouble |

Our Wound Care Clinic is open every Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the fourth floor of the Medical Office Building.

Health New Wound Care Clinic saves patients time, limbs and trouble September 26, 2016by Nick Garrett In 2009 alone, the United States spent an estimated $25 billion treating chronic wounds. By 2012, the average cost of treatment per wound was $3,900. Since then, those numbers have steadily risen. T...

08/08/2016

How to pay hospital, clinical bills in one easy trip |

Introducing our new convenient location to pay your bill, you won't even have to leave the building!

Health How to pay hospital, clinical bills in one easy trip August 3, 2016by Nick Garrett Patients of Augusta University Health now have a one-stop shop for all things bill-pay. The new bill-pay office, opened on Aug. 1 in the Medical Office Building, Room 1204, is an expansion of existing Medical A...