Losing significant weight is a tough battle. Unfortunately, dropping the pounds isn’t where the fight ends for many people. Excess skin and inelastic tissue can mask newly developed muscle tone and body shape, leaving weight loss warriors in a frustrating position as their outward appearance may not reflect the full extent of their body’s transformation. […]
07/31/2017
Surgicare Arts & Aesthetics Grand Opening | New Cosmetic Surgery Practice
On August 1st, 2017 Dr. Angelina Postoev will open her cosmetic surgery practice, Surgicare Arts & Aesthetics, to patients in the Metro Atlanta area. This debut coincides with the six-year anniversary of Georgia SurgiCare, which was co-founded by Dr. Christopher Ibikunle and Dr. Postoev in 2011. Dr. Postoev, or Dr. Angelina as her patients call […]
07/19/2017
Take a bite out of summer
Are your go-to healthy snacks out of season? Try these fresh summer superfoods to give your diet a colorful variety! Zucchini is a member of the summer squash family and looks similar to a cucumber. It is a great source of fiber and Vitamin A, and has been shown to help lower cholesterol. While zucchini […]
07/12/2017
Beat the Heat: Heatstroke and how to avoid it
Summer months are fun, but they take a toll on your body as the hot weather makes it hard to stay hydrated and regulate internal temperatures. There are numerous heat-related illnesses to look out for, including heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Heatstroke is a serious medical emergency that results from the body being unable […]
07/05/2017
Summer Skincare: Enjoy the Sun, Skip the Burn
Summer is here, but it’s important to take proper precautions before heading out to soak up some sun. According to the National Cancer Institute, skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, with 2.2 percent of Americans diagnosed each year. Of these cases, two percent are an aggressive form of skin cancer […]
06/20/2017
Getting to the bottom of the top health issues for men
During Men’s Health Month, Georgia SurgiCare is helping to raise awareness of health issues that are of relevance for men. As we noted in an earlier blog, men are still much less likely than women to visit their doctor for annual exams and preventive procedures, which are essential for the early detection and treatment of […]
06/15/2017
Tips for Staying Physically Active
In a previous blog we discussed the importance of getting enough exercise. Physical activity can reduce risk of disease and help you maintain your weight, which is even more important if you’ve just undergone weight loss surgery. One of the biggest obstacles to improving your level of physical activity is simply getting started. Here are a […]
06/15/2017
June is Men’s Health Month!
June marks the 23rd National Men’s Health Month, an occasion designed to help raise awareness of health issues of specific importance to men and boys. Affiliated with a Congressional health program, the objective of Men’s Health Month is to “heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among […]
05/24/2017
Get Active! The Importance of Physical Fitness
The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition focuses on encouraging Americans to become healthier through physical activity and better nutrition. Georgia SurgiCare is pleased to help spread the message to increase awareness of the need for physical activity. One of the most important ways we can take care of our bodies is find time […]
