A Healthy You

PAP Smears in Atlanta – Why You Should Be Getting Them Regularly
Southside Medical Center proudly offers Pap smears Atlanta. This is an important test for all sexually active women. Read on to learn more about why it is so important. What is a Pap Smear? Also known as a Pap test, it is a quick procedure that screens for cervical dysplasia. Cervical dysplasia are abnormalities in […]

Finding an Esteemed and Trusted Atlanta Dentistry Practice
At Southside Medical Center, we are proud to offer Atlanta dentistry services. We focus on premier, cutting-edge dental care for patients of all ages, beginning at age three and on through adulthood. While we provide numerous services directly on site, we can also provide referrals for our patients who need additional services that we do […]

When to Visit Our Trusted and Qualified Optometrist in Georgia
An optometrist is a medical professional who provides “primary vision care” like conducting vision tests and diagnosing eye disorders. Our doctor in Georgia can prescribe and provide corrective lenses, and she can also prescribe medications for certain eye conditions. Our team can provide the following services: • Comprehensive eye exams • Full optical services • […]

Concerns About Your Intimate Health? Consider Urology Care!
You have been having this problem lately, and it is kind of embarrassing to talk about it over the Internet. However, keeping it all bottled up is not helping either. If you are experiencing any of the following issues, you may want to consider urology care with us at Southside Medical Center in Atlanta. Erectile […]

Choosing the Right Pediatric Health Team
Few things are more important to parents and families than the health and wellness of their children. One of the things that is central to that health and wellness is choosing the right pediatric health care. The search for the right pediatric health care office often begins during pregnancy. Experts agree that the second trimester […]

Choosing a Teen Health Program for Your Child
The teenage years come with a lot of changes and transitions both for the teen as well as the entire family. As such, you can probably already see the importance of choosing the right teen health program for the adolescent in your family. While most families depend on a pediatrician for the care of babies […]

Struggling with Diabetes? Attend Our Diabetes Self-Management Class!
Managing diabetes is a challenge. It doesn’t matter if you have type II diabetes or type I diabetes. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been battling with diabetes for many years or if your diagnosis with diabetes is relatively recent. The struggles are constant, and they require a lot of focus, dedication, and patience in order […]

How Can a Podiatry Specialist Help Me?
Podiatry is the treatment of the foot, ankle, and related structures. A podiatry specialist, or doctor of podiatric medicine, is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders and injuries of the foot and related structures. Like other medical doctors, a podiatry specialist goes to medical school and undertake residencies to learn their chosen […]

Why Does Dentistry Matter?
There’s simply no overstating the benefits of having a healthy and complete smile. Unfortunately, however, this isn’t something that consumers are always able to maintain on their own. Dentistry is the branch of medicine that addresses diseases, infections, functional issues, and other problems affecting a person’s oral health. Without this care, people have a higher […]

How Optometry Can Help You See Better
Many people work on a computer every day and do not realize that they are straining their eyes. Staring at a computer screen for hours on end causes your eyes to be exposed to different light than it is exposed to when you are not staring at the screen. If you notice that you have […]

What are the Benefits of Visiting a Women’s Center?
Whether you are about to become an adult or a mature women, there are many benefits of visiting a women’s center. Our staff can help provide you with a variety of services that pertain to female health with compassion and confidentiality. If you have questions about your feminine wellness, reach out to our specialists to […]

When to Consider Seeing an Eye Care Specialist
Your eyes are more than simply windows to your soul. They also allow you the luxury of seeing the faces of loved ones, the privilege of driving and even the enjoyment of reading into the late hours of the evening. Without your eyes, your life would be a very different set of circumstances where darkness […]

Expert Menopause Care: Improving Health and Quality of Life
Menopause happens to every woman who lives long enough to reach it. Expert care during that transition does not happen for every woman, and the difference often comes down to factors unrelated to symptoms: your zip code, your insurance status, or whether a provider takes the time to ask the right questions. At Southside Medical […]

Everything You Need to Know About Oral Cancer Screenings
Every time you settle into the dental chair at Southside Medical Center in Atlanta, one of the first things your dentist does is check for oral cancer, often before you even mention a concern. Most patients never notice it happening. The exam takes a couple of minutes, and it can catch a disease years before […]

Eye Exams in Atlanta, GA: How to Protect Your Vision and Eye Health
Taking care of your eyes is one of the kindest things you can do for your whole body, and it starts with just a simple exam. You don’t have to wait until something feels wrong, because eyes often need attention long before that. Instead, you can schedule regular exams at Southside Medical Center. We have […]

Internal Medicine vs. Family Medicine: Which Doctor Is Right for You?
Choosing a primary care doctor shouldn’t feel like a complicated process, but it often is because of confusing labels and misinformation. At Southside Medical Center in Atlanta, we want the first step to be simple and clear, and we are here at every stage to help you make the right decisions for you and your […]

How to Minimize Your Risk of HIV/AIDS Contact and Infection
From grade school sex education to public programs and beyond, HIV and AIDS education has boomed since the 1980s, and

How Diet Impacts Blood Sugar Levels: A Beginner’s Guide
Blood sugar levels are an important aspect of overall health, especially for those managing diabetes, those at risk of developing



