A Healthy You

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

From grade school sex education to public programs and beyond, HIV and AIDS education has boomed since the 1980s, and

Blood sugar levels are an important aspect of overall health, especially for those managing diabetes, those at risk of developing

Adults often delay prioritizing their health, visiting a doctor only when they have serious medical concerns. This can lead to

Your vision is one of your most precious assets, yet many people wait until they notice problems before scheduling an

Southside Medical Center in Atlanta, GA, has cared for local families for nearly 60 years, and our Healthy Start Program grew from this rich history. In our city, many parents get care during appointments, but feel unsupported in the weeks between them. Healthy Start fills this much-needed space with care from a team who stays […]

Recovery from addiction and mental health concerns is a daily practice that needs steady support. At Southside Medical Center, we see recovery and mental wellness as two essential parts of overall wellness. When your mind is struggling, your body feels it, too, and substance abuse can cause your emotional health to suffer. We treat both […]

You don’t have to wait until things feel unmanageable before seeking mental health care. Rather than trying to explain away the signs that there is something deserving of your attention, you can come to Southside Medical Center in Atlanta, GA, where we can help give you tools for living a balanced and healthy life. Our […]

Most people managing diabetes are focused on the numbers they can measure: blood sugar readings, A1C levels, medication schedules. What is harder to track is what is happening inside your eyes. Diabetes does not just affect how your body processes sugar. It affects every blood vessel in your body, and nowhere are those vessels smaller […]

Not all therapy works the same way. Some approaches focus on changing thought patterns, while others address how past experiences are still affecting your body and mind. Learning about all of your different options can give you more control over your care and help you have more productive conversations with your provider. At Southside Medical […]

An HIV diagnosis can be an overwhelming test result, but at the right care facility, it can also be the beginning of an ongoing relationship between the patient and care team. At Southside Medical Center, testing is only one part of a much larger picture that includes prevention education, medication management, counseling, long-term wellness planning […]

When it comes to your child’s health, preventive care goes beyond annual checkups. It is an active and ongoing effort that should center around building a long-term partnership with a trusted provider that supports how your child grows, learns and feels every day. At Southside Medical Center, pediatric and teen health care is designed around […]

Willpower is important, but if it’s not properly directed, your weight loss journey may stall out well before you hit your goal. Weight loss is much more nuanced and individualized than most people give it credit for, and goes well beyond the well-intended, but reductive “calories in versus calories out” concept. At Southside Medical Center […]