This fall, WellStar Health System and our physicians have been featured in the media.
CBS Better Mornings Atlanta - WGCL
For the months of September, October and November, WellStar will be featured in a series of health stories on different topics.
In September, Dr. Sahir Shroff with Summit Surgical Specialists was filmed and interviewed regarding the laparoscopic liver surgeries he performs.
With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it was only natural to feature breast surgeon Dr. Kristin Corgan with Georgia Breast Care. Click here to view this piece which aired on Oct. 19 during the 9 to 10 am broadcast of Better Mornings Atlanta.
November will feature Dr. Mark McLaughlin and CyberKnife.
WellStar Weight Loss Challenge - WXIA (Atlanta & Company)
Formerly "Atlanta's Biggest Loser, Sponsored by WellStar Health System," this season's edition has been renamed the WellStar Weight Loss Challenge and features Amar Patel, M.D., of WellStar Cardiovascular Medicine as the lead physician. Each Friday during the 12-week contest a WellStar physician appears live in the studio to discuss a health topic related to obesity and/or weight loss. Thus far this season Dr. Patel spoke about the health screenings for the 12 contestants, Dr. Neelima Kothari of WellStar Medical Group - Pulmonary Medicine spoke about sleep apnea and Waldon Garriss. M.D., of WellStar Medical Group Family Medicine - East Cobb discussed diabetes. Videos of their segments can be seen here: http://www.11alive.com/life/contests/wellstarweightloss/default.aspx
Upcoming topics/physicians include childhood obesity/Dr. Eva McGuire, bariatric surgery/Dr. Dennis Smith and behavioral health/Dr. Ryan Breshears.
WellStar Wellness Minute - WXIA
Dr. Waldon Garriss at WellStar Medical Group Family Medicine - East Cobb taped four segments that will each air three times for a total of 12 :60 second spots. They will run throughout the WellStar Weight Loss Challenge (Sept. 21 through the first of December) during the morning news between 6-7 a.m.
Click the following video links to view each tip:
1. Portion Sizes
2. Drinking Empty Calories (Sports Drinks, Sugary Juices and Sodas)
3. Teaching your children about "Go, Slow and Whoa Foods"
4. The importance of eating a healthy breakfast
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