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Atrium Health Navicent Doctors Offer Minimally Invasive Treatment for Uterine Fibroids

7.10.2023

July is National Fibroids Awareness Month and physicians at Atrium Health Navicent want women to know about this painful condition that affects 26 million American women ages 15 to 50. Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous tumors or growths within the uterus.

Trauma Research Could Help Save Lives

7.10.2023

Trauma is the leading cause of death among people under the age of 45. The most common cause of preventable death after experiencing a serious injury is extreme blood loss, which is often accompanied by clotting abnormalities.

New Atrium Health Navicent Robot Increases Capacity for Minimally-invasive Surgeries

7.5.2023

More than 900 robotic surgeries were performed at Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center in 2022 A leader in robotics surgery in central Georgia for 15 years, Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center has added a third Intuitive Da Vinci robot to increase capacity for minimally-invasive surgeries. “Using a robot as a tool, surgeons can utilize finer, more precise movements than allowed using laparoscopic instruments, and often make smaller incisions, resulting in safer surgeries and faster recovery times for patients,” said Dr. Danny Vaughn, an Atrium Health Navicent general and bariatric surgeon who also serves as Atrium Health Navicent’s director of robotic surgery. “By adding a third robot, we’re showing a commitment to making top technology and techniques available for patients here, close to home.” Having a third robot also allows Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center to now offer robotic surgery for emergency and critical care procedures such as hernia cases with obstructions, complicated gallbladder surgeries and abdominal wall and diaphragm procedures.

Atrium Health Navicent Offers Tips to Protect Your Skin from the Summer Sun

7.5.2023

It’s time for summer fun in the sun, relaxing by the pool and long days spent outside. But too much sun can be harmful to your body.

Atrium Health Navicent Receives Statewide Recognition for Community Leadership

7.3.2023

Award recognizes efforts to combat health disparities in central and south Georgia The Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) presented Atrium Health Navicent with its Community Leadership Award at a ceremony last week. The award honors Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center for programming and services which aim to reduce health disparities in central and south Georgia.

Atrium Health Navicent Encourages Fireworks and Gun Safety for Independence Day Holiday

6.29.2023

As our nation prepares to celebrate the Independence Day holiday, Atrium Health Navicent physicians urge everyone to keep safety in mind. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, an estimated 11,500 people were treated for fireworks-related injuries in U.S. hospital emergency departments in 2021, resulting in nine deaths.

Atrium Health Navicent Offers Tips for Staying Safe in the Heat this Summer

6.27.2023

As temperatures begin to soar, it is important to remember that summertime in the Southeast means everyone is at risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Atrium Health Navicent physicians urge individuals of all ages to be mindful of heat-related illnesses that can be prevented with proper caution and care, especially when exercising outside.

CGTC Foundation Receives Large Gifts from Health Partners for New Wellness Facility

6.16.2023

Atrium Health Navicent and Houston Healthcare are partnering with the Central Georgia Technical College Foundation and Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) by providing combined gifts of $1.2 million in support of a new health and wellness facility at CGTC’s campus in Warner Robins. Atrium Health Field housed at the Roy H. “Sonny” Watson Wellness Complex will host a variety of sports and student activities. “Houston Healthcare is excited to support this wellness facility that will afford recreational opportunities and health benefits to everyone at Central Georgia Technical College,” says Charles Briscoe, president and CEO of Houston Healthcare. “Investing in CGTC facilities that will attract new students and aid local workforce development is an investment in the future of local healthcare.” “Atrium Health Navicent’s mission is to improve health, elevate hope and advance healing for all, and we’re proud to partner with Central Georgia Technical College to promote health through support of the Roy H. “Sonny” Watson Wellness Complex and Atrium Health Field,” said Atrium Health Navicent President Delvecchio Finley. “Whether it’s providing a place for a football game or a wellness event, this field will have a lasting effect on community health by encouraging students, school staff, and others to live an active, healthy lifestyle.” The facility will not only enhance the campus but will provide a much-needed mechanism to foster the health of students, staff, partners, and neighbors.

Atrium Health Navicent Physicians Urge Men to Prioritize Their Health and Stay on Track with Annual Exams

6.14.2023

In observance of Men’s Health Month this June, Atrium Health Navicent physicians encourage men to make their health a priority by staying on track with annual exams and cancer screenings. Some cancers, such as colorectal cancer, are more commonly diagnosed in men than women.

Help Kids Break Away from the Screen this Summer with Tips from Atrium Health Navicent

6.13.2023

Atrium Health Navicent offers tips for parents on how much screen time is healthy for their children With kids out of school for the summer and temperatures rising, it may be tempting for parents to offer up video games and television as convenient and cool entertainment options. However, physicians at Atrium Health Navicent caution parents that too much screen time can be bad for their children’s development.