The most reassuring words any surgeon can tell a patient are, “If I would do this operation to you, I would do it to one of my family members.” That’s exactly what Dr. G. Courtney Houston tells every patient who walks through the doors of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Center in Thomasville, Georgia. “I’ve always practiced that way,” Dr. Houston said of his medical philosophy. “I … Continue reading That South Georgia Aesthetic
The Woman Behind the Medicine When she was a child, Dr. Betsy Perry Thacker would visit her stepfather, an orthopedic surgeon, at his office, and she thought being a doctor would be fun. “It (being a doctor) just seemed like a fun thing to do,” Dr. Thacker said. “I’d go to his office, and there were skeletons to play with, and there were syringes to … Continue reading Dermatology Not Skin Deep
Ingredients 1 cup uncooked quinoa or rice, thoroughly rinsed and drained 2 cups reduced sodium vegetable stock (or sub water—slightly less flavorful) 5 large red, yellow, or orange bell peppers, halved, seeds and membranes removed 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 20 ounces spinach, fresh or frozen (If using frozen, thaw and thoroughly press dry.) 3 cloves minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon … Continue reading Recipe of the Month: Spinach Artichoke Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
Southern OB/GYN in Valdosta, Georgia, has always prided itself on treating patients with care rooted in core family values since its establishment in 1955. While working together to bring the latest in technological advancements and care to all their patients, Southern OB/GYN is also a family-oriented work place. Dr. Nikki Yarbrough is a doctor of osteopathic medicine who has been part of the team since … Continue reading A Look Inside the Life of an OB/GYN: Dr. Nikki Yarbrough
We’ve all heard the term “superfood,” but what exactly makes certain foods so much better for you than others? While there is no medical definition as to what classifies a superfood, they’re typically foods that offer a range of health benefits beyond simple caloric value. Superfoods often supply some combination of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in conjunction with fiber, protein, and fatty acids that your … Continue reading 10 Superfoods That Pack a Nutritional Punch
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