Wellstar Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Your favorite activities make everyday life your own, and bone or joint pain can keep you sidelined. At Wellstar, our skilled and caring team is ready to help you find relief and get back to life with less pain and more freedom.
Orthopedic specialists here offer complete care for all types of bone, joint and soft tissue injuries and conditions. From diagnosis and treatment through rehabilitation and recovery, we’ve got your back.
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Minimally Invasive Care for an Enlarged Prostate—With Lasting Relief
Understanding BPH
The prostate is a small gland located below the bladder and in front of the rectum. As men age, it can enlarge and obstruct the urethra—the tube that carries urine out of the body. This can lead to symptoms such as:- Frequent urination
- Difficulty starting or stopping urination
- Weak urine stream
- Urinary retention (feeling that the bladder doesn’t completely empty)
How HoLEP works
During HoLEP, your surgeon uses a holmium laser—a precise and powerful tool—to carefully remove the prostate tissue causing the blockage. The tissue is separated into sections (called lobes), broken into smaller pieces and removed from the bladder. Because the procedure is performed entirely through the urethra, no external incisions are needed—making it less invasive than traditional surgery.Benefits of HoLEP
HoLEP offers several important benefits, including:- Less bleeding: The laser minimizes bleeding, making it a safer option for many patients, including those on blood thinners.
- Lasting results: Studies show HoLEP provides durable relief of BPH symptoms, with a recurrence rate of less than 1%.
- Stronger urinary flow: Most patients notice significant improvement in urinary flow and comfort.
- Effective for large prostates: HoLEP works well for men with larger prostates that may not be suitable for other minimally invasive procedures.
What to expect
Knowing what to expect before, during and after your procedure can help you feel prepared and confident. Your care team will guide you every step of the way.- Anesthesia: HoLEP is performed under general anesthesia.
- Procedure time: Typically lasts one to two hours
- Hospital stay: Most patients go home the same day.
- Recovery: Some mild discomfort or urinary symptoms—such as frequent urination, temporary incontinence or urgency—may occur for a few weeks while healing.
Is HoLEP right for you?
HoLEP may be a good option if you have moderate to severe BPH symptoms that haven’t improved with medication, or if you have a larger prostate that isn’t suitable for other procedures. It’s a safe, highly effective way to relieve symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate—with no incisions, minimal bleeding and a faster recovery. To learn more about prostate care and other urology services, visit wellstar.org/urology.
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Breaking the News: Choosing Who to Tell—and When—After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Receiving the news of breast cancer can feel overwhelming. Many find themselves struggling to process their feelings while also figuring out how to share this new reality with the people they love most.
From explaining to children and grandchildren why treatment days are difficult to deciding whether to chronicle their journey on social media, patients face uncharted territory.
Carolyn Wallace, a Wellstar oncology nurse navigator, understands these challenges and urges patients to take a deep breath before deciding how to share the news.
“Don’t feel pressured to share your diagnosis with others within a specific timeframe,” she said. “It often takes time to come to terms with a breast cancer diagnosis. Feeling overwhelmed, frightened or sad is normal.”
The process of sharing your cancer journey takes courage, but self-compassion is key. Experts encourage patients to start by confiding in those closest to them before expanding their circle as they feel comfortable.
Finding quiet moments amid the noise of advice and opinions is crucial.
“Your journey is unique,” Wallace said.
Support groups can provide connections and emotional support, while family and friends often offer much-needed love and care. For those overwhelmed by the volume of communication, free websites can help streamline updates and reduce stress.
Open and honest communication is especially important when children are involved. Kids are perceptive and may sense when something is wrong. Wallace recommends explaining the diagnosis in age-appropriate ways to build trust and prevent misunderstandings.
“Practice the conversation beforehand to ease your mind,” she said. “Reassure children that it’s OK to feel the way they do and answer their questions honestly. Let them know routines may change, but that they will still be cared for.”
Resources like age-appropriate books, camps and support groups are available to help children cope. Organizations such as Wonders & Worries, Pickles and Bright Spot Network offer free support to families preparing for these conversations.
“While breast cancer presents many challenges, open communication and leaning on loved ones can make the journey more manageable,” Wallace said. “Remember to allow yourself grace, accept support and embrace the love surrounding you.”
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Wellstar Opens New Locations in Metro Atlanta
To serve our community’s growing healthcare needs, Wellstar has opened new urgent care, primary care and pediatric locations in Metro Atlanta.
Wellstar Primary Care
Primary care is ongoing, comprehensive care and preventative medicine that helps you live a full, healthy life. Services include wellness exams, vaccinations, treatment for acute illnesses like flu and management of chronic conditions such as diabetes. Wellstar Primary Care often has same-day or next-day availability and is welcoming new patients. Visit our new locations at:
2710 Fairburn Road, Suite 150
1550 Due West Rd NW, Suite 100
662 Carrollton Villa Rica Highway, Suite 200
Wellstar Pediatrics
From wellness checkups and immunizations to chronic and complex conditions, Wellstar Children's of Georgia focuses on the physical, mental and emotional well-being of every patient, helping families navigate care with confidence. Visit our new location at:
2710 Fairburn Road, Suite 100
Wellstar Urgent Care
If you’re dealing with a minor injury or illness or need care after your physician’s regular office hours, going to urgent care is often the right choice. Wellstar Urgent Care centers provide quick, convenient care for non-emergency medical conditions such as coughs, colds, sprains, broken bones and minor bites, burns and cuts. Visit our new locations at:
2710 Fairburn Road, Suite 175
1550 Due West Rd NW, Suite 150
662 Carrollton Villa Rica Highway, Suite 100