Wellstar ENT & Allergy Care
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When ear, nose or throat issues prevent you from living your fullest life, our Wellstar team is here to help. From allergy testing and treatment to hearing assistance and sleep medicine, our experts are committed to helping you achieve your best health.- Wellstar ENT and Allergy Care
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Improving Health and Enhancing Your Quality of Life
Whether you’re dealing with a common condition like seasonal allergies or want to better understand and address symptoms that concern you, we offer a full range of services to help you feel better. Our otolaryngologists specialize in diagnosing and treating disorders of the ears, nose and throat (ENT) in adults and children. Our specialists bring knowledge, experience and the expertise of the entire Wellstar team to your care. Getting an accurate diagnosis is the first step in getting treatment that will improve your symptoms so you can feel better sooner. At Wellstar, we offer a wide range of screening and testing options to pinpoint the source of your discomfort so your doctor can get you on the road to recovery.Our Care Team
Every ear, nose or throat condition is different, so each person’s treatment must be, as well. That’s why our skilled and caring team will work with you to find the treatment that’s best for your unique circumstances. At Wellstar, our ENT team includes board-certified physicians with specialty training in many different areas all working together to provide the best possible care for you and your loved ones. Because of the complex nature of many ear, nose and throat conditions, specialists like these may contribute to your care, including:Allergy Testing
Both persistent and seasonal allergies can create bothersome symptoms, such as nasal congestion, itchy nose and throat, or sneezing. Ear infections and recurring sinus problems may sometimes be linked to allergens, which are substances we encounter that are harmless to many people, but cause an uncomfortable, sometimes dangerous immune system reaction in others. We can evaluate your symptoms and provide testing if allergies are suspected. Once we determine the source of the problem, we offer education, medications and allergy shots to help you manage your condition and alleviate symptoms that disrupt your daily life.Hearing Testing and Assistive Devices
What we hear connects us to the world and the people around us. Our ears enable us to communicate, help us learn and keep us safe. It may come as a surprise to learn that hearing problems aren’t always easy to recognize. That’s why screenings at regular intervals are recommended to help identify hearing loss that might otherwise go undetected — and why your doctor may recommend one if you’re experiencing related symptoms. When hearing loss is identified, our Wellstar audiologists offer additional testing to better understand the cause of your hearing loss and its severity. Based on the results, your doctor can recommend treatment tailored to your unique needs, which may include assistive devices such as hearing aids, cochlear implants or bone-anchored hearing devices.Non-surgical Therapies
While there are a wide variety of medical treatments for ENT disorders, whenever possible we begin with the most conservative therapies to help you find relief. These include home remedies, lifestyle changes and medications, but, depending on your needs, might also include speech therapy, allergy shots or assistive hearing devices, for instance.Advanced Surgical Techniques
When surgery is your best treatment option, you can count on our expert ENT specialists to use the most advanced surgical procedures, including image-guided surgery and robotic procedures. In many cases, surgery can be performed with minimally invasive techniques. When compared to traditional open surgery, minimally invasive procedures often result in less discomfort, better results and a faster recovery.Health Highlights
Conditions We Treat
- Cochlear implants
- Bone-anchored hearing devices
- Acoustic neuroma
- Balance disorders/dizziness
- Cholesteatoma
- Ear infection
- Earache
- Earwax impaction
- Hearing loss
- Ruptured eardrum
- Swimmer’s ear
- Tinnitus
- Vertigo
- Allergies
- Asthma
- Chronic sinusitis
- Deviated septum
- Nosebleeds
- Post-nasal drip
- Rhinitis
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Find Specialized Pelvic Health Care at Wellstar
Pelvic health conditions such as bladder leakage, pelvic pressure and recurrent urinary tract infections affect many women, particularly after childbirth or during midlife. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, nearly one in three women will experience a pelvic floor disorder in her lifetime. Despite how common these conditions are, many women delay seeking care—often living with symptoms that can significantly impact daily activities, sleep and overall wellbeing.
Urogynecology is a specialized field focused on diagnosing and treating pelvic floor conditions. Care begins with a comprehensive evaluation, followed by a personalized treatment plan based on each patient’s symptoms and goals. Many women benefit from conservative therapies such as pelvic floor physical therapy, lifestyle changes and medication. When needed, minimally invasive procedures are available to help reduce recovery time and support a quicker return to normal activities.
“Many women assume these symptoms are something they have to live with, but that is not the case,” said Wellstar Urogynecologist Dr. Sarah Huber. “By expanding access to urogynecology services, we are helping women get the care they need sooner, in a setting that is convenient and connected to their overall health.”
Wellstar brings together OB/GYN clinicians, urogynecology specialists, primary care physicians and specialized pelvic floor physical therapists to deliver coordinated care. This team-based model helps ensure a more seamless experience for patients, from initial evaluation through treatment and follow-up.With access to both routine and specialized care in one system, women can more easily address sensitive health concerns and take steps to improve their quality of life.
With locations in Augusta, Acworth, Hiram, Marietta, East Cobb and Smyrna, specialized pelvic health care is right in your community.
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Wellstar Cobb Medical Center Supports Women and Families With Comprehensive Maternal Care
OB/GYN care
The OB/GYNs at Wellstar Cobb provide personalized care for women through every stage of life. Our team offers a range of maternal services, including:- Family planning and sexual health
- Prenatal care and delivery
- High-risk pregnancy care
- Postpartum care and support
- Infertility evaluation and treatment
Beyond pregnancy and postpartum care, OB/GYNs also support women’s long-term health through preventive screenings, gynecologic care, menopause care and wellness services tailored to individual needs.
Maternal-fetal medicine
Maternal-fetal medicine specialists care for women experiencing high-risk pregnancies. These experts work closely with OB/GYNs to monitor both mother and baby, helping families navigate complex conditions with clarity and confidence. At Wellstar Cobb, our maternal-fetal medicine team treats women with high-risk factors such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, infectious diseases and multiple births. Specialists also use advanced imaging, genetic screening and fetal monitoring to help identify and manage complications as early as possible. Women experiencing high-risk pregnancies may receive care in the hospital’s dedicated antepartum unit (APU), where specialized nurses partner closely with maternal-fetal medicine physicians to support patients with personalized care and education. APU care teams also create opportunities for comfort, connection and encouragement during extended hospital stays—from baby showers to themed experiences—helping patients feel supported throughout their pregnancy journey.Labor and delivery
Wellstar Cobb offers maternity services designed to help mothers and babies stay safe and comfortable throughout labor, delivery and recovery. Because every birth experience is different, care teams prioritize shared decision-making and support birth plans that include midwives and doulas. Labor and delivery teams work closely with NICU specialists whenever advanced support or monitoring is needed. The onsite Level III NICU allows newborn specialists to provide immediate care for mothers and babies. Wellstar Cobb provides care for both routine and high-risk deliveries, including babies born as early as 22 weeks. Care continues beyond delivery, with teams across the Women's Center working together to support families as they prepare for the transition home.Mother/Baby Unit and Women’s Unit
Following delivery, families receive continued care in the Mother/Baby Unit, where private rooms and a family-centered couplet-care and rooming-in approach helps minimize separation between parents and babies whenever possible. Care teams support skin-to-skin contact and every family's unique feeding and bonding journey while providing education and guidance as families prepare to transition home. In addition, the Women’s Unit provides specialized gynecologic and surgical recovery care, combining clinical excellence with emotional support to help patients navigate recovery, unexpected diagnoses and sensitive health experiences with dignity, empathy and expertise. Admission, Discharge and Education (ADE) nurses play an important role across both units, helping families feel informed, prepared and supported throughout their stay with personalized education and discharge guidance. Their collaboration with teams across the Women's Center helps ensure seamless, coordinated care from admission through discharge.Obstetric Emergency Department
The Obstetric Emergency Department at Wellstar Cobb provides 24/7 specialized care for patients who are 20 weeks pregnant through six weeks postpartum. Patients are evaluated directly by board-certified obstetric providers, who work closely with maternal-fetal medicine experts, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, nurses and midwives to deliver coordinated care. Services include rapid diagnosis and treatment for urgent pregnancy concerns, fetal monitoring and ultrasound, and care for pregnancy-related or postpartum complications. Specialists also provide emotional guidance and resources for families, including support during high-risk pregnancies or loss. “Pregnancy can bring moments of uncertainty and having immediate access to obstetric experts can make all the difference,” said Dr. Jessica Williams, OB/GYN medical director at Wellstar Cobb. “The Obstetric Emergency Department allows us to respond quickly, provide clarity and help families feel supported from the moment they walk through the door.”NICU
Wellstar Cobb is home to a Level III NICU providing advanced care for premature and medically complex newborns. The care team includes neonatologists, neonatal nurses and respiratory therapists specially trained to care for critically ill newborns. Having a Level III NICU in Cobb County allows families to access world-class care close to home during some of life's most critical moments. Families can remain near their support systems while their baby receives specialized care. “Our diverse team of experienced neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners brings the highest level of training to each newborn’s care,” said Dr. Kathryn Rhyne, medical director of the NICU at Wellstar Cobb. “Treating every baby with love and compassion, we work together with our patients’ families to make their time spent in the NICU as smooth as possible.” Recent NICU updates reflect Wellstar Cobb’s commitment to high-quality care for mothers, babies and families across Cobb County. Designed to create a bright and welcoming environment, the renovated space helps families feel more comfortable and connected during a challenging time. Parents have access to 24-hour camera streaming so they can securely check in on their baby remotely. Lactation services and breastfeeding education are available in the NICU and across the Women’s Center. The hospital also supports a milk depot program that helps provide donor milk for premature and medically fragile infants in the NICU. Throughout the NICU stay, care teams partner with parents in their baby's care, encouraging bonding through skin-to-skin contact, breastfeeding support and involvement in care whenever possible. The goal is to help every family feel informed, supported and connected.Resources and support
Wellstar Cobb offers educational resources and programs for patients before, during and after pregnancy. Community outreach efforts, including an annual baby shower hosted at the hospital, invite expecting and new parents to tour the hospital, connect with community resources and learn more about topics such as car seat safety, pain management options and doula support. My Pregnancy Journey includes trimester-specific guidance on physical and emotional changes, nutrition, wellness and medication safety. Women and families can also access classes on childbirth, breastfeeding and newborn care, along with mental health and parenting resources. Learn more about maternal care services at Wellstar Cobb.
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Know Your Numbers: A Community‑Powered Approach to Heart Health
High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer”—not because it’s rare, but because so many people are living with it without knowing their numbers. Across Cobb and Douglas counties, a new, community‑centered effort expands access to blood pressure monitoring and education.
Through a partnership between Wellstar Community Health, Wellstar Foundation, American Heart Association and Cobb & Douglas Public Health, the Know Your Numbers initiative is helping residents take an active role in their heart health—one reading at a time.
Meeting people where they are
At its core, Know Your Numbers is built on a simple yet powerful belief: Awareness is key to better health outcomes. Many people—especially those who are unable to get the healthcare they need—do not have easy access to blood pressure monitoring tools or clear information about what their numbers mean.
Know Your Numbers addresses that gap by placing easy‑to‑use blood pressure monitoring stations directly inside community and faith‑based spaces. These are places where people already feel safe, welcomed and supported. By placing these tools into trusted environments, the program reduces barriers and normalizes conversations about heart health.
More than a reading: education, empowerment and connection to care
Each blood pressure station is paired with an interactive education session led in partnership with the American Heart Association. Participants learn:
- How to properly take a blood pressure reading
- What the numbers mean for their health
- When and how to seek follow‑up care
This approach helps ensure that people don’t just know their blood pressure numbers—they know how to take action to stay healthy.
Advancing public health priorities together
Know Your Numbers is funded through the 2025–2026 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Partnership Grant awarded by Cobb & Douglas Public Health. The initiative directly advances CHIP priorities focused on access to care, chronic disease prevention and culturally responsive health education across Cobb and Douglas counties.
Through this grant period, the partnership is working toward meaningful outcomes, including:
- Installing blood pressure monitoring stations in community settings
- Delivering tailored education sessions on heart health
- Expanding access to individual blood pressure kits
- Increasing self‑reported blood pressure monitoring among participants
- Strengthening connections to primary care and social care resources
These efforts are committed to long-term engagement and results, not just a one-time blood pressure check.
A collective commitment to heart health equity
No single organization can address high blood pressure alone. What makes Know Your Numbers powerful is the strength of the partnership behind it. The Wellstar Foundation plays a critical role in grant funding and supporting the program, while community partners bring local insight and trust. Together with American Heart Association and Cobb & Douglas Public Health, the initiative demonstrates what is possible when clinical expertise, public health strategy and community voice come together.
Looking ahead: strengthening health through trusted community partnerships
As Know Your Numbers continues to grow, the heart of the initiative remains its partnership with local churches and faith‑based organizations that open their doors, lend their leadership and serve as trusted anchors for health in their communities. These congregations are not simply host sites—they are active partners in promoting prevention, wellness and connection to care.
A special thank you to our Congregational Health Network partners supporting this work by hosting blood pressure monitoring stations: