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Dr. Randolph Taylor II is a family medicine physician at Wellstar with expertise in sports medicine and the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries.
Dr. Taylor’s journey into medicine began with his passion for science and sports. After earning his medical degree, he became a team physician at the collegiate level for the University of South Florida volleyball team, Eckerd College Athletics and Houston Baptist University Athletics.
Before joining Wellstar, Dr. Taylor served in the U.S. Army and provided battlefield medical care to soldiers, veterans and their families. During his time in the military, he completed a combat tour in Iraq before receiving an honorable discharge at the rank of Major in 2013.
Because of his interest in combat sports and concussion care, Dr. Taylor also treated mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters and boxers at both an amateur and professional level.
In his current role at Wellstar, Dr. Taylor continues to advance healthcare with ultra-sound guided therapy for musculoskeletal injuries, concussion management and combat sports care.
Meet Dr. Randolph Taylor
Specialties
Family Medicine
Sports Medicine
Education & Training
Boston University School of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Family Medicine
Languages spoken
English
Videos
Dr. Randolph Taylor helps Dominique Wilkins with Diabetes treatment and Wellstar Primary Care
Dr. Randolph Taylor discusses why Primary Care is important to Men's Health
Wellstar provides Primary Care & Urgent Care on the BeltLine
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.8
4.8
Based on 582 patient ratings
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.86
Listened to me carefully
4.85
Shared the right amount of information
4.73
Earned my trust
4.70
All reviews have been submitted by patients after seeing the provider.For more information about the review system, check out this Learn more about our review system.
Patient Reviews
5
As long as dr Taylor is working here if not WellStar only care about white people
November 18, 2023
5
Was great
November 17, 2023
5
Y'all done real well, I love Dr. Randolph Taylor the 2nd, he's a real nice doctor. I really like y'all.
November 18, 2023
5
The staff was professional, communicated with great detail, and ensured a smooth process for the whole visit. Was greeted by the best smile I've seen in a long time. The Doctor explained everything with great detail and ensured I understood. Not only was the Doctor professional but he was personal too. That really made be feel like I wasn't just some patient they had to rush through and check the boxes. That was by far the best doctor visit I've had in years.
November 12, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is an excellent doctor. He listens and cares about his patients.
November 11, 2023
5
Dr. Taylor is amazing. I would recommend anybody to go to him. I trust him with everything, but I don't trust Wellstar. So that's why I have not given you all tens is because of Wellstar so but Dr. Taylor is amazing.
November 9, 2023
5
I am so glad I changed to Wellstar health system.I love all my doctor, nurses,and anyone else who I meet alone to my healthy life.Thank You WELLSTAR.
November 5, 2023
5
Excellent service with Dr.Taylor and team.
November 2, 2023
5
Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. Business professional yet a warm and caring bedside manner. The wait time wasn't that long and the check in was very easy and seamless.
October 27, 2023
3
Seemed like he was in a hurry Had to sit for 30 minutes after my appointment time Which was not a problem Overall it was ok
October 23, 2023
4
Felt comfortable even though it was my initial visit. Physician's manor was competant, professional and knowledgeable without being high brow or incomprehensible.
October 21, 2023
4
The wait for blood work is a lot longer than I've ever experienced.
October 22, 2023
4
90 minute wait time could definitely be improved on. Also important to acknowledge and apologize for such opportunities to provide excellent service.
October 20, 2023
5
Dr. Taylor connected with me and helped me uncover my stressors in my current life. Physicians like him are so PHENOMENAL and they encourage patients to take care of themselves. What I like is that I felt like I was talking to an old friend who advised me without judgment. Thank you Dr. Randolph Taylor!
October 19, 2023
5
The overall experience was well from parking to being admitted into the office, waiting. My experience with Dr.Taylor and his staff where great.
October 18, 2023
4
The doctor was, I thought the doctor listens well Dr. Taylor listen to what I had to say. He was thoughtful in his responses. I was a little surprised, so he didn't run a CBC test especially since long as the brown last year and I said, I have a history with an email. Got that wasn't, you know the biggest issue there that wasn't a big issue for me, but I was a little surprised it as CBC test was a run, but I would definitely come back to him. And the only thing I would say about the front desk, just to make sure that they are aware of what the payment process is especially for someone who comes and gets an annual physical, should you attempted to charge me for the appointment? And I had to kind of push back on that because I had to get annual visits for free. And you know her her colleague, did notify her of that but I did think it was odd that she wasn't aware of that. So that was that's the only other issues.
October 18, 2023
5
The staff in general are awesome,especially the nurse and Dr.Taylor
October 14, 2023
5
Great experience! Took me awhile to find a PCP and Dr Taylor was perfect!
October 13, 2023
5
I Asked the lab about the cost for a testosterone test and they wanted me to call a number and I was having phone issues at the ,moment. And never got the price.
October 7, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is a great doctor he cares about my health
October 6, 2023
5
Taylor and his staff - Charlotte and Jennifer out front were all extremely professional, extremely knowledgeable and very thorough with my care. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of comprehensive Family Medicine. Thank you.
October 4, 2023
5
A consistent 10/10 experience, each visit.
October 1, 2023
5
He was more precise with my X-ray than the radiologist
September 30, 2023
5
Everyone was friendly and kind.
September 23, 2023
4
Great experience, this was my first visit, hopefully will be even better in the future.
September 23, 2023
5
My appointment with Dr. Taylor went extremely well and I did it via tele medicine and I'm so happy that I had that option. So I'm glad that you are able to provide this option for your patience, and I was very, very satisfied at the end of our meeting. Thank you again. Bye bye.
September 22, 2023
4
Side effects of vaccination were significant - wish I had been warned
September 19, 2023
5
This was my initial visit and although Doctor visits are not supposed to be fun, this was as good a visit or actually better than expected.
September 17, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is such a personable and caring doctor. Very happy we found him after moving here. Great staff also.
September 15, 2023
5
Professional, friendly atmosphere.
September 15, 2023
5
As long as dr Taylor is working here if not WellStar only care about white people
November 18, 2023
5
Was great
November 17, 2023
5
Y'all done real well, I love Dr. Randolph Taylor the 2nd, he's a real nice doctor. I really like y'all.
November 18, 2023
5
The staff was professional, communicated with great detail, and ensured a smooth process for the whole visit. Was greeted by the best smile I've seen in a long time. The Doctor explained everything with great detail and ensured I understood. Not only was the Doctor professional but he was personal too. That really made be feel like I wasn't just some patient they had to rush through and check the boxes. That was by far the best doctor visit I've had in years.
November 12, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is an excellent doctor. He listens and cares about his patients.
November 11, 2023
5
Dr. Taylor is amazing. I would recommend anybody to go to him. I trust him with everything, but I don't trust Wellstar. So that's why I have not given you all tens is because of Wellstar so but Dr. Taylor is amazing.
November 9, 2023
5
I am so glad I changed to Wellstar health system.I love all my doctor, nurses,and anyone else who I meet alone to my healthy life.Thank You WELLSTAR.
November 5, 2023
5
Excellent service with Dr.Taylor and team.
November 2, 2023
5
Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. Business professional yet a warm and caring bedside manner. The wait time wasn't that long and the check in was very easy and seamless.
October 27, 2023
5
Dr. Taylor connected with me and helped me uncover my stressors in my current life. Physicians like him are so PHENOMENAL and they encourage patients to take care of themselves. What I like is that I felt like I was talking to an old friend who advised me without judgment. Thank you Dr. Randolph Taylor!
October 19, 2023
5
The overall experience was well from parking to being admitted into the office, waiting. My experience with Dr.Taylor and his staff where great.
October 18, 2023
5
The staff in general are awesome,especially the nurse and Dr.Taylor
October 14, 2023
5
Great experience! Took me awhile to find a PCP and Dr Taylor was perfect!
October 13, 2023
5
I Asked the lab about the cost for a testosterone test and they wanted me to call a number and I was having phone issues at the ,moment. And never got the price.
October 7, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is a great doctor he cares about my health
October 6, 2023
5
Taylor and his staff - Charlotte and Jennifer out front were all extremely professional, extremely knowledgeable and very thorough with my care. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of comprehensive Family Medicine. Thank you.
October 4, 2023
5
A consistent 10/10 experience, each visit.
October 1, 2023
5
He was more precise with my X-ray than the radiologist
September 30, 2023
5
Everyone was friendly and kind.
September 23, 2023
5
My appointment with Dr. Taylor went extremely well and I did it via tele medicine and I'm so happy that I had that option. So I'm glad that you are able to provide this option for your patience, and I was very, very satisfied at the end of our meeting. Thank you again. Bye bye.
September 22, 2023
5
This was my initial visit and although Doctor visits are not supposed to be fun, this was as good a visit or actually better than expected.
September 17, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is such a personable and caring doctor. Very happy we found him after moving here. Great staff also.
September 15, 2023
5
Professional, friendly atmosphere.
September 15, 2023
4
Felt comfortable even though it was my initial visit. Physician's manor was competant, professional and knowledgeable without being high brow or incomprehensible.
October 21, 2023
4
The wait for blood work is a lot longer than I've ever experienced.
October 22, 2023
4
90 minute wait time could definitely be improved on. Also important to acknowledge and apologize for such opportunities to provide excellent service.
October 20, 2023
4
The doctor was, I thought the doctor listens well Dr. Taylor listen to what I had to say. He was thoughtful in his responses. I was a little surprised, so he didn't run a CBC test especially since long as the brown last year and I said, I have a history with an email. Got that wasn't, you know the biggest issue there that wasn't a big issue for me, but I was a little surprised it as CBC test was a run, but I would definitely come back to him. And the only thing I would say about the front desk, just to make sure that they are aware of what the payment process is especially for someone who comes and gets an annual physical, should you attempted to charge me for the appointment? And I had to kind of push back on that because I had to get annual visits for free. And you know her her colleague, did notify her of that but I did think it was odd that she wasn't aware of that. So that was that's the only other issues.
October 18, 2023
4
Great experience, this was my first visit, hopefully will be even better in the future.
September 23, 2023
4
Side effects of vaccination were significant - wish I had been warned
September 19, 2023
3
Seemed like he was in a hurry Had to sit for 30 minutes after my appointment time Which was not a problem Overall it was ok
October 23, 2023
3
Seemed like he was in a hurry Had to sit for 30 minutes after my appointment time Which was not a problem Overall it was ok
October 23, 2023
4
Felt comfortable even though it was my initial visit. Physician's manor was competant, professional and knowledgeable without being high brow or incomprehensible.
October 21, 2023
4
The wait for blood work is a lot longer than I've ever experienced.
October 22, 2023
4
90 minute wait time could definitely be improved on. Also important to acknowledge and apologize for such opportunities to provide excellent service.
October 20, 2023
4
The doctor was, I thought the doctor listens well Dr. Taylor listen to what I had to say. He was thoughtful in his responses. I was a little surprised, so he didn't run a CBC test especially since long as the brown last year and I said, I have a history with an email. Got that wasn't, you know the biggest issue there that wasn't a big issue for me, but I was a little surprised it as CBC test was a run, but I would definitely come back to him. And the only thing I would say about the front desk, just to make sure that they are aware of what the payment process is especially for someone who comes and gets an annual physical, should you attempted to charge me for the appointment? And I had to kind of push back on that because I had to get annual visits for free. And you know her her colleague, did notify her of that but I did think it was odd that she wasn't aware of that. So that was that's the only other issues.
October 18, 2023
4
Great experience, this was my first visit, hopefully will be even better in the future.
September 23, 2023
4
Side effects of vaccination were significant - wish I had been warned
September 19, 2023
5
As long as dr Taylor is working here if not WellStar only care about white people
November 18, 2023
5
Was great
November 17, 2023
5
Y'all done real well, I love Dr. Randolph Taylor the 2nd, he's a real nice doctor. I really like y'all.
November 18, 2023
5
The staff was professional, communicated with great detail, and ensured a smooth process for the whole visit. Was greeted by the best smile I've seen in a long time. The Doctor explained everything with great detail and ensured I understood. Not only was the Doctor professional but he was personal too. That really made be feel like I wasn't just some patient they had to rush through and check the boxes. That was by far the best doctor visit I've had in years.
November 12, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is an excellent doctor. He listens and cares about his patients.
November 11, 2023
5
Dr. Taylor is amazing. I would recommend anybody to go to him. I trust him with everything, but I don't trust Wellstar. So that's why I have not given you all tens is because of Wellstar so but Dr. Taylor is amazing.
November 9, 2023
5
I am so glad I changed to Wellstar health system.I love all my doctor, nurses,and anyone else who I meet alone to my healthy life.Thank You WELLSTAR.
November 5, 2023
5
Excellent service with Dr.Taylor and team.
November 2, 2023
5
Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. Business professional yet a warm and caring bedside manner. The wait time wasn't that long and the check in was very easy and seamless.
October 27, 2023
5
Dr. Taylor connected with me and helped me uncover my stressors in my current life. Physicians like him are so PHENOMENAL and they encourage patients to take care of themselves. What I like is that I felt like I was talking to an old friend who advised me without judgment. Thank you Dr. Randolph Taylor!
October 19, 2023
5
The overall experience was well from parking to being admitted into the office, waiting. My experience with Dr.Taylor and his staff where great.
October 18, 2023
5
The staff in general are awesome,especially the nurse and Dr.Taylor
October 14, 2023
5
Great experience! Took me awhile to find a PCP and Dr Taylor was perfect!
October 13, 2023
5
I Asked the lab about the cost for a testosterone test and they wanted me to call a number and I was having phone issues at the ,moment. And never got the price.
October 7, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is a great doctor he cares about my health
October 6, 2023
5
Taylor and his staff - Charlotte and Jennifer out front were all extremely professional, extremely knowledgeable and very thorough with my care. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of comprehensive Family Medicine. Thank you.
October 4, 2023
5
A consistent 10/10 experience, each visit.
October 1, 2023
5
He was more precise with my X-ray than the radiologist
September 30, 2023
5
Everyone was friendly and kind.
September 23, 2023
5
My appointment with Dr. Taylor went extremely well and I did it via tele medicine and I'm so happy that I had that option. So I'm glad that you are able to provide this option for your patience, and I was very, very satisfied at the end of our meeting. Thank you again. Bye bye.
September 22, 2023
5
This was my initial visit and although Doctor visits are not supposed to be fun, this was as good a visit or actually better than expected.
September 17, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is such a personable and caring doctor. Very happy we found him after moving here. Great staff also.
September 15, 2023
5
Professional, friendly atmosphere.
September 15, 2023
5
As long as dr Taylor is working here if not WellStar only care about white people
November 18, 2023
5
Y'all done real well, I love Dr. Randolph Taylor the 2nd, he's a real nice doctor. I really like y'all.
November 18, 2023
5
Was great
November 17, 2023
5
The staff was professional, communicated with great detail, and ensured a smooth process for the whole visit. Was greeted by the best smile I've seen in a long time. The Doctor explained everything with great detail and ensured I understood. Not only was the Doctor professional but he was personal too. That really made be feel like I wasn't just some patient they had to rush through and check the boxes. That was by far the best doctor visit I've had in years.
November 12, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is an excellent doctor. He listens and cares about his patients.
November 11, 2023
5
Dr. Taylor is amazing. I would recommend anybody to go to him. I trust him with everything, but I don't trust Wellstar. So that's why I have not given you all tens is because of Wellstar so but Dr. Taylor is amazing.
November 9, 2023
5
I am so glad I changed to Wellstar health system.I love all my doctor, nurses,and anyone else who I meet alone to my healthy life.Thank You WELLSTAR.
November 5, 2023
5
Excellent service with Dr.Taylor and team.
November 2, 2023
5
Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. Business professional yet a warm and caring bedside manner. The wait time wasn't that long and the check in was very easy and seamless.
October 27, 2023
3
Seemed like he was in a hurry Had to sit for 30 minutes after my appointment time Which was not a problem Overall it was ok
October 23, 2023
4
The wait for blood work is a lot longer than I've ever experienced.
October 22, 2023
4
Felt comfortable even though it was my initial visit. Physician's manor was competant, professional and knowledgeable without being high brow or incomprehensible.
October 21, 2023
4
90 minute wait time could definitely be improved on. Also important to acknowledge and apologize for such opportunities to provide excellent service.
October 20, 2023
5
Dr. Taylor connected with me and helped me uncover my stressors in my current life. Physicians like him are so PHENOMENAL and they encourage patients to take care of themselves. What I like is that I felt like I was talking to an old friend who advised me without judgment. Thank you Dr. Randolph Taylor!
October 19, 2023
5
The overall experience was well from parking to being admitted into the office, waiting. My experience with Dr.Taylor and his staff where great.
October 18, 2023
4
The doctor was, I thought the doctor listens well Dr. Taylor listen to what I had to say. He was thoughtful in his responses. I was a little surprised, so he didn't run a CBC test especially since long as the brown last year and I said, I have a history with an email. Got that wasn't, you know the biggest issue there that wasn't a big issue for me, but I was a little surprised it as CBC test was a run, but I would definitely come back to him. And the only thing I would say about the front desk, just to make sure that they are aware of what the payment process is especially for someone who comes and gets an annual physical, should you attempted to charge me for the appointment? And I had to kind of push back on that because I had to get annual visits for free. And you know her her colleague, did notify her of that but I did think it was odd that she wasn't aware of that. So that was that's the only other issues.
October 18, 2023
5
The staff in general are awesome,especially the nurse and Dr.Taylor
October 14, 2023
5
Great experience! Took me awhile to find a PCP and Dr Taylor was perfect!
October 13, 2023
5
I Asked the lab about the cost for a testosterone test and they wanted me to call a number and I was having phone issues at the ,moment. And never got the price.
October 7, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is a great doctor he cares about my health
October 6, 2023
5
Taylor and his staff - Charlotte and Jennifer out front were all extremely professional, extremely knowledgeable and very thorough with my care. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of comprehensive Family Medicine. Thank you.
October 4, 2023
5
A consistent 10/10 experience, each visit.
October 1, 2023
5
He was more precise with my X-ray than the radiologist
September 30, 2023
5
Everyone was friendly and kind.
September 23, 2023
4
Great experience, this was my first visit, hopefully will be even better in the future.
September 23, 2023
5
My appointment with Dr. Taylor went extremely well and I did it via tele medicine and I'm so happy that I had that option. So I'm glad that you are able to provide this option for your patience, and I was very, very satisfied at the end of our meeting. Thank you again. Bye bye.
September 22, 2023
4
Side effects of vaccination were significant - wish I had been warned
September 19, 2023
5
This was my initial visit and although Doctor visits are not supposed to be fun, this was as good a visit or actually better than expected.
September 17, 2023
5
Professional, friendly atmosphere.
September 15, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is such a personable and caring doctor. Very happy we found him after moving here. Great staff also.
September 15, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is such a personable and caring doctor. Very happy we found him after moving here. Great staff also.
September 15, 2023
5
Professional, friendly atmosphere.
September 15, 2023
5
This was my initial visit and although Doctor visits are not supposed to be fun, this was as good a visit or actually better than expected.
September 17, 2023
4
Side effects of vaccination were significant - wish I had been warned
September 19, 2023
5
My appointment with Dr. Taylor went extremely well and I did it via tele medicine and I'm so happy that I had that option. So I'm glad that you are able to provide this option for your patience, and I was very, very satisfied at the end of our meeting. Thank you again. Bye bye.
September 22, 2023
4
Great experience, this was my first visit, hopefully will be even better in the future.
September 23, 2023
5
Everyone was friendly and kind.
September 23, 2023
5
He was more precise with my X-ray than the radiologist
September 30, 2023
5
A consistent 10/10 experience, each visit.
October 1, 2023
5
Taylor and his staff - Charlotte and Jennifer out front were all extremely professional, extremely knowledgeable and very thorough with my care. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of comprehensive Family Medicine. Thank you.
October 4, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is a great doctor he cares about my health
October 6, 2023
5
I Asked the lab about the cost for a testosterone test and they wanted me to call a number and I was having phone issues at the ,moment. And never got the price.
October 7, 2023
5
Great experience! Took me awhile to find a PCP and Dr Taylor was perfect!
October 13, 2023
5
The staff in general are awesome,especially the nurse and Dr.Taylor
October 14, 2023
4
The doctor was, I thought the doctor listens well Dr. Taylor listen to what I had to say. He was thoughtful in his responses. I was a little surprised, so he didn't run a CBC test especially since long as the brown last year and I said, I have a history with an email. Got that wasn't, you know the biggest issue there that wasn't a big issue for me, but I was a little surprised it as CBC test was a run, but I would definitely come back to him. And the only thing I would say about the front desk, just to make sure that they are aware of what the payment process is especially for someone who comes and gets an annual physical, should you attempted to charge me for the appointment? And I had to kind of push back on that because I had to get annual visits for free. And you know her her colleague, did notify her of that but I did think it was odd that she wasn't aware of that. So that was that's the only other issues.
October 18, 2023
5
The overall experience was well from parking to being admitted into the office, waiting. My experience with Dr.Taylor and his staff where great.
October 18, 2023
5
Dr. Taylor connected with me and helped me uncover my stressors in my current life. Physicians like him are so PHENOMENAL and they encourage patients to take care of themselves. What I like is that I felt like I was talking to an old friend who advised me without judgment. Thank you Dr. Randolph Taylor!
October 19, 2023
4
90 minute wait time could definitely be improved on. Also important to acknowledge and apologize for such opportunities to provide excellent service.
October 20, 2023
4
Felt comfortable even though it was my initial visit. Physician's manor was competant, professional and knowledgeable without being high brow or incomprehensible.
October 21, 2023
4
The wait for blood work is a lot longer than I've ever experienced.
October 22, 2023
3
Seemed like he was in a hurry Had to sit for 30 minutes after my appointment time Which was not a problem Overall it was ok
October 23, 2023
5
Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. Business professional yet a warm and caring bedside manner. The wait time wasn't that long and the check in was very easy and seamless.
October 27, 2023
5
Excellent service with Dr.Taylor and team.
November 2, 2023
5
I am so glad I changed to Wellstar health system.I love all my doctor, nurses,and anyone else who I meet alone to my healthy life.Thank You WELLSTAR.
November 5, 2023
5
Dr. Taylor is amazing. I would recommend anybody to go to him. I trust him with everything, but I don't trust Wellstar. So that's why I have not given you all tens is because of Wellstar so but Dr. Taylor is amazing.
November 9, 2023
5
Dr Taylor is an excellent doctor. He listens and cares about his patients.
November 11, 2023
5
The staff was professional, communicated with great detail, and ensured a smooth process for the whole visit. Was greeted by the best smile I've seen in a long time. The Doctor explained everything with great detail and ensured I understood. Not only was the Doctor professional but he was personal too. That really made be feel like I wasn't just some patient they had to rush through and check the boxes. That was by far the best doctor visit I've had in years.
November 12, 2023
5
Was great
November 17, 2023
5
Y'all done real well, I love Dr. Randolph Taylor the 2nd, he's a real nice doctor. I really like y'all.
November 18, 2023
5
As long as dr Taylor is working here if not WellStar only care about white people
November 18, 2023
Publications and Articles
DominiqueCare
Rebounding from diabetes with team Wellstar
As a Hall of Fame basketball star, Dominique Wilkins knows what it takes to stay on top of his game. He’s even nicknamed “The Human Highlight Film” for his legendary slam dunks and athletic ability on the court.
Performing at such a high level, he felt invincible. But after receiving a type 2 diabetes diagnosis at age 40, Dominique was caught completely off-guard.
Turns out, even the pros are at risk for chronic conditions.
“When I was diagnosed with diabetes a year after I retired, it was frightening because both my father and grandfather passed away from type 1 diabetes,” he shared. “It quickly changed my life.”
Dominique didn’t let the news stop him from taking charge of his health. He turned his diagnosis into determination.
Dominique has focused on becoming the healthiest version of himself by eating right, exercising regularly and taking medication.
Ever since teaming up with Wellstar, his rebound has been doubly impressive. Here, he’s found expert care and support to help him live a full, healthy life.
If you’re a sports fan, you probably know your stats.
Like how NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins remains undefeated in Atlanta Hawks history for PTS (points: 23,292). And that Atlanta Brave Mike Soroka’s career ERA (earned run average) is 2.86. But there are a few, more important numbers you should know off the top of your head: your health stats.
Do you know your BP (blood pressure)? What about your LDL (low-density lipoproteins)? Maybe you can clock an eight-minute mile or bench press 250 pounds, but do you know your BMI (body mass index)?
Statistically speaking, men are less likely than women to see their doctor once a year.
Dr. Randolph Taylor, a Wellstar Sports and Primary Care Physician, said men typically avoid seeing a doctor due to fear of receiving bad news.
“Similar to how athletes look at their stats to improve their performance, we as men need to visit our primary care physicians regularly to know our medical stats in to order to perform as husbands, fathers and sons,” Dr. Taylor said. “Yearly physicals can catch illnesses before they start and prevent health issues from getting worse.”
Getting and staying healthy doesn’t just help us feel better — it ensures we can be there for those we care about, too.
“It’s also for loved ones — spouses, partners, children and parents. We’re not only here for us. We’re here for our friends and family,” said Wellstar Urologist Dr. Scott Miller. “The best thing you can do for those you care for is to take care of yourself.”
Stats all men should know to stay in the game:
BMI (body mass index). This metric determines whether you have a healthy body weight and categorizes obesity levels. A normal BMI range is between 18.5 - 25.
LDL and HDL (low-density and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol). This blood test measures cholesterol levels and should be part of your wellness routine starting in your 20s. For men age 20 or older, healthy LDL levels should be under 100 milligrams per deciliter and aim to keep your HDL above 40.
BP (blood pressure). Your provider will take your blood pressure during your regular visit, but you can also find blood pressure checking stations at many pharmacies or buy your own device to use at home. Blood pressure under 120/80 is considered ideal.
HbA1c (hemoglobin A1C). This metric measures whether or not you have healthy blood sugar. If you are diabetic, you should check your A1C every three months.
PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen Test). Men who are 50 or older should discuss prostate cancer testing with their provider, according to the American Cancer Society. Men at a higher risk, including African American men and those who had a brother or father diagnosed with cancer before age 65, should ask their provider about testing at age 45. Patients who had more than one close relative with prostate cancer at an early age should have this conversation with their provider when they’re 40.
Along with staying up-to-date on those health stats, men should also be getting regular colorectal cancer screenings. The American Cancer Society recommends that people at average risk for colorectal cancer screening get checked regularly beginning at age 45. Screenings should continue through age 75, and after that patients can discuss their personal risk and history with their provider.
Your Wellstar primary care provider will partner with you in creating a personalized health plan. To find a primary care provider, call (770) 956-STAR (7827) or schedule an appointment online by clicking the “Book Now” button at the top of any page.
