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The Difference Our Level of Medical Care Makes for Our Patients

BAPC-logoHearing back from patients we have treated is extremely important to us here at Abraham Family Medicine. Our medical team always strives to provide our patients with the best and most professional healthcare services when they enter our office, regardless of the nature of their visit. Receiving feedback from our patients lets us know that we are meeting our goal and doing everything in our power to be there for our patients and their loved ones. With this in mind, we wanted to present some firsthand medical testimonials from our patients to illustrate the difference that our level of care can make.

“I’ve been coming here since 2012 and I’ve never had any issues. The doctors are always very understanding and listen to my concerns. They take the time with each patient to help them with their health issues. They will send you to the best specialist if you ever need one. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great doctor. The staff are all cordial, very professional, and know what they’re doing. Great medical practice!”

  • MO

“I have been coming to this practice for over 10 years. It’s great for everything, but they specialize in geriatric medicine. But the practice is about quality of life not just pain management. I would recommend this practice for anyone, older adults and otherwise.”

  • JC

“Great service. I didn’t feel rushed. Doctor Abraham explained everything and made sure I understood what was going on. The staff was very friendly, the waiting room was serene and wide open, and I never felt like I was just a number to them. Wonderful practice.”

  • SK

It’s so great to hear back from these patients and we wanted to thank them, as well as everyone else who has taken the time to leave us such kind thoughts through the years. We are always open to receiving this kind of feedback, so if you have an experience of your own to share, please don’t hesitate to leave us a review on Google, Healthgrades, or Vitals. For more information or to schedule an appointment with one of our healthcare providers, please contact Abraham Family Medicine. Our office is located in Snellville, not far from Grayson, Dacula, and Lilburn.

How Does Stress Affect a Person’s Health?

What to Know During Stress Awareness Month this AprilIn honor of Stress Awareness Month this upcoming April, the healthcare providers here at Abraham Family Medicine wanted to take some time to talk about stress and the many ways that it can affect a person’s health. When it comes to a person’s health, the body and mind are very closely connected. Being overly stressed, or not understanding how to properly manage your stress, can affect a person’s mood and emotional wellbeing, while also contributing to potentially serious health conditions. We wanted to take some time to get specific about stress and what it actually does to the body as well as offer a few helpful tips to manage it.

When a person experiences a stressful situation, this sets off a reaction in the body where stress hormones can produce physiological changes. For example, experiencing stress can cause the heart to pound, muscles to tense up, and a person’s breathing to become faster. While the body is able to use these hormonal changes and physiological responses to either combat these effects, the body can also overreact to stress. And over time, repeated activation of this stress response can often take a toll on a person’s health and wellness.

Too much stress can lead to short-term and long-term health issues if not properly managed. Short-term health effects of stress include headaches, chest pains, stomach, and digestive issues, and tension in muscles all over the body. Being overly stressed for an extended period of time can increase a person’s risk of developing high blood pressure or experiencing a heart attack while weakening the immune system. Additionally, there is a connection between stress and fertility issues in both men and women.

Research suggests that chronic stress over the years can also have negative effects on a person’s mental health. This includes contributing to anxiety, depression, addiction, and sleep disorders.

While stress may be unavoidable, there are things that our providers recommend to help manage stress in a more healthy way. Getting regular daily exercise and eating a healthy, balanced diet are certainly helpful steps. Breathing techniques and meditation are also known to help reduce stress. As are taking a break from technology and giving your mind time to decompress during the day. The bottom line is to find or do healthful things that can allow you to reduce your stress levels. For more information on stress management or if you would like to schedule an appointment, please contact Abraham Family Medicine today. Our providers offer a wide variety of general healthcare services for patients of all ages at our Snellville office, located very close to Grayson, Dacula, and Lilburn.

Have You Had Your Annual Check-Up?

Have You Had Your Annual Check-Up?The holiday season is in full swing here at Abraham Family Medicine. It’s hard to believe the start of another new year is right around the corner. We understand that the holidays are a very busy time for many people, however, the time to get an annual physical appointment before the end of the year is running short. Even if you can’t squeeze it in before the calendar turns to January, starting the new year with an annual check-up is an essential component of maintaining long-term health and wellness.

During check-ups in our office, we provide our patients with several essential healthcare services. To help reinforce the importance of undergoing an annual check-up, our healthcare providers wanted to list a few of the most pressing reasons to schedule a check-up appointment at the start of the new year:

  • An annual wellness visit can help determine your risk of potentially serious illnesses and health conditions. Diagnostic health screenings and a thorough discussion could flag risks for inherited conditions like certain types of cancer or diabetes. In addition to potential treatments and medications, these risk factors could simply lead to recommendations on adjustments to your diet, exercise regimen, sleep, or other lifestyle habits.
  • In some cases, the symptoms of some potentially serious health concerns like cardiovascular disease, respiratory illness, high blood pressure can be subtle and virtually impossible to detect on your own. An annual check-up appointment can assist in accurately diagnosing these concerns when they are in their earliest and most treatable stages.
  • Annual check-up appointments can help you and your healthcare provider build a relationship and allow them to gain a better understanding of your health over time. This includes tracking the status of long-term conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and arthritis from one year to the next.
  • An annual appointment can serve as a reference point from year-to-year for several very important health screenings and other yearly responsibilities. This includes breast exams for women, prostate exams for men, annual vaccinations, and much more.

Starting the new year with an annual check-up appointment can go a long way towards helping people achieve the best possible health and wellness in the year ahead and beyond. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Abraham Family Medicine. Our office is located in Snellville, not far from Grayson, Dacula, and Lilburn.

Taking a Statistical Look at Breast Cancer

Breast CancerAs many of our readers know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month across the United States. With the exception of skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer found in women. The healthcare providers at Abraham Family Medicine urge our patients to be aware of their breast cancer risk and take a proactive approach to maintain their health as the years go on. This means keeping up with annual breast cancer screenings and performing regular breast self-exams. To help put the prevalence of this illness into perspective, we have compiled recent breast cancer statistics from experts in the field. All statistics are provided by the American Cancer Society and Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

  • Roughly 13% of all women in the US (or about 1 in every 8) will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.
  • Over 281,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women this year.
  • An additional 2,650 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in men, although the risk for men is considerably lower.
  • Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in women, behind only lung cancer.
  • As of January of this year, there were more than 3.8 million women with a history of breast cancer living in the US, including those currently being treated and those who have completed their treatment.
  • Breast cancer rates are highest for women between the ages of 60-84.
  • A woman’s risk of developing breast cancer nearly doubles in cases where she has a first-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter) who has previously been diagnosed.

Understanding your potential risk is a powerful tool in the fight against breast cancer. Women can potentially lower their breast cancer risk by living a healthy lifestyle including a nutritious diet, regular daily exercise, and avoiding alcohol.

While it may not be possible to prevent breast cancer, making sure that it is detected in a timely manner is incredibly important. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Abraham Family Medicine today. We offer a wide variety of general healthcare services for people of all ages at our Snellville office, located very close to Grayson, Dacula, Lilburn, Lawrenceville, Lithonia, Loganville and Stone Mountain.

Holiday Season Health Tips from Abraham Family Medicine

female-sneezingEveryone here at Abraham Family Medicine is excited that the holiday season is here once again. There is a lot to love about the holidays, however this is also the time of year when sickness is most common. Cold temperatures, festive gatherings, cold and flu germs in the air during the COVID-19 pandemic, and additional holiday stress can all do a number on a person’s immune system. This year more than ever, it’s important to make your health a priority. That’s why the healthcare providers at Abraham Family Medicine wanted to provide some simple tips to reduce your risk of seasonal illness this holiday season.

Bundle Up

As temperatures continue to drop, it’s important to keep yourself warm. Wearing appropriate outdoor clothing is critical for staying healthy throughout the holidays. This includes layering and making sure to wear gloves, hats, scarves, and proper boots when necessary.

Wash Your Hands Regularly

In the wake of COVID-19, we know everyone has been sanitizing their hands like never before. But it’s important to keep that up throughout the holidays. Doing so can help prevent the spread of germs associated with the flu, the common cold, and other seasonal health issues. Wash thoroughly with soap and warm/hot water for 20 seconds.

Consider Year-End Health Screenings

There’s no such thing as a bad time for a check-up with your healthcare provider, but doing so around the holidays can be a great way to put a bow of health and wellness on your year. The annual check-up can provide a perfect opportunity to make sure your immunizations and health screenings are up to date heading into the new year.

Try to Eat Healthy

We know this is easier said than done with all the delicious holiday meals and tasty treats around. However, moderation can be very helpful. If you know there is an indulgent Christmas dinner coming up, try to make sure that your meals surrounding it are a bit healthier and richer in important nutrients. You can make healthy eating choices without depriving yourself.

The holidays should be a time of joy, festivity, and relaxation. Following these tips can help promote a healthy holiday season for you and the special people in your life. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Abraham Family Medicine today. Our office is located in Snellville, not far from Grayson, Dacula, and Lilburn.

Hear How We Improve the Health & Well-Being of Our Patients!

BAPC-logoFeedback is important in any field. But especially so for healthcare providers like our entire medical team here at Abraham Family Medicine. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide professional, first-class medical care that our patients and their loved ones deserve. So hearing back from our patients helps us know what we are doing all the right things and also what we can improve on to perfect our approach to patient care moving forward. With this in mind, we wanted to present some firsthand medical testimonials from our patients to illustrate the impact our care has had on their lives.

“The first time I went to see Dr. Abraham, he told me that I was on too much insulin because he didn’t believe that senior patients should be on a sliding scale when it came to taking insulin. He adjusted my medication and I started feeling better. I am not on any insulin at all now. I do take two pills hopefully if I keep sticking to my diet I will be off of those soon. Dr. Abraham has a great bedside manner and he takes his time with you. He listens to what you have to say. The staff is wonderful and friendly. Everyone made me feel that I mattered and that my care was important. I would recommend Abraham Family Medicine to any senior citizen who is looking for a great doctor.”

• JM

“Dr. Abraham is very thorough and always takes the time that he needs when I am there for an appointment. He communicates clearly and educates me on what I do not understand. I have been in the medical field for over 30 years. I know a good doctor when I see one. Every provider I have seen at this office has been professional, caring and above reproach.”

• TR

“Dr. Abraham has been my doctor for several years and has been instrumental in making sure my peripheral artery disease is kept under control. He always makes sure I completely understand any changes that are made in my medication and watches for any changes in my symptoms. He makes you feel like you are in a health partnership with him and makes you feel like you are his only patient.”

• JL

We wanted to thank everyone for taking the time to leave us such kind, thoughtful words. It is incredibly rewarding to know that our work is helping to positively impact on the lives of our patients. If you have had a similar experience with Abraham Family Medicine that you would like to share, you can leave us a review on Google, Healthgrades, or Vitals. For more information or to schedule an appointment today, please contact Abraham Family Medicine. Our office is located in Snellville, not far from Grayson, Dacula, and Lilburn.

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