Wellstar Health System

12/11/2025

Congratulations to Kennesaw State University on their win over Jacksonville State to claim the Conference USA Championship! Wellstar is proud to partner with KSU Athletics and support a program that embodies teamwork, resilience and community spirit. Thank you for being an outstanding part of the Wellstar community. We are honored to stand beside you as you continue to soar to new heights. Go Owls!

12/11/2025

Wellstar Paulding Medical Center earned a spot on the first-ever Forbes Top Hospitals list for 2026—a testament to the high-quality care we provide our patients every day. The new list emphasizes patient outcomes and includes best practices, value and patient experience. Thank you to our Wellstar Paulding team members for their commitment to PeopleCare! Read more at http://spr.ly/6182C8jvI.

12/10/2025

The Battery Atlanta transformed into a festive wonderland for its fan-favorite Holidays at The Battery Atlanta presented by Wellstar! The season kicked off with the annual tree lighting, where Wellstar's Snehal Doshi shared remarks before the big moment alongside Dr. WellBee, Blooper and Braves emcee Mark Owens. The holiday fun continues through the New Year—check out upcoming events at batteryatl.com/holidays2025.

12/04/2025

Wellstar Cobb Medical Center celebrated the opening of its Obstetric Emergency Department, which will provide pregnant and postpartum patients with 24/7 access to dedicated, specialized care close to home. Hospital leaders, community partners and local officials joined to mark this important step in expanding women’s health services. The Obstetric Emergency Department provides immediate evaluation by board-certified obstetric experts, coordinated support for high-risk pregnancies and dedicated resources to help families feel safe and supported. The new department strengthens Wellstar’s commitment to improving maternal outcomes. Learn how at http://spr.ly/61897N70t.

12/04/2025

Tune in this Sunday, December 7, as Dr. Fritz Jean-Pierre joins The Weekly Check-Up on 95.5 WSB Radio to share expert insights on bariatric surgery, including available procedures, long-term benefits and common misconceptions. Dr. Jean-Pierre will offer helpful information for anyone curious about how bariatric surgery works and what you can expect. Learn more about bariatric surgery at Wellstar: http://spr.ly/61867NLIA.

12/03/2025

Not all breast cancer treatments are the same. Wellstar Oncology Nurse Navigator Carolyn Wallace explains how care today is more personalized than ever. Learn more about breast cancer care at Wellstar at wellstar.org/breastcancer.

12/02/2025

Giving Tuesday is officially here, and you have the power to maximize the impact of your gift! Thanks to our generous partners at Align Design Associates, we have $5,000 in matching funds to give away. The causes that receive the most donations during our Morning Momentum Challenge (7 to 10 AM) and Evening Rush Challenge (5 to 8 PM) will each win a $2,500 match—meaning your gift could help unlock even more support for the cause closest to your heart. Give now: https://utm.guru/ujl1u.

12/02/2025

Many veterans face a tough transition after leaving the military and can struggle to find careers that match their skills. Wellstar Director of Organizational Development Michael Collins knows that challenge firsthand and uses his role to help change the story. Wellstar hires veterans across our system and works to connect their leadership experience and service with meaningful careers in healthcare. Michael's journey shows what's possible when veterans get the support they deserve. Read the CBS Atlanta story: http://spr.ly/618070eUy.

12/01/2025

The patient-doctor relationship is at a pivotal moment. With more time spent on screens, it can be more challenging to focus on building personal relationships. Researchers lay out six actionable strategies—from returning to the bedside to revitalizing the physical exam—that can rebuild trust, sharpen clinical judgment, ease burnout and bring humanity back to patient care. Dr. Erica Sutton, Wellstar vice president of academic affairs, sat down with Healthgrades to offer some guidance on the importance of bedside clinical skills, such as the physical exam. Read more at http://spr.ly/61837IXMX.

These six simple strategies can help healthcare professionals enhance bedside interactions with patients and build better connections.

11/27/2025

Our incredible Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center volunteers kept a beloved Thanksgiving tradition alive by handcrafting 752 plush pumpkins to place on patient meal trays, bringing comfort, gratitude and holiday cheer to those spending time in the hospital. This small act of kindness reminds our patients they are supported by a community that cares today and every day. Learn more about volunteering at wellstar.org/community/volunteer.

11/27/2025

When Kathy DeJoseph's annual lung screening led to a cancer diagnosis, her care team surrounded her with timely, comprehensive care through our STAT Clinic. With multiple experts on her side, she felt more confident throughout her treatment. Now a cancer survivor for more than a decade, she supports patients through her nonprofit, Happy Caps, which has made thousands of hats for people undergoing cancer treatment. Read Kathy's story.

A lung cancer survivor for more than a decade, early detection and starting treatment quickly through the STAT Clinic were key to Kathy’s survival.