Southside Diabetes & Integrated Care

05/24/2026

Want to work with THE BEST team?!?!

05/22/2026

🧠 Only 2 Spravato Treatment Slots Remaining!

At SSDIC, we provide a calm, supportive environment for Spravato treatment with:

✨ Private treatment rooms
✨ Blanket & eye mask provided
✨ White noise or Bluetooth speaker available
✨ Most patients prefer their own earbuds/phone for music or shows
✨ Constant monitoring throughout treatment for safety and comfort

If you’ve been considering Spravato for treatment-resistant depression, now is the time to schedule your consultation.

📞 Call or text: 757-659-9903
📍 Franklin, VA
🌐 southsidediabetesva.com

05/20/2026

🩺 High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer” because many people have NO symptoms until complications happen.

High blood pressure can increase your risk of: • Stroke • Heart attack • Kidney disease • Vision problems • Dementia

And when diabetes is added to the mix? The risks climb even higher.

✅ Know your numbers ✅ Check your blood pressure regularly ✅ Don’t skip routine primary care visits

Your health deserves prevention—not just treatment.

📍Appointments available now at SSDIC

05/18/2026

🧠 Mental health IS healthcare.

Stress, anxiety, burnout, depression, poor sleep, and chronic illness all affect the body—not just the mind.

Did you know?
✔️ Chronic stress can raise blood sugar
✔️ Poor sleep can worsen insulin resistance
✔️ Anxiety can cause physical symptoms like chest pain, dizziness, nausea, and fatigue

You do not have to struggle silently. Integrated care means caring for the whole person.

05/14/2026

☀️ Skin Cancer Awareness Reminder ☀️

Did you know skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States? While that statistic is alarming, the good news is that it’s also one of the most preventable cancers.

Protecting your skin starts with small daily habits that make a big difference:

🧴 Wear broad-spectrum SPF every day
🌳 Seek shade and avoid peak sun hours (10 AM–2 PM)
🔍 Perform regular skin checks and schedule routine screenings

Early detection truly saves lives. Taking care of your skin isn’t just about appearance — it’s about protecting your health and your future. ❤️

Trusted resources for education and prevention:
• American Academy of Dermatology
• Skin Cancer Foundation
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

05/13/2026

⚠️ Virginia Health Alert: Measles Cases Reported

The Virginia Department of Health has identified multiple measles cases in Virginia with signs of local spread.

🛡️ The MMR vaccine is the best protection against measles. Children should stay up to date on vaccines, and adults who are unsure of their vaccine history should speak with their healthcare provider.

Measles is highly contagious and can be serious—especially for young children and vulnerable individuals.

Questions about your vaccine status? Call or text us today. 💙

📞 757-659-9903
🌐 southsidediabetesva.com

05/13/2026

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to the incredible women who shape our lives with love, strength, and endless patience 💐

05/07/2026

🎤 PROVIDER SPOTLIGHT: DR. STALLINGS (ChatGPT Roast Edition!)

Meet Dr. Stallings—
the only person who can run a full clinic, build three new service lines, answer 47 patient messages, and still say,
“Wait - I have one more idea …” 💀

She doesn’t find problems …
she identifies 12, builds a protocol, launches a pilot, and somehow adds a revenue stream before anyone else finishes their coffee.

Known for:
✔️ Scheduling herself like she has 36 hours in a day
✔️ Turning “we should maybe consider …” into a fully operational program by next week
✔️ Asking for “quick input” that turns into a TED Talk + action plan
✔️ Creating jobs for people who didn’t even know they worked here yet

Clinic Reality:
Staff: “We’re at capacity.”
Dr. Stallings: “Perfect time to expand.” 😌
Staff: “We need to slow down.”
Dr. Stallings: “Or…hear me out…we optimize.”

Superpowers:
Sees 10 steps ahead
Fixes systems before they break
Can connect diabetes, mental health, hormones, and workflow inefficiencies into one sentence somehow

Mild concerns:
Thinks rest is a suggestion
Believes “this will be quick” with zero historical evidence
Has never met a boundary she didn’t try to improve

Fun Fact:
If she texts you “random thought” - it’s not random.
It’s the beginning of your next project.

💬 But real talk:
She’s the reason this place runs, grows, and actually changes lives.
… we’d just also like her to log off Outlook once in a while.