Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center

10/31/2025

Our Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center team wore pink in support of those affected by breast cancer and to raise awareness about early detection and treatment. We’re grateful for our dedicated cancer care team and expert breast surgeons, whose commitment helps guide our patients through their breast cancer journeys with compassion, expertise and hope. Visit http://spr.ly/61887HDEm to learn more about our cancer care.

10/31/2025

Wellstar has partnered with GoodrCo. on our mobile markets for five years, providing families with fresh food. Thank you to NBA Hall of Famer and Wellstar Brand Ambassador Dominique Wilkins for joining us at events in Roswell and Jackson!

10/30/2025

Did you know some newborns are born with ear differences like folded or protruding ears? At Wellstar, we offer Pediatric EarWell, a gentle, non-surgical treatment that helps naturally reshape your baby’s ear during the first few weeks of life. It's painless, more than 90% effective and often covered by insurance. Treatment usually takes just four to eight weeks and can prevent the need for future surgery. Learn more at http://spr.ly/618371dMW.

10/30/2025

Join us in welcoming Ketul J. Patel, Wellstar’s new president & CEO! Ketul brings more than 30 years of healthcare leadership experience and a deep commitment to listening and learning from our incredible team members and communities. Together, we’ll expand access, drive innovation and set new standards for compassionate, world-class care 💙
Read Ketul’s first-day reflections here: http://spr.ly/61897G1ah

10/30/2025

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Wellstar was proud to support events across our communities. At the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk in Atlanta, Wellstar served as the survivor tent sponsor, helping celebrate and uplift over 700 survivors. More than 60 Wellstar team members joined forces to support this year’s event. For the 12th year in a row, Wellstar served as the medical crew sponsor for the Georgia Alliance for Breast Cancer GA 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer. Over 50 Wellstar team members volunteered their time to serve on the medical crew over the two-day event. Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center partnered with Breast Friends For Life - BFFL to host Paint the Town Pink in downtown LaGrange for the 19th year in a row. Our team provided education, resources and special gifts to 275 community members, including 60 survivors. Learn more about breast cancer care at http://spr.ly/61877EI7F.

10/26/2025

At just 26 years old, Maria's life took an unexpected turn. She discovered a lump in her breast and advocated for answers, which led to expert, multidisciplinary care at Wellstar following a cancer diagnosis. Now Maria, who recently graduated from college, plans to pursue a career designing healthcare spaces that offer comfort, healing and hope to patients. Read her story at http://spr.ly/6184AhSIG.

At 26, Maria turned to Wellstar experts for a second opinion and breast cancer treatment—determined to complete her interior design degree on time.

10/26/2025

At just 26 years old, Maria's life took an unexpected turn. She discovered a lump in her breast and advocated for answers, which led to expert, multidisciplinary care at Wellstar following a cancer diagnosis. Now Maria, who recently graduated from college, plans to pursue a career designing healthcare spaces that offer comfort, healing and hope to patients. Read her story at http://spr.ly/6185AhSxx.

At 26, Maria turned to Wellstar experts for a second opinion and breast cancer treatment—determined to complete her interior design degree on time.

10/24/2025

Wellstar Urologist Dr. Scott Miller and our operating room team members just celebrated a major milestone—Dr. Miller’s 500th single-port robotic procedure. Through this minimally invasive approach, our team at Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center has helped hundreds of men with prostate cancer and other urologic issues receive essential treatment with faster recovery and improved access to difficult-to-reach anatomy—all with less disturbance of surrounding tissue. Call (470) 956-4230 to book an appointment at Wellstar Urology in Roswell.

10/23/2025

Breast self-exams and mammograms are vital in helping catch breast cancer early, which improves the chances of recovery. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, remind yourself and the women in your life about monthly breast self-exams and regular mammograms. To learn more about breast cancer screenings, visit wellstar.org/breastcare.

10/23/2025

Wellstar recognized Menopause Awareness Day by wearing purple in support of women navigating this important stage of life. Wellstar Women's Health is dedicated to supporting women through their perimenopause and menopause journeys by offering personalized care plans, symptom management, education and compassionate care. If you're going through menopause or have questions, talk to your Wellstar OB/GYN for guidance or treatment options. Visit http://spr.ly/6189ACoEX to learn more.

10/22/2025

At Wellstar, we believe that everyone deserves to feel seen, heard and valued for who they are, every day. This year, that belief was on full display as nearly 200 of our team members, their families and allies came together to walk in the Atlanta Pride Parade. It was our largest turnout yet and a powerful reflection of the community we’re proud to build within our health system. For Wellstar participating in Pride offers a special opportunity to stand alongside our team members and neighbors to affirm that every person deserves respect, dignity and the freedom to bring their whole selves to where they work and receive care. Our commitment to creating an inclusive environment is ongoing and we honor the voices of those we serve. Thank you to the team members who represented us at Atlanta Pride!

10/22/2025

Checking in for your appointment is now even more convenient. Wellstar is expanding CLEAR1 digital check-in across more than 150 of our locations. Patients can quickly check in with a selfie at a kiosk or tablet, meaning no more paper forms and a more seamless experience. Since its launch, CLEAR1 has helped patients move through check-in faster while freeing team members to focus on providing care. Ready to check in faster? Read more:

Wellstar plans to expand CLEAR1 technology across more than 150 locations, saving time and improving patient experiences with a faster, easier check-in process.

10/20/2025

When care is personal, patients feel the difference. We are proud to be recognized by NRC Health for Excellence in Patient Experience. This award honors organizations that go above and beyond to deliver the kind of care patients trust. Winners are chosen based on real-time feedback from patients across the country. For us, it's not just meaningful recognition—it reminds us why Wellstar is more than healthcare, we're PeopleCare.

10/20/2025

Tameka Pearson is committed to building her strength, both mental and physical. As she faced breast cancer with the support of her family and her Wellstar care team, she only grew fiercer in her dedication to self care, including regular screenings like mammograms. Read Tameka's story.

How one woman built strength and conquered breast cancer.

10/18/2025

We're proud to announce the completion of our 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). This vital report, built on community feedback, data and partnership, identifies the most pressing health challenges in our communities. The CHNA will guide our efforts to improve health and wellness for the next three years, focusing on healthcare access, behavioral health, food access and healthy living, maternal and child health, and healthy aging. Read the full 2025 CHNA report at http://spr.ly/6188A2xVI.

10/17/2025

Today is World Trauma Day. Our trauma services team provides lifesaving emergency care when patients need it most. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and resources, our experts ensure you receive the highest standard of care from the moment you arrive and throughout the treatment and recovery process. Wellstar has the largest integrated trauma network in the state, including two Level I, one Level II, one Level III and three Level IV Adult Trauma Centers, and one Level II Pediatric Trauma Center. Learn more at http://spr.ly/6184ANHgE.

10/17/2025

Today is World Trauma Day. Our trauma services team provides lifesaving emergency care when patients need it most. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and resources, our experts ensure you receive the highest standard of care from the moment you arrive and throughout the treatment and recovery process. Wellstar has the largest integrated trauma network in the state, and Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center is a Level II Trauma Center. Learn more at http://spr.ly/6188ANHIq.

10/17/2025

Welcome to Wellstar, Dr. Bertrand Mukete! Dr. Mukete specializes in interventional cardiology, providing lifesaving care for heart attacks and performing procedures such as peripheral venous thrombectomies and complex coronary and peripheral arterial interventions. He treats patients in Alpharetta and Roswell. Learn about Dr. Mukete at http://spr.ly/6183A2vpP or schedule an appointment by calling (770) 410-4520.

10/16/2025

In collaboration with Wholesome Wave Georgia and the Vitamix Foundation, Wellstar Community Health distributed blenders to families at local events to promote healthy eating. Read more about this partnership at http://spr.ly/6185AFLhl.

Wellstar’s meaningful collaboration with Wholesome Wave Georgia and the Vitamix Foundation has united efforts to promote healthy eating and wellness in local communities.

10/16/2025

Wellstar's Comprehensive Aortic Program has discovered thousands of hidden aneurysms in patients—before they become life-threatening emergencies. When patients have chest and/or abdominal CT scans at Wellstar for other conditions, the reports are checked with the help of AI for any documented aortic aneurysm. The program provides advanced care for conditions of the aorta, which is the body's largest blood vessel. Read more about how our aortic disease specialists partner with patients.

Wellstar’s Comprehensive Aortic Program has identified thousands of hidden aneurysms in the past two years. The goal of the program is to help people before their conditions become life-threatening.

10/14/2025

Patients with smaller, early-stage tumors may be candidates for transanal minimally invasive surgery, known as TAMIS. Rather than making an incision in the abdomen to remove a tumor, the surgeon is able to access the tumor through the a**s. Colorectal Surgeon Dr. Jay Singh performed the first Da Vinci single port TAMIS procedure at Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center. Learn more about colorectal cancer care at http://spr.ly/6189AImYv.

10/14/2025

We observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month each October, but it's important to screen for breast cancer year-round. Remember to think PINK—Prevention, Information, Next steps and Knowledge—to guide your awareness. Read more from Wellstar Breast Surgeon Dr. Laura Pearson at http://spr.ly/6184AIluY.

Wellstar oncologist and breast cancer specialist Dr. Laura Pearson shares tips to help increase breast cancer awareness throughout the year.

10/14/2025

La comunidad hispana enfrenta tasas más altas de diabetes tipo 2 y, con ello, un riesgo mayor de complicaciones graves como las úlceras diabéticas. En este Mes de la Herencia Hispana, Univision 34 Atlanta compartió la historia inspiradora del Dr. Ricardo Durán, especialista en medicina hiperbárica de Wellstar, y destacó la labor vital de nuestro equipo de atención de heridas en Wellstar. Vea la entrevista en http://spr.ly/6185AIYpS.
The Hispanic community faces higher rates of type 2 diabetes—and with it, greater risk of serious complications like diabetic ulcers. This Hispanic Heritage Month, Univision 34 Atlanta shared Wellstar Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist Dr. Ricardo Duran's inspiring story and highlighting the vital work of our wound care team at Wellstar. Watch the interview at http://spr.ly/6185AIYpS.

En el marco del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, conocemos al Dr. Ricardo Durán, un destacado médico colombiano que ahora ejerce su profesión en Atlanta. Hablarem...

10/03/2025

You can now call one number—(470) 610-0145—to make an appointment at any Wellstar Gastroenterology location. Our specialists treat conditions in the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, esophagus, stomach, small intestine and colon. Learn more at http://spr.ly/6181Al63B.