Wellstar Health Systems

Health Care November 12, 2020

Julie Teer becomes Wellstar Foundation president

Wellstar Health Systems announced that Julie Teer has joined the company as a senior vice president, and as president of the Wellstar Foundation. The company distributed the following statement to…

Health Care July 20, 2020

Wellstar Kennestone Emergency Department virtual ribbon-cutting

The huge new Wellstar Kennestone Hospital Emergency Department had its virtual ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday afternoon. Governor Brian Kemp was on hand to deliver remarks and take part in the cutting…

Health Care May 19, 2020

Wellstar resumes time-sensitive surgical procedures

Wellstar Health Systems has begun scheduling surgical procedures, and other services such as labs and imaging, that were put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A press release announcing…

Dr. Barry Mangel, in article about delayed treatment

Health Care May 4, 2020

Wellstar cardiologist cautions against avoiding needed treatment

The Courier had a conversation with Dr. Barry Mangel, the chief cardiology officer at Wellstar Health Systems. “I lead the cardiovascular service line for the health system,” Dr. Mangel said….

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Education November 23, 2024

What would it mean if President-elect Trump dismantled the US Department of Education?

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Disability November 23, 2024

Georgians With Disabilities Are Still Being Institutionalized, Despite Federal Oversight

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Wellstar Health Systems

Julie Teer becomes Wellstar Foundation president

Wellstar Kennestone Emergency Department virtual ribbon-cutting

Wellstar resumes time-sensitive surgical procedures

Wellstar cardiologist cautions against avoiding needed treatment