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University Health Alliance Now Offering Advanced Diagnostic Procedure: Anorectal Manometry
University Health Alliance (UHA) continues to pride itself in providing medical services typically reserved for metropolitan cities or larger locales, breaking barriers and increasing access to the latest technology. One of the more recent additions in that category...
Local Cancer Survivor Shares Her Story on 11Alive, And Why Timing Matters for Colonoscopy Screening
When Pam Allen appeared on 11Alive, her message was simple but powerful: getting a colonoscopy at the right time can save your life. A colorectal cancer survivor now more than 10 years cancer-free, Pam shared her journey to help others understand when to get a...
Resources for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month; we wanted to provide a list of resources for people who may be walking through a colorectal cancer journey, want to learn about care and preventative measures, or about the provider team at University Health Alliance and our...
Colorectal Cancer in Younger Adults: An Expert’s Perspective
Today’s colorectal cancer statistics come with a harsh reality: the disease is rising swiftly among younger adults. According to the Cancer Research Institute, one in five people with a colorectal cancer diagnosis are younger than age 55. In fact, it is...
Join UHA & UCBC for “Strollin’ for the Colon” to Raise Awarness for Colon Cancer
We invite YOU to lace up your sneakers and take a 1-mile fun walk to raise awareness for Colon Cancer!📅 Saturday, March 22nd⏰ 10:00 AM📍 University Health Alliance Campus1460 Resurgence Dr., Watkinsville, GA 30677 Sign up by visiting this signup page!
Dr. Gregory DeLaurier to Retire After Decades of Distinguished Service in Colorectal Surgery
University Health Alliance (UHA) announces the upcoming retirement of Dr. Gregory DeLaurier, a highly respected and board-certified colon and rectal surgeon, effective December 31, 2024. Dr. DeLaurier’s retirement marks the conclusion of a remarkable career spanning...
5 Wellness Resolutions for the New Year
As you look to start the new year off right, here are some ways you can take better care of yourself to feel your best through this year and beyond.
University Health Alliance Adds Colorectal Surgeon to Acclaimed Roster
Dr. Thomas M. Ward Is Now Providing Colon and Rectal Treatment, and Surgical Care in the Athens Area University Health Alliance (UHA), a multi-disciplinary practice focusing on prevention and coordinated care, welcomes Dr. Thomas Ward, a colorectal surgeon. Now...
Tips for a Healthy Gut Microbiome
Gut health has gotten an abundance of attention in recent years, and for good reason. Experts in medicine have long suspected the gastrointestinal tract plays a larger role in our health beyond digestion alone, and studies have confirmed this belief over time. Today,...
Navigating a Gluten-Free Lifestyle
Being diagnosed with celiac disease or another condition that causes gluten sensitivity often comes with conflicting feelings. While you may be relieved to know the source of your gastrointestinal symptoms, it’s also normal to feel overwhelmed about a future dictated...
Early Signs of Gastrointestinal Diseases
We’ve all experienced an upset stomach from time to time. Whether it stems from eating something that didn’t agree with us, an intestinal flu, or experiencing anxious nerves, there are a lot of factors that can cause gastrointestinal distress. Knowing how to...
Why is Blood Donation Important?
Your summer calendar may already be somewhat full with family vacations, gatherings, and a little down time planned. But in honor of World Blood Donor Day this month, we’d like to encourage you to consider adding one more thing to your list of summer goals. Donating...