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In an emergency, moments count. Rely on our Emergency Department at Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center for expert medical skill, cutting-edge technology and compassionate care that always puts you first.
Wellstar Urgent Care Centers are a convenient and affordable alternative to the emergency department, if you need immediate care for non-life-threatening medical conditions between your provider’s regular office hours or are unable to get an appointment with your physician. Walk-ins are always welcome, so you don’t have to make an appointment.
If you’ve received care at a Wellstar hospital or see a Wellstar doctor for ongoing care, you may access your medical records, by request, at any time. We’ve done our part to make requesting your medical information easy.
Primary care providers at Wellstar Health System practice in one of two areas: family medicine and internal medicine. Family medicine providers care for the whole family at every age, including babies, children, teens, adults and grandparents.
MyChart gives you convenient and secure online access to your healthcare record. Whether you're at home, traveling or working long hours, you can access your medical history, communicate with your doctor, see lab results, set up appointments and more.
Once you’re connected, you can view your test results, schedule appointments, request prescription refills and pay your bills. You can also access your health information from organizations outside of Wellstar that also use Epic’s software, letting you have full control of your healthcare.
Setting up appointments or viewing your medical records and test results has never been more convenient and secure, thanks to the MyChart mobile app for your smartphone or tablet. Be sure to download the MyChart app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play store, and then log in to your Wellstar MyChart account to get started.
Wellstar West Georgia surgeons perform open-heart surgeries and advanced structural heart procedures including, TAVR, MitraClip, ASD/PFO Closures and LVAD implantation. Coordinating care for people with multiple medical issues can be complicated. Wellstar has created individualized clinics to develop care plans centered on the patient and the patient's family support system to combat this challenge.
Wellstar cardiac rehabilitation includes a thorough evaluation, then a plan of monitored exercise, lifestyle education and emotional support designed just for you. Exercise improves cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength through low-impact activities and resistance training. Lifestyle education empowers you to break bad habits, like smoking and overeating, and adopt healthy habits, like exercise and proper nutrition. Emotional support helps you manage stress and learn to cope with heart disease.
Wellstar Kennestone offers a complete spectrum of treatment options for atrial fibrillation and arrhythmia management. We have the most advanced arrhythmia program in the state of Georgia, which includes a comprehensive Atrial Fibrillation Clinic, advanced surgical options and an outstanding track record of success. We provide a multidisciplinary approach to address many aspects of care in one location, resulting in improved care coordination and better patient outcomes.
As a not-for-profit, gifts to the Wellstar Foundation make it possible to provide patients with additional resources and amenities for a higher level of comfort and care. For more information about how to support our fight against heart disease, visit the Foundation, email give@wellstar.org or call (770) 956-GIVE (4483).
To obtain a copy of a Wellstar medical record, we require a written request and properly executed patient authorization for disclosure of protected health information. This can be mailed to Health Information Management, Release of Information Services, at the address of the appropriate Wellstar Hospital.
If you seek hospital records or records from any other medical facility, you will want to request them directly from that facility.
If you wish to obtain medical records for you personal use we are happy to assist you in this process. The per page charge is as follows: 1 Electronic records delivered in electronic format—$6.50 2 Medical record with paper records delivered in electronic format are billed at $6.50 + 7¢ per page labor cost to create and deliver the portion of the record maintained in paper. 3 Electronic records delivered in paper 90¢ labor cost to create and deliver the portion of the record maintained electronically plus 5¢ per page for paper and toner. 4 Paper records delivered in electronic format 7¢ per page labor fee. 5 Paper records delivered in paper 12¢ per page.
To request medical records, you must be the patient, or the parent or guardian of the patient for whom you seek records. Caregivers may be able to access records if the patient has provided written permission to the provider.
If you seek hospital records or records from any other medical facility, you will want to request them directly from that facility. Be aware that you may be denied some records, usually related to mental health records.
If a provider believes that letting you look at your medical records can endanger your physical health, your request may be refused. They cannot deny you access just because they think you will be upset, unless they believe revealing the information might lead you to physically harming yourself.
The parent or legal guardian must sign the consent release. Legal guardians will be asked to provide documentation of legal guardianship.
For more than 75 years, Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center has served our LaGrange community with expert healthcare and the highest standards of quality and safety in any emergency. For major or less severe injuries, our Emergency Department provides comprehensive, personalized care for all in Troup County.
We treat people—friends, family, neighbors—who are wholly unique. That’s why our cancer specialists never use a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to your care.
Our Emergency Department has received accreditation as a Che st Pain Center with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) from The Joint Commission, recognizing excellent, comprehensive care provided to our cardiac patients. Our board-certified neurologists are available both in person and through telemedicine for stroke patients. Our state-of-the-art diagnostic lab services are accredited by the College of American Pathologists, and we have earned the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award, Top 10% in The Country.
The Emergency Department at Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center in LaGrange is always open and ready 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to meet you in a moment of need. Your emergency health crisis is what we were made for, and our 34-bed unit serves more than 55,000 patients annually.
Check the Wellstar webpage or call the hospital’s main phone number and listen to the updated recording prior to arriving to ensure visitation is permitted.
As a community partner, we are committed to caring for our student-athletes through a partnership with Atlanta Public Schools. Joint Commission designated Primary Stroke Center.
Wellstar Health System has enhanced our visitor policy as part of our commitment to providing a safe environment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To schedule a virtual visit: Call a physician’s office and request a virtual appointment.
If you have an unexpected trip to a Wellstar emergency department or urgent care center, your Wellstar primary care provider will be kept in the loop and notified of your health condition and treatment.
That’s because our health experts get to know you—your body, medical history and health concerns—on a deeper level.
Because your medical records are all in one online place, MyChart makes it easier for you to take charge of your health and communicate with your care team.
With Wellstar Online Care, you can get quick access to urgent care 24/7 at home or on-the-go, for patients two years of age and older.
Your established primary care provider is your personal healthcare leader, helping to coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team of specialists.
Obstetrician-gynecologists (OB/GYN) – An OB/GYN specializes in all aspects of women’s health, including menstruation, pregnancy and menopause. These specialists are highly skilled in managing women’s healthcare needs at all stages of life, diagnosing and treating disorders of the reproductive system, and providing prenatal care.