Washington — At Palmetto Health Council’s seven clinics for the underprivileged in metro Atlanta, the number of patients seen by doctors has swelled by more than 1,200 in the last three months alone because of the recession and high unemployment.

Some patients have to wait four weeks to see a doctor at the company’s south Fulton County clinic.

“We’re now seeing people who previously had insurance through their company who have lost their jobs,” Palmetto CEO Jon Wollenzien said. “Others are still employed, but their employers have cut back on their (contributions) so much that (individuals) can’t afford their premiums or co-pays.”

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Provider Availability Update – Senoia Location

During the weeks of May 12 and May 19, our Senoia Family Practitioner will be unavailable. However, one of our esteemed Palmetto physicians will be on-site Monday through Thursday during regular office hours to see walk-in patients.

✅ No appointment necessary
✅ Quick, convenient, and affordable
✅ A time-saving and cost-effective alternative to the ER

Beginning Mondays in June, this same provider will be available at our Senoia location to offer urgent care and walk-in appointments.

We’re here to keep your care seamless and accessible!