Atlanta Center for Wellness
About
I provide medical management for children and adolescents with eating disorders. I have found many of my patients have some symptoms of hEDS or are on the hypermobility spectrum.
EDS Healthcare in Georgia
Emory University Hospital's Division of Medical Genetics in Atlanta is the primary in-state resource for EDS evaluation. Georgia does not have an EDS Society Center of Excellence; the nearest is Mayo Clinic Jacksonville in Florida. Limited specialized EDS programs mean many Georgia patients travel to Florida or other states for comprehensive care.
Outside the Atlanta metro area, EDS specialist access drops significantly. South Georgia patients may find it easier to travel to Mayo Clinic Jacksonville than to Atlanta. Rural areas throughout the state have very limited access to providers experienced with EDS.
Finding Mental Health for EDS
Look for a therapist who has worked with chronic illness patients and understands that EDS-related anxiety and depression often have physical triggers, not just psychological ones.