The 20 Best Bacterial Gastroenteritis Doctors Near Me in Athens, GA

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The 20 Best Bacterial Gastroenteritis Doctors near Athens, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Bacterial Gastroenteritis near Athens, GA. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Gastroenterology

    University Health Alliance

    658 North Chase Street, Suite 201, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Minesh Mehta is a Gastroenterologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

    Fred Young
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Athens Prince Avenue

    1010 Prince Avenue, Ste 500, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Young earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Tulane Medical School and the University of Maryland. He received his undergraduate degree in history from the University of Georgia and is board certified in Internal Medicine.Dr. Young has been practicing medicine for 31 years. Prior to joining, Piedmont Hawthorne OHC Dr. Young was a practicing partner with Hawthorne Medical Associates.In his spare time, Dr. Young enjoys spending time with his family; he has 5 children and 2 grandchildren). He enjoys being active in his church, bicycling, and reading.Dr. Young welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Robert P. Lucas
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Hawthorne Medical Of Athens

    120 Hawthorne Park, 
    Athens, GA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Patrick Lucas earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta and completed his residency at Wake Forest University Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, NC. He earned his Associates of Science in Biology from Middle Georgia College and his Bachelors of Science in Biology from The University of Georgia. Dr. Lucas is board certified in Internal Medicine.Dr. Lucas has been practicing medicine in Athens for 15 years. In additional to practicing Internal Medicine, Dr. Lucas serves as the Medical Director of a local Hospice company.Dr. Lucas was chosen as a Harry S. Truman Scholar in 1997 while attending the University of Georgia. He was also chosen one of UGA's 40 Under 40 outstanding alumni in 2013. He and his wife, Julie, were members of the 2016 Class of Leadership Georgia. Dr. Lucas has served on the Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees since 2018. The also serves on the Board of Directors of his home Methodist church.In his spare time, Dr. Lucas enjoys traveling and spending time with his family. He also teaches youth Sunday School and has coached his son and daughter in various youth sports. He also enjoys painting, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, and playing golf. Dr. Lucas is not accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Lucas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

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    Advanced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Infectious Disease

    Athens Regional Physicians Services Inc

    1270 Prince Ave Ste 301, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zola Nlandu is an Infectious Disease provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Nlandu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Strep Throat, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA).

    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

    1199 Prince Ave, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dominic Amakye is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Amakye is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and Hereditary Pancreatitis.

    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Internal Medicine

    St. Mary's Health Care System

    1230 Baxter St, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lela Laseter is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Laseter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Orthostatic Hypotension, Sepsis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Infectious Disease

    Office

    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 200D, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Macachor is an Infectious Disease provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Macachor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Infectious Arthritis, and Cellulitis.

    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Infectious Disease

    Athens Regional Physicians Services Inc

    1270 Prince Ave Ste 301, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Madeo is an Infectious Disease provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Madeo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Sepsis, and Retropharyngeal Abscess.

    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Internal Medicine

    Athens Geriatrics And Internal Medicine PC

    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 3200, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Paradela is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Paradela is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Family Medicine

    Athens Family Medicine

    2205 Barnett Shoals Rd, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Shiver is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Shiver has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Esophageal Varices.

    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Integrative Medicine
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Integrative Medicine

    Office

    545 Research Dr Ste A, 
    Athens, GA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mckay Crowley is a primary care provider, practicing in Integrative Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Crowley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Acute Kidney Failure, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Gastroenterology

    Athens Digestive Healthcare Associates

    1360 Caduceus Way, Suite 101, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Asif Qadri is a Gastroenterologist in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Qadri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Qadri is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Gastroenterology

    Athens Gastroenterology Association

    3320 Old Jefferson Rd Ste 400, 
    Athens, GA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Williams is a Gastroenterologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Williams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Diverticular Disease.

    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bacterial Gastroenteritis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1460 Resurgence Dr, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikas Sangwan is a Gastroenterologist in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Sangwan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Gastroenteritis. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Jaundice, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Bacterial Gastroenteritis?

    Bacterial gastroenteritis occurs when there is a bacterial infection of your stomach or intestines.

    When should I see a Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor near Athens, GA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor near Athens, GA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctors near Athens, GA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctors near Athens, GA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor near Athens, GA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor near Athens, GA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctors near Athens, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Bacterial Gastroenteritis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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