MediFind found 6 doctor with experience in Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP) near Columbus, GA. Of these, 5 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.
Renal Associates
Dr. Ferdinand Q. Alcaide MD, FACP, FASN earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines. He completed his Nephrology fellowship at SUNY at University at Buffalo. He has been with Renal Associates, LLC since 1994. Dr. Alcaide is actively involved, and committed to providing his patients with quality care. Dr. Alcaide is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP). His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and High Potassium Level.
Renal Associates
Dr. Ramanath earned his medical degree from Bangalore Medical College in Bangalore, India. He is also a member of the Royal Colleges of Physicians United Kingdom i.e. MRCP(UK). He did his residency from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He also completed Nephrology fellowship from UAB Birmingham. He is board certified in Internal Medicine & Neprology.Dr. Ramanath has been practicing medicine for 16 years. His special interest include home dialysis, including peritoneal dialysis and home hemodialysis.Dr. Ramanath has presented papers in several national conferences including the American Society of Nephrology & National Kidney Foundation, and has numerous publications. Dr. Ramanath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP). His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and High Potassium Level.
Renal Associates
Rajendran Alappan is a Nephrologist in Columbus, Georgia. Dr. Alappan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP). His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Alappan is currently accepting new patients.
Renal Associates
Dr. Smith earned her medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine. She remained at UAB, and completed her residency in Internal Medicine and Nephrology Fellowship. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.Dr. Smith has been practicing on Nephrology for 10 years with Renal Associates, LLC. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP). Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Carbuncle, and Folliculitis.
David Flowers, M.D., is a pediatric hospitalist with 20 years of professional experience. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Religion from Davidson College and an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy from Columbus State University. Dr. Flowers received his Medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia, where he also completed his Pediatric Residency. He is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is on the Mercer University School of Medicine faculty.Dr. Flowers believes every child deserves the opportunity to be healthy and happy. That's why he is committed to provide skilled and compassionate care with old-fashioned bedside manner and personal attention. Dr. Flowers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP). His top areas of expertise are Streptococcal Group A Infection, Asthma in Children, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Cerebral Hypoxia, and Gastrostomy.
Piedmont Physicians At Brookstone
Bailee F. Blackburn, M.D., is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. She completed a family medicine residency at Piedmont Columbus Regional in Columbus, Georgia after earning her medical degree from Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership in Athens, GA. Dr. Blackburn was awarded Excellence in Clinical Skills from her school and the 2020 Teacher of the Year award from the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine.In her spare time, Bailee enjoys spending time with family and her church community. Dr. Blackburn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP). Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Neutropenia, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.
Last Updated: 01/09/2026