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 Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Esther Wallach, M.D. is board certified in Internal Medicine. She was born in California and grew up in the Netherlands, where she received her medical degree from The University of Amsterdam. She went on to complete her internal medicine residency at Piedmont Athens Regional. Prior to joining the practice, Dr. Wallach was Medical Director of the Community Care Clinic and a core faculty member for the internal medicine residency program.Dr. Wallach treats patients ages 18 and above.In her spare time, Dr. Wallach enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two sons. Dr. Wallach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Obesity in Children, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

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 Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Mallory Shillinger DO earned her medical degree from Nova Southeastern Osteopathic Medical School, and completed her residency at Florida State University. She received her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from University of Central Florida, and is board certified in Internal Medicine.Dr. Shillinger is passionate about providing patent centered care that is rooted in up-to-date evidence based medicine. Her goal is to help patients maximize their own health with a focus on preventive care and wellness. She enjoys managing hypertension, Diabetes, Thyroid disorders, and helping patient achieve their weight loss goals. She also has a strong foundation in the geriatric population and with women's health with a particular focus on osteoporosis, cervical and breast cancer screen.In her spare time, Dr. Shillinger enjoys spending time in the outdoors, cooking and playing with her dog, Ruby.Dr. Shillinger is not accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Shillinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Kilian van Rijn, MD, earned his medical degree from Erasmus University Rotterdam in The Netherlands, and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Piedmont Athens Regional. He received his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences from The University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Dr. van Rijn is board is board certified.Dr. van Rijn's special interests include general internal medicine, screening and management of chronic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes.In his spare time, Dr. van Rijn enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons.Dr. van Rijn is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Van Rijn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Rajiv Setia is a Pediatrics provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Setia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Delayed Growth, and Diarrhea. Dr. Setia is currently accepting new patients.

Janeanna Heath is a Pediatrics provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Heath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU), Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Diarrhea. Dr. Heath is currently accepting new patients.

Dr Jon Udwadia earned his medical degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo Medical School (Buffalo, New York) in 1996. He completed his Pediatric residency training at the Children's Hospital of Buffalo (Buffalo, New York) in 1999. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.He has been practicing Pediatrics for over 20 years. He has provided medical care for children in the greater Athens area since 2002. Prior to joining the Piedmont Healthcare system, he was employed by Athens Regional Medical Center.In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family.He is accepting Newborn patients and welcomes most insurance plans. Dr. Udwadia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Scarlet Fever, Diarrhea, and Zoon Vulvitis.

Dr. Braucher earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at the University of Arkansas. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Georgia and is board certified in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Hospice and Palliative Care.Dr. Braucher has been practicing medicine for 32 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physician Group, Dr. Braucher was a member of the Athens Regional Physician Group. He has historically been in private practice as well.In his spare time, Dr. Braucher enjoys spending time with his family. He enjoys landscaping, canoeing, hiking, and swimming. Please call the office to inquire about becoming a new patient. Dr. Braucher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

Dr. St. Clair earned her medical degree from Emory University Medical School in Atlanta, Georgia. She completed a residency in pediatrics at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia.Dr. St. Clair is a general pediatrician, board certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics. She has been in practice for over twenty years, working as an employed office physician for Athens Regional Medical Center and then for Piedmont Healthcare.In her spare time, Dr. St. Clair likes taking her family on travels and adventures. At home, she spends time with friends and family, wrangles pets and indulges in science fiction novels. Dr. Clair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Scarlet Fever, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Anemia.

Dr. Bohn earned her medical degree from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Spartanburg, South Carolina and completed her pediatric residency at Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University in Augusta, Georgia. She received her undergraduate degree in Chemistry from University of North Georgia in Dahlonega, Georgia and is board eligible in general pediatrics.Dr. Bohn is a general pediatrician. Prior to joining Piedmont Pediatrics, Dr. Bohn completed her pediatric residency in Augusta, GeorgiaIn her spare time, Dr. Bohn enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys reading, exercising, and traveling. Dr. Bohn is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Bohn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Croup, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.

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

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

Elizabeth Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

Bradley Shepherd is a Gastroenterologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Shepherd is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Hepatitis, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Melissa Martin earned her medical degree and completed her residency at the University of Maryland. She received her undergraduate and master's degrees in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Georgia and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.Dr. Melissa Martin has been practicing medicine for 14 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physician Group, Dr. Martin was a part of the Athens Regional Physician Enterprise.In her spare time, Dr. Melissa Martin enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys hiking, rafting, and reading. Feel free to call the office to inquire that status of becoming a new patient. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and H1N1 Influenza.

Dr. Baker earned his undergraduate degree from UGA. He attended medical school at the Medical College of Georgia. He then trained and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. He trained in pediatrics at Columbus Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH. His internal medicine training was completed at Ohio State University Medical Center. After training, he moved to Athens, GA and has been practicing for 16 years. In his spare time, he enjoys golf, fishing, trail running, and cheering on the Dawgs. He is married to his beautiful wife, Nancy, and has 2 sons. Dr. Baker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are H1N1 Influenza, Bronchitis, Cellulitis, Fifth Disease, and Hip Replacement.

Dr Holly Aldridge earned her medical degree at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia. She remained at Mercer and completed her pediatric residency at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. Dr Aldridge is board certified in pediatrics.Dr Aldridge is a general pediatrician and has been practicing in Athens, Georgia, since 2004.In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and her 3 children. Dr. Aldridge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Delayed Growth, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

Dr. Garrard earned his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He is board certified in pediatrics.Dr. Garrard has been practicing pediatrics in Athens, GA for 17 years. He specializes in general pediatrics.In his spare time, Dr. Garrard enjoys spending time with his wife, 3 children, and his dog. He enjoys running, hiking, golf, and travel. Dr. Garrard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Chickenpox, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

Dr. Jeanne Marie Martin earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University in New Orleans and completed her residency at the University of Maryland. She received her undergraduate degree in biology from Millsaps College and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.Dr. Jeanne Marie has been practicing medicine for 12 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physician Group, Dr. Jeanne Marie was a part of Athens Regional Physician Enterprise.In her spare time, Dr. Jeanne Marie enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys playing tennis, traveling, and hiking. Please feel free to contact the office to inquire about becoming a new patient. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Otitis, Asthma, and H1N1 Influenza.