Dr. Rogers, M.D., FACS, earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia where he completed his internship and residency in general surgery. He completed a fellowship in Bern, Switzerland in experimental medicine and a thoracic surgery fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He then pursued further vascular surgery training at University Hospital in Augusta, Ga. Certified by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Rogers is well versed in general surgery and laparoscopic procedures of the stomach, gallbladder, appendix, colon, thyroid and hernias as well as vascular surgery, vascular access and thoracic surgery. He is the director of the Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center at Piedmont Newton Hospital. Dr. Rogers and his wife Julie have four children. In his free time he enjoys gardening (he is most proud of his hydrangeas) and skeet shooting. He is very involved in many local community activities. As a retired Lt. Colonel , he served 22 years in the US Army Reserves Medical Corps. Dr. Rogers welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Rogers is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallstones, Pacemaker Implantation, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Audrey Dudzik, MD, FACS, is Board Certified in General Surgery. She is a graduate of Michigan State University, earned her medical degree at Brown University, and completed her residency in General Surgery at Memorial Hospital in Savannah, GA.Prior to joining the Piedmont team, Dr. Dudzik practiced full[1]spectrum general surgery at community hospitals in Vermont. She specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques and has special interest in endocrine surgery. Her passion is delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care with an emphasis on quality and safety.Dr. Dudzik is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurances. Dr. Dudzik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Christy Blanchford, M.D., earned her medical degree at Dartmouth Medical School. She then attended Emory University School of Medicine where she completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Blanchford is a board-certified physician with over 25 years of experience working in primary care. She specializes in internal medicine and offers preventative care and treatment for adults.In her spare time, Dr. Blanchford enjoys mountain biking, spending time with family and attending science fiction/fantasy conventions.She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Blanchford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Kwon Choe, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Choe has served the community for nearly 20 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Choe enjoys cycling, snowboarding and spending time with his young family. His grilling skills have earned him the reputation as the 'Grill Master'among his friends and family. Dr. Choe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

Donna Groover, M.D., received her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia. She then completed her residency at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Groover specializes in family medicine and has over 20 years of experience as a primary care physician. She offers annual and sports physicals and treats all acute and chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart and lung complaints. She also offers treatment for minor sports injuries, as well as colds and flu.Dr. Groover has four children and enjoys spending time in the outdoors with her family. She is a member of both the American Academy of Family Practice and the Georgia Academy of Family Practice. Dr. Groover is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

George Crawford is a General Surgeon in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Crawford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Crawford is currently accepting new patients.

Shaoxu Bing, M.D., earned his medical degree at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. He then attended the University of Florida College of Medicine in Jacksonville where he completed a residency in general surgery.Dr. Bing specializes in minimally invasive general surgery to treat hernias, gallbladder disease and a variety of gastrointestinal disorders. His special interests include hernia, foregut and colorectal surgery.In his spare time, Dr. Bing enjoys cooking, golfing and spending time with his family. Dr. Bing is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, and Hernia.

Melinda Bottenfield, DO has been practicing medicine for five years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Bottenfield was a general surgery resident at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. She is board eligible in General Surgery.Dr. Bottenfield is certified in robotic surgery. Her special interests include treating benign and some malignant conditions of the body to include but are not limited to the skin, soft tissues, gallbladder, hernias/abdominal wall, gastrointestinal tract, hemorrhoids, and breast. Dr. Bottenfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Angiofibroma, Ogilvie Syndrome, Subareolar Abscess, and Gastrointestinal Perforation.

Gaby Calero, MD, received her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. She completed her residency at Presence Health Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Calero is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Calero specializes in Family Medicine and works in Urgent Care. She is bi-lingual in Spanish.In her spare time, Dr. Calero enjoys singing, playing the guitar and Salsa dancing. She relocated back to Georgia to spend time with family and her dog Rex.Dr. Calero welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Calero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Tracheitis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and COVID-19.

Indira Asser is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Asser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension. Dr. Asser is currently accepting new patients.

Nadeem Hoodbhoy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Hoodbhoy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Hoodbhoy is currently accepting new patients.

Nayeem Akmal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Akmal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Akmal is currently accepting new patients.

Kevin Lanclos, M.D., earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Lanclos has served the community for nearly 20 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Lanclos enjoys cycling, hunting, backpacking and spending time with his wife and busy family of teenagers. He serves as the Medical Director for Longleaf Hospice and the Medical Advisor for Amedisys Home Health. He is an active volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America and the Willing Helper's Clinic, providing care to the indigent population of Newton County. Dr. Lanclos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

Miles Wei, MD, earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Navicent Health in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Wei is Board Certified and specializes in Internal Medicine.His special interests include the treatment of rural and geriatric communities and patients. Prior to joining Piedmont Healthcare in November 2023, Dr. Wei worked as a physician for Mercer Medicine Putnam County.Dr. Wei is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Wei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Chemical Pneumonitis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Gundy Knos is an Anesthesiologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Knos has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Angiomyoma. Dr. Knos is currently accepting new patients.

James Yost is a Pain Medicine provider in Monroe, Georgia. Dr. Yost is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Shingles, Neuralgia, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Yost is currently accepting new patients.