Dr. Franklin joined the medical staff at Piedmont Fayette Hospital in January 2011. He was previously in private practice in Gadsden, Alabama for over five years. He is board certified in general surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.His practice includes the full range of General Surgery - hernia, colon resection, gallbladder surgery, and other diseases of the intestines and abdominal organs. He also does surgery on the thyroid, parathyroids, and skin. He has had a distinguished career in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. While in Alabama, he was the first surgeon in the state to complete a gallbladder removal with the da Vinci robot. After moving back to Georgia, he is the first surgeon in the Piedmont health system to complete gallbladder removal with the da Vinci robot, and also the first ever utilizing a single incision in the umbilicus. He is one of a very few surgeons in the US utilizing this technique. He has been involved in laparoscopic surgery for 20 years and over 12 years robotically.He has published and given numerous presentations to include topics of advanced laparoscopic procedures, cellular behavior of cancers, trauma, multiple sclerosis, and intravascular ultrasound. He has most recently served as chairman of the department Surgery at Piedmont Fayette. He now serves on the medical executive committee and utilization review committee. He also is involved in research projects in the US and internationally.Dr. Franklin believes that to plan the best possible operation, the surgeon must understand and listen to the patient. He can then plan and educate the patient in regards to their forward progress. He understands that operations are not without risk, and the patient must understand those risks along with its benefits, and the alternatives to treatment. Dr. Franklin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

L. Thomas Winger, IV, MD, FACS earned his medical degree from University of Texas at Houston, and completed his residency at Emory University in 2005. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology and Spanish from Rice University, and is board certified in General Surgery.Dr. Winger has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Prior to joining the surgical staff at Piedmont Fayette Hospital in 2005, Dr. Winger was a Chief Resident at Emory University Hospital. Dr. Winger specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery, including colon cancer and diverticulitis resections, gallbladder removal, appendectomy, and ventral hernia repair; thyroid and parathyroid surgery; and soft tissue operations.Dr. Winger has a special interest in blending modern minimally invasive techniques and imaging modalities, with classic technical skills learned while at Emory and honed over his many years of operating at Piedmont Fayette Hospital.In his spare time, Dr. Winger enjoys running and spending time with his family.Dr. Winger is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Winger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

James Stevens, MD, earned his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Atlanta Medical. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from University of Georgia and is board certified in General Surgery.Dr. Stevens has been practicing medicine for 9 years. Dr. Stevens specializes in General Surgery. Dr. Stevens has a special interest in providing individualized care to each of his patients and provides care in the scope of General Surgery.In his spare time, Dr. Stevens enjoys spending time with family, coaching youth sports and golfing.Dr. Stevens is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Stevens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

Nathaniel Hill, D.O. is board certified in general surgery. He received his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his internship and residency at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital where he was Chief Surgical Resident. Dr. Hill is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons.Dr. Hill has a special interest in minimally invasive procedures.In his spare time, Dr. Hill enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and physical training. Dr. Hill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, and Small Bowel Resection.

Walker Shearon, M.D., earned his medical degree from The Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from The University of Georgia.Dr. Shearon has been practicing medicine for five years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Shearon was completing residency training in general surgery.Dr Shearon has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery.In his spare time, Dr. Shearon enjoys spending time with his wife and dogs. He enjoys golf and UGA football.Dr. Shearon is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Shearon 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 Cholecystitis.

Nicole Sroka M.D. received her bachelor's degree in molecular biology from the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin. She then earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.She is a board-certified General Surgeon, specializing in Breast Surgery. Dr. Sroka is a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology, American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Breast Surgeons, and the Southeastern Surgical Society.Dr. Sroka has developed new oncoplastic techniques over her career to minimize scarring and improve cosmesis of the breast for both benign and malignant surgeries. She has developed new localizing techniques and specializes in minimally invasive procedures. She has experience with hidden scars and nipple sparing for small and large breast. She incorporates functional and alternative treatment throughout her process. She is dedicated to providing personalized breast cancer care and focuses on quality time versus quantity. Dr. Sroka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Galactocoele, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy.

Anthony Lawson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fayetteville, Georgia. Dr. Lawson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Lawson is currently accepting new patients.

Roger Carr is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fayetteville, Georgia. Dr. Carr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Xanthoma. Dr. Carr is currently accepting new patients.

Jonathan Lowman, M.D., earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania and his medical degree at Emory University Medical School. He completed his internal medicine residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida. Dr. Lowman is board certified in internal medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Lowman practiced in the metro Atlanta area for over 25 years. He was also an emergency room physician in the hospital setting. Dr. Lowman's special interests include diabetes care and the expansion of electronic health record utility in patient care.In his spare time, Dr. Lowman enjoys ASPCA activity and reading extensively in the fields of history and science. He also restores classic cars and has been involved in motor sports including racing in the 24 Hours of Daytona and the Petit Lemans in Atlanta. Dr. Lowman 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 Familial Hypertension.

Dr. Alena obtained his medical degree from the University of J.A. Komensky in Bratislava, Czechoslovakia. He completed his first residency and is board certified in ophthalmology in Czechoslovakia. Dr. Alena later moved to Canada where he taught medical students, conducted cancer research, and received his Ph.D. in Medical Sciences from the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. Dr. Alena then traveled to the United States where he completed his residency training and fellowship in family practice at the East Tennessee State University. Dr. Alena is board certified in family medicine with extensive experience in primary care and special interests in preventive and emergency medicine and ophthalmology. He is dedicated to helping patients lead a healthy life style. Dr. Alena lives in Peachtree City with his wife, Jane, and two children. In his free time, he enjoys nature photography, orienteering running, and art and music. Dr. Alena is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and the American Medical Association. He is available for appointments and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Alena is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms, Vitamin D Deficiency, Emphysema, and Eyelid Bump.

Terry Ham is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fayetteville, Georgia. Dr. Ham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Viral Pharyngitis, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis. Dr. Ham is currently accepting new patients.

Edward Hoffman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fayetteville, Georgia. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, Grass Allergy, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Dr. Hoffman is currently accepting new patients.

Bashar Alramahi is a General Surgeon in Riverdale, Georgia. Dr. Alramahi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Cholecystitis, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation.

Ahmad Nuriddin is a Surgical Oncologist and a Colorectal Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Nuriddin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Nuriddin is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Mallick completed her medical degree at the Northeast Ohio Medical University, where she graduated as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. She then completed her general surgery training at the University of Minnesota and after spending time at the University of Alabama-Birmingham focused on outcomes research, she completed an endocrine surgery fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. She has presented widely at several national surgical meetings as well as published book chapters and a number of peer-reviewed papers on topics in endocrine and minimally-invasive general surgery.Dr. Mallick specializes in surgery of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands, with interests in advanced thyroid cancer and minimally invasive parathyroid surgery, as well as renal hyperparathyroidism.Nevertheless, she still enjoys the full spectrum of general surgery procedures, including gallbladder disease, hernia repair, and management of diseases of the breast, small intestine, colon, skin, and soft tissue. She is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Mallick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Hyperparathyroidism, Gallstones, Parathyroidectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

Jose Fernandez is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.

David Vann, M.D. earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He completed his internal medicine residency at Emory University affiliated hospitals. Dr. Vann is board certified in internal medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Vann was in practice at the PAPP Clinic. His special interests include hypertension, diabetes and asthma.In his spare time, Dr. Vann enjoys spending time with his three boys going to the lake, fly fishing and running. Dr. Vann welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Vann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Brian Organ is a General Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Organ has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Parathyroidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Dr. Barrera earned her osteopathic medical degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She then completed a general internship at Broward General Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, and internal medicine residency at Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida and Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachuetts. She is board certified in internal medicine, and is a Certified Menopause Practitioner through the North American Menopause Society. Dr. Barrera has practiced in both hospital and outpatient settings. Her interests are primary care, preventive health, women's health, osteopathic manipulative treatment, end-of-life care, and helping patients achieve overall wellness throughout adult life. Dr. Barrera is fluent in Spanish. Dr. Barrera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Muscle Spasms, Opioid Induced Constipation, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

Dr. Woo is a surgeon specializing in the treatment of breast cancer and breast related diseases. She has joined the Piedmont Henry community.Dr. Woo brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in nipple and skin sparing mastectomy, along with oncoplastic breast conserving surgery. She is also interested in the management of patients with high risk for breast cancer. Her philosophy of care is that every patient she sees has unique medical issues and a distinct set of social needs that need to be addressed. She is honored to assist in helping patients go through this event in their lives.She previously worked with the Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group and was Assistant Medical Director for the Breast Cancer Services Program at Sutter Mills-Peninsula Medical Center.In her spare time, she enjoys spending her time with her husband and 2 children, fine drawing and other arts, and also enjoys the outdoors. Dr. Woo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Lipomatosis. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Giant Mammary Hamartoma.