Dr. Kakarala earned her bachelor's degree cum laude, from Washington University in Saint Louis, double majoring in biology and anthropology. She earned her medical degree from the University of South Florida where she graduated in the top third of her class. Dr. Kakarala completed her residency at Rush Presbyterian Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Kakarala was in practice at Melbourne Internal Medicine Associates in Florida where she earned the Member Satisfaction with Primary Care Physicians award two years in a row. This award is determined by patient satisfaction surveys and is given to the top ten percent of primary care physicians in the Health First network. She has done research on various projects at Washington University in Saint Louis, Missouri; Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland; University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, and the University of Vienna in Vienna, Austria. Dr. Kakarala believes that establishing personal relationships with her patients is important and enjoys the continuous learning opportunities that practicing modern medicine provides. In her spare time, Dr. Kakarala enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, cooking, yoga and tennis. Dr. Kakarala is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Kakarala is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

Tami Breton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Breton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1. Dr. Breton is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Ansari earned his bachelor's degree magma cum laude from the University of Guelph in Guelph Ontario, double majoring in Environmental Science and Microbiology. He earned his medical degree abroad from the University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine in the Netherland Antilles where he graduated in the top 5 percent of his class. Dr. Ansari completed his residency at Mercer University School of Medicine at Navicent Health in Macon Georgia. He served as chief resident and won awards for teaching and research into vaccine compliance.Before joining Piedmont, he worked both in a traditional primary care practice in Dayton, Ohio and in urgent care at American Family Care (AFC) in West Cobb. Dr. Ansari believes in understanding a person's humanity and how it relates to their health. He is passionate about preventative care and enjoys working with his patients to find common ground.In his spare time, he loves spending his time with his wife and two children, playing music, hiking, and is an avid gardener. Dr. Ansari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH).

Dr. Sunaina Jhurani completed her residency at Emory University where she earned the F16 Gold Provider Recognition for the Top 10% in Patient Satisfaction of all Emory Primary Care Providers. As a resident, she received awards from the Georgia Academy of Family Physicians for her research and execution of Primary Care Team Report Cards which fostered teamwork to provide excellent patient care. In addition, she served on the Board of Trustees of the Georgia Healthy Family Alliance providing education to elementary school children on the dangers of tobacco through the Tar Wars Program.She earned her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine. As a medical student, she volunteered at the Macon Volunteer Clinic where she provided preventive education and medical services to patients. Dr. Jhurani received her bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia where she graduated Magna Cum Laude in Biology and Psychology.Dr. Jhurani has a special interest in preventative medicine and the management of chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and obesity.In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. She is fluent in Hindi as well.Dr. Jhurani welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Jhurani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

Dr. Russell is board certified in family medicine and has been practicing medicine for two years. Prior to joining Piedmont, he was working in the urgent care setting and has now transitioned to primary care. Dr. Russell specializes in primary care and treats a broad range of patients in this field. He has a special interest in lifestyle medicine.In his spare time, Dr. Russell enjoys playing the piano and gardening.He is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Russell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Common Cold, and Cellulitis.

Philicia Andrews, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the Medical Association of Georgia. She has practiced medicine in Atlanta for over 20 years and currently serves as one of the Regional Medical Directors of Piedmont.Dr. Andrews earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Georgia and her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. She completed her residency at Georgia Baptist Medical Center in 1999, and received her Executive MBA from Kennesaw State University in 2003.Dr. Andrews has many interests in medicine. She is especially interested in preventative medicine, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and women's health. Dr. Andrews' philosophy on medicine is that a patient should feel comfortable with his or her physician and feel free to ask questions. She believes strongly in open communication between the patient and the physician.Dr. Andrews welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Andrews is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Dr. Breckwoldt earned his medical degree from New York Medical College, where he graduated with honors (top 9% of the class). He completed his residency at the United States Naval Hospital in San Diego, California and served six years of active duty in the United States Navy, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kentucky. He also holds a master's degree in anatomy from New York Medical College.Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Breckwoldt was in solo practice with Premier Internal Medicine. Dr. Breckwoldt has been practicing medicine for 25 years. He is board certified in internal medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians.Dr. Breckwoldt is married with one child. In his spare time, his hobby is radio controlled model airplanes. He was also a prior musician as a bass player in a band throughout high school and college.Dr. Breckwoldt welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Breckwoldt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

Robert West is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. West is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Cirrhosis. Dr. West is currently accepting new patients.

Breanna Joiner, MD, is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician. She earned her medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed her residency at John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County. Dr. Joiner holds her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Science from CUNY School of Medicine (formerly Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education).Dr. Joiner has been practicing medicine for three years. Prior to joining Piedmont, she served as a Family Medicine Physician with Northwell Health Physician Partners in New York.Her special interests include preventative wellness and women's health, with an emphasis on supporting healthy lifestyle choices, preventative screenings, and personalized care through every stage of life.In her spare time, Dr. Joiner enjoys gardening and plant care, traveling to experience new cultures, exploring different cuisines, watching movies, and spending quality time with family and friends.Dr. Joiner is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Joiner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

Anupama Ravikanth is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Ravikanth has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Paul Guichard is a Cardiologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Guichard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Dr. Griffith earned a bachelor of science in biology from The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. He received his medical degree and Ph.D. from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Griffith is board certified in internal medicine and has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Griffith was in private practice at Adult Medicine of Marietta. He is a member of the American Medical Association, Society for Innovative Medical Practice Design, American College of Physicians and the Cobb County Medical Society. Dr. Griffith is married and has two children. Dr. Griffith is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Griffith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

Barry Mangel is a Cardiologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Mangel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atrial Fibrillation.

Dr. Mills received his bachelor of arts in physics and French from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, and earned his medical degree from the Emory University School of Medicine. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Emory University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Mills is board certified in internal medicine and is a member of the Cobb County Medical Society. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Mills was in private practice at Adult Medicine of Marietta. He and his wife Carla have four children, Brigham, Emma, Joseph and Logan. When not working, Dr. Mills enjoys gardening and working on his historic home. Dr. Mills is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Mills is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Crohn's Disease, and Urinary Tract Infection in Children.

Jeffrey Tharp is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Tharp is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Tharp is currently accepting new patients.

Ryan Cantwell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Cantwell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Cantwell is currently accepting new patients.

Roderick Rhyant is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Rhyant is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Rhyant is currently accepting new patients.

Salvatore Mannino is a Cardiologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Mannino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Christine Morris is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Morris has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Oral Herpes.

Scott Mckee is a Cardiologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Mckee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Apoplexy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Atherectomy.