Juliana Vera Ortiz, M.D. is a board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist. She is an active member of the Pediatric Endocrine Society, the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Vera Ortiz has extensive experience in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of pediatric endocrine conditions, including diabetes mellitus, growth disorders and thyroid dysfunction. She is deeply committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to children facing a wide range of endocrine and metabolic disorders.In his spare time, Dr. Vera Ortiz enjoys traveling with her family.Dr. Vera Ortiz is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ortiz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Precocious Puberty.

Dr. Leopoldo Maldonado is board eligible in Pediatric Endocrinology and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Board of Pediatrics, and the Pediatric Endocrine Society. Prior to earning his medical degree, Dr. Maldonado earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus and his Master in Environmental Management from the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico and was the Sr. Manufacturing Engineer for Medtronic in Humacao, PR. Dr. Maldonado is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). His top areas of expertise are Acanthosis Nigricans, Type A Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

Autumn Davis, PA-C, has nearly 20 years of experience and sees pediatric patients new born to 17 years old for Pediatric Endocrinology. She specializes in providing pediatric care for young patients with chronic illnesses and is involved in all aspects of care management. Autumn obtained her Masters of Medical Science from Emory University. She is also certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, holds a license as a Georgia Physician Assistant and a Registered Nurse and is certified in basic life support.Autumn has been married to Brandon for 15 years and has two young sons. Ms. Davis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency.

Steven Leichter, M.D., is a nationally recognized, board certified endocrinologist and Fellow of the American College of Physicians and American College of Clinical Endocrinologists. Dr. Leichter has a special interest in treating metabolic diseases and osteoporosis. Other specialty areas include hormonal evaluations of orthostatic hypotension and tachycardia, metabolic evaluation of kidney stones and diagnostic challenges. He has published over 80 papers and continues to carry out clinical research.Dr. Leichter is married and has five children, nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren and one dog. Dr. Leichter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). His top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Zahirabbas Momin is a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Momin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). His top areas of expertise are Premature Ovarian Failure, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3. Dr. Momin is currently accepting new patients.

Quentin Van Meter is a Pediatrics provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Van Meter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). His top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Precocious Puberty. Dr. Van Meter is currently accepting new patients.

Laura Hayes is a Pediatric Radiologist in Johns Creek, Georgia. Dr. Hayes has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Sheehan Syndrome, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

Dr. Payne earned her medical degree from Mercer University and completed her residency at East Tennessee State University. She received her undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Berry College and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics.Dr. Payne has a special interest in children in the foster care system. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians at Thomas Crossroads Dr. Payne was with East Tennessee Status University Pediatrics.In her spare time, Dr. Payne enjoys spending time with her family of 3 young kids, baking and running. She also enjoys all things related to home renovation and design. Dr. Payne is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Payne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Delayed Growth, Jaundice, and Croup.

Dr. McWhirter is a native of Glen Burnie, Maryland and has been practicing in Columbus since 2001. She received her Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of Maryland and her Medical Doctorate from Emory University in Atlanta. She completed her residency at Emory University and served an extra year as Pediatric Chief Resident, Clinical Instructor.Dr. McWhirter is a Board Certified Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatrics and serves on the Pediatrics Faculty at Piedmont Midtown Medical Center and St. Francis Hospital. She is serving on the Hospital Authority Board and is a board member of the Piedmont Columbus Regional Health system. She has served as Chairperson of the Pediatric Department Executive Committee and also as Chief of the Medical Staff at Midtown Medical Center.She is a member of the American National and Georgia American Academy of Pediatrics and is the current district representative for the Georgia American Academy of Pediatrics.She has a daughter, Sophia and a son, Thomas. She is married to Thomas Brown and is a happy stepmom to Gavin and Lauren. She is a member of St. Anne Catholic Church. Dr. Mcwhirter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Scarlet Fever, and Croup.

Saranya Ravichandran, MD, earned her medical degree from Thanjavur Medical College and completed her residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.Dr. Ravichandran has been practicing medicine for 12 years. Before joining Piedmont, she was a General Pediatrician at the Lake County Health department.In her spare time, Dr. Ravichandran enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and traveling. Ravichandran is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ravichandran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Delayed Growth, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Sunken Fontanelles, and Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome.

Jamison Roberts, M.D. earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his pediatric residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Roberts is board certified in pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Dr. Roberts has been practicing in Newnan for over 20 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Roberts was in practice at the PAPP Clinic and Newnan Pediatrics. In his spare time, Dr. Roberts enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and attending church. Dr. Roberts welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). His top areas of expertise are Croup, Obesity in Children, Jaundice, and Herpangina.

Dawn Brown, MSN, FNP-C is a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with experience in Pediatric, Primary and Acute Care, Peri-operative Patient Care, Hospice Home Assessment and Evaluation. Dawn is Proficient in the assessment and management of acute and chronic health conditions. She is a self-directed professional with superior skills in prioritization, problem solving, communication, supervision and management and has DEA, NPI and CRME certifications.Dawn received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Columbus State University, in Columbus, GA and afterwards earned her Masters of Science in Nursing Leadership and Masters of Science in Family Nurse Practitioner also from CSU.In her spare time, Dawn enjoys traveling, playing with her dogs and spending time with her family. Ms. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Vascular Birthmark.

Brittany Cheeks, M.D. earned her medical degree from the Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, D.C. She completed her pediatric residency at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Women in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Cheeks is board certified in pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Cheeks was in practice at the PAPP Clinic. In her spare time, Dr. Cheeks enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her family. Dr. Cheeks welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Cheeks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Croup, Delayed Growth, and Umbilical Hernia.

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

Dr. Oliver is a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and has been practicing in Columbus since July 2000. He received his Bachelor of Art/Pre-Med from the University of Notre Dame and his Medical Doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Oliver completed his residency at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is a Board Certified Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatrics, serves on the Pediatrics Faculty at Piedmont Columbus Regional, and is an affiliate member of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.Dr. Oliver is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Pediatrics (Georgia Chapter), the Medical Association of Georgia, and the Muscogee County Medical Society.His hobbies include golf, chess, and spending time with his family. Dr. Oliver has four sons: Charlie, Matthew, Nicholas, and Benjamin. Dr. Oliver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Scarlet Fever, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

Eduardo Montana is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Marietta,, Georgia. Dr. Montana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). His top areas of expertise are Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency, and Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency.

Lezlie Biles is a Pediatrics provider in Jackson, Georgia. Dr. Biles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Stork Bite, Vascular Birthmark, Obesity in Children, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Biles is currently accepting new patients.

Jennifer Shu is a Pediatrics provider in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Shu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Obesity in Children, Pertussis, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Shu is currently accepting new patients.

Allison Thompson is a Radiologist in Savannah, Georgia. Dr. Thompson has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Interstitial Lung Disease, Cholesterol Pneumonia, Pleurisy, and Ascites.

Maria Batlle is a Pediatrics provider in Duluth, Georgia. Dr. Batlle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Short Stature (FSS). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Delayed Growth, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Diarrhea. Dr. Batlle is currently accepting new patients.