Zahidul I. Chowdhury, MD., earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in 2013. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the Medical Center at Columbus Regional Health in 2016. He received his undergraduate degree in Molecular and Microbiology from the University of Central Florida. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Chowdhury was in practice at Family Practice Center in Columbus, Georgia for three years. Dr. Chowdhury is board certified in Family Medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. His medical interests include caring for seniors and the management of chronic diseases like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, etc. Dr. Chowdhury welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans, including Medicare. In his spare time, Dr. Chowdhury enjoys spending time with his family. Dr. Chowdhury is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Sinusitis.

Michael Park, D.O., graduated with a bachelor's degree from University of California, Los Angeles, and his Master of Medical Sciences from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Park completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Coney Island Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, where he served as Chief Resident. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association. In his spare time, Dr. Park enjoys traveling, going to the movies, and following team sports. Dr. Park welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Park is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

Puja Mehta, MD, earned her medical degree from the American University of Antigua, and completed her residency at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center in Marietta, GA. She received her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from KMC International Center and is board certified in Family Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Mehta was a resident physician at Kennestone Hospital. Prior to residency, she was working in Endocrine research at the Jesse Brown VA in Chicago, IL. Dr. Mehta has a special interest in women's health, preventive medicine, and integrative medicine with a holistic approach to complement traditional western medicine.In her spare time, Dr. Mehta enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys painting and art, traveling, Harry Potter, hiking, exploring restaurants, and living with a positive approach.Dr. Mehta is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Obesity, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

George Lyon is an Infectious Disease provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lyon has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

William Blake is an Infectious Disease provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Blake has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

Aneesh Mehta is an Infectious Disease provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Mehta has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Ebola Virus Disease, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Viral Hemorrhagic Fever, and Vitrectomy.

Christine Zurawski is an Infectious Disease provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Zurawski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex. Dr. Zurawski is currently accepting new patients.

Zoheb Sulaiman is an Infectious Disease provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Sulaiman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Infective Endocarditis, Endocarditis, Osteomyelitis, and Lemierre Syndrome. Dr. Sulaiman is currently accepting new patients.

Jemese Richards-Boyd, M.D., earned her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. She then completed a family medicine residency at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Boyd was awarded the Global Health Education Scholarship for international rotation in Trujillo, Peru. She is a member of the Georgia Academy of Family Practice and the American Academy of Family Practice.In her spare time, Dr. Boyd enjoys traveling with her family. Dr. Richards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Folate Deficiency.

Bich Ngoc Nguyen, M.D. received her medical degree from the University of South Carolina School Of Medicine after receiving her bachelor of science in biological sciences where she graduated cum laude. She then completed her residency in family medicine at Halifax Medical Center in Daytona Beach, Florida where she served as the residency recruitment chair and was a member of the Quality Improvement committee. Dr. Nguyen is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.Dr. Nguyen specializes in broad-spectrum family medicine and sees patients of all ages. She has a particular interest in preventative care and women's health. Dr. Nguyen offers a variety of in- office procedures, including cryotherapy, skin biopsies, joint injections and various gynecologic procedures. She is fluent in English and Vietnamese.In her spare time, Dr. Nguyen enjoys cooking, traveling and spending quality time with her husband and family.Dr. Nguyen welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Tissue Biopsy.

Dr. Haq is a graduate of the Emory University School of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Emory University affiliated hospitals. Dr. Haq is a member of the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians and is a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners. He is board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Haq takes an individualized approach to medicine and recognizes that each patient's needs are different.He ensures he builds relationships with patients in order to better help them manage their health. Dr. Haq is interested in Preventive Care and tries to help his patients live healthy productive lives. Dr. Haq is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Joye K. Lowman MD, MPH, FACOG, FPMRS, earned her medical degree from The University of Pennsylvania, her masters degree from Columbia University and completed her residency at Abington Memorial Hospital. She completed her fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS) at Indiana University, the first accredited program in the country and one of the top training programs in the country. She received her undergraduate degree in Biology from Spelman College and is dual board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. In 2000, she also completed her Masters in Public Health at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health.Dr. Lowman has been practicing medicine for 18 years. She is the only African American graduate of the esteemed Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship program at Indiana University Purdue Institute. Dr. Lowman has won awards for outstanding research in the field of Urogynecology and presented her research nationally and in South Africa. She moved back to Atlanta to start the Urogynecology department for Kaiser Permanente in 2008 and lead that department for 10 years.In her spare time, Dr. Lowman enjoys spending time with her family and her Labrador retriever. She enjoys traveling, the outdoors, reading and community service. Dr. Lowman is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Lowman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Frequent or Urgent Urination, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Uterine Prolapse, and Vulvovaginitis.

Laura Gandy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Gandy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Kelly Lumpkins is an Infectious Disease provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lumpkins has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome. Dr. Lumpkins is currently accepting new patients.

"Brett Jordan Prylinski, D.O., received his bachelor's degree from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa and medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, FL. He then completed his residency in family medicine at the University of South Alabama in Mobile and is board certified in Family Practice. Dr. Prylinski has completed training in aerospace medicine through the US Air Force where he specializes in the care of F-16 Fighter Pilots. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and the ""Red Tails"" of the Alabama Air National Guard's 100th Fighter Squadron. Dr. Prylinski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Sinusitis.

Stephanie Pouch is an Infectious Disease provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Pouch has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections, Cryptococcosis, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Pratik Thaker, M.D., received his doctorate in Medicine from the American University of Antigua School of Medicine Antigua, after receiving his bachelor of science degree from Emory University, majoring in Biology, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He then completed his residency in Family Medicine at Piedmont Columbus Regional. Dr. Thaker is a member of the American College of Physicians, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin and the Georgia Association of Physicians of Indian Origin.Dr. Thaker specializes in Family Medicine and provides services and treatment for patients' ages 18 and up. Dr Thaker has a special interest in preventative medicine and aspires to offer a comprehensive approach to wellness and better lifestyle.In his spare time, Dr. Thaker enjoys hiking, playing tennis, watching NFL, and spending time with his family and friends.Dr. Thaker welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Thaker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Kikuchi Disease, Cellulitis, Lymphadenitis, and Sinusitis.

Lillian Schapiro is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Schapiro is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Dryness, Vaginal Cysts, Menorrhagia, Vulvovaginitis, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Schapiro is currently accepting new patients.

Jesus Vazquez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Vazquez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Vazquez is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Lide earned his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia, and served as chief resident during his last year. He is board certified in internal medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Lide was in private practice at Peachtree Internal Medicine in Atlanta. He has been practicing medicine since 1987. Currently, he serves as a team physician for the Atlanta Braves. Born in El Paso, Texas, Dr. Lide grew up in Atlanta and attended The Wesminster Schools. He and his wife Connie have two daughters, Carly and Caroline. When not working, Dr. Lide enjoys all sports and bike riding. Dr. Lide is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Lide is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Tracheitis, and Vertigo.