Frank Young is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Young is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Young 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Vazquez is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Hurley earned her medical degree and completed her residency in family medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Hurley believes in focusing on preventive health that emphasizes good nutrition, exercise and a healthy lifestyle. Her special interests include women's health (including birth control, PAP smears and menopausal issues), sports medicine, depression and anxiety. Dr. Hurley sees patients from age 14 to 65. She is board certified in family medicine and is a member of the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Hurley also has a master's degree in business administration from Johns Hopkins University. Prior to practicing medicine, she held several management positions, lastly as a director at MCI Telecommunications. She is married with two children and enjoys running, Pilates, cooking and watching most any sport. Dr. Hurley is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Visit our practice website for more information. Dr. Hurley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypopituitarism, Vitamin D Deficiency, Alopecia Areata, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.

Dharmeshkumar Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lithonia, Georgia. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Jinahn Kim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Suwanee, Georgia. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Obesity, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and COVID-19.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Sinusitis.

Kandra Watson, M.D., is board certified in family medicine and practicing urgent care. She has called Columbus home since 2010. She previously practiced medicine at Martin Army Community Hospital on Fort Benning and at My Care Urgent Care in South Columbus. Dr. Watson completed her residency at the Medical College of Georgia in 2001. She earned her medical doctorate at Medical University of South Carolina in 1997. She received her B.S. in Biology from Paine College in Augusta in 1993.Dr. Watson is married and has three children. Her hobbies include gardening and spending time with her family. Dr. Watson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and COVID-19.

Wesley Hoke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Hoke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Dr. Hoke is currently accepting new patients.

Jun Ro is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Johns Creek, Georgia. Dr. Ro has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Familial Hypertension.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Kikuchi Disease, Cellulitis, Lymphadenitis, and Sinusitis.

Dr. Wang specializes in Internal Medicine. He treats conditions such as COPD, Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension and a variety of other chronic conditions. Services offered include wellness, routine follow ups, work and school exams, and same day visits for acute problems. He has been in practice for 26 years.In his spare time, Dr. Wang enjoys traveling and gardening. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Nipun Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Patel has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Macroamylasemia, and Oral Herpes.

Naima Cheema is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Roswell, Georgia. Dr. Cheema is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Hypothyroidism, and Vulvovaginitis. Dr. Cheema is currently accepting new patients.

"Dr. Perry earned his medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston Salem, North Carolina and received the Robert P. Vidinghoff Memorial Award for his aptitude and devotion to family medicine. He completed his residency in family practice at Emory University, where he served as chief resident. He is board-certified in family medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Perry practiced at Eagle's Landing Family Practice in Stockbridge, Georgia. He serves as an adjunct professor of family medicine at Emory School of Medicine. While he has many interests in medicine, Dr. Perry takes a special interest in behavioral medicine, preventative care, and small surgical procedures. His philosophy on medicine is based on a quote he heard in medical school: ""cure sometimes, comfort often, and care always"". In his spare time, Dr. Perry enjoys playing the piano, traveling, reading, going to the theater and spending time with his significant other and two Maine coon cats Dr. Perry is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.". Dr. Perry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Oral Herpes, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Nicholas Pietrzak is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Pietrzak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Pietrzak is currently accepting new patients.

Doctor Shukri George Makhlouf is trained in the Specialty of Internal Medicine Primary Care and is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He proudly serves not only as an Internal Medicine Physician but also as a Family Practice and Primary Care Doctor.He completed his Internal Medicine training at St. Mary’s Hospital – Affiliated hospital to Yale University School of Medicine. His internship and first year of residency were completed at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Doctor Makhlouf is a member of the renowned American College of Physicians and American Academy of Family Practice Physicians. Hospital Affiliations are Gwinnet Medical Center in Duluth and Lawrenceville, Emory Johns Creek and Northside Forsyth in Cummings and Atlanta. Dr. George is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Enlarged Liver.

Natalia Pineda is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dunwoody, Georgia. Dr. Pineda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

Ellen Ferguson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Ferguson has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Ovarian Failure, Vitamin D Deficiency, Macroamylasemia, and Infertility.

Patrick Voswinkel is a primary care provider, practicing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Voswinkel has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gingivostomatitis. His top areas of expertise are Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder, Insomnia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.