Jacob Blatt is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Blatt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Blatt is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Olubi specializes in clinical cardiology. A graduate of Saba University School of Medicine in the Nertherlands Antilles, she completed her residency at Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, where she was chief resident and received the Outstanding Senior Resident Award. Following her residency, Dr. Olubi completed a fellowship in cardiology at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois, where she was chief fellow. She holds a Masters in Healthcare Delivery Science from Dartmouth College. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and its subspecialty Board of Cardiovascular Disease. She is also board certified in Echocardiography, Nuclear cardiology and Vascular medicine. A member of the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association, Dr. Olubi has a particular interest in women's health. When she is not working, she enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her husband, daughter and two sons. Dr. Olubi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Garry McCulloch, M.D., received his medical degree from St. Matthews University School of Medicine Grand Cayman. He completed his internal medicine residency and cardiovascular disease fellowship at the University of Florida College of Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida.Dr. McCulloch is board certified in cardiology, internal medicine, and echocardiography. He is also a member of the American College of Physicians and the American College of Cardiology. He has a special interest in exploring innovative and effective treatments for coronary artery disease and heart failure. He also enjoys educating his patients on preventative care and treatment options in an effort to empower them and their families concerning their own health outcomes.In his spare time, Dr. McCulloch enjoys spending time with his family, learning about different cultures and cuisines, traveling and meeting new people. Health and fitness is always a priority for Dr. McCulloch who hopes to set a positive example for his patients. Dr. Mcculloch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Fibrillation, Pulmonary Edema, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Dr. Sangha specializes in clinical cardiology, heart failure and cardiac rehabilitation. A graduate of the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, he earned his undergraduate degree at the University of California at Irvine, where he majored in biology and philosophy. Dr. Sangha completed his internship and residency in both internal medicine and physical medicine / rehabilitation at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. He completed a cardiology fellowship and a fellowship in heart failure and heart transplant at Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Sangha is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and its subspecialty board of cardiovascular disease. Dr. Sangha is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Dr. Kuruvilla earned his medical degree from Christian Medical College and Hospital, Vellore India and completed his residency at Medstar Health/Good Samaritan Hospital, Baltimore. He completed a post-doctoral research fellowship in hypertension and behavioral cardiology at Columbia University Medical Center, New York and did his cardiology training at State University of New York (SUNY) Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. He then finished his advanced cardiac imaging training at University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville.Dr. Kuruvilla has been practicing medicine for 11 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Heart, Dr. Kuruvilla was Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia and Director of Advanced Cardiac Imaging at the VA Medical Center at Philadelphia. He holds board certifications with the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, Society of Cardiac Magnetic Resonance and Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography. His clinical and research interests are in the field of hypertension, heart failure with preserved ejection fraction and cardiovascular magnetic resonance perfusion imaging.In his spare time, Dr. Kuruvilla enjoys spending time with his family, reading books, watching documentaries and playing tennis. Dr. Kuruvilla is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Kuruvilla is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Endocarditis.

Winston Hong, MD is a non-invasive cardiologist. He earned his undergraduate in mechanical engineering from Boston University. Before pursuing medicine, he worked as an engineer to support research for the International Space Station Life Support System. He was profoundly inspired to become a physician and a cardiologist through seeing his grandparents navigate the healthcare system. Dr. Hong earned his medical degree from The University of Alabama at Birmingham.In his spare time, he enjoys exploring historic sites in Georgia.Dr. Hong welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Hong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Heart Failure.

Joel Isom is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Isom has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

Brian Howard is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Howard is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Howard is currently accepting new patients.

George Deriso is a Cardiologist in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Deriso is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Long QT Syndrome 5, Long QT Syndrome 2, Long QT Syndrome 3, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Bruce Alayof is a Cardiologist in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Alayof is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS), Long QT Syndrome 5, Timothy Syndrome, Long QT Syndrome 1, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Micah Tepper is a Cardiologist in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Tepper is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Tamika Thompson is a Nurse Practitioner in Atlanta, Georgia. Ms. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top area of expertise is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Dr. Smith earned his medical degree, with high honors, from the University of Tennessee in Memphis, TN. He completed an internal medicine internship and residency and was a clinical fellow in cardiology at the University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals. Subsequently, he completed a fellowship in cardiac electrophysiology and pacing at Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals of Cleveland. He completed his undergraduate education at Freed-Hardeman College in Henderson, TN, and obtained a Master of Science degree in Microbiology while concurrently enrolled at UTCHS. Dr. Smith served as an assistant professor of cardiovascular medicine. He was the director of clinical electrophysiology laboratory at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in cardiovascular disease and clinical cardiac electrophysiology and by the North America Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology. Dr. Smith is an affiliate member of the American College of Physicians and is a member of the American Medical Association and the Heart Rhythm Society. He is fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Smith currently practices at Piedmont Heart Institute Physicians, Buckhead campus. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Cardiomyopathy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Melvin Echols is a Cardiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Echols is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Hypertension.

Shannon D Nelson is an Internal Medicine provider in Lithia Springs, Georgia. Dr. D Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Samer Blackmon, MD is co-owner of Acorn to Oak Health (ATO), a membership-based Internal Medicine and Pediatric practice. ATO is a proud member of the Piedmont Clinic. Dr. Blackmon is a graduate of the Honors Program in Medicine from the University of Miami. She completed her residency at Emory Univesity. Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Dr. Blackmon specializes in caring for medically complex adults, with expertise and love for geriatrics. Prior to ATO, she worked in both Primary Care and Academic settings.With over 20 years of experience and a passion for relationship-driven medicine, Dr. Blackmon strives to deliver care that goes beyond treating symptoms. She believes in the power of preventive health, focusing on your total well-being including fitness, nutrition, and cognitive/emotional health.Outside of work, Dr. Blackmon enjoys spending time with her husband and two young sons; gardening, traveling, and reading. She values community connections and enjoys engaging with friends and neighbors.Dr. Blackmon is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans, medicaid is not accepted at this time. Dr. Blackmon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Niels Engberding is a Cardiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Engberding is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Coronary Heart Disease, and Heart Failure. Dr. Engberding is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Egbe graduated from the College of Medicine at the University of Lagos in Nigeria. He then completed a residency in preventative medicine and earned a master's degree from Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Egbe then attended the College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University to complete his internship and residency in internal medicine, as well as his fellowship in cardiology. Dr. Egbe is a member of the Atlanta Medical Association and a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. He is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Egbe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Dr. Ajay Kaja, MD, earned his medical degree from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Creighton University Medical Center. He finished his cardiology fellowship at Kansas University Medical Center and is board certified in cardiology, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiac CT/MRI and peripheral vascular imaging. Dr. Kaja has been practicing medicine for 4 years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Kaja was working at Cedar valley Medical Specialists in Waterloo, Iowa. He specializes in cardiology, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiac CT/MRI and peripheral vascular imaging. Dr. Kaja has a special interest in management of valvular heart disease, coronary artery disease and heart failure.In his spare time, Dr. Kaja Name enjoys spending time with family. He enjoys exploring new places and different cultures.Dr. Kaja is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Kaja is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

Joshua Donis, M.D. earned his medical degree from SUNY Stony Brook and completed both his residency and cardiovascular disease fellowship at New York Presbyterian in Columbia. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease.In his spare time, Dr. Donis enjoys traveling, mountain biking, and spending time with his family and grandchildren.Dr. Donis is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Donis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.