L. Thomas Winger, IV, MD, FACS earned his medical degree from University of Texas at Houston, and completed his residency at Emory University in 2005. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology and Spanish from Rice University, and is board certified in General Surgery.Dr. Winger has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Prior to joining the surgical staff at Piedmont Fayette Hospital in 2005, Dr. Winger was a Chief Resident at Emory University Hospital. Dr. Winger specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery, including colon cancer and diverticulitis resections, gallbladder removal, appendectomy, and ventral hernia repair; thyroid and parathyroid surgery; and soft tissue operations.Dr. Winger has a special interest in blending modern minimally invasive techniques and imaging modalities, with classic technical skills learned while at Emory and honed over his many years of operating at Piedmont Fayette Hospital.In his spare time, Dr. Winger enjoys running and spending time with his family.Dr. Winger is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Winger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

Dr. Franklin joined the medical staff at Piedmont Fayette Hospital in January 2011. He was previously in private practice in Gadsden, Alabama for over five years. He is board certified in general surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.His practice includes the full range of General Surgery - hernia, colon resection, gallbladder surgery, and other diseases of the intestines and abdominal organs. He also does surgery on the thyroid, parathyroids, and skin. He has had a distinguished career in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. While in Alabama, he was the first surgeon in the state to complete a gallbladder removal with the da Vinci robot. After moving back to Georgia, he is the first surgeon in the Piedmont health system to complete gallbladder removal with the da Vinci robot, and also the first ever utilizing a single incision in the umbilicus. He is one of a very few surgeons in the US utilizing this technique. He has been involved in laparoscopic surgery for 20 years and over 12 years robotically.He has published and given numerous presentations to include topics of advanced laparoscopic procedures, cellular behavior of cancers, trauma, multiple sclerosis, and intravascular ultrasound. He has most recently served as chairman of the department Surgery at Piedmont Fayette. He now serves on the medical executive committee and utilization review committee. He also is involved in research projects in the US and internationally.Dr. Franklin believes that to plan the best possible operation, the surgeon must understand and listen to the patient. He can then plan and educate the patient in regards to their forward progress. He understands that operations are not without risk, and the patient must understand those risks along with its benefits, and the alternatives to treatment. Dr. Franklin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

Mitzie-Ann Davis, M.D. earned her undergraduate degree from Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania and her medical degree from the Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia and then went on to receive her Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Davis completed fellowship training in gynecologic oncology at the University of California San Diego. Dr. Davis is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and is a member of the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists, American Medical Association and the Sigma Xi Research Society. She is fluent in Spanish and in her spare time, enjoys cooking and traveling. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Lump in the Abdomen, Endometrial Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, and Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma.

James Stevens, MD, earned his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Atlanta Medical. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from University of Georgia and is board certified in General Surgery.Dr. Stevens has been practicing medicine for 9 years. Dr. Stevens specializes in General Surgery. Dr. Stevens has a special interest in providing individualized care to each of his patients and provides care in the scope of General Surgery.In his spare time, Dr. Stevens enjoys spending time with family, coaching youth sports and golfing.Dr. Stevens is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Stevens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

Damien Hansra, M.D., earned his medical degree from University of Miami and completed his residency and fellowship at University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital. He is board certified in Hematology, Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine. He has been practicing medicine for over 13 years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Hansra was at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America. He specializes in Hematology and Medical Oncology and has a special interest in Wellness and Obesity.Read his article in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution,Are you at risk for breast cancer? Risk factors, screenings, symptoms and treatments to know.In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with family, exercising (running, biking, walking dogs), cooking, travel.Dr. Hansra is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Hansra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Breast Cancer, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Angiosarcoma.

Orthopaedic Surgery / Hand and Upper Extremity Virginia M. Jones, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Jones is fellowship trained in hand and upper extremity surgery. Her practice includes general orthopaedics and sports medicine with specialty training in surgery of the hand and upper extremities. Areas of Expertise Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Sports Medicine Board Certification American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Education Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburg, PA, 2013, Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship Residency: Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA, 2012, Orthopaedic Surgery Internship Internship: Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA, 2008, General Surgery Internship Medical Degree: Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, 2007, Doctor of Medicine Undergraduate Degree: Davidson College, Davidson, NC, 2001, Bachelor of Science, Biology, Concentration in Medical Humanities Professional Memberships American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery American Society for Surgery of the Hand American College of Surgeons Association of Women Surgeons Society of Microsurgical Specialists Georgia Orthopaedic Society Community Involvement Dr. Jones is active in the community educating in the area of hand and upper extremities, including the dangers of carpal tunnel. She is an active contributor to the Piedmont Healthcare Living Better blog site (see Related Stories on this page). Publications Jones VM, Morse A, Andoga AM, Baratz ME. Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Elbow. Operative Techniques in Orthopaedics 23: 224-231. Insurance Plans Accepted Aetna, BCBS, Champus Tricare, Cigna, Coventry, Humana, Medicare, United Healthcare and many others. Please contact physician office for additional plans covered. Hospital Affiliation Piedmont Henry Hospital Piedmont Fayette Hospital Piedmont Newnan Hospital. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Tobias von Bergen, MD is a board certified orthopedic surgeon, fellowship trained in hand and upper extremity surgery. Dr. von Bergen's practice includes wrist, elbow, and shoulder arthroscopy and reconstruction, comprehensive care of adult and pediatric upper extremity injuries and ailments, fracture care, as well as work injuries. He has a special interest in advanced care for lost limbs, including targeted muscle reinnervation, regenerative peripheral nerve surgery and neuroma management. Dr. Von Bergen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, and Nerve Decompression.

Dr. Woo is a surgeon specializing in the treatment of breast cancer and breast related diseases. She has joined the Piedmont Henry community.Dr. Woo brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in nipple and skin sparing mastectomy, along with oncoplastic breast conserving surgery. She is also interested in the management of patients with high risk for breast cancer. Her philosophy of care is that every patient she sees has unique medical issues and a distinct set of social needs that need to be addressed. She is honored to assist in helping patients go through this event in their lives.She previously worked with the Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group and was Assistant Medical Director for the Breast Cancer Services Program at Sutter Mills-Peninsula Medical Center.In her spare time, she enjoys spending her time with her husband and 2 children, fine drawing and other arts, and also enjoys the outdoors. Dr. Woo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Giant Mammary Hamartoma.

Brian Myers is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Myers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Myers is currently accepting new patients.

Jose Fernandez is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.

Ruth Sarmiento is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Sarmiento is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Sarmiento is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Crellin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon fellowship-trained in sports medicine and advanced arthroscopy. He specializes in the treatment of complex sports- and work-related injuries of the shoulder, knee, elbow, hip, ankle, hand, and foot, with particular expertise in cartilage restoration procedures and novel orthobiologic therapies. While highly skilled in surgery, Dr. Crellin emphasizes nonoperative management as a first-line approach whenever possible.His passion for orthopedics began in high school after sustaining a soccer injury and being inspired by the skill and compassion of his treating surgeon. Dr. Crellin earned his Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine with honors from Marietta College, where he also obtained his Athletic Trainer's License. He completed medical school at Ohio University, residency at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and fellowship training in Sports Medicine/Advanced Arthroscopy at the University of Pennsylvania.Dr. Crellin has been in practice for more than 20 years in the greater Cincinnati area, where he built a large and respected practice known for both his surgical expertise and his strong patient-physician relationships. He is a Fellow of the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics, holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Sports Medicine, and has served as a national board examiner and question writer for orthopedic and sports subspecialty boards. Dr. Crellin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemangiopericytoma. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Frozen Shoulder, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.