Dr. Desai completedschool at Michigan State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his training in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Dr. Desai is trained and qualified in a wide array of cardiac fields. In addition to board certification in Internal Medicine and Cardiology, he is certified by the National Board of Echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound), the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology (radioisotope imaging) and the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (cardiac pacing and cardioversion defibrillation). He is trained in Cardiovascular CT angiography and is skilled in a variety of diagnostic procedures including heart catheterization, pacemaker and defibrillator implantation, and transesophageal echocardiography.He is the Medical Director for the western region of Piedmont Heart Institute, and is also the Medical Director of Piedmont Heart Institute Imaging Labs- Echocardiography. Although his primary focus is on cardiology, Dr. Desai's training and practice is based on a philosophy of holistic medicine - caring for patients as a whole rather than disease entities. He is based out of the PHI-Austell office in Austell, GA. Dr. Desai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Philicia Andrews, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the Medical Association of Georgia. She has practiced medicine in Atlanta for over 20 years and currently serves as one of the Regional Medical Directors of Piedmont.Dr. Andrews earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Georgia and her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. She completed her residency at Georgia Baptist Medical Center in 1999, and received her Executive MBA from Kennesaw State University in 2003.Dr. Andrews has many interests in medicine. She is especially interested in preventative medicine, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and women's health. Dr. Andrews' philosophy on medicine is that a patient should feel comfortable with his or her physician and feel free to ask questions. She believes strongly in open communication between the patient and the physician.Dr. Andrews welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Andrews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Dr. Breckwoldt earned his medical degree from New York Medical College, where he graduated with honors (top 9% of the class). He completed his residency at the United States Naval Hospital in San Diego, California and served six years of active duty in the United States Navy, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kentucky. He also holds a master's degree in anatomy from New York Medical College.Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Breckwoldt was in solo practice with Premier Internal Medicine. Dr. Breckwoldt has been practicing medicine for 25 years. He is board certified in internal medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians.Dr. Breckwoldt is married with one child. In his spare time, his hobby is radio controlled model airplanes. He was also a prior musician as a bass player in a band throughout high school and college.Dr. Breckwoldt welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Breckwoldt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

Bruce Alayof is a Cardiologist in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Alayof is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS), Long QT Syndrome 5, Timothy Syndrome, Long QT Syndrome 1, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Adam Lourie is a Cardiologist in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Lourie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Pacemaker Implantation.

Julian Isakow is a Cardiologist in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Isakow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

George Deriso is a Cardiologist in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Deriso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Long QT Syndrome 5, Long QT Syndrome 2, Long QT Syndrome 3, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Alfonso Rea is a Cardiologist in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Rea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema.

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

Karina Belinfante is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Georgia. Dr. Belinfante has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

Joseph Khouri is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Georgia. Dr. Khouri has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Arash Harzand is a Vascular Surgeon in Smyrna, Georgia. Dr. Harzand has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Idiopathic Edema, Carotid Artery Disease, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Orvenie Bernardin, M.D., earned her medical degree from New York Medical College and completed her residency at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida. She received her undergraduate degree in Biology and Spanish, with a minor in Math from Wofford College in Spartanburg, South Carolina. She is board certified physician and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Bernardin specializes in Family Medicine and has interest in preventive medicine, health equity and women's health. Her passion is to serve my community through outreach, education, and community service.In her spare time, Dr. Bernardin enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her nephew, a German shepherd mix named Wolfe. She enjoys working out, exploring the city, and cooking new dishes.Dr. Bernardin is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Bernardin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

David Moise, M.D., received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Oakwood University, earned his medical degree from the University of Connecticut, and ultimately completed his residency in Family Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta. He is a board-certified physician in Georgia and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Moise specializes in Family Medicine and specializes in maintaining healthy patients, optimizing the care of chronic conditions, and minor office-based procedures.In his spare time, Dr. Moise enjoys spending time with his family and discovering new restaurants. He enjoys playing tennis and snowboarding.Dr. Moise is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Moise is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

Robert Kuo, D.O., earned his medical degree from CCOM and completed his residency at The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education. He received his undergraduate degree in 2008 from The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is board certified in Family Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont, he was working with HealthSource of Ohio. He specializes in Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, and Diabetes.In his spare time, Dr. Kuo enjoys spending time with his wife, Elizabeth, and daughter Abigal. He enjoys board games, biking, and puzzles.Dr. Kuo is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Kuo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Barry Mangel is a Cardiologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Mangel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atrial Fibrillation.

Jose Figueroa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Figueroa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Lung Nodules, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Figueroa is currently accepting new patients.

Arun Chervu is a Vascular Surgeon in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Chervu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, Arterial Embolism, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Chervu is currently accepting new patients.

Ellis Malone is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Malone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Malone is currently accepting new patients.

Edward Vollrath is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Vollrath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Vollrath is currently accepting new patients.