Jayaraman Venkatesan is an Interventional Cardiologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Venkatesan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Dr. Venkatesan is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Linton earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Fla. She earned her medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta where she graduated cum laude and a member of the medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha. She then completed her residency in internal medicine at the Duke University Medical Center in Durham, N.C., and a cardiology fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta. Dr. Linton is also board-certified in general cardiology, nuclear cardiology and internal medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Heart of Dallas, Dr. Linton served as a critical care physician with WellStar Windy Hill Hospital and the Wesley Woods Geriatric Hospital. She has training in invasive diagnostic procedures including left and right heart catheterization and transesophageal echocardiography. She is also skilled in a variety of cardiac imaging modalities including transthoracic echocardiography, cardiac CT angiography and vascular and nuclear imaging. Dr. Linton has been involved with several cardiology research projects and is a member of the American College of Cardiology, Association of Black Cardiologists and the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology. She has an interest in preventative cardiology and women's health. She is actively involved in community outreach through mentoring, health screenings and heart health talks. In her spare time, she enjoys tennis, running, yoga, reading and traveling. Dr. Linton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Attack.

Kathryn Swanson, MD, RPVI was born and raised in Chicago, IL. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Swanson completed an Integrated Vascular Surgery residency at Louisiana State University Health Science Center in New Orleans, LA.Dr. Swanson specializes in vascular surgery and provides care for a broad range of vascular surgery pathology with both open and endovascular treatment approaches. She provides treatment for aortic disease, carotid artery disease, peripheral arterial disease, dialysis access, and superficial and deep venous disease. Dr. Swanson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. Her top areas of expertise are Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Peripheral Artery Disease, and Arterial Insufficiency.

Subba Vanga is an Interventional Cardiologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Vanga is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Degos Disease, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Vanga is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Whitworth earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He then completed his general surgery residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Ga. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and a member of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Whitworth has over 30 years of experience in general surgery. With a focus on minimizing pain and risk associated with surgery, he is adept at breast cancer, thyroid and parathyroid surgeries, as well as laparoscopic procedures involving the intestines, stomach and colon. Dr. Whitworth is highly skilled in diagnosing and treating breast cancer with stereotactic breast biopsy, sentinel node biopsy, lumpectomy and mastectomy. His other specialty areas include the gallbladder, appendix and hernias. Dr. Whitworth and his wife Kathy have five children and four grandchildren. He enjoys ballroom dancing, singing in the Covington-Conyers Choral Guild, hiking, snow skiing and scuba diving. Dr. Whitworth welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans.edical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He then completed his general surgery residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Ga. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and a member of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Whitworth has over 30 years of experience in general surgery. With a focus on minimizing pain and risk associated with surgery, he is adept at breast cancer, thyroid and parathyroid surgeries, as well as laparoscopic procedures involving the intestines, stomach and colon. Dr. Whitworth is highly skilled in diagnosing and treating breast cancer with stereotactic breast biopsy, sentinel node biopsy, lumpectomy and mastectomy. His other specialty areas include the gallbladder, appendix and hernias. Dr. Whitworth and his wife Kathy have five children and four grandchildren. He enjoys ballroom dancing, singing in the Covington-Conyers Choral Guild, hiking, snow skiing and scuba diving. Dr. Whitworth welcomes new patients and acc. Dr. Whitworth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Lymphedema.

Dr. Pratik Patel is board-certified in cardiology. He offers diagnosis and treatment for coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, heart failure (HFrEF, HFpEF), valvular heart disease and mitral regurgitation. His special interests include preventative cardiology and geriatric care, as well as utilizing procedures such as TEE and cardioversions.Along with his family, Dr. Patel enjoys traveling, listening to music, as well as meditation and yoga. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Kawasaki Disease, and Heart Attack.

Gaby Calero, MD, received her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. She completed her residency at Presence Health Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Calero is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Calero specializes in Family Medicine and works in Urgent Care. She is bi-lingual in Spanish.In her spare time, Dr. Calero enjoys singing, playing the guitar and Salsa dancing. She relocated back to Georgia to spend time with family and her dog Rex.Dr. Calero welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Calero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Tracheitis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and COVID-19.

Dr. Shewmake earned her medical degree at the American University of the Caribbean. She then attended the Fort Wayne Medical Education Program where she completed a residency in family medicine. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Shewmake has over 10 years of experience and specializes in the management of chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes and hyperlipidemia. Her special interests include preventative health care and decreasing health care disparities.In her spare time, Dr. Shewmake enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and enjoying the outdoors. Dr. Shewmake is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Harmon A. Smith, M.D. specializes in Internal Medicine and works in Urgent Care. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD and arthritis.He serves as Medical Director of Mercy Heart, a community clinic serving the uninsured, indigent residents of Rockdale County.In his spare time, Dr. Smith enjoys golf, music and being a worship leader in his church.Dr. Smith welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Dr. Hyland completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of New York in Albany and earned his medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York He did his internship at Danbury Hospital in Danbury, Connecticut, an affiliate of Yale University School of Medicine. He then completed his residency in internal medicine at Stamford Hospital, serving as chief resident his final year. He is board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Hyland began his medical practice with Internal Medicine Associates of Rockdale (IMAR) in October 1992. IMAR was established in 1981 and has been serving the Rockdale community since then. Dr. Hyland is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association. He accepts Medicare, Medicaid and most commercial insurance plans. Dr. Hyland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

Dr. Virginia Hyland graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Arts. She received her medical degree from New York Medical College in 1985. She completed her residency in family medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Hyland began practicing in New York after completing her residency. She began practicing in the Rockdale community in 1992. Dr. Hyland 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 Cyclic Neutropenia.

Roschel Williams, MD, earned her medical degree from The American University of Antigua College of Medicine in St. John's, Antigua. She went on to complete her residency at the Institute for Family Health Mid-Hudson in Kingston, NY where she served as chief resident in her final year. Dr. Williams is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Williams prides herself on being committed to serving others and providing superior care. Her approach to each patient is unique and she prioritizes collaborating with the patient to meet their healthcare needs. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

"Dr. John Entrekin earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 1993. He was selected as ""Physician's Physician"" by his class. He continued on to the University of Alabama in Birmingham to complete an internship and residency in internal medicine in 1996. He spent the following year as an instructor in the department of internal medicine before moving to Conyers to begin private practice. Dr. Entrekin joined Internal Medicine Associates of Rockdale in July 1997. He accepts Medicare, Medicaid and most commercial insurance plans.". Dr. Entrekin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Debora Goodrich, DO, received her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). She completed her residency at Parkview Hospital with PCOM. She has served the Conyers community for 22 years as a primary care physician. She offers comprehensive preventative care as well as management of chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and heart disease. Dr. Goodrich also serves as a mentor and preceptor for students from the Georgia's PCOM campus.In her spare time, Dr. Goodrich participates in archery and medieval reenactment with the Society for Creative Anachronism. Dr. Goodrich 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 Cirrhosis.

Miles Wei, MD, earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Navicent Health in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Wei is Board Certified and specializes in Internal Medicine.His special interests include the treatment of rural and geriatric communities and patients. Prior to joining Piedmont Healthcare in November 2023, Dr. Wei worked as a physician for Mercer Medicine Putnam County.Dr. Wei is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Wei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Chemical Pneumonitis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Janice Clarke, M.D., earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and completed her residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.Dr. Clarke is a primary care physician specializing in internal medicine. She offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. She has a special interest in lifestyle medicine.In her spare time, Dr. Clarke enjoys reading, biking and crafting. Dr. Clarke is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Clarke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

Masood-ul-haque Siddiquee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Siddiquee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, High Cholesterol, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Siddiquee is currently accepting new patients.

George Okafor is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Okafor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Obesity, High Cholesterol, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Okafor is currently accepting new patients.

Scott Anderson is a Cardiologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Atrial Fibrillation, and Cardiomyopathy.

Nayeem Akmal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Akmal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Idiopathic Edema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Akmal is currently accepting new patients.