Gary C. Chan, D.O., Ph.D., earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Brookwood Baptist Health and Cardiology Fellowship at University of Arizona in Tucson. He is board certified in Internal Medicine. In addition, Dr. Chan has 13 years of molecular cardiovascular research experience, and completed a Post-doctoral Research Fellowship at Harvard. He has expertise in treating coronary artery disease, chronic high blood pressure, cardiomyopathy, among other conditions.Dr. Chan is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Kirk Laman, D.O. F.A.C.C., earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee and his medical degree from the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. He went on to do his internal medicine residency at Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital and his invasive cardiology fellowship at Sinai Hospital of Detroit. Dr. Laman is board certified in cardiology, nuclear cardiology, and is a registered physician in vascular interpretation. He is also a member of the American College of Cardiology, the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, the American Society of Echocardiography and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. His special interests include cardiac imaging and preventative cardiology.In his spare time, Dr. Laman enjoys writing, photography, and travel. Dr. Laman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Dr. Hefner earned his medical degree and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Alabama, School of Medicine in Birmingham. Board certified in internal medicine and pediatrics, Dr. Hefner is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Hefner was in practice in Woodstock, Georgia. He also was a member of the American College of Physicians and the Medical Association of the State of Alabama prior to moving to Georgia.In his spare time, Dr. Hefner enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, and going to church. He welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Hefner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

Guimy Alexis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Alexis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Alexis is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Anil Yadav specializes in Internal Medicine, with special interests in Cardiac Event Prevention, Weight Loss, Smoking Cessation, and Holistic Medicine. Dr. Yadav is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Obesity, Cirrhosis, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Liver Transplant.

Dr. Nasir Asghar specializes in Internal Medicine with focus on Geriatric care, Occupational Testing, & Cardiovascular medicine. Dr. Asghar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

Dr. Monika Yadav specializes in Internal Medicine with a focus in Diabetes and Thyroid Diseases. Dr. Yadav is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

Pavani Kolakalapudi is a Cardiologist in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Kolakalapudi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. Her top areas of expertise are Pediatric Myocarditis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Endocarditis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Yacoba Hudson, M.D. is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Hudson graduated magna cum laude from William Smith College with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. She received her medical degree from Howard University in Washington DC and went on to complete her residency at the Medical Center of Delaware. Dr. Hudson has worked as a clinical preceptor, where she supervised family medicine residents. She has also acted as a medical student mentor for the Oceania University of Medicine in Apia, Samoa. Dr. Hudson is a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. She is also an active member of the American Academy of Family Practice and the Georgia Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Hudson is accepting new patients, and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Hudson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

Howard Snapper is a Cardiologist in Woodstock, Georgia. Dr. Snapper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Dysautonomia, Multiple System Atrophy, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

William Mceachern is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Mceachern is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Pulmonary Valve Stenosis, Pulmonary Supravalvular Stenosis, Cardiac Diverticulum, and Heart Transplant.

Ernesto Hernandez is a Cardiologist in Holly Springs, Georgia. Dr. Hernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Santhi Adigopula is a Cardiologist in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Adigopula is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

Jeffrey Stone is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Stone has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

David Zimmerman is a Cardiologist in Woodstock, Georgia. Dr. Zimmerman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

Eddie Hackler is a Cardiologist in Woodstock, Georgia. Dr. Hackler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Long QT Syndrome 1, Long QT Syndrome 5, Long QT Syndrome 2, and Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS).

Dr. Pereira received his medical degree from the University of the State of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. He completed his internal medicine internship, residency and a fellowship in cardiology at Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and its subspecialty Board of Cardiovascular Disease, the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology and the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners as a cardiac rhythm device specialist. He is a member of the American Heart Association's Scientific Council in Cardiovascular Diseases and a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Pereira currently is in practice with the Piedmont Heart Institute Physicians in Jasper and serves as the medical director of the cardiac catheterization lab at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital. Dr. Pereira is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Endocarditis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Dr. McCurdy earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and received his undergraduate degree from Shorter College in Rome. After finishing his internship and residency at the Medical Center in Columbus, Georgia, Dr. McCurdy moved to Jasper where he has lived and practiced for over 25 years. He is board-certified in family practice.Dr. McCurdy takes a special interest in the interface between physical, emotional and spiritual health and is dedicated to assisting his patients in living a long, healthy, meaningful life. He also has a special interest in unexplained symptoms and problem diagnoses. He strongly believes in patient education and helping patients understand the complexities of their illnesses.In his spare time, Dr. McCurdy enjoys music and reading. He reads at least two books a week and stays current on many journals, newspapers, and magazines. He has four grown children and enjoys walks with his dog, Dr. Bud. Dr. McCurdy is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Mccurdy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypothyroidism.

Dr. Serrao specializes in Internal Medicine and provides treatment for patients' ages 16 and older. He also offers comprehensive physicals and management of all adult chronic conditions. Dr. Serrao has a special interest in the treatment of diabetes and thyroid disorders with an emphasis on lifestyle medication to achieve better health. In his spare time, Dr. Serrao enjoys running, travel and spending time with his family. Dr. Serrao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Cirrhosis.

Samyuktha Muralidhara, M.D., earned her Doctorate Degree in Medicine from the University of Sint Eustasius SOM in Cole Bay, Sint Maarten, Caribbean. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology at Michigan State University. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians at Kennesaw, Dr. Muralidhara was Chief Resident of the Family Medicine Program at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. Also while at Mercy Hospital, Dr. Muralidhara was a resident preceptor where she provided medical care and taught students at Des Moines Medical University on two medical brigade trips to Honduras. Dr. Muralidhara is board certified in family medicine and passed the United States Medical Licensing Examination on her first attempt. She is a member of the American Medical Association, American Board of Family Medicine and American Academy of Family Practitioners. Dr. Muralidhara is passionate about providing excellent healthcare to all of her patients and committed to preventative care practices. Additionally, she has special interests in women's health and treating mental health issues. In her spare time, Dr. Muralidhara enjoys playing tennis and golf, reading, running and taking road trips. Dr. Muralidhara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Blood Pressure. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.