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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Lymphedema.

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 Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Peripheral Artery Disease, and Arterial Insufficiency.

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 Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

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 Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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 Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Cirrhosis.

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 Lymphedema. 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 Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Obesity, High Cholesterol, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Okafor is currently accepting new patients.

Carl Gonzales is a Vascular Surgeon in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Gonzales is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Lymphangiectasis, Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia. Dr. Gonzales is currently accepting new patients.

Barath Badrinathan is a Vascular Surgeon in Lithonia, Georgia. Dr. Badrinathan has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Carotid Artery Disease, Angioplasty, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Kaushik Amin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Kawasaki Disease, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Amin is currently accepting new patients.

Nadeem Hoodbhoy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Hoodbhoy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Hoodbhoy is currently accepting new patients.

Ganesh Kini is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lithonia, Georgia. Dr. Kini has been practicing medicine for over 52 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cellulitis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hypertension, and Endoscopy.

Saira Niaz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lithonia, Georgia. Dr. Niaz has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and Acute Cystitis.

Dr. Rogers, M.D., FACS, earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia where he completed his internship and residency in general surgery. He completed a fellowship in Bern, Switzerland in experimental medicine and a thoracic surgery fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He then pursued further vascular surgery training at University Hospital in Augusta, Ga. Certified by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Rogers is well versed in general surgery and laparoscopic procedures of the stomach, gallbladder, appendix, colon, thyroid and hernias as well as vascular surgery, vascular access and thoracic surgery. He is the director of the Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center at Piedmont Newton Hospital. Dr. Rogers and his wife Julie have four children. In his free time he enjoys gardening (he is most proud of his hydrangeas) and skeet shooting. He is very involved in many local community activities. As a retired Lt. Colonel , he served 22 years in the US Army Reserves Medical Corps. Dr. Rogers welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Rogers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallstones, Pacemaker Implantation, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Miguel Carmona, MD, earned his medical degree from Universidad Austral Facultad de Ciencias Biomédicas in Buenos Aires, Argentina and completed his residency at Piedmont Athens Regional. Dr. Carmona has been practicing medicine for eight years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Carmona was a primary care physician at Phoebe Worth Family Medicine in Sylvester, Georgia. Dr. Carmona is board certified in Internal Medicine.In his spare time, Dr. Carmona enjoys playing tennis and soccer, reading and cooking.Dr. Carmona is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Carmona is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Paul Jones is a Vascular Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Jones has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are May Thurner Syndrome, SVC Obstruction, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Atoyebi is board certified in family medicine. She enjoys treating patients of all ages, from newborns to our most senior loved ones. Dr. Atoyebi has special interests in nutrition, women's health including contraceptive care, and lifestyle medicine. She performs minor office procedures including skin biopsies, joint injections, and osteopathic manipulation. She is also fluent in Spanish. She enjoys spending time with her family and two children, traveling, outdoor activities, and church.In her spare time, Dr. Atoyebi enjoys hiking and other adventures with her husband, traveling and spending time at church. Dr. Atoyebi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Davina Dansby is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Snellville, Georgia. Dr. Dansby has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

Hisa Yamaguchi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. Dr. Yamaguchi has practiced in the Gwinnett county area since 1995. Although she performs general surgery, Dr. Yamaguchi's heart and passion is devoted to breast disease and breast cancer surgeries. She is known for her compassion and positive impact with patients so much that they have become like family to her. Dr. Yamaguchi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

Dr. Jones is board certified in Vascular Surgery from the American Board of Surgery. She is a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation, Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Her experience has equipped her to treat high acuity patients and make critical decisions quickly. She is well versed in assessing and treating the full breadth of vascular surgery. She enjoys building long term patient relationships and the challenge that is inherit to treating vascular patients. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Idiopathic Edema, Arterial Embolism, and Arterial Insufficiency.