Michelle Woodard is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Woodard is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Woodard is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Akhila Madala, MD, earned her medical degree from Naryana Medical college, NTR University and completed her residency at Medical Partnership of Augusta University and University of Georgia. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine.Dr. Madala specializes in Primary care. Her special interests include Preventive medicine and treatment of Diabetes medicine. Dr Madala offers treatment for Obesity, Hypertension, Depression and anxiety etc.In her spare time, Dr. Madala enjoys spending time with her family and hiking.Dr. Madala is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Madala is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

Dr. Bullock specializes in family medicine. He provides ongoing medical management for all members of a family including geriatrics, adults, adolescents and pediatrics. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Bullock is married with four children. In his spare time, he enjoys going on family trips, reading, playing chess, hunting and fishing. He is a fan of the Georgia Bulldogs and enjoys attending games when possible. Dr. Bullock is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Subacute Combined Degeneration, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency.

Fareha Rahim MD FACP earned her medical degree from The AGA Khan University Karachi Pakistan and completed her residency in Internal Medicine and Chief Resident year at New York Medical College program, Sound Shore Medical Center, New Rochelle, New York. She also did a partial fellowship training in Rheumatology, from Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, New York. She is board certified in Internal Medicine.Dr. Rahim has been practicing medicine for 20 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Athens Regional, Dr. Rahim was part of Private Practice group, Hawthorne Medical Associates, Athens GA.Presently she is Faculty for Piedmont Athens Regional Internal Medicine Residency Program, Clinical Assistant Professor Augusta University /UGA Medical Partnership. She is also Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Faculty of Medical Sciences, College of Public Health, UGA 9/2016.Dr. Rahim enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 kids. She enjoys travel and food.She is a recipient of Charles A. Foreman M.D Humanitarian Award and Chief Resident Award.Dr. Rahim welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Rahim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Dr. McElhannon specializes in family medicine. As a family medicine physician, he is uniquely trained to treat both males and females of all ages. In addition to treating acute and chronic illnesses, Dr. McElhannon also provides routine health screenings and counseling on lifestyle changes in an effort to prevent illnesses before they develop.In his spare time, Dr. McElhannon enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He enjoys the outdoors, gardening, old tractors and UGA athletics. Dr. Mcelhannon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Dr. Wells earned his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Medical College of Georgia. He is board certified with American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Wells has been practicing medicine for 26 years. He specializes in internal medicine. He enjoys the entire spectrum of adult medicine while developing a personal relationship with the patients in his care. Prior to joining Piedmont Hawthorne OHC, Dr. Wells was a practicing partner at Hawthorne Medical Associates.In his spare time, Dr. Wells enjoys spending time with his family. He enjoys sports and back-packing. He is active in Boy Scouts, local high school football and church activities. Dr. Wells is not accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

Aliya Safwan, M.D. received her medical degree from Fatima Jinnah Medical College in Lahore, Pakistan. She completed her internal medicine residency at Piedmont Athens Regional in 2019. Dr. Safwan treats patients ages 18 and above and has a special interest in preventive medicine and diabetes.In her spare time, Dr. Safwan enjoys gardening and spending time with her family.Dr. Safwan welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Safwan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Cary Hefty, MD, earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed her residency at Greenville Health System. She received her undergraduate degree in Biology from Berry College and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.Dr. Hefty has been practicing medicine for 12 years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Hefty worked with the University of Georgia's Student Health Center.Dr. Hefty offers care for all ages. Her special interests include exercise and nutrition in preventative medicine and helping patients manage chronic conditions.In her spare time, Dr. Hefty enjoys outdoor activities, traveling with family, and reading. She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Hefty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Infant Hyperglycemia, Folate Deficiency, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

Dr. Zimmerman received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 1984. He completed his residency in Family Medicine at The Medical Center in Columbus, Georgia in 1987. He is certified by The American Board of Family Medicine.He treats adolescents and adults with a broad range of conditions.In his spare time, Dr. Zimmerman is an amateur musician with classical piano and organ as his main instruments. Dr. Zimmerman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

William Rigsby is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Rigsby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia, High Cholesterol, and Hyperlipidemia Type 3. Dr. Rigsby is currently accepting new patients.

Raymond Gilbert is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Gilbert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Common Cold, Low Sodium Level, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Gilbert is currently accepting new patients.

Ram Reddy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Opioid Use Disorder, Bronchitis, Chronic Cough, and Acute Cystitis. Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

Toby Bond is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Bond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Sinusitis. Dr. Bond is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Earhart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Earhart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Earhart is currently accepting new patients.

Vandana Setia is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Setia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), High Cholesterol, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Setia is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Downs earned her medical degree from The Medical College of Georgia and completed her residency at The Medical College of Georgia. She received her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and Microbiology from The University of Georgia and is board certified in Internal Medicine.Dr. Downs has been practicing medicine for 24 years. Prior to joining PPG Hawthorne Medical, Dr. Downs was a practicing partner of Hawthorne Medical Associates.In her spare time, Dr. Downs enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys playing tennis. Dr. Downs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Familial Hypertension.

Dr. Patrick Lucas earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta and completed his residency at Wake Forest University Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, NC. He earned his Associates of Science in Biology from Middle Georgia College and his Bachelors of Science in Biology from The University of Georgia. Dr. Lucas is board certified in Internal Medicine.Dr. Lucas has been practicing medicine in Athens for 15 years. In additional to practicing Internal Medicine, Dr. Lucas serves as the Medical Director of a local Hospice company.Dr. Lucas was chosen as a Harry S. Truman Scholar in 1997 while attending the University of Georgia. He was also chosen one of UGA's 40 Under 40 outstanding alumni in 2013. He and his wife, Julie, were members of the 2016 Class of Leadership Georgia. Dr. Lucas has served on the Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees since 2018. The also serves on the Board of Directors of his home Methodist church.In his spare time, Dr. Lucas enjoys traveling and spending time with his family. He also teaches youth Sunday School and has coached his son and daughter in various youth sports. He also enjoys painting, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, and playing golf. Dr. Lucas is not accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Lucas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Mallory Shillinger DO earned her medical degree from Nova Southeastern Osteopathic Medical School, and completed her residency at Florida State University. She received her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from University of Central Florida, and is board certified in Internal Medicine.Dr. Shillinger is passionate about providing patent centered care that is rooted in up-to-date evidence based medicine. Her goal is to help patients maximize their own health with a focus on preventive care and wellness. She enjoys managing hypertension, Diabetes, Thyroid disorders, and helping patient achieve their weight loss goals. She also has a strong foundation in the geriatric population and with women's health with a particular focus on osteoporosis, cervical and breast cancer screen.In her spare time, Dr. Shillinger enjoys spending time in the outdoors, cooking and playing with her dog, Ruby.Dr. Shillinger is not accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Shillinger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Alice Edwards is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Edwards is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Edwards is currently accepting new patients.

Kevin O'neal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. O'neal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency. Dr. O'neal is currently accepting new patients.