Dr. Young earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Tulane Medical School and the University of Maryland. He received his undergraduate degree in history from the University of Georgia and is board certified in Internal Medicine.Dr. Young has been practicing medicine for 31 years. Prior to joining, Piedmont Hawthorne OHC Dr. Young was a practicing partner with Hawthorne Medical Associates.In his spare time, Dr. Young enjoys spending time with his family; he has 5 children and 2 grandchildren). He enjoys being active in his church, bicycling, and reading.Dr. Young welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Esther Wallach, M.D. is board certified in Internal Medicine. She was born in California and grew up in the Netherlands, where she received her medical degree from The University of Amsterdam. She went on to complete her internal medicine residency at Piedmont Athens Regional. Prior to joining the practice, Dr. Wallach was Medical Director of the Community Care Clinic and a core faculty member for the internal medicine residency program.Dr. Wallach treats patients ages 18 and above.In her spare time, Dr. Wallach enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two sons. Dr. Wallach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Obesity in Children, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

Elizabeth Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Kilian van Rijn, MD, earned his medical degree from Erasmus University Rotterdam in The Netherlands, and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Piedmont Athens Regional. He received his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences from The University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Dr. van Rijn is board is board certified.Dr. van Rijn's special interests include general internal medicine, screening and management of chronic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes.In his spare time, Dr. van Rijn enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons.Dr. van Rijn is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Van Rijn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Rajiv Setia is a Pediatrics provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Setia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Croup, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Delayed Growth, and Diarrhea. Dr. Setia is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Melissa Martin earned her medical degree and completed her residency at the University of Maryland. She received her undergraduate and master's degrees in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Georgia and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.Dr. Melissa Martin has been practicing medicine for 14 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physician Group, Dr. Martin was a part of the Athens Regional Physician Enterprise.In her spare time, Dr. Melissa Martin enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys hiking, rafting, and reading. Feel free to call the office to inquire that status of becoming a new patient. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and H1N1 Influenza.

Dr. Braucher earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at the University of Arkansas. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Georgia and is board certified in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Hospice and Palliative Care.Dr. Braucher has been practicing medicine for 32 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physician Group, Dr. Braucher was a member of the Athens Regional Physician Group. He has historically been in private practice as well.In his spare time, Dr. Braucher enjoys spending time with his family. He enjoys landscaping, canoeing, hiking, and swimming. Please call the office to inquire about becoming a new patient. Dr. Braucher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

Dr. Jeanne Marie Martin earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University in New Orleans and completed her residency at the University of Maryland. She received her undergraduate degree in biology from Millsaps College and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.Dr. Jeanne Marie has been practicing medicine for 12 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physician Group, Dr. Jeanne Marie was a part of Athens Regional Physician Enterprise.In her spare time, Dr. Jeanne Marie enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys playing tennis, traveling, and hiking. Please feel free to contact the office to inquire about becoming a new patient. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Otitis, Asthma, and H1N1 Influenza.

Charlene Chalmers, M.D., earned her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed her pediatric residency at the Medical University of South Carolina. She is also board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Chalmers has a special interest in mental health disorders, particularly in treating ADHD, depression, and anxiety.In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, practicing yoga, and spending time with her family.Dr. Chalmers is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Chalmers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Rotor Syndrome, Delayed Growth, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

Mark Earhart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Earhart is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Earhart is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Twedt is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Twedt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Tenosynovitis, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Twedt is currently accepting new patients.

Shane Kudela is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Kudela is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Liver Failure, Jaundice, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kudela is currently accepting new patients.

Jared Mills is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Mills is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Mills is currently accepting new patients.

Patrick Aldred is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Aldred is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Tenosynovitis, and Visceromegaly. Dr. Aldred is currently accepting new patients.

Clifford Smith is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Visceromegaly, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

Karen Zheng is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Zheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Pleurisy, and Giant Mammary Hamartoma. Dr. Zheng is currently accepting new patients.

Ronald Walpert is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Walpert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Visceromegaly, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis. Dr. Walpert is currently accepting new patients.

Stephen Morgan is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Morgan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, and Midline Lethal Granuloma.