Dr. Russell is board certified in family medicine and has been practicing medicine for two years. Prior to joining Piedmont, he was working in the urgent care setting and has now transitioned to primary care. Dr. Russell specializes in primary care and treats a broad range of patients in this field. He has a special interest in lifestyle medicine.In his spare time, Dr. Russell enjoys playing the piano and gardening.He is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Russell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Common Cold, and Cellulitis.

Dr. Ansari earned his bachelor's degree magma cum laude from the University of Guelph in Guelph Ontario, double majoring in Environmental Science and Microbiology. He earned his medical degree abroad from the University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine in the Netherland Antilles where he graduated in the top 5 percent of his class. Dr. Ansari completed his residency at Mercer University School of Medicine at Navicent Health in Macon Georgia. He served as chief resident and won awards for teaching and research into vaccine compliance.Before joining Piedmont, he worked both in a traditional primary care practice in Dayton, Ohio and in urgent care at American Family Care (AFC) in West Cobb. Dr. Ansari believes in understanding a person's humanity and how it relates to their health. He is passionate about preventative care and enjoys working with his patients to find common ground.In his spare time, he loves spending his time with his wife and two children, playing music, hiking, and is an avid gardener. Dr. Ansari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), and Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH).

Arun Joseph is a Pain Medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Joseph has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, and Opisthotonos. Dr. Joseph is currently accepting new patients.

Preeti Narayan is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Narayan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Chronic Pain, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Narayan is currently accepting new patients.

David Gale is a Pain Medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Gale is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Cervical Spondylosis, Chronic Pain, and Phantom Limb Pain.

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 Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

Amy Varner, M.D., received her bachelor of science degree in biology from Murray State University where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. She then went on to obtain her doctorate in Medicine from the University of Kentucky while a member of the AOA Honor Society. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Emory University in Atlanta. Dr. Varner is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association.Dr. Varner specializes in executive physicals, anxiety, depression and ADHD, for patients' ages 16 and up. Dr. Varner also performs pap smears and has a special interest in preventative health.In her spare time, Dr. Varner enjoys spending time with family, traveling and being outdoors.Dr. Varner welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Varner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Cirrhosis.

Dr. Boecker received his undergraduate degree from Bloomfield College in Bloomfield, New Jersey, and earned his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pennsylvania. He completed his internship in osteopathic medicine at Doctor's Hospital, which is now known as Northlake Hospital in Tucker, Georgia. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Boecker was in private practice in Acworth. He has practiced in the Acworth area for over two decades. Dr. Boecker is board certified in family practice, he is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, Medical Association of Georgia, American College of Osteopathic Family Practitioners and the Cobb County Medical Society. Dr. Boecker is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Boecker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Sinusitis.

Christine Stoltz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Stoltz has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Cirrhosis.

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

Dr. Breckwoldt earned his medical degree from New York Medical College, where he graduated with honors (top 9% of the class). He completed his residency at the United States Naval Hospital in San Diego, California and served six years of active duty in the United States Navy, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kentucky. He also holds a master's degree in anatomy from New York Medical College.Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Breckwoldt was in solo practice with Premier Internal Medicine. Dr. Breckwoldt has been practicing medicine for 25 years. He is board certified in internal medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians.Dr. Breckwoldt is married with one child. In his spare time, his hobby is radio controlled model airplanes. He was also a prior musician as a bass player in a band throughout high school and college.Dr. Breckwoldt welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Breckwoldt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Philicia Andrews, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the Medical Association of Georgia. She has practiced medicine in Atlanta for over 20 years and currently serves as one of the Regional Medical Directors of Piedmont.Dr. Andrews earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Georgia and her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. She completed her residency at Georgia Baptist Medical Center in 1999, and received her Executive MBA from Kennesaw State University in 2003.Dr. Andrews has many interests in medicine. She is especially interested in preventative medicine, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and women's health. Dr. Andrews' philosophy on medicine is that a patient should feel comfortable with his or her physician and feel free to ask questions. She believes strongly in open communication between the patient and the physician.Dr. Andrews welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Andrews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Jocelyn Joseph, MD received her medical degree from Windsor University School of Medicine where she graduated with honors. She then completed her residency in family medicine at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Joseph is board certified in family medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Association.Dr. Joseph specializes in family medicine and provides services and treatments for patients including women's health, adult medicine, seniors, and pediatrics ages twelve and up. Her primary focus is preventative medicine and the management of chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. She has a special interest in working closely with patients who have underlying depression and anxiety related health issues. Dr. Joseph offers preventative health screens and pap smears.In her spare time, Dr. Joseph enjoys dancing, working out on her bike, kickboxing, and spending time with her husband, dog, and her two kids.Dr. Joseph welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, High Cholesterol, and Cirrhosis.

Bryan Kumiga is a Physiatrist in Woodstock, Georgia. Dr. Kumiga is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, and Opisthotonos. Dr. Kumiga is currently accepting new patients.

Timothy Young is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Prolidase Deficiency, Allergic Rhinitis, Gastroparesis, and Empyema. Dr. Young is currently accepting new patients.

James Fisher is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Fisher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma. Dr. Fisher is currently accepting new patients.

Rajeev Valvani is a Physiatrist and a Sports Medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Valvani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, and Caudal Regression Syndrome. Dr. Valvani is currently accepting new patients.

Sam Peng is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Peng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Obesity. Dr. Peng is currently accepting new patients.

Romero Nicholson is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Nicholson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Urinary Incontinence, Phantom Limb Pain, and Opisthotonos.

Irshad Syed is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Syed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.