Wendell Smith, M.D., attended the Medical College of Georgia where he earned his medical degree and completed his residency. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Smith specializes in family medicine and has more than 30 years of experience as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, COPD, thyroid disease, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Smith enjoys cooking on his big green egg, gardening, fishing, listening to audio books, working at church and spending time with his grandchildren. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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 Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallstones, Pacemaker Implantation, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

John Ehret, M.D., earned his medical degree at John C Edwards School of Medicine. He then attended Emory University School of Medicine where he completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Ehret is a board-certified physician with over 20 years of experience working in primary care. He specializes in internal medicine and offers treatment for most common medical problems such as diabetes, hypertension and hyperlipidemia.In his spare time, Dr. Ehret enjoys exercise and spending time with family.He is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ehret is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

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 Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Henry Patton, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. As a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, Dr. Patton is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the International Society of Clinical Densitometry.Dr. Patton has served the community for over 30 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Patton enjoys gardening, genealogy and history. He loves to spend time with his family, especially his nine grandchildren. He has served as the chair of the Newton County Board of Health since 1983. He is an active volunteer at the Willing Helper's Clinic, providing care to the indigent population of Newton County. Dr. Patton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Gaby Calero, MD, received her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. She completed her residency at Presence Health Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Calero is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Calero specializes in Family Medicine and works in Urgent Care. She is bi-lingual in Spanish.In her spare time, Dr. Calero enjoys singing, playing the guitar and Salsa dancing. She relocated back to Georgia to spend time with family and her dog Rex.Dr. Calero welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Calero is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Tracheitis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and COVID-19.

Christy Blanchford, M.D., earned her medical degree at Dartmouth Medical School. She then attended Emory University School of Medicine where she completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Blanchford is a board-certified physician with over 25 years of experience working in primary care. She specializes in internal medicine and offers preventative care and treatment for adults.In her spare time, Dr. Blanchford enjoys mountain biking, spending time with family and attending science fiction/fantasy conventions.She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Blanchford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Donna Groover, M.D., received her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia. She then completed her residency at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Groover specializes in family medicine and has over 20 years of experience as a primary care physician. She offers annual and sports physicals and treats all acute and chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart and lung complaints. She also offers treatment for minor sports injuries, as well as colds and flu.Dr. Groover has four children and enjoys spending time in the outdoors with her family. She is a member of both the American Academy of Family Practice and the Georgia Academy of Family Practice. Dr. Groover is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

Andrea R. Miles, M.D., is board certified in internal medicine and pediatrics. Dr. Miles received her medical doctorate from the Ohio State University College of Medicine. She completed her internal medicine and pediatrics residency at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio.She graduated with honors from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.Dr. Miles has over 10 years of healthcare experience with extensive knowledge in diagnosing and managing a variety of patients with acute and chronic illnesses. She is board-certified with the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics. She is currently accepting patients ages six and above. Dr. Miles has a special interest in caring for families. She is interested in helping each family member meet his/her individual health goals. She enjoys treating adults for preventative care as well as hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia. She also likes caring for children with well child exams and sports physicals in addition treating the common cold.Dr. Miles is married and has two sons. In her free time, she enjoys reading, listening to music, walking and attending her children's sporting events. Dr. Miles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial 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 Osteomyelitis in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

George Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Smith has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Methylmalonic Acidemia, Methylmalonyl Coenzyme A Mutase Deficiency, and Familial Hypertension.

Syed Rizvi is a Hospital Medicine specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Rizvi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Pediatric Myocarditis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Rizvi is currently accepting new patients.

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 Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Lymphedema.

Kevin Lanclos, M.D., earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Lanclos has served the community for nearly 20 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Lanclos enjoys cycling, hunting, backpacking and spending time with his wife and busy family of teenagers. He serves as the Medical Director for Longleaf Hospice and the Medical Advisor for Amedisys Home Health. He is an active volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America and the Willing Helper's Clinic, providing care to the indigent population of Newton County. Dr. Lanclos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

George Okafor is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Okafor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Obesity, High Cholesterol, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Okafor is currently accepting new patients.

Janice Clarke, M.D., earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and completed her residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.Dr. Clarke is a primary care physician specializing in internal medicine. She offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. She has a special interest in lifestyle medicine.In her spare time, Dr. Clarke enjoys reading, biking and crafting. Dr. Clarke is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Clarke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

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

Miles Wei, MD, earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Navicent Health in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Wei is Board Certified and specializes in Internal Medicine.His special interests include the treatment of rural and geriatric communities and patients. Prior to joining Piedmont Healthcare in November 2023, Dr. Wei worked as a physician for Mercer Medicine Putnam County.Dr. Wei is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Wei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Chemical Pneumonitis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

David Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteomyelitis in Children. His top areas of expertise are Parainfluenza, Parainfluenza Virus Type 3, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), and Otitis. Dr. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.