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 Renovascular Hypertension. 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 Renovascular Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Obesity in Children, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

Alain Morel, MD, earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra, Dominican Republic and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Piedmont Athens Regional.Dr. Morel has been practicing medicine for 3 years and is presently core faculty for the Piedmont Athens Regional Internal Medicine Residency Program. His special interests include obesity medicine, screening and management of chronic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes.In his spare time, Dr. Morel enjoys cooking with his wife and son. He spends time building and tinkering with computers. He also donates his skills serving the underprivilege areas of Athens and abroad.Dr. Morel is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ovalle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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 Renovascular Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

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 Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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 Renovascular Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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 Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

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 Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

Srilakshmi Rebala is a Nephrologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Rebala is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, Acute Kidney Failure, and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Rebala is currently accepting new patients.

Jorge Rodriguez is a Nephrologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Acute Tubular Necrosis. Dr. Rodriguez is currently accepting new patients.

Raghda Al Anbari, MD, earned her medical degree from Al-Mustansiriyah University - College of Medicine and completed her residency at Chicago Medical School - Rosalind Franklin University. Dr. Al Anbari is fellowship trained in Endocrinology from University of Florida. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and brings with her more than five years of experience.Dr. Al Anbari specializes in Endocrinology. Her special interests include diabetes mellitus, thyroid and osteoporosis and has done research in thyroid disease.Dr. Al Anbari is proficient in Arabic.In her spare time, Dr. Al Anbari enjoys her time in outdoor activities with her family. Dr. Al Anbari is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.PLEASE NOTE:Dr. Al Anbari is in the office on Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dr. Anbari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Storm, Diabetic Nephropathy, Hyperthyroidism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Abid Bashir is a Nephrologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Bashir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, High Potassium Level, and Acute Kidney Failure. Dr. Bashir is currently accepting new patients.

Monisha Garg is a Hospital Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Garg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Acute Kidney Failure, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

Tinuola Andre is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Andre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Andre is currently accepting new patients.

William Saunders is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Saunders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Saunders is currently accepting new patients.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Rene Mackay is a Nephrologist in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Mackay is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Necrosis. Dr. Mackay is currently accepting new patients.

Julio Polanco is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Nephrologist in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Polanco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Minimal Change Disease. Dr. Polanco is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Jonathan D. Woody, a native of Charlotte, North Carolina, graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1989. He then attended the Wake Forest University School of Medicine where he received his Medical Degree in 1993.Upon graduating from Medical School, Dr. Woody completed his internship and surgical residency at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine and Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This was followed by a fellowship in Vascular Surgery at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles.He spent the first portion of his professional career on the medical school faculty in the Division of Vascular Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He was involved in all aspects of tertiary level patient care, the education of medical students, surgical residents and vascular surgery fellowship trainees as well as clinical research. He has authored or co-authored numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and been an invited speaker at local, regional and national meetings.Dr Woody relocated to Athens, Georgia when he joined Athens Vascular Surgery in 2005. The practice has continued to grow and has evolved into University Vascular which employs six vascular surgeons and eight physician extenders. Dr Woody also has an appointment to the Faculty of Medical Sciences as an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor in the College of Public Health at the University of Georgia. He has served in numerous leadership roles within the Athens medical community.Dr. Woody is board-certified in vascular surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He is an active member of many professional organizations, including the American College of Surgeons, the Society for Vascular Surgery, the Southern Association for Vascular Surgery among others and he is a charter member of the Georgia Vascular Society. Dr. Woody is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gangrene, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Dominic Amakye is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Amakye is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Renovascular Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Amakye is currently accepting new patients.