Gary R. Gropper M.D. is a board certified neurosurgeon who has practiced neurosurgery in Atlanta since 1986. He serves as an Attending Neurosurgeon at the Shepherd Center as well as Piedmont Hospital Atlanta.Dr. Gropper received his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University in 1974, with a major in molecular biology, and a minor in general biology. Following two years as a researcher with the Department of Neurology at Vanderbilt, he earned his MD at the University of Tennessee, College of Medicine in 1978. After a general surgery residency, he completed a neurosurgical residency at the University of Tennessee, Department of Neurosurgery in 1985.Since moving to Atlanta in 1986, Dr. Gropper has been a recognized leader in the neurosurgical community. He served as the Chairman of the Department of Neuroscience at Piedmont Hospital from 2002 until 2005. He has also served as a neurosurgical consultant for the Atlanta Falcons and the Atlanta Braves, and is currently a Team Doctor and Medical Director for Woodward Academy.Dr. Gropper's special areas of interest include:- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Surgery including the non-fusion option, Coflex Interlaminar Stabilization- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus- Cervical Disc Disease and SpondylosisDr. Gropper is a member of a number of professional associations including, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, Georgia Neurosurgical Society, and the North American Spine Society. He is a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.In addition to his outstanding reputation as a neurosurgeon, Dr. Gropper is noted in the community for spreading joy and encouraging others to 'pay it forward', with his annual Christmas and Hanukkah yard display of inflatable characters. He is committed to our community and supports Our House Shelter for homeless families with newborns in Atlanta.Dr. Gropper and his wife, Vickie, are proud parents of four children. Dr. Gropper is a surgeon associate of the Atlanta Spine Alliance. Dr. Gropper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Nicholas Church is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Church has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Ryan Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Sharmila Thadani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Thadani has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

* Please park in the 1010 Parking Deck located at 1050 Crescent Ave NE. Please enter via our entrance on the second floor of the parking deck. Parking is validated for 2 hours.Dr. Haller graduated from the University of Central Florida in Orlando with a bachelor of science degree in molecular biology and microbiology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine. Dr. Haller completed his residency in family practice at the University of Tennessee in Memphis. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Haller practiced as a fast-track physician in a busy emergency department in Homa, Louisiana. As a family physician, Dr. Haller enjoys the broad variety family practice offers. His goal is to provide the highest quality of care for all of his patients; while also respecting their busy schedules and budgets. He tries to work within a patient's insurance coverage whenever possible and believes in never compromising quality.In his free time, he enjoys fitness, travel, photography, classical music, and the companionship of his dogs. Dr. Haller is board-certified in family practice. He is available for immediate appointments and participates in most major insurance plans. Dr. Haller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

* Please park in the 1010 Parking Deck located at 1050 Crescent Ave NE. Please enter via our entrance on the second floor of the parking deck. Parking is validated for 2 hours.Dr. Joe specializes in internal medicine and offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. She provides a non-judgmental and safe place for you to discuss your health. Dr. Joe relies on evidence-based medicine and believes it is important to collaborate with her patients when personalizing goals of treatment. Her special interests include preventative medicine, chronic disease management and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Joe has been a practicing primary care physician since 2021.In her spare time, Dr. Joe enjoys yoga, hiking and spending time with her family.She speaks intermediate Cantonese and is conversational in Mandarin and German. Dr. Joe may recommend using interpreter services during visit for languages other than English. Dr. Joe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Hypervitaminosis D, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, and Alopecia Areata.

"Dr. Perry earned his medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston Salem, North Carolina and received the Robert P. Vidinghoff Memorial Award for his aptitude and devotion to family medicine. He completed his residency in family practice at Emory University, where he served as chief resident. He is board-certified in family medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Perry practiced at Eagle's Landing Family Practice in Stockbridge, Georgia. He serves as an adjunct professor of family medicine at Emory School of Medicine. While he has many interests in medicine, Dr. Perry takes a special interest in behavioral medicine, preventative care, and small surgical procedures. His philosophy on medicine is based on a quote he heard in medical school: ""cure sometimes, comfort often, and care always"". In his spare time, Dr. Perry enjoys playing the piano, traveling, reading, going to the theater and spending time with his significant other and two Maine coon cats Dr. Perry is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.". Dr. Perry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Oral Herpes, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Augusta Essuman-Nelson, DO, earned her medical degree from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at University Hospitals St. John Medical Center. She received her undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy from University of Dayton and Masters in Anatomy from Wright State University and will be board certified in Internal Medicine.Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Essuman-Nelson was a Chief Resident at St. John Medical Center and she specializes in primary care. Dr. Essuman-Nelson has a special interest in hypertension, hyperlipidemia, cardiovascular diseases, anemia and kidney disease.In her spare time, Dr. Essuman-Nelson enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys traveling to different countries, playing tennis, reading and interior design.Dr. Essuman-Nelson is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Essuman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Cullen Kelly, M.D., is board certified in internal medicine and has a special interest in the treatment of diabetes, HIV, hypertension, cardiovascular and transgender medicine. Dr. Kelly believes in a holistic approach to medicine, considering the patient's health as a whole, in order to provide the highest quality care while also coming to fully know and understand his patients.In his spare time, Dr. Kelly enjoys hiking with his partner and goldendoodle. He is also an avid baker and enjoys entertaining friends and family. Dr. Kelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Chancroid, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

Roger Frankel is a Neurosurgery provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Frankel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Frankel is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Young-Wilson is board-certified in family medicine. She completed her residency at the Medical Center at Columbus Regional in Columbus, Georgia. She obtained the degree of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Young-Wilson has practiced medicine in Georgia since 1999 in Columbus, Stone Mountain and Newnan. Her professional memberships include the American Osteopathic Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians.Although she has many interests in medicine, Dr. Young-Wilson is especially interested in treating adolescents ages 13 and older, weight management and healthy living and prevention. She believes in taking a team approach to healthcare in which the physician and the patient work together to improve the patient's health.She believes knowledge is power and works to educate all of her patients on healthy living. In her spare time, Dr. Young-Wilson enjoys travel, good food, and reading. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Idiopathic Neutropenia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Frederick Turton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Turton has been practicing medicine for over 49 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Nan Monahan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Monahan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Folate Deficiency, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Monahan is currently accepting new patients.

Jemese Richards-Boyd, M.D., earned her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. She then completed a family medicine residency at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Boyd was awarded the Global Health Education Scholarship for international rotation in Trujillo, Peru. She is a member of the Georgia Academy of Family Practice and the American Academy of Family Practice.In her spare time, Dr. Boyd enjoys traveling with her family. Dr. Richards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

Wesley Hoke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Hoke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Dr. Hoke is currently accepting new patients.

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

Andrei Serbanescu is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Serbanescu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Cerebellar Degeneration, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). Dr. Serbanescu is currently accepting new patients.

Sunny Qiu, M.D., earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Rush University Medical Center. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Duke University and is board certified in Neurology. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Qiu was a Clinical Neurophysiology fellow at Rush University Medical Center.Dr. Qiu specializes in adult general neurology. He performs electromyography (EMG) studies to evaluate nerve and muscle conditions. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and the American Epilepsy Society.In his spare time, Dr. Qiu enjoys spending time with family, exercising, hiking, and traveling.Dr. Qiu is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Qiu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Tension Headache, Memory Loss, and Migraine.

Yayu Zhong, MD, is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society, and the American Epilepsy Society.Dr. Zhong specializes in adult general neurology and treats a variety of conditions, including stroke, seizure, headache, and neuropathy.In her spare time, Dr. Zhong enjoys spending time with her family, reading, traveling, baking, and exercising.Dr. Zhong welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Zhong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Tension Headache, Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Increased Intracranial Pressure.

Dr. McCabe earned her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine after completing her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia where she majored in biology and psychology. She completed her residency at the University of Colorado. Dr. McCabe is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.Dr. McCabe specializes in spine, musculoskeletal and electrodiagnostic medicine. She is passionate about enhancing and restoring functional ability and quality of life for her patients utilizing a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach. She is proficient in ultrasound guided joint injections, trigger point injections and fluoroscopic- guided joint injections and utilizes these skills along with medication management, therapeutic exercise and psychological support to help her patients heal and thrive. She also performs electromyography (EMG) studies to evaluate for carpal tunnel syndrome, ulnar neuropathy, peripheral neuropathy and cervical and lumbosacral radiculopathies. Dr. McCabe also performs Botox injections to treat conditions such as spasticity, thoracic outlet syndrome and chronic migraine. She is a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.In her spare time, Dr. McCabe enjoys spending time with her two boys, husband and dogs, exercising and traveling.Dr. McCabe welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Mccabe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, Bursitis, and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.