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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Lymphedema.

Dr. Linton earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Fla. She earned her medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta where she graduated cum laude and a member of the medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha. She then completed her residency in internal medicine at the Duke University Medical Center in Durham, N.C., and a cardiology fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta. Dr. Linton is also board-certified in general cardiology, nuclear cardiology and internal medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Heart of Dallas, Dr. Linton served as a critical care physician with WellStar Windy Hill Hospital and the Wesley Woods Geriatric Hospital. She has training in invasive diagnostic procedures including left and right heart catheterization and transesophageal echocardiography. She is also skilled in a variety of cardiac imaging modalities including transthoracic echocardiography, cardiac CT angiography and vascular and nuclear imaging. Dr. Linton has been involved with several cardiology research projects and is a member of the American College of Cardiology, Association of Black Cardiologists and the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology. She has an interest in preventative cardiology and women's health. She is actively involved in community outreach through mentoring, health screenings and heart health talks. In her spare time, she enjoys tennis, running, yoga, reading and traveling. Dr. Linton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Attack.

Carl Gonzales is a Vascular Surgeon in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Gonzales is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Lymphangiectasis, Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia. Dr. Gonzales is currently accepting new patients.

Kathryn Swanson, MD, RPVI was born and raised in Chicago, IL. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Swanson completed an Integrated Vascular Surgery residency at Louisiana State University Health Science Center in New Orleans, LA.Dr. Swanson specializes in vascular surgery and provides care for a broad range of vascular surgery pathology with both open and endovascular treatment approaches. She provides treatment for aortic disease, carotid artery disease, peripheral arterial disease, dialysis access, and superficial and deep venous disease. Dr. Swanson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. Her top areas of expertise are Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Peripheral Artery Disease, and Arterial Insufficiency.

Barath Badrinathan is a Vascular Surgeon in Lithonia, Georgia. Dr. Badrinathan has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Carotid Artery Disease, Angioplasty, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and 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 Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Dr. Virginia Hyland graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Arts. She received her medical degree from New York Medical College in 1985. She completed her residency in family medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Hyland began practicing in New York after completing her residency. She began practicing in the Rockdale community in 1992. Dr. Hyland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Cyclic Neutropenia.

Dr. Hyland completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of New York in Albany and earned his medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York He did his internship at Danbury Hospital in Danbury, Connecticut, an affiliate of Yale University School of Medicine. He then completed his residency in internal medicine at Stamford Hospital, serving as chief resident his final year. He is board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Hyland began his medical practice with Internal Medicine Associates of Rockdale (IMAR) in October 1992. IMAR was established in 1981 and has been serving the Rockdale community since then. Dr. Hyland is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association. He accepts Medicare, Medicaid and most commercial insurance plans. Dr. Hyland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

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 Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Chemical Pneumonitis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Kaushik Amin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Kawasaki Disease, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Amin is currently accepting new patients.

Ganesh Kini is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lithonia, Georgia. Dr. Kini has been practicing medicine for over 52 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cellulitis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hypertension, and Endoscopy.

Timothy Milner is a Vascular Surgeon in Lithonia, Georgia. Dr. Milner has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Gangrene.

Paul Jones is a Vascular Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Jones has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are May Thurner Syndrome, SVC Obstruction, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

Azizul Hoque is a Cardiologist in Snellville, Georgia. Dr. Hoque has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Atherosclerosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Omar R. Kashlan, MD, earned his medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine. He specializes in coronary artery disease, CHF, and PAD. Prior to joining Piedmont, he was practicing interventional cardiology for eight years.In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, jogging, and trying new restaurants. Dr. Kashlan is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Kashlan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Attack, Apoplexy, and Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.

Muthu Kuttappan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Kuttappan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Kuttappan is currently accepting new patients.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallstones, Pacemaker Implantation, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Dr. Jones is board certified in Vascular Surgery from the American Board of Surgery. She is a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation, Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Her experience has equipped her to treat high acuity patients and make critical decisions quickly. She is well versed in assessing and treating the full breadth of vascular surgery. She enjoys building long term patient relationships and the challenge that is inherit to treating vascular patients. Dr. Jones is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. Her top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Idiopathic Edema, Arterial Embolism, and Arterial Insufficiency.

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 Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.