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 Gastroparesis. 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 Gastroparesis. 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 Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

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

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 Gastroparesis. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Storm, Diabetic Nephropathy, Hyperthyroidism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Minesh Mehta is a Gastroenterologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

Asif Qadri is a Gastroenterologist in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Qadri is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Qadri is currently accepting new patients.

Bradley Shepherd is a Gastroenterologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Shepherd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Hepatitis, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Erik Person is a Gastroenterologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Person is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Marc Rosenberg is a Gastroenterologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Rosenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

Tayla Greene is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Greene is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. Her top areas of expertise are Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), Coarctation of the Aorta, Hypertension, and Gastroparesis. Dr. Greene is currently accepting new patients.

Milene Argo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Argo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Argo is currently accepting new patients.

Elizabeth Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

Vikas Sangwan is a Hepatologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Sangwan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Jaundice, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

Glynn Chesser is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Chesser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Dr. Chesser is currently accepting new patients.

Aaron Carr is a General Surgeon in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Carr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Carr is currently accepting new patients.

Meghan Cook is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Cook is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Cook is currently accepting new patients.

Matthew Farmer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Farmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Farmer is currently accepting new patients.