The 20 Best Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) Doctors Near Me in Athens, GA

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The 20 Best Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) Doctors near Athens, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) near Athens, GA. Of these, 13 are Experienced.

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    Joseph C. Poole
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)

    Piedmont Heart Of Athens

    242 King Avenue, Suite 210, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Poole MD, PhD earned his medical degree and a PhD in Vascular Biology from the Medical College of Georgia in 2008. He completed his Internal medicine residency and Cardiology fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine in 2015. He received his undergraduate degree from Duke University. Dr. Poole is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases. He has additional certifications in Adult Echocardiography, Vascular Medicine and Nuclear Cardiology. He has a special interest in the effects of aging on the cardiovascular system and additional expertise in the field of Cardio-oncology. In his spare time, Dr. Poole enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. His hobbies include fishing, playing guitar and jogging. Dr. Poole welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Poole is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Endocarditis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, and Atherosclerosis.

    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)

    Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

    1199 Prince Ave, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Measel is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Measel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Lung Nodules, and Visceromegaly.

    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Gastroenterology

    Athens Gastroenterology Center

    21 Jefferson Place, Suite 1, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Smith is a Gastroenterologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Esophageal Varices, Hepatitis C, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)?

    Common conditions include: Arginase Deficiency, Argininosuccinic Aciduria, Carbamoyl Phosphate Synthetase 1 Deficiency, Citrullinemia, N-Acetylglutamate Synthase Deficiency

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    Daniel E. Blair
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Hospital Medicine

    Piedmont Athens Hospitalist Physicians LLC

    1199 Prince Ave, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Blair is a Hospital Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Blair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Liver Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Rene B. Mackay
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)

    Georgia Kidney Consultants Center

    1360 Caduceus Way, Bldg 400-104, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rene Mackay is a Nephrologist in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Mackay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). 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.

    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Hospital Medicine

    Piedmont Anesthesia Associates

    1199 Prince Avenue, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jatan Patel is a Hospital Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)

    Piedmont Athens Hospitalist Physicians LLC

    1199 Prince Ave, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Middendorf is a Hospital Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Middendorf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gallbladder Disease, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Hospital Medicine

    Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

    1199 Prince Ave, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Ford is a Hospital Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Ford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), and Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).

    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Nurse Practitioner

    Office

    775 Sunset Dr, 
    Athens, GA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dawn Vanover is a Nurse Practitioner in Athens, Georgia. Ms. Vanover has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). Her top areas of expertise are Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), and Saddle Pulmonary Embolism.

    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Geriatrics

    Athens Geriatrics And Internal Medicine PC

    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 3200, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    May Bullecer is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Bullecer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

    Thomas W. Wells
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Hawthorne Medical At Oconee Health Campus

    1305 Jennings Mill Road, Suite 220, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Wells earned his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Medical College of Georgia. He is board certified with American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Wells has been practicing medicine for 26 years. He specializes in internal medicine. He enjoys the entire spectrum of adult medicine while developing a personal relationship with the patients in his care. Prior to joining Piedmont Hawthorne OHC, Dr. Wells was a practicing partner at Hawthorne Medical Associates.In his spare time, Dr. Wells enjoys spending time with his family. He enjoys sports and back-packing. He is active in Boy Scouts, local high school football and church activities. Dr. Wells is not accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

    Fareha Rahim
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Hawthorne Medical At Oconee Health Campus

    1305 Jennings Mill Road, Suite 220, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
    Gastroenterology

    Athens Gastroenterology Association

    3320 Old Jefferson Rd Ste 400, 
    Athens, GA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Williams is a Gastroenterologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Diverticular Disease.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)?

    Urea cycle disorders are genetic conditions that cause a buildup of ammonia in the blood. Normally, ammonia is converted to urea and excreted in the urine. In urea cycle disorders, defects in enzymes prevent urea from being converted to ammonia and excreted, leading to a toxic buildup of ammonia in the blood. There are several types of urea cycle disorders.

    When should I see a Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor near Athens, GA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor near Athens, GA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctors near Athens, GA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctors near Athens, GA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor near Athens, GA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor near Athens, GA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctors near Athens, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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