Michelle Woodard is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Woodard is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Dr. Woodard 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

Aliya Safwan, M.D. received her medical degree from Fatima Jinnah Medical College in Lahore, Pakistan. She completed her internal medicine residency at Piedmont Athens Regional in 2019. Dr. Safwan treats patients ages 18 and above and has a special interest in preventive medicine and diabetes.In her spare time, Dr. Safwan enjoys gardening and spending time with her family.Dr. Safwan welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Safwan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension.

Dr. Akhila Madala, MD, earned her medical degree from Naryana Medical college, NTR University and completed her residency at Medical Partnership of Augusta University and University of Georgia. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine.Dr. Madala specializes in Primary care. Her special interests include Preventive medicine and treatment of Diabetes medicine. Dr Madala offers treatment for Obesity, Hypertension, Depression and anxiety etc.In her spare time, Dr. Madala enjoys spending time with her family and hiking.Dr. Madala is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Madala is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

Dr. Bullock specializes in family medicine. He provides ongoing medical management for all members of a family including geriatrics, adults, adolescents and pediatrics. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Bullock is married with four children. In his spare time, he enjoys going on family trips, reading, playing chess, hunting and fishing. He is a fan of the Georgia Bulldogs and enjoys attending games when possible. Dr. Bullock is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Subacute Combined Degeneration, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency.

Ram Reddy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Opioid Use Disorder, Bronchitis, Chronic Cough, and Acute Cystitis. Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. McElhannon specializes in family medicine. As a family medicine physician, he is uniquely trained to treat both males and females of all ages. In addition to treating acute and chronic illnesses, Dr. McElhannon also provides routine health screenings and counseling on lifestyle changes in an effort to prevent illnesses before they develop.In his spare time, Dr. McElhannon enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He enjoys the outdoors, gardening, old tractors and UGA athletics. Dr. Mcelhannon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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 Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

Cary Hefty, MD, earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed her residency at Greenville Health System. She received her undergraduate degree in Biology from Berry College and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.Dr. Hefty has been practicing medicine for 12 years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Hefty worked with the University of Georgia's Student Health Center.Dr. Hefty offers care for all ages. Her special interests include exercise and nutrition in preventative medicine and helping patients manage chronic conditions.In her spare time, Dr. Hefty enjoys outdoor activities, traveling with family, and reading. She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Hefty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Infant Hyperglycemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

Dr. Zimmerman received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 1984. He completed his residency in Family Medicine at The Medical Center in Columbus, Georgia in 1987. He is certified by The American Board of Family Medicine.He treats adolescents and adults with a broad range of conditions.In his spare time, Dr. Zimmerman is an amateur musician with classical piano and organ as his main instruments. Dr. Zimmerman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Jon Poling is a Neurologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Poling is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Stroke, Migraine, and Trigeminal Neuralgia. Dr. Poling is currently accepting new patients.

Kevin O'neal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. O'neal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency. Dr. O'neal is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Felicia S. Lacksen earned her medical degree from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, in New Jersey, and completed her residency at Duke University. She received her undergraduate degree in Chemistry and Italian Studies from Fordham University, and is board certified in Internal Medicine.Dr. Lacksen has been practicing medicine for 23 years. Prior to joining Hawthorne Medical Associates/Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Lacksen was an attending at Duke University Medical Center.In her spare time, Dr. Lacksen enjoys spending time with her family and her dogs. She enjoys swimming, reading and knitting.Dr. Lacksen is not accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Lacksen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Vitamin D Deficiency, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Jon M. McGough, M.D. is board certified in internal medicine. A Georgia native, he attended the University of Georgia and the Medical College of Georgia before completing his residency at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC.He is passionate about helping patients maintain good health through optimizing their diets, exercise routines, and sleeping habits while placing strong emphasis on preventive care, age-appropriate vaccination, and thoughtful use of evidence based medical tests.His interests include management of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes; management of anxiety and depression; and assistance with weight loss. He also prescribes PrEP.While away from the clinic, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, hiking, gardening and supporting UGA athletics. Dr. Mcgough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Bronchitis.

Dr. Milde-Papadopoulos grew up in Norway and went on to earn her medical degree from Semmelweis University of Medicine in Hungary and completed her Internal Medicine residency at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center. She is board certified in Internal Medicine.In her spare time, Dr. Milde-Papadopoulos enjoys traveling, cooking and gardening with her husband and two children.Dr. Milde-Papadopoulos is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Milde is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Obesity in Children.

William Rigsby is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Rigsby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia, High Cholesterol, and Hyperlipidemia Type 3. Dr. Rigsby is currently accepting new patients.

Raymond Gilbert is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Gilbert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Common Cold, Low Sodium Level, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Gilbert is currently accepting new patients.

Angela Mcswain is a Neurologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Mcswain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Dravet Syndrome, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Movement Disorders. Dr. Mcswain is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Steadham is a Neurologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Steadham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Peripheral Neuropathy, Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, and Movement Disorders. Dr. Steadham is currently accepting new patients.

Toby Bond is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Bond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Sinusitis. Dr. Bond is currently accepting new patients.