"Practice Interest and Professional Summary: Dr. Bednarz is a Board Certified Podiatric Surgeon experienced in adult lower extremity reconstructive surgery. Dr. Bednarz is a renowned lecturer and respected expert in the subject of sports medicine and diabetic limb salvage. His interests include bunion and hammertoe surgery, sports medicine, trauma, diabetic limb salvage and reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle. Dr. Bednarz has been in private practice in Metro Atlanta since 2005. Since moving to the Atlanta area, Dr. Bednarz has made it his passion to make a difference in every patient's life. He has been recognized by his patients as a ""Top Doc"" in the WellStar Hospital system. Dr. Bednarz believes in comprehensive and compassionate care for each of his patients, and he accepts any foot and ankle pathology as a chance to improve the quality of life for his patients. Dr. Bednarz provides service in Woodstock and Roswell.". Mr. Bednarz is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Morton Neuroma, Tendinitis, and Achilles Tendon Rupture.

Mary Hochkins is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodstock, Georgia. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gallbladder Disease, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Ms. Hochkins is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Evan Lewis specializes in the treatment of all conditions of the foot and ankle, including the management of complicated diabetic wounds, sports medicine injuries of the foot and ankle, bunions, ingrown toenails, plantar fasciitis, and hammertoes.Dr. Lewis completed a three-year residency at McLaren Oakland Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan. His residency focused on medicine and surgery of the foot and ankle, with emphasis on reconstructive rear-foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Lewis, a native to Tennessee, has since practiced in the greater Nashville area and most recently in Marietta, Woodstock, and Canton, Georgia.Dr. Evan Lewis attended college at the University of Tennessee, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. Subsequently, he attended the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in North Chicago, IL, and graduated as a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. Mr. Lewis is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Morton Neuroma, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Fibromatosis.

Dr. John is originally from the Chicago area where his family decided to settle after emigrating to the US from India in the late '60s. Once relocating to Augusta, Georgia, he finished his undergraduate degree from Augusta State University. After receiving his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree, he completed 3 years of residency in the Baltimore/Washington, DC area which included serving at the National Naval Medical Center, treating the military as well as members of Congress. He received extensive training in reconstructive foot surgery and limb salvage and served as Chief Resident during his third year. Dr. John is Board Certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons. He is also a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association. He is a published medical journal author as well. With his experience in treating sports athletes, Dr. John volunteered as a team physician for the Georgia Middle School Athletic Association and is a podiatric medical consultant for high school sports programs in Cobb and Cherokee county. Dr. John lectures throughout the Atlanta area educating the public on different foot and ankle conditions and the latest nonsurgical and surgical treatments. Visit the Ankle and Foot Surgery practice website. Mr. John is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Morton Neuroma, Ledderhose Disease, and Plantar Fasciitis.

Marie Rivas is a Nurse Practitioner in Holly Springs, Georgia. Ms. Rivas is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Ms. Rivas is currently accepting new patients.

Sara Dorsey is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodstock, Georgia.

Lauren Bolle, NP-C, earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and a bachelor's degree in nursing from University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). She then went on to receive her master's degree in nursing from UAB, specializing in adult-gerontology primary care. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Lauren spent 5 years in the Acute Care for Elders unit at UA Hospital Highlands in Birmingham. Most recently, she served as the assistant nurse manager of the unit. Lauren also worked with Mayfair Internal Medicine in Birmingham providing primary care services to adult and geriatric patients. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys spending time with her husband and son and their two dogs. Lauren welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency.

Julia Cartwright; FNP-C is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who earned both her Bachelor and Master degrees at Emory University in 2021. In addition to her BSN and MSN; she holds a Bachelor in Science in Biology at Georgia State University. She graduated with honors and is an active member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.Julia is committed to treating each patient through a holistic perspective by valuing individualism and delivering compassionate care. She strives for shared decision-making in chronic disease management and incorporates socioeconomic factors and cultural practices into treatment plans. Prior to returning to school to pursue nursing; she worked in the emergency room and family medicine. In her spare time; Julia enjoys cooking; hiking; paddle boarding; and playing pickleball. She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency.

Dr. Richard Kaufman is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon and Wound Care Specialist Physician who proudly serves the metro Atlanta area. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, a Diplomate of the American Board of Wound Management, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.Dr. Kaufman subspecializes in management and treatment of complex lower extremity wounds, foot and ankle reconstruction, Charcot foot and ankle deformity and bunion surgery (utilizing the latest three dimensional and minimally invasive techniques). He practices Podiatry in Roswell, GA and at Piedmont Atlanta's Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center.In his spare time, Dr. Kaufman enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons, along with his extended family in the metro-Atlanta area. He is a passionate alpine skier and loves technology.Dr. Kaufman is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans and Medicare. Mr. Kaufman is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Eschar, Gangrene, Morton Neuroma, and Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome.

Dr. Goldfine is committed to bringing his patients the highest level of care. He is a highly trained specialist in an array of lower extremity conditions, including plantar fasciitis, orthotics, ingrown toenails, wound care, wart removal, sports medicine, hammertoes, bunions, palliative care, and surgical intervention.Dr. Goldfine was born in Atlanta and raised in Roswell. After attending college in Washington DC, graduate school in New York, and a first-rate ankle and foot residency training in Michigan, Dr. Goldfine returned to Georgia with his family to open his practice. He lives in North Metro-Atlanta with his wife Shaynah Goldfine, DPM, and his two energetic daughters, Leah and Maya. The Goldfines are very active in their community, and enjoy hiking, camping, traveling, and attending concerts.For information about their practice, please visitkennesawpodiatry.com. Mr. Goldfine is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, and Tendinitis.

Dr. Shaynah Goldfine was born and raised in Western Massachusetts, where she attended college at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. After completion of Podiatry school at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, she continued on to a 3 year hospital residency in Southeast Michigan. Her residency had an emphasis on both trauma and reconstructive surgery, as well as wound care and limb salvage. During her third year she was appointed to be chief resident of her residency program.Dr. Goldfine works in all facets of palliative and surgical care of her patients. She has a vested interest in all of her patients. She specializes in sports medicine, foot and ankle fractures, endoscopy, hammertoes, bunions, plantar fasciitis, ingrown nails, warts, sprains, implants, limb salvage, and wound care.For information about her practice, please visitkennesawpodiatry.com. Ms. Goldfine is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Bunions, Tendinitis, Fibromatosis, and Ledderhose Disease.

Dr. Vishal R. Patel was born and raised in New Jersey. He obtained his undergraduate degree at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ with a BA in Biological Sciences with a minor in Psychology. He then went on to obtain his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) from Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami Shores, Florida. He is Board Certified with the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.Dr. Patel completed his surgical residency in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery with an added credential of Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery at Hackensack Meridian Palisades Medical Center. Based on the selection of administration, he was chosen to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Patel is a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and American Podiatric Medical Association.Dr. Patel specializes in all ailments of the foot and ankle including elective forefoot surgery such as bunions and hammertoes, rearfoot reconstructive surgery, emergent trauma with internal and external fixation methods, diabetic limb salvage, infections, sports medicine, arthroscopic procedures, plastic surgery techniques, and Charcot reconstruction.When not in the office or operating room, Dr. Patel enjoys playing and watching basketball, football, baseball, and golf. He can be found at the nearest dog park, on the local hiking trail, or at the farmer's market getting ready to cook his next meal. He has traveled all over the world with his fiancée and they both hope to make Atlanta their home for life. Mr. Patel is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ingrown Toenail, Tendinitis, Morton Neuroma, and Plantar Fasciitis.

Dr. Bhikha was raised in Alpharetta, GA and after being away for over 10 years, he has settled back in his hometown. Having studied at the University of Georgia for his undergraduate education, Dr. Bhikha moved to Florida to pursue his training in Podiatric Medicine at the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine where he graduated with honors and was the class valedictorian. He completed his 3-year surgical training at the Inova Fairfax Hospital, which included comprehensive rotations in Diabetic Limb Salvage, Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma, Plastic Surgery and Wound Care. He served as Chief Resident of the Podiatric Surgery service at Inova Fairfax Hospital and as the Chief Podiatric Resident of Plastic Surgery Limb Salvage at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Bhikha provides services in Alpharetta and Roswell. Mr. Bhikha is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Contracture Deformity, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Bursitis.

Jessica Feehan is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodstock, Georgia. Her top areas of expertise are Carbuncle, Boils, Folliculitis, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Ms. Feehan is currently accepting new patients.

Andrew Daniel is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodstock, Georgia. His top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). Mr. Daniel is currently accepting new patients.

Meah Mccray is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodstock, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Ms. Mccray is currently accepting new patients.

Catherine Russell is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodstock, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Ms. Russell is currently accepting new patients.

Jason Watts is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodstock, Georgia. His top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Mr. Watts is currently accepting new patients.

Anna Jones is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodstock, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Schizoaffective Disorder. Ms. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

David Patton is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodstock, Georgia. His top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency.

Sydney Colon is a Nurse Practitioner in Holly Springs, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Protein Deficiency.

Cynthia Duprey is a Nurse Practitioner in Holly Springs, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. Ms. Duprey is currently accepting new patients.

Stacey Cox is a Nurse Practitioner in Holly Springs, Georgia. Ms. Cox has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency. Ms. Cox is currently accepting new patients.

Tami Mccoy is a Nurse Practitioner in Holly Springs, Georgia. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency and Hypoparathyroidism.

Jacquelyne Bodea is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodstock, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Ms. Bodea is currently accepting new patients.