Erin Reiter, PA-C is a nationally certified physician assistant specializing in orthopedic trauma surgery. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. She then earned her Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from The University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio.Erin has been practicing as a PA for 10 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Orthopedics, Erin was living in Ohio with her family, working in orthopedic spine surgery. While in Ohio, she partnered with the Physician Assistant Program at The University of Dayton as a preceptor and guest speaker. She is a member of the Ohio Association of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.In her spare time, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 kids. Since moving to Georgia, they have been getting acclimated to Georgia weather and southern food. Erin enjoys traveling, CrossFit and Ohio State Football.Erin is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Her top area of expertise is Fractured Spine.

Paul Schofield is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Plantar Fasciitis, Freiberg's Disease, and Rhizarthrosis. Mr. Schofield is currently accepting new patients.

Lauren Gadson is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. Her top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Synovitis. Ms. Gadson is currently accepting new patients.

Jonathan Hill, PA-C, earned his Physician Assistant degree from Emory University. He received his undergraduate degree in Athletic Training from Valdosta State University. He graduated in 2021 and prior to becoming a Physician Assistant worked for several years as an Athletic Trainer with the University of Georgia Athletic Department.He specializes in orthopedics, specifically hand and wrist injuries. He offers treatment for compressive neuropathies such as carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome. He also treats tendinopathies including trigger finger, de Quervain's tenosynovitis and tennis elbow; fractures of the hand, wrist and elbow; wrist and hand arthritis; and nerve injuries.In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family along with hiking and spending time outside with his loveable lab, Finn. His top area of expertise is Rhizarthrosis.

Kelly Ward received his Physician Assistant degree from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He has worked in the Athens area for over 20 years. Prior to attending Physician Assistant school, Kelly worked as an athletic trainer with the University of Georgia. He currently serves as a Team Clinician with the University of Georgia and assists Dr. Robert Hancock in all aspects of orthopedic sports medicine care.Kelly treats all sports related orthopedic conditions. He has a special interest in non-operative treatment and prevention of athletic injuries. He is proficient in the utilization of musculoskeletal ultrasound as a means of both diagnostic and treatment of athletic injuries.In his spare time, Kelly enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He is a sports enthusiast and enjoys the outdoors.Kelly welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. His top area of expertise is Rhizarthrosis.

Joe Kilzi received his Physician Assistant degree from South University in Savannah, Georgia. He completed his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina-Wilmington where he played collegiate soccer. He has worked in the Athens area for 15 years.Joe treats all sports related orthopedic conditions. He has a special interest in overhead athlete injuries and prevention in addition to anterior cruciate ligament injuries, which he has had personally.In his spare time, Joe enjoys spending time with his family and sports.Joe welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans.

Taylor Warfel received her Physician Assistant degree from Mercer University in Atlanta, Georgia. She received her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science from Kennesaw State University.Taylor is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Taylor is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Georgia Academy of Physician Assistants. As a former gymnast, Taylor has a special interest in sports medicine and prevention of athletic injuries.In her spare time, Taylor enjoys being outdoors, spending time with her husband and two dogs, and watching Georgia sports. Taylor grew up in Watkinsville and is excited to return home to serve her community. Taylor is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.

Kara Whyte is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. Ms. Whyte is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Tungiasis, Muscle Spasms, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection.

Leah Gumucio is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. Ms. Gumucio has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Menopause. Ms. Gumucio is currently accepting new patients.

Lydia LaHatte, PA-C, earned her medical degree from Mercer University. She received her undergraduate degree in Health Promotion from The University of Georgia.Lydia has one year of cardiology experience as a provider. She is board certified with the NCCPA and is a member of the American College of Cardiology.In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her nieces and nephews, reading, and cooking. She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), and Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT).

Erika Lauderdale, MMS, PA-C, earned her master's degree from Lincoln Memorial University. She received her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from the University of Tennessee and is a board-certified Physician Assistant. Erika has been practicing medicine for over five years with three years having been practiced in Gynecologic Oncology.Erika specializes in Gynecologic Oncology and treats conditions such as gynecologic malignancies which includes ovarian, uterine, cervix, vulvar cancer as well as other benign disease processes.In her spare time, Erika enjoys hiking, running, camping, and spending time outdoors with her family and two rescue dogs. Her top area of expertise is Angiomyoma.

Joseph Hwang is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. His top areas of expertise are Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection and Eyelid Bump.

Ebony Cooke is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Muscle Spasms.

Daniel Gallo is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. His top area of expertise is Muscle Spasms.

Karly Kincaid-Moss is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Plaque Psoriasis.

Carrie Prowell-Pixley is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency. Ms. Prowell-Pixley is currently accepting new patients.

Amanda Bowers is a Physician Assistant in Athens, Georgia. Ms. Bowers has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Ms. Bowers is currently accepting new patients.

John Walker is a Physician Assistant in Athens, Georgia. Mr. Walker is currently accepting new patients.

Edward Shelton is a Physician Assistant and a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Mr. Shelton is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Melorheostosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

Meagan Rector is a Physician Assistant in Athens, Georgia. Ms. Rector is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Cervical Myelopathy.

Mandy Eichenlaub is a Physician Assistant in Athens, Georgia. Ms. Eichenlaub is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Sacroiliac Joint Disease. Ms. Eichenlaub is currently accepting new patients.

Angela Stiles is a Physician Assistant and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Ms. Stiles is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, and Asthma in Children.

Morgan Rains is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. Ms. Rains has been practicing medicine for over 10 years.

Christina Tipton is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia.

Jacob Anderson is a Physician Assistant in Bishop, Georgia.