Northside Hospital continues to expand its network of care, welcoming new physicians and advanced practice providers and increasing access to specialty and primary care services across Georgia.
Cardiovascular Care
Northside Hospital Heart Institute has welcomed four new specialists, expanding access to cardiovascular care across metro Atlanta:
- Dr. Nathaniel Dillard specializes in vascular surgery and complex vascular conditions, including aortic aneurysms and dissections, carotid disease, peripheral arterial disease, chronic limb-threatening ischemia and venous disease. He sees patients in Lawrenceville.
- Dr. Spencer Liu, an interventional cardiologist, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease, cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failure. He sees patients in Canton.
- Dr. Michael Cheng is a board-certified internal medicine physician and board-eligible cardiovascular disease specialist. He sees patients in Canton.
- Dr. Bria Rice is a board-certified cardiologist with fellowship training in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology. She sees patients in Gwinnett and Forsyth counties.
- More: northside.com/heart.
Endocrinology
Laureate Medical Group has welcomed Dr. Javeria Naz. Dr. Naz is a board-certified internal medicine physician and board-eligible endocrinologist providing comprehensive care for diabetes, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, adrenal conditions and pituitary disorders. She will see patients at the Sandy Springs office. More: laureatemed.com.
General and Colorectal Surgery
Chattahoochee Surgical Group has welcomed Dr. Daniel Patterson Allen Jr. Dr. Allen is a general surgeon specializing in complex hernia repair, including abdominal wall reconstruction, paraesophageal hernia repair and reflux disease, biliary and gallbladder disease, and acute care surgery. He sees patients at the Cumming and Dahlonega offices. More: chattahoocheesurgical.com.
Georgia Colon & Rectal Surgical Associates has welcomed two new colorectal surgeons:
- Dr. David Swift is a board-eligible general and colorectal surgeon specializing in the surgical treatment of colon and rectal conditions. He sees patients at the Midtown and Sandy Springs offices.
- Dr. Joon Kim is a board-eligible general and colorectal surgeon who specializes in diagnosing and surgically treating colon and rectal diseases. He sees patients in Lawrenceville and Sandy Springs.
- More: gcrsa.com.
Ophthalmology
Atlanta Ophthalmology Associates has welcomed Dr. Shibandri Das, a board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in cataract, ocular hypertension and glaucoma surgery. She sees patients in the Atlanta office. More: aoaeye.com.
Orthopedics
Northside Hospital Orthopedics Snellville welcomed Dr. Timilehin Wusu, an orthopedic surgeon who utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to effectively repair and treat a number of complex joint conditions. With a wide range of specialties, Dr. Wusu can perform everything from minimally invasive joint repair, to complete reconstruction and replacement, for shoulders, knees, hips and ankles. More: northside.com/ortho.
Primary Care
Laureate Medical Group has welcomed three new providers:
- Dr. Marcus Moses, a board-eligible internal medicine physician providing comprehensive adult primary care. His clinical interests include preventive medicine, chronic disease management, cardiovascular risk reduction, men's health, cancer prevention and lifestyle medicine. He sees patients in Midtown Atlanta.
- Hava Singer, PA-C, MHS, a board-certified physician assistant who provides comprehensive, patient-centered primary care with a focus on preventive health, women's health and chronic disease management. She has extensive experience caring for patients across the lifespan and specializes in preventive medicine, patient education and helping individuals better understand their health.
- Sophie Wilks, MSN, FNP-C, a certified family nurse practitioner providing primary care with clinical interests in preventive care, endocrine disorders, cardiovascular health, health literacy and patient empowerment. Known for her thoughtful, compassionate approach, Sophie values building relationships with her patients and helping them feel supported and confident in their care.
- More: laureatemed.com.
Medical Associates of North Georgia has welcomed Dr. Taylor O'Brien, a board-certified family medicine physician providing comprehensive care for patients across the lifespan. His clinical interests include preventive care, diabetes, hypertension, sports medicine and wound care. He sees patients in Canton. More: medassoc.com.
Northside Primary Care Associates has welcomed Mia Smith, FNP-C, a board-certified family nurse practitioner who provides comprehensive, patient-centered primary care across the lifespan. Her clinical interests include preventive care, chronic disease management and weight management. She provides annual wellness exams, preventive screenings, care for acute and chronic conditions, medication management and health counseling. More: nsprimarycareassoc.com.
Women's Services
Women's Specialists of Northside Gwinnett has welcomed two new obstetrician-gynecologists:
- Dr. Ria Mercy Richards is an obstetrician and gynecologist with specialized expertise in laparoscopic surgery and hysteroscopy.
- Dr. Madeline Herrera is an obstetrician-gynecologist and has specialized training in high-risk obstetrics, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery and office-based gynecologic procedures.
- More: womensspecialistsng.com.
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