Summit Surgical Specialists has recently joined WellStar Medical Group (WMG). The practice will be known as WellStar Medical Group, Summit Surgical, and will remain in their current office location of 590 Nancy Street, Marietta, Ga., 30060.
The newly named WellStar Medical Group, Summit Surgical includes Drs. Chris Andersen, Robert Holcomb, Gary Hathaway, Jeffrey Schwab, and Sahir Shroff, who specializes in surgical oncology. Joining the practice is Sartaj Sanghera, also a surgical oncologist. The group will continue to provide a full range of surgical services including general, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, as well as surgical oncology.
“Summit Surgical is very excited to be joining WellStar Medical Group,” explained Chris Andersen, M.D. “The partnership has allowed us to bring in Dr. Sartaj Sanghera, a new Surgical Oncologist. Dr. Sanghera will be joining Dr. Sahir Shroff to assist with comprehensive surgical management for our rapidly growing WellStar Cancer Network. This alliance will help Summit Surgical to expand in new locations providing more convenient care for general surgery.”
In addition, Cartersville Surgical has recently joined WMG. The practice will be known as WellStar Cartersville Surgical, and will remain in their current office location of 10 Cloverleaf Drive, Cartersville, Ga. 30120.
“The WellStar Medical Group is very fortunate to establish partnerships with two extremely well-respected practices in the metro area,” said Robert Jansen, M.D., executive vice president, WellStar Medical Group president and chief administrative medical officer.
The newly named WellStar Cartersville Surgical includes Drs. Grant Taylor and Scott Daniel. The group will continue to provide a full range of surgical services including breast disease, gastrointestinal and endocrine surgeries, as well as imagery services.
“I am very excited about working for a world-class organization,” said Grant Taylor, M.D. “WellStar is well positioned for any future changes in healthcare.”
Friday, September 13, 2013
WellStar Connect Video Minute
The latest WellStar Connect Video Minute highlights MyChart. Physician Champion Murphy Townsend, M.D., discusses how MyChart will change the patient experience by allowing patients access to test results, medication instructions, history, as well as email questions and pay their bills. Watch the video here: http://youtu.be/kspzN7oEZnI
WellStar Connect’s Pilot Site went Live September 3!
On September 3, Dr. Thomas Gearhard and the WellStar Cobb Family Medicine practice made history by being the first to implement our WellStar Connect Epic® Electronic Health Record system. All five providers were on hand to take part in this monumental event.
By close of business, these providers and their staff cared for 58 patients. “By 10:30 a.m. the front office was humming along and by 2 p.m. the back office was doing the same,” explained Cheryl Stephens, Office Manager.
“This was the smoothest Epic implementation she has ever been associated with,” Julie Lewis, Epic Ambulatory project manager commented.
At the end of the day, a Go-Live Leadership conference call was held with the project team and operational leaders to discuss the first day of operations; daily calls will continue to provide information about the pilot site’s progress. All issues identified during this first day of operation were reviewed and most were resolved by the close of business today.
As a result of the pilot go-live, several tip sheets are now in development and will be shared with CyberStars and team members. Please feel free to reach out to any member of the project team or visit the WellStar Connect website for assistance.
WellStar Connect eLearning (Computer‐Based Learning)
WellStar Connect eLearning is the computer based learning assignment that is to be completed prior to our WellStar Connect classroom training.
The eLearning assignments are available several weeks prior to the classroom training. Those in Phase 1 have access to their assignments now. Phase 2 (Kennestone & 35 WellStar Medical Group practices) will be able to access eLearning near the end of September.
These computer based assignments are accessed via SuccessFactors Learning. SuccessFactors Learning can be accessed via the following methods:
https://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/. Use the Chrome web browser when accessing SuccessFactors Learning from a Mac.
For questions, please contact the WellStar Connect training team at connecttraining@wellstar.org or call 470‐956‐6422.
The eLearning assignments are available several weeks prior to the classroom training. Those in Phase 1 have access to their assignments now. Phase 2 (Kennestone & 35 WellStar Medical Group practices) will be able to access eLearning near the end of September.
These computer based assignments are accessed via SuccessFactors Learning. SuccessFactors Learning can be accessed via the following methods:
- Click on the SuccessFactors Learning link on eSource
- Enter Username and Password
- Click on this link:
- Enter Username and Password
- Click on SuccessFactors Login link on www.wellstar.org under Healthcare Professionals
- Enter Username and Password
https://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/. Use the Chrome web browser when accessing SuccessFactors Learning from a Mac.
For questions, please contact the WellStar Connect training team at connecttraining@wellstar.org or call 470‐956‐6422.
Shravantika Reddy, M.D.: Caring for Patients Throughout Life
As a family and geriatric medicine specialist, Shravantika Reddy, M.D., enjoys caring for patients young and old, throughout their lifetimes.
“The combination of family and geriatric medicine is a good mix,” said the physician, who joined the WellStar Medical Group nearly two years ago. “We see anyone two years old and up. It’s great to get to know patients and their families, and care for them as they go through different phases of life. I treat each patient holistically, considering their physical, mental and emotional health.”
Though Dr. Reddy believes most primary care physicians are well versed in treating older patients, she believes many seniors can benefit from the care of a geriatric specialist.
“As we age, our bodies deal with medicines differently,” she explained. “Polypharmacy in patients with multiple medical problems, those with memory loss and patients at risk of falls; all could be helped by a geriatrician.”
Dr. Reddy helps patients deal with a broad spectrum of age-related challenges, from pain and falls to dementia, depression and incontinence. “I have a special interest in falls, and work hard to help patients prevent them, whether they are a side effect of a medication or happen for other reasons.”
Dr. Reddy also provides preventive care, such as immunizations and complete physicals and urgent care.
“My goal is to help my patients achieve their best living scenarios and keep them functioning, productive and happy for as long as possible.”
Her tips for healthy aging are to increase physical and mental activity, and to keep up-to-date on physicals and immunizations. “Appropriate exercise is key to preventing osteoporosis and keeps us fit which improves survival and general well-being,” she said.
When she’s not busy with her patients, Dr. Reddy enjoys spending time with her husband, a cardiologist, and her three children, ages 5, 12 and 15. “I enjoy my family life as much as my life at work,” she said.
WellStar Family and Geriatric Medicine, now in Marietta, will be moving to the new East Cobb Health Park when it opens next year. The practice can be reached at 678-403-4660.
“The combination of family and geriatric medicine is a good mix,” said the physician, who joined the WellStar Medical Group nearly two years ago. “We see anyone two years old and up. It’s great to get to know patients and their families, and care for them as they go through different phases of life. I treat each patient holistically, considering their physical, mental and emotional health.”
Though Dr. Reddy believes most primary care physicians are well versed in treating older patients, she believes many seniors can benefit from the care of a geriatric specialist.
“As we age, our bodies deal with medicines differently,” she explained. “Polypharmacy in patients with multiple medical problems, those with memory loss and patients at risk of falls; all could be helped by a geriatrician.”
Dr. Reddy helps patients deal with a broad spectrum of age-related challenges, from pain and falls to dementia, depression and incontinence. “I have a special interest in falls, and work hard to help patients prevent them, whether they are a side effect of a medication or happen for other reasons.”
Dr. Reddy also provides preventive care, such as immunizations and complete physicals and urgent care.
“My goal is to help my patients achieve their best living scenarios and keep them functioning, productive and happy for as long as possible.”
Her tips for healthy aging are to increase physical and mental activity, and to keep up-to-date on physicals and immunizations. “Appropriate exercise is key to preventing osteoporosis and keeps us fit which improves survival and general well-being,” she said.
When she’s not busy with her patients, Dr. Reddy enjoys spending time with her husband, a cardiologist, and her three children, ages 5, 12 and 15. “I enjoy my family life as much as my life at work,” she said.
WellStar Family and Geriatric Medicine, now in Marietta, will be moving to the new East Cobb Health Park when it opens next year. The practice can be reached at 678-403-4660.
New Provider Bios
Amy Carroll, M.D.
Dr. Carroll earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Georgia State University in Atlanta, Ga. and her medical degree from the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Ga. She completed her residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas and completed her fellowship at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Carroll is a member of the American Association for Cancer Research, Society of Gynecologic Oncology, American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Carroll is in practice with WellStar Gynecologic Oncology.
Charles Haendel, D.P.M.
Dr. Haendel earned his bachelor’s from the University of Cincinnati in Ohio. He received his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University. He completed his residency at Lakeview Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
He is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and the American Medical Association. Dr. Haendel is in practice with WellStar, Podiatry.
Christine Min, M.D.
Dr. Min received her bachelor’s degree from in economics and managerial studies from Rice University in Houston, Texas and earned her medical degree from John Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore. She completed her internship at Harbor Hospital in Baltimore, MD and her residency at New York University School of Medicine.
She is a member of American Society for Radiation Oncology, Radiological Society of North America and American Brachytherapy Society. Dr. Min is in practice WellStar Radiation Oncology.
James Callahan, M.D.
Dr. Callahan earned his bachelor’s degree at Rice University in Houston and his medical degree at Morehouse School of Medicine. He completed his residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.
He is a member of the American Medical Association and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Callahan is a hospitalist with WellStar Douglas Hospital.
Joseph Redcross, D.O.
Dr. Redcross earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Ala. and his medical degree from Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. He completed his general surgery residency at PinnacleHealth/Harrisburg Hospital in Harrisburg, Pa.
Board certified, Dr. Redcross is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American Medical Association and American College of Surgeons. Dr. Redcross is in practice with WellStar Surgical Associates of Marietta.
Kirti Chavan, M.D.
Dr. Chavan earned her medical degree from the University of Dubai/Dr. D Y Patil Medical College in Mumbai, India. She completed an internal medicine internship at The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio and a dermatology residency at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai.
Dr. Chavan is in practice with WellStar South Cobb Primary Care.
Maria Casiano, M.D.
Dr. Casiano received her bachelor’s degree from Tulane University in New Orleans and earned her medical degree from Mercer University. She completed her residency at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies in Orlando, Fla.
Dr. Casiano is in practice with WellStar South Cobb OB/GYN.
Pamela Gordon, M.D.
Dr. Gordon earned her bachelor’s degree at the University of St. Andrews in the United Kingdom. She earned her medical degree at the University of Manchester. She completed her internal medicine residency at St. John Hospital in Detroit.
Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gordon is in practice with WellStar Palliative Medicine.
Rishi Gupta, M.D.
Dr. Gupta earned his bachelor’s degree at Columbia University and earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College. He completed his internal medicine internship at the University Of Nevada Las Vegas School Of Medicine. He completed his residency in neurology at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center.
He is a member of the American Neurological Association. Dr. Gupta is in practice with WellStar Neurosurgery.
Omari Hodge, M.D.
Dr. Hodge received his bachelor’s degree from the State University of West Georgia and earned his medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta. He completed his internship and residency at Self Regional Hospital in Greenwood, South Carolina.
He is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Hodge is in practice with WellStar Urgent Care in Acworth.
Franklin Lin, M.D.
Dr. Lin graduated magna cum laude with his bachelor’s degree from Duke University in Durham, N.C., and his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, Fla. He completed his internship at the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Ga.
He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons and is a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, a board member of the Georgia Neurological Society and a member of the Cobb County Medical Society. Dr. Lin is in practice with WellStar Medical Group Neurosurgery.
Alan Cheng, M.D.
Dr. Cheng earned his bachelor’s and medical degree at Emory University in Atlanta. He completed his residency and internship at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He is completing his fellowship at Emory University.
He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cheng is in practice with WellStar Cardiovascular Medicine.
Dr. Carroll earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Georgia State University in Atlanta, Ga. and her medical degree from the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Ga. She completed her residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas and completed her fellowship at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Carroll is a member of the American Association for Cancer Research, Society of Gynecologic Oncology, American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Carroll is in practice with WellStar Gynecologic Oncology.
Charles Haendel, D.P.M.
Dr. Haendel earned his bachelor’s from the University of Cincinnati in Ohio. He received his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University. He completed his residency at Lakeview Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
He is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and the American Medical Association. Dr. Haendel is in practice with WellStar, Podiatry.
Christine Min, M.D.
Dr. Min received her bachelor’s degree from in economics and managerial studies from Rice University in Houston, Texas and earned her medical degree from John Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore. She completed her internship at Harbor Hospital in Baltimore, MD and her residency at New York University School of Medicine.
She is a member of American Society for Radiation Oncology, Radiological Society of North America and American Brachytherapy Society. Dr. Min is in practice WellStar Radiation Oncology.
James Callahan, M.D.
Dr. Callahan earned his bachelor’s degree at Rice University in Houston and his medical degree at Morehouse School of Medicine. He completed his residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.
He is a member of the American Medical Association and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Callahan is a hospitalist with WellStar Douglas Hospital.
Joseph Redcross, D.O.
Dr. Redcross earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Ala. and his medical degree from Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. He completed his general surgery residency at PinnacleHealth/Harrisburg Hospital in Harrisburg, Pa.
Board certified, Dr. Redcross is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American Medical Association and American College of Surgeons. Dr. Redcross is in practice with WellStar Surgical Associates of Marietta.
Kirti Chavan, M.D.
Dr. Chavan earned her medical degree from the University of Dubai/Dr. D Y Patil Medical College in Mumbai, India. She completed an internal medicine internship at The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio and a dermatology residency at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai.
Dr. Chavan is in practice with WellStar South Cobb Primary Care.
Maria Casiano, M.D.
Dr. Casiano received her bachelor’s degree from Tulane University in New Orleans and earned her medical degree from Mercer University. She completed her residency at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies in Orlando, Fla.
Dr. Casiano is in practice with WellStar South Cobb OB/GYN.
Pamela Gordon, M.D.
Dr. Gordon earned her bachelor’s degree at the University of St. Andrews in the United Kingdom. She earned her medical degree at the University of Manchester. She completed her internal medicine residency at St. John Hospital in Detroit.
Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gordon is in practice with WellStar Palliative Medicine.
Rishi Gupta, M.D.
Dr. Gupta earned his bachelor’s degree at Columbia University and earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College. He completed his internal medicine internship at the University Of Nevada Las Vegas School Of Medicine. He completed his residency in neurology at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center.
He is a member of the American Neurological Association. Dr. Gupta is in practice with WellStar Neurosurgery.
Omari Hodge, M.D.
Dr. Hodge received his bachelor’s degree from the State University of West Georgia and earned his medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta. He completed his internship and residency at Self Regional Hospital in Greenwood, South Carolina.
He is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Hodge is in practice with WellStar Urgent Care in Acworth.
Franklin Lin, M.D.
Dr. Lin graduated magna cum laude with his bachelor’s degree from Duke University in Durham, N.C., and his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, Fla. He completed his internship at the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Ga.
He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons and is a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, a board member of the Georgia Neurological Society and a member of the Cobb County Medical Society. Dr. Lin is in practice with WellStar Medical Group Neurosurgery.
Alan Cheng, M.D.
Dr. Cheng earned his bachelor’s and medical degree at Emory University in Atlanta. He completed his residency and internship at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He is completing his fellowship at Emory University.
He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cheng is in practice with WellStar Cardiovascular Medicine.
September 2013 Department Meetings
WellStar Cobb Hospital
WellStar Douglas Hospital
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
WellStar Paulding Hospital
WellStar Windy Hill Hospital
Committee/Dept. |
Date & Time |
Place |
| Medical Executive Committee | Sept. 17; noon | Jasmine/Wisteria Room |
| Pediatrics | Sept. 24; 12:30 p.m. | Jasmine/Wisteria Room |
| Surgery | Sept. 30; 5:30 p.m. | Magnolia Room |
| Int. Med. Department | Sept. 30; 5:30 p.m. | Jasmine/Wisteria Room |
| Family Practice Department | Sept. 30; 5:45 p.m. | Dogwood Room |
| General Staff | Sept. 30; 6:30 p.m. | Auditorium |
WellStar Douglas Hospital
Committee/Dept. |
Date & Time |
Place |
| Advanced Practice Professionals | Sept. 25; 6 p.m. | Sycamore Room |
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Committee/Dept. |
Date & Time |
Place |
| OB/GYN | Sept. 16; 5:30 p.m. | Azalea/Camellia Room |
| Surgery | Sept. 18; 7 a.m. | Azalea/Camellia Room |
| Medicine | Sept. 19; 7 a.m. | KMR |
| Family Medicine | Sept. 19; 7 p.m. | KMR |
| Advanced Practice Professionals | Sept. 25; 6 p.m. | Auditorium |
WellStar Paulding Hospital
| Committee/Dept. | Date & Time | Place |
| Medical Executive Committee | Sept. 12; 12:30 p.m. | Dogwood Room |
| Medicine | Sept. 26; 7 a.m. | East Paulding Primary Care Conference Room |
WellStar Windy Hill Hospital
Committee/Dept. |
Date & Time |
Place |
| Medical Executive Committee | Sept. 18; 5:15 p.m. | Admin Conf Room |
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