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Quality care changes lives

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The proof is in our patients. It is because of our commitment to our patients, that we are dedicated to driving clinical excellence across the state of Georgia, and beyond. We are proud to offer our patients high-quality, life-changing care that can lead to happier, healthier lives. Through our 1,700+ locations, and our spectrum of services from Quick Care to experienced and knowledgeable specialists, we are making connections and empowering our patients. And our patients let us know that we're making a difference in the lives we touch, by sharing their stories and their gratitude through our Wall of Thanks. At Piedmont, we are:

  • Bringing transformative and high-quality healthcare to more than 3.2 million Georgians
  • Home to Nationally Ranked Cardiology, Neurology and Orthopedic Programs
  • A top 10 nationally ranked Transplant program
  • Leading real change in healthcare though groundbreaking research and clinical trials

Wall of Thanks

Bringing our community together to share stories, express thanks, and inspire with personal experiences.

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Mashman’s for a few years now. He has always had a warm and friendly presence. He allows you speak, listens carefully without distractions and strives to provide the care and feedback that best suits your issue. He sets the standard for the kind of care every physician should always provide. Natonya Harvey
I just want to say thank you to everyone. From the second I walked in the door with my grandmother everyone was so caring and compassionate. Dr. Goli was well worth the wait. She was very detailed in explaining her plan of care. We finally found a doctor that listens and understand. We are so thankful. Jodi Falany (Just Be Kind)
Dr Brown saved my wife's life after another system canceled my wife's surgery. We called Dr Brown, and he not only took on her surgery, but did it the following week. This was her 2nd open heart and was only given a 30% chance of survival. Thanks to Dr Brown she survived and doing well 5 years later. We won't go anywhere else. David Pargoff
Megan has helped me through two (2) shoulder surgeries, (rotator cuff, bicep tendon & clavicle) over the past year. Together with Jessica Rosser, she has delivered to me, the best care in physical therapy rehabilitation. Her efforts far exceeded any previous experiences I had in P.T. rehabilitation. Megan and her team are the best! Michael Wilk
I'm under the ongoing care of Cardiologist Dr Tesfaye Telila. I've had a cardiac CT scan and two follow-ups spanning a year's time. Each and every visit, I'm greeted respectfully, all concerns are shared with me in a way I understand, and no questions are left unanswered. I'm confident in saying Dr Telila and Piedmont Heart of Newnan, Ga are the cream of the crop in patient care. Mai Dele
Dr Szabo is the Best he took care of my wife Margaret Blackwood twice and he did everything he could to make my wife feel good. I could not recommend anybody better than Dr Szabo. He is what a Doctor should be. Thank you again Klaus Lenhard
Dr. Blackmon is absolutely the BEST DR. I HAVE EVER HAD!! She is caring, thorough, up to date on medical practices, proactive, and truly cares about my well-being ~ she makes going to see the doctor a JOY! If you are fortunate enough to see her as your doctor, you will know what a GEM she is! I'm so thankful for her wonderful care over the years. Christi Smith
Dr. Cheves treated me during a medical emergency. She is highly competent and incredibly compassionate. She and the ER and OR teams took great care of me. I was blessed that she was the doctor on call. I would trust her again with my life. I am extremely grateful. Ginny Spencer
My heart surgeries. I can't begin to thank my heart doctors enough for saving my life. I will forever be grateful to Dr. Shailesh Malla, MD. And the surgeon Dr. William Morris Brown. I thank them so much for their care. Can't thank them enough the whole care team was just awesome. Doris Dilbeck
Piedmont Eastside ER Nurse ER Nurse Brandie day shift made me and my family understand what was happening to me and what the treatment given to me would help. She understood and answered all our questions to the best of her medical knowledge. Lyda Mack Pridgen
My heart surgery. I cannot begin to say how grateful I am for my Doctors. Shailesh Malla cared for me for several years. Then came the time for open heart surgery. Then Dr. William Morris Brown my heart surgeon, was just an amazing caring physician. I was so blessed to know him. I can't thank him enough. Absolutely love my care team. Thank you for the gift of life. Doris Dilbeck
Thank you for all you did, and to my pulmonary nurse From the emergency room to a 8 day stay in ICU . My family thought we were done and so did I. The flu almost took me out but the great care I received at Piedmont had great results and my nurses and Dr’s were incredible. From my Italian valentine in icu to journey on the 6 th floor. Thank you for all you did, and to my pulmonary nurse who shared about her mother with me. Thank you! You are where you should be. Saving people. John Gregory
Dr. Cioffi Saved My Life While on a Rhine River cruise last May I suffered necrotizing pancreatitis. I spent 21 days in ICU in a German hospital before I was medevac'd back to the States. I wound up at Piedmont Columbus Midtown Hospital. I was told I was not going to live through the night twice. First, when I arrived in the ER in the German hospital, I overheard a doctor tell my wife, "His organs are shutting down, he is not going to make it, you need to prepare". Then at Piedmont Columbus Midtown Hospital the surgeons told me that none of them were qualified to perform the surgery I needed and excused themselves from my case. Then a doctor told my wife that I was not going to make it through the night, and she needed to call my family in to say goodbye. I survived the night, and the next morning they told me that they located Dr. Jessica Cioffi, a HPB surgeon at Piedmont Atlanta, who agreed to take my case. I was transferred to Piedmont Atlanta and soon after my arrival Dr. Jessica Cioffi came to my room. She examined me, reviewed my tests and images, and explained to me in detail what needed to be done with the prognosis for my recovery. A couple of days later she performed the surgery on me, removing my gall bladder, 80% of my pancreas, and several very large pseudocysts. During my recovery she checked on me several times a day, and when she couldn't come one of her PAs came. Her bedside manner is exemplary; she is kind, considerate, answered all of our questions without being rushed, and allayed all of our fears. She is compassionate and confident. I felt a comfort and peace knowing that she was taking care of me. Dr. Cioffi saved my life when other doctors had given up on me. According to the Cleveland Clinic 70% of people who experience necrotizing pancreatitis die. Thanks to Dr. Cioffi I am one of the lucky 30% who survived. And thanks to Dr. Cioffi, I got to celebrate my 70th birthday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas with my family and friends. What a gift! She needs to be on your Wall of Thanks (and featured in your commercial about Quality of Care I've seen on TV). Thank you, Dr. Cioffi! You're the best! Roger Buterbaugh
To the Congestive Heart Failure Team I just wanted to say how much I appreciate the staff in the ER and the Congestive Heart Failure floor. My mom was transported there for a uti and a fall. She was admitted and they were absolutely amazing. Due to reasons beyond their control her heart was too weak to continue and she passed. The love, care and compassion of the staff on duty the night my mom passed away was beyond amazing. I can’t thank them enough for taking such good care of her and the level of compassion they had for us as a family when we arrived the night she passed. Candace Fowls
That’s the Piedmont Difference! I have been coming to Piedmont since 1985 - my primary Teresa Clark had privileges there. She discovered my Afib in a physical. I inherited some heart issues from my dad. All my doctors are Piedmont Atlanta. I have had a cardioversion, 6 hour ablation in 2016 and stents and 9-19-24 will mark my 1 year TAVR procedure with Dr. Stewart. I am in a trial with the sapien x4 aortic valve. Also I have to recognize my 2 cardiologists and their wonderful staff for caring and taking care of my heart health. Dr. Hassan Sayegh ( my plumbing Dr. ) and Dr. Andy Wickliffe ( my electrical Dr. ) I would not go anywhere else for my care. That’s the Piedmont Difference! Philip Albury
So thankful to Dr. Page and his team Over 6 yrs ago when diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, Dr. Page drew out a plan of action shining light onto my wife and I. He uses his compassion, confidence, and experience to save lives...he saved mine!! Thank you and your team Dr. Page. Jerry Keefer Jerry Keefer
Megan Chambers - AMAZING Nurse! Megan Chambers at Piedmont Athens Regional is the most amazing nurse! She cared for my sister, Anna, in 2020. She was such a wonderful nurse to my sister and so kind to our family as we prepared to say goodbye. She connected with us and with my sister, even though Anna was unresponsive. Megan was pregnant and stayed after her 12 hour shift was over to be there with my sister as she became an organ donor. Megan showed Anna and our family tremendous kindness and care during the time we were there. I’m thankful I now call Megan a friend. Catherine Henry
Thanks to the Nursing Staff I want to compliment the nursing staff at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center. They have always been caring and competent for the 22 years that I have been going there for care. They are an asset to the community and to the hospital! Mary Ann Shipley

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