Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Nikeva Johnson’s desire to become a physician started at a young age due to her admiration for her Pediatrician. This was solidified by her love of the sciences and passion to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
Dr. Johnson completed her undergraduate studies at Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, AL. Her activities included shadowing Primary Care physicians and volunteering at the Atlanta VA Medical Center ER. She then attended medical school at the Medical College of GA in Augusta, GA.
During her medical school training, Dr. Johnson developed an interest in Internal Medicine due to her desire to care for the whole patient. She attended Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA for intern and residency training. She decided to focus on Primary Care because of her love of the relationships formed between patients and families as a Primary Care Physician.
In her leisure time, Dr. Johnson enjoys spending time with her family, watching movies, singing, and being involved in her church.
Himanshi Chopra, MD, is a board-certified physician in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine with a passion for preventive care, chronic disease management, weight management, and outpatient procedures. She is committed to helping patients achieve long-term wellness through compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care.
Dr. Chopra attended Purdue University for undergraduate education and went on to receive her medical degree from International Medical University. She completed her Family Medicine residency at McLaren Oakland Hospital, where she excelled academically and clinically and served as Chief Resident of her program.
During residency, Dr. Chopra was deeply involved in community outreach, a commitment inspired by her father’s teachings. She led numerous quality improvement, research, and patient education initiatives. In recognition of her leadership and dedication, she received the prestigious Graduate Medical Education Excellence Award from the American Academy of Family Physicians in 2021, an honor recognizing her as one of the top 12 resident physicians in the nation. Dr. Chopra credits this achievement to her mentors, educators, and patients, whose support continues to inspire her passion for medicine.
In 2026, Dr. Chopra was named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor of Atlanta, an honor awarded to physicians nominated by their peers and evaluated for their board certifications, professional accomplishments, clinical excellence, and dedication to patient care. This distinction places her among a select group of physicians recognized for making a meaningful impact in healthcare and within their communities.
Now proudly back home in Atlanta, Dr. Chopra enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends. A former competitive swimmer, rower, and fencer, she maintains a strong interest in fitness, nutrition, and animal welfare.
At Optimal Performance Medicine in Woodstock, Georgia, Michael Skardasis, MD, gained a reputation as the doctor that takes his patients off medicine. After spending more than 12 years at North Georgia Internal Medicine, Dr. Skardasis experienced the power that good nutrition has on changing a person’s health.
Dr. Skardasis opened Optimal Performance Medicine in 2018. At his practice, patients come first, and he provides individualized empathic care focused on creating health instead of treating sick.
Dr. Skardasis was born and raised in Atlanta. After earning his bachelor of science from the University of Georgia in Athens, he went on to the prestigious Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta for his medical degree. Initially, Dr. Skardasis set out to pursue a career as a surgeon, but after two years of surgical training, he switched gears to internal medicine. He completed his residency at Grady Memorial Hospital, which became like a second home.
To expand the depth of his medical knowledge, Dr. Skardasis also spent time at the Atlanta VA Medical Center, Emory University, and Emory University Midtown Hospital during his training, which he considers some of his fondest memories.
After completing his training, Dr. Skardasis spent time at the Kaufmann Clinic, working at both the Woodstock and Midtown locations, as well as North Georgia Internal Medicine. He also spent time working as a hospitalist at WellStar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, Georgia.
Dr. Skardasis is on a mission to create healthy people and take them off medicine. To schedule an appointment with the experienced physician at Optimal Performance Medicine, call today or book online.
“Dr. Skardasis has been my physician for numerous years, first at North GA Internal Medicine, and now at Optimal Performance. Moving to a different medical organization to continue seeing the same Physician speaks volumes to my testimony of his competency as an internist, his thoroughness, and compassionate care for his patients. His staff Marcie, Tomee, and Jack are very friendly and professional. This makes the office visit overall very pleasant!”
Dr Michael Skardasis, MD
Internist
120 Stonebridge Parkway
430
Woodstock, GA 30189
4.84(76)
Dr. Andrea Teodorovic, MD
Family Physician 25.9 mi
3905 Johns Creek Court
Suite 200
Suwanee, GA 30024
Dr. Andrea Teodorovic is a board-certified family medicine physician dedicated to providing compassionate, whole-person care to individuals and families across all stages of life. Originally from Vršac, a town in the northern Serbian region of Vojvodina, Dr. Teodorovic comes from a four-generation family of physicians. Her commitment to building lifelong relationships with patients is rooted in this strong medical heritage and a deep understanding of the human experience.
Dr. Teodorovic earned her medical degree from the University of Belgrade Faculty of Medicine in Serbia, completing her studies in 2019. She continued her medical training in the United States through the Family Medicine Residency Program at St. Luke’s University Health Network in Allentown, Pennsylvania, where she served as Chief Resident. During her time at St. Luke’s, she led impactful community outreach initiatives, including free health screenings and patient-education workshops. Her leadership secured a $25,000 grant to support these community health efforts.
In addition to her medical credentials, Dr. Teodorovic holds certifications in Transactional Analysis and Emotional Intelligence, enhancing her ability to deliver empathetic and psychologically informed care. She is also certified in Nexplanon insertion, expanding her scope in women’s health.
Dr. Teodorovic speaks Serbian, Romanian, and English fluently, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population. Outside of her clinical work, she is a trained pianist and solo vocalist, and enjoys expressing her creativity through drawing and painting. She cherishes time spent with her partner and their dog and embraces life’s simple pleasures—especially sharing good food and coffee with loved ones, a tradition close to her Balkan roots.
Nikeva Johnson’s desire to become a physician started at a young age due to her admiration for her Pediatrician. This was solidified by her love of the sciences and passion to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
Dr. Johnson completed her undergraduate studies at Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, AL. Her activities included shadowing Primary Care physicians and volunteering at the Atlanta VA Medical Center ER. She then attended medical school at the Medical College of GA in Augusta, GA.
During her medical school training, Dr. Johnson developed an interest in Internal Medicine due to her desire to care for the whole patient. She attended Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA for intern and residency training. She decided to focus on Primary Care because of her love of the relationships formed between patients and families as a Primary Care Physician.
In her leisure time, Dr. Johnson enjoys spending time with her family, watching movies, singing, and being involved in her church.
Rekha Kesavan, MD, is a board-certified internist specializing in women’s wellness. Dr. Kesavan provides patient-centered care at Comprehensive Primary Care in Lawrenceville and Suwanee, Georgia. Dr. Kesavan earned her Doctor of Medicine at Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research in Chennai, India, an affiliate of Harvard Medical International. She then relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to continue her medical training, completing her internal medicine internship and residency at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center. In practice for more than 10 years, Dr. Kesavan has developed an excellent reputation for her bedside manner. She is known for providing thorough examinations, answering all patient questions, and providing clear and concise explanations to her patients about their health issues and needs. Dr. Kesavan is a caring and knowledgeable provider who invests in the lifelong health of her patients and their families. A native of Gwinnett County, Dr. Kesavan lives in Duluth with her husband and daughter. When she’s not taking care of patients, Dr. Kesavan enjoys playing the piano, traveling, and spending time with her family.
“She is a caring and compassionate doctor. She always smile and lets me smile when I see her. She is very caring to patients, especially me. She talks to you with concern. She is the most empathetic doctor I ever had. She needs to teach classes on proper medical etiquette when dealing with patients. She always her telephone service.If not, she has someone to take the calls, and would settle the whole thing. She was born with empathy and has the passion to exhibit it when you see her. I used to live in New York, and many of the doctors just did the job and did not care how you feel. Some of them operated their office like a train station. You come and you go immediately. There was no compassion of what some of them weee doing. When I came down here, I tried to find the best doctor I could find. Dr. Kessevan was the one and the only one.”
Rekha Kesavan, MD
Internist
3905 Johns Creek Court
Suite 200
Suwanee, GA 30024
4.99(1574)
Himanshi Chopra, MD
Family Physician 25.9 mi
3905 Johns Creek Court
Suite 200
Suwanee, GA 30024
Himanshi Chopra, MD, is a board-certified physician in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine with a passion for preventive care, chronic disease management, weight management, and outpatient procedures. She is committed to helping patients achieve long-term wellness through compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care.
Dr. Chopra attended Purdue University for undergraduate education and went on to receive her medical degree from International Medical University. She completed her Family Medicine residency at McLaren Oakland Hospital, where she excelled academically and clinically and served as Chief Resident of her program.
During residency, Dr. Chopra was deeply involved in community outreach, a commitment inspired by her father’s teachings. She led numerous quality improvement, research, and patient education initiatives. In recognition of her leadership and dedication, she received the prestigious Graduate Medical Education Excellence Award from the American Academy of Family Physicians in 2021, an honor recognizing her as one of the top 12 resident physicians in the nation. Dr. Chopra credits this achievement to her mentors, educators, and patients, whose support continues to inspire her passion for medicine.
In 2026, Dr. Chopra was named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor of Atlanta, an honor awarded to physicians nominated by their peers and evaluated for their board certifications, professional accomplishments, clinical excellence, and dedication to patient care. This distinction places her among a select group of physicians recognized for making a meaningful impact in healthcare and within their communities.
Now proudly back home in Atlanta, Dr. Chopra enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends. A former competitive swimmer, rower, and fencer, she maintains a strong interest in fitness, nutrition, and animal welfare.
Rekha Kesavan, MD, is a board-certified internist specializing in women’s wellness. Dr. Kesavan provides patient-centered care at Comprehensive Primary Care in Lawrenceville and Suwanee, Georgia. Dr. Kesavan earned her Doctor of Medicine at Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research in Chennai, India, an affiliate of Harvard Medical International. She then relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to continue her medical training, completing her internal medicine internship and residency at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center. In practice for more than 10 years, Dr. Kesavan has developed an excellent reputation for her bedside manner. She is known for providing thorough examinations, answering all patient questions, and providing clear and concise explanations to her patients about their health issues and needs. Dr. Kesavan is a caring and knowledgeable provider who invests in the lifelong health of her patients and their families. A native of Gwinnett County, Dr. Kesavan lives in Duluth with her husband and daughter. When she’s not taking care of patients, Dr. Kesavan enjoys playing the piano, traveling, and spending time with her family.
“She is a caring and compassionate doctor. She always smile and lets me smile when I see her. She is very caring to patients, especially me. She talks to you with concern. She is the most empathetic doctor I ever had. She needs to teach classes on proper medical etiquette when dealing with patients. She always her telephone service.If not, she has someone to take the calls, and would settle the whole thing. She was born with empathy and has the passion to exhibit it when you see her. I used to live in New York, and many of the doctors just did the job and did not care how you feel. Some of them operated their office like a train station. You come and you go immediately. There was no compassion of what some of them weee doing. When I came down here, I tried to find the best doctor I could find. Dr. Kessevan was the one and the only one.”
Rekha Kesavan, MD
Internist
761 Walther Road
Suite 200
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
4.99(1574)
Nikeva Johnson, MD
Internist 28.0 mi
761 Walther Road
Suite 200
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Nikeva Johnson’s desire to become a physician started at a young age due to her admiration for her Pediatrician. This was solidified by her love of the sciences and passion to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
Dr. Johnson completed her undergraduate studies at Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, AL. Her activities included shadowing Primary Care physicians and volunteering at the Atlanta VA Medical Center ER. She then attended medical school at the Medical College of GA in Augusta, GA.
During her medical school training, Dr. Johnson developed an interest in Internal Medicine due to her desire to care for the whole patient. She attended Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA for intern and residency training. She decided to focus on Primary Care because of her love of the relationships formed between patients and families as a Primary Care Physician.
In her leisure time, Dr. Johnson enjoys spending time with her family, watching movies, singing, and being involved in her church.
Dr. Andrea Teodorovic is a board-certified family medicine physician dedicated to providing compassionate, whole-person care to individuals and families across all stages of life. Originally from Vršac, a town in the northern Serbian region of Vojvodina, Dr. Teodorovic comes from a four-generation family of physicians. Her commitment to building lifelong relationships with patients is rooted in this strong medical heritage and a deep understanding of the human experience.
Dr. Teodorovic earned her medical degree from the University of Belgrade Faculty of Medicine in Serbia, completing her studies in 2019. She continued her medical training in the United States through the Family Medicine Residency Program at St. Luke’s University Health Network in Allentown, Pennsylvania, where she served as Chief Resident. During her time at St. Luke’s, she led impactful community outreach initiatives, including free health screenings and patient-education workshops. Her leadership secured a $25,000 grant to support these community health efforts.
In addition to her medical credentials, Dr. Teodorovic holds certifications in Transactional Analysis and Emotional Intelligence, enhancing her ability to deliver empathetic and psychologically informed care. She is also certified in Nexplanon insertion, expanding her scope in women’s health.
Dr. Teodorovic speaks Serbian, Romanian, and English fluently, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population. Outside of her clinical work, she is a trained pianist and solo vocalist, and enjoys expressing her creativity through drawing and painting. She cherishes time spent with her partner and their dog and embraces life’s simple pleasures—especially sharing good food and coffee with loved ones, a tradition close to her Balkan roots.
Himanshi Chopra, MD, is a board-certified physician in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine with a passion for preventive care, chronic disease management, weight management, and outpatient procedures. She is committed to helping patients achieve long-term wellness through compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care.
Dr. Chopra attended Purdue University for undergraduate education and went on to receive her medical degree from International Medical University. She completed her Family Medicine residency at McLaren Oakland Hospital, where she excelled academically and clinically and served as Chief Resident of her program.
During residency, Dr. Chopra was deeply involved in community outreach, a commitment inspired by her father’s teachings. She led numerous quality improvement, research, and patient education initiatives. In recognition of her leadership and dedication, she received the prestigious Graduate Medical Education Excellence Award from the American Academy of Family Physicians in 2021, an honor recognizing her as one of the top 12 resident physicians in the nation. Dr. Chopra credits this achievement to her mentors, educators, and patients, whose support continues to inspire her passion for medicine.
In 2026, Dr. Chopra was named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor of Atlanta, an honor awarded to physicians nominated by their peers and evaluated for their board certifications, professional accomplishments, clinical excellence, and dedication to patient care. This distinction places her among a select group of physicians recognized for making a meaningful impact in healthcare and within their communities.
Now proudly back home in Atlanta, Dr. Chopra enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends. A former competitive swimmer, rower, and fencer, she maintains a strong interest in fitness, nutrition, and animal welfare.
My consistent approach to caring for my patients are: always listening to their concerns, coming up with an agreeable treatment plan together, and making sure they understand their treatment plan, medications, and goals.