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Jamie Young, the founder and CEO of Real Results, has been helping people reach their weight loss goals for over a decade and truly loves her job. Her favorite part of helping people lose weight is the positive ripple effect that it has in the community. Feeling and looking your best not only makes a positive change in your life, it makes you a better employee, a better parent, a better friend and makes a huge difference in the lives of others. Jamie earned her Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Exercise and Sports Science from the University of Georgia. After graduation Jamie spent time in New York City as an Athletic Trainer, and Athens Georgia as a personal trainer where she fell in love with how losing weight can change people's lives. She is excited to partner with the best medical professionals in the area to provide weight loss services to Real Results Patients. Jamie lives in Kennesaw with her husband Philip, their daughter Jayden, and son Jackson.

Diara S. Gross, DO is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician, board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPM&R) as well as the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AOBPM&R). In 2015, she received her board certification in sports medicine following her sports medicine fellowship at North Shore LIJ-Plainview Hospital in NY. During her fellowship training, she was one of the team physicians for Long Island University-CW Post Football team for the 2013 season and was the sole medical provider for the football team’s away games. She also served as one of the covering medical physicians for the 2013 US Open. Dr. Gross believes in assessing the entire person in the context of injury with a holistic approach that focuses on decreasing pain, improving function and quality of life. Her passion is to address the needs of the active patient through education, prevention and lifestyle modification.

Allen Hord, MD, is a board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist at two Alliance Spine & Pain locations in Atlanta and Sandy Springs, Georgia. As the medical director, Dr. Hord holds a wealth of experience in interventional pain techniques, providing pain management services for over 30 years. 

Dr. Hord has been practicing medicine, teaching, and researching for over 16 years. He has dedicated his professional life to advancing the field of pain medicine as well as developing the skills of future professionals. 

With his extensive training and knowledge, he was grateful to have served as the Chief Medical Officer at Alliance Spine & Pain from 2013-2018. He is currently serving as the Medical Director at the practice. 

Dr. Hord is considered a pioneer in interventional pain management, highly regarded by his peers and patients alike as an expert in pain medicine. He is not only a physician but a clinical researcher, educator, and philanthropist. He was honored by the Atlanta Magazine as one of the “Top Doctors” in 2022. 

He specializes in treatments like radiofrequency ablation, spinal cord stimulation, epidural steroid injections, facet and medial branch blocks, as well as sympathetic nerve blocks.  

His philanthropic work includes serving on the board of directors for Flying Doctors of America and organizing medical mission trips in Central and South America and Asia. 

Beata Grochowska, MD, is a double board-certified Anesthesiologist and Pain Management  Specialist with over seventeen years of experience. Dedicated to providing high-quality care and pain relief for all her patients, Dr. Grochowska sees patients at Alliance Spine & Pain in Piedmont/Atlanta and Austell, Georgia.

Dr. Grochowska obtained her medical degree from the Medical Academies of Bialystok and Lublin (UMB) in Poland, strategically located in the heart of Europe. It’s soon to be branded Medical Academy and is ranked as one of the top global universities.

She completed her residency at Mokotow Hospital in Warsaw, Poland, and at Emory University Hospitals in Atlanta, Georgia, after relocating to the United States.

Before joining Alliance Spine & Pain, Dr. Grochowska gained valuable experience working as Medical Director and Chief of Anesthesia Services at Perimeter Surgery Center in Atlanta, specializing in chronic low back pain, Postlaminectomy syndrome, Lumbar Spondylosis, Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction, Sciatica, cervicogenic headache, CRPS, and Neuropathic Pain.

Her associations and memberships include American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP), American Academy of Pain Management (AAPM), American & Georgia Societies of Anesthesiologists, Society of Ambulatory Anesthesia (SAMBA), and European Society of Anesthesia (ESAIC).

Diara S. Gross, DO is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician, board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPM&R) as well as the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AOBPM&R). In 2015, she received her board certification in sports medicine following her sports medicine fellowship at North Shore LIJ-Plainview Hospital in NY. During her fellowship training, she was one of the team physicians for Long Island University-CW Post Football team for the 2013 season and was the sole medical provider for the football team’s away games. She also served as one of the covering medical physicians for the 2013 US Open. Dr. Gross believes in assessing the entire person in the context of injury with a holistic approach that focuses on decreasing pain, improving function and quality of life. Her passion is to address the needs of the active patient through education, prevention and lifestyle modification.

Fellowship-trained pain management specialist Miranda Reed Cleaver, DO, provides exceptional services to patients at the Cleaver Medical Group Interventional Pain offices in Dahlonega, Dawsonville, and Cumming, Georgia. Dr. Cleaver dedicates herself to relieving patients’ chronic pain and improving their quality of life.

Dr. Cleaver grew up in Chatsworth, Georgia, and attended the University of Georgia in Athens. She graduated in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in biology. After college, Dr. Cleaver went to medical school at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Georgia Campus in Suwanee, Georgia. After completing her medical degree, Dr. Cleaver did her residency in anesthesiology at McLaren Oakland Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan.

Dr. Cleaver completed a fellowship in pain management at McLaren Oakland Hospital. During her training, she perfected her skills in interventional pain management procedures. She established a pain management practice serving two hospitals in Northern Missouri. But her goal was always to return to her home state. She achieved that with the creation of the Cleaver Medical Group in Georgia.

Dr. Cleaver’s professional interests include lumbar (lower back) and cervical (neck) pain, particularly conditions caused by damaged spinal discs. She specializes in complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), thoracic (upper back) pain, knee and shoulder pain, osteoarthritis, and spinal cord stimulation. Although she can’t promise a pain-free life, Dr. Cleaver can undoubtedly reduce the overall pain burden and improve her patients’ quality of life. Her goal is to get every patient back to their previous daily function and activities.

Always a Bulldog at heart, Dr. Cleaver’s hobbies include spending time with her family and cheering on the University of Georgia Bulldogs.

Andrew Kilday, MD, is a skilled anesthesiologist and pain management specialist at Alliance Spine & Pain in Lawrenceville, Sandy Springs, and Covington, Georgia. He looks forward to serving patients in and around the community, providing them with excellent care. 

Dr. Kilday graduated from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia, with a degree in business management. Understanding his passion for people, he began his graduate studies at the University of Georgia, eventually earning his master’s in Public Health Policy and Management. 

Taking his interest in healthcare globally, Dr. Kilday received his medical training at the University of Queensland’s Ochsner Medical School in Brisbane, Australia, and New Orleans, Louisiana. Relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Kilday completed both a residency in anesthesiology and a fellowship in interventional pain management at Emory University’s School of Medicine. 

Dr. Kilday is board-certified in anesthesiology and board-eligible for interventional pain management. He looks forward to welcoming and treating patients at Alliance Spine & Pain.

Beata Grochowska, MD, is a double board-certified Anesthesiologist and Pain Management  Specialist with over seventeen years of experience. Dedicated to providing high-quality care and pain relief for all her patients, Dr. Grochowska sees patients at Alliance Spine & Pain in Piedmont/Atlanta and Austell, Georgia.

Dr. Grochowska obtained her medical degree from the Medical Academies of Bialystok and Lublin (UMB) in Poland, strategically located in the heart of Europe. It’s soon to be branded Medical Academy and is ranked as one of the top global universities.

She completed her residency at Mokotow Hospital in Warsaw, Poland, and at Emory University Hospitals in Atlanta, Georgia, after relocating to the United States.

Before joining Alliance Spine & Pain, Dr. Grochowska gained valuable experience working as Medical Director and Chief of Anesthesia Services at Perimeter Surgery Center in Atlanta, specializing in chronic low back pain, Postlaminectomy syndrome, Lumbar Spondylosis, Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction, Sciatica, cervicogenic headache, CRPS, and Neuropathic Pain.

Her associations and memberships include American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP), American Academy of Pain Management (AAPM), American & Georgia Societies of Anesthesiologists, Society of Ambulatory Anesthesia (SAMBA), and European Society of Anesthesia (ESAIC).

 Dr. Clinton Wilkinson is an Interventional Pain Management specialist at Pain Care, LLC, dedicated to providing compassionate care to improve the lives of his patients.

Dr. Wilkinson completed his medical education at Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Following this, he pursued residency training in Anesthesia at the University of Florida, where he served as Chief Resident. During his residency, Dr. Wilkinson was honored with the title of Resident Educator of the Year for his dedication to medical education and leadership in patient care.

Furthering his expertise in pain management, Dr. Wilkinson completed an Interventional Pain Management Fellowship at the University of Virginia.

Dedicated to staying current in his field, Dr. Wilkinson actively engages in ongoing education and professional development. He is a member of professional organizations focused on advancing pain medicine.

Dr. Wilkinson's practice focuses on personalized treatment plans for patients with chronic pain conditions. His approach includes a comprehensive range of interventions that are tailored to each patient, to achieve outcomes that align with his patient's goals.

Dr. Wilkinson believes in a holistic approach to pain management, addressing the physical, emotional, and social aspects of his patients' well-being. He is committed to working collaboratively with each patient to achieve optimal pain relief and improve their quality of life.

Dr. Tochukwu Ibe, DO, MPH, MS
Interventional Pain Medicine Fellow – University of Chicago

Dr. Ibe is a dedicated and compassionate interventional pain specialist committed to restoring function, alleviating suffering, and improving the quality of life for her patients. She brings a rich background in anesthesiology, internal medicine, and public health to her practice, blending evidence-based medicine with a patient-centered approach.

A graduate of Nova Southeastern University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Ibe also holds dual master’s degrees in Public Health and Medical Science with a focus on Women’s Health. She completed her residency in Anesthesiology at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Florida, where she also served as Chief Resident and contributed to numerous academic presentations, leadership initiatives, and clinical quality improvement projects.

Dr. Ibe is especially skilled in diagnosing and managing complex pain conditions, with a special interest in minimally invasive procedures that help patients regain mobility and independence which she learned during her Interventional Pain Medicine fellowship at the University of Chicago.

Dr. Ibe’s passion for education and equity in healthcare is reflected in her extensive teaching experience and published research. Her clinical philosophy emphasizes listening to the individual needs of each patient and working collaboratively to develop personalized treatment plans.

Paul Chang, MD, is a board-certified pain management specialist with an additional certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Since 2013, he has served chronic pain patients at Pain Care, LLC,  located in Stockbridge, Lawrenceville, Newnan & Johns Creek, GA.

Dr. Chang attended medical school at Loma Linda University in Loma Linda, California, and completed his Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency at the University of California, Irvine. He later completed an additional pain management fellowship at Loma Linda University. 

Pain management has always been important to Dr. Chang. At a young age, he witnessed his grandmother suffer chronic pain from pancreatic cancer treatments. Today, he continues to participate in cutting-edge research and training to discover new, effective pain management treatments for his patients with chronic pain.

Dr. Chang treats a number of occupational and sports injuries, which include all types of back pain, neck pain, nerve pain, and musculoskeletal disorders. Specialized treatments that he performs include minimally invasive spinal surgeries, spinal cord stimulation, discography, radiofrequency neurotomy, sacroiliac joint fusions, peripheral nerve stimulation, and all types of pain injections.

Dr. Chang is also one of the few physicians in the U.S. trained to treat patients with evidence-based devices. These include the Superion™ device by Veriflex®, Nevro spinal cord stimulation system, Stimwave neurostimulators, Medtronic pain relief devices, Boston Scientific spinal cord stimulator, Abbott neurostimulators, and OneSurge sacroiliac joint fusion device. 

With a multidisciplinary approach to care, Dr. Chang believes pain treatment should be individualized for each patient. Rather than rely on medication, he strives to uncover the root cause of a patient’s pain for effective treatment.

Outside of his work at Pain Care, LLC, Dr. Chang has contributed to numerous pain management publications and is actively involved in community volunteer work.

 

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Fellowship-trained pain management specialist Miranda Reed Cleaver, DO, provides exceptional services to patients at the Cleaver Medical Group Interventional Pain offices in Dahlonega, Dawsonville, and Cumming, Georgia. Dr. Cleaver dedicates herself to relieving patients’ chronic pain and improving their quality of life.

Dr. Cleaver grew up in Chatsworth, Georgia, and attended the University of Georgia in Athens. She graduated in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in biology. After college, Dr. Cleaver went to medical school at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Georgia Campus in Suwanee, Georgia. After completing her medical degree, Dr. Cleaver did her residency in anesthesiology at McLaren Oakland Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan.

Dr. Cleaver completed a fellowship in pain management at McLaren Oakland Hospital. During her training, she perfected her skills in interventional pain management procedures. She established a pain management practice serving two hospitals in Northern Missouri. But her goal was always to return to her home state. She achieved that with the creation of the Cleaver Medical Group in Georgia.

Dr. Cleaver’s professional interests include lumbar (lower back) and cervical (neck) pain, particularly conditions caused by damaged spinal discs. She specializes in complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), thoracic (upper back) pain, knee and shoulder pain, osteoarthritis, and spinal cord stimulation. Although she can’t promise a pain-free life, Dr. Cleaver can undoubtedly reduce the overall pain burden and improve her patients’ quality of life. Her goal is to get every patient back to their previous daily function and activities.

Always a Bulldog at heart, Dr. Cleaver’s hobbies include spending time with her family and cheering on the University of Georgia Bulldogs.