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.
Douglas Hattermann, MSPT, ATC, is an experienced physical therapist practicing at Regenerative Orthopaedics and Spine Institute, which has two convenient locations in Griffin and Stockbridge, Georgia.
Dr. Hattermann obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in athletic training & biology in 1997 from Eureka College and his Master of Science degree in physical therapy from the University of Wisconsin in 2000.
As a skilled therapeutic physician and instructor, Dr. Hattermann takes great pride in joyfully training others for sports and other competitive athletics. He has been published several times and is well-known for his worldwide volunteer work. From the Pan-Am Championships to USA Roller Sports and the Inline Outdoor Speed Skating National Competitions, Dr. Hattermann deeply cares about your health and wellbeing.
Dr. Hattermann believes it's essential to explain the conditions he's treating and the methods he's using to his patients. He takes time to explain their options for physical therapy and answers any questions they may have along the way.
With a concentration in pediatric treatments as well as working with patients with neurological and orthopedic issues, Teresa Bristol, PT, Cert DN, DPT, opened Physical Therapy Works, an independent practice now located in East Point, Georgia, in 2014 with a focus on holistic patient health. Teresa uses her knowledge of the human body to reduce impairments, restore function and improve the quality of life of others in the Atlanta area.
After graduating with honors with a degree in physical therapy from Florida A&M University, Teresa launched her career in Georgia at the Palmyra Regional Medical Center and has since worked in a variety of settings with individuals of all ages.
Teresa was an adjunct professor at her alma mater, where she taught neurology and orthopedic physical therapy for several years. Her passion for education and desire to help others prompted Teresa to fulfill her lifelong goal of obtaining a Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Nova Southeastern University, where she worked on her dissertation and research on low back pain. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2018.
Teresa connects with a variety of organizations to increase community awareness about health, wellness, and fitness. She provided court-side treatment for Albany Technical College’s basketball team and delivered humanitarian aid to natives of Port de Paix, Haiti. Based on her service and volunteerism, Teresa has been recognized with the Outstanding Service Award from Albany Technical College, a Humanitarian Service Medal following Hurricane Andrew in Florida as well as the Army Achievement Medal and Army Good Conduct Medal, among many other recognitions.
In addition, Teresa has served as a clinical instructor and supervisor for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant students as well as volunteers. Teresa has been a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Physical Therapy Association of Georgia (PTAG), as well as the Orthopedic, Neurological, and Pediatric sections over the course of her career.
Cheryl Sanford-Givens PT is a pediatric physical therapist who has been practicing for over 30 years. Cheryl received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Florida A & M University. She has experience working with children in various settings including inpatient acute care, outpatient and schools. She is also a fitness coach with experience working with young athletes. Cheryl is married with 3 grown children. When she is not working she enjoys exercise, reading, playing tennis and traveling for pleasure and for mission trips.
Collin Adu, DPT, PHD, MBA, is the president and clinical director of Onesource Sports Neuro Rehab in Lawrenceville and Snellville, Georgia. Dr. Adu is passionate in his belief that patients deserve the highest level of excellence in care and offers expert osteopathic manual therapy at the practice’s offices in Lawrenceville and Snellville.
Dr. Adu earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, a Master of Business Administration (MBA), and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia — one of the country’s leading physical therapy graduate-level programs.
Dr. Adu is a geriatric certified specialist (GCS), an esteemed position awarded by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). He is also a spinal manipulation therapist (CERT-SMT), completing his training with the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapy. This highly intensive, evidence-based postgraduate fellowship training covers the diagnosis and treatment of spinal conditions and the extremities. Currently, only 1% of therapists are fellowship-trained.
Dr. Adu is also an osteopractor, a clinical designation that’s only been awarded to 200 clinicians worldwide and requires intensive fellowship training. Dr. Adu is also certified in vestibular rehabilitation, dry needling (CERT-DN), and osteopathic manual techniques.
Everyone who sees Dr. Adu appreciates his patience and concern for their well-being. He endeavors to provide his patients with the very best care and give them the information they need to understand their condition and the scientific basis for their treatment.
When he is not managing Onesource Sports Neuro Rehab or treating patients, Dr. Adu likes to spend his time reading, traveling, doing charity work with homeless shelters in the United States and abroad, and above all, being with his wife and three beautiful children.
Dr. Fakile earned her doctorate of Physical Therapy from Howard University. She is also an alumna of the University of Georgia and Mercer University, where she earned a Bachelor’s in Biology and Master’s of Public Health, respectively. Dr. Fakile has previous experience in Pediatric Development and Orthopedics.
Working with Dr. Fakile will definitely bring the fun, but also the necessary push to progress towards your goals. Coming from a familial background full of community, compassion, and care, Dr. Fakile strives to offer that same experience, while also providing excellent patient care.
She is most passionate about health and wellness, especially in minority groups, and makes it her personal goal to help others get back to their fully functioning selves while creating a sustainable lifestyle change.
Dr. Fakile’s hobbies include photography, traveling, trying new (and delicious) foods, hanging out with friends and family, being adventurous, playing with her dog, and exploring!
As president of American Rehabilitation Associates in Peachtree City, Georgia, experienced physical medicine and rehabilitation expert Ara Chitchyan, MD, provides exceptional care for patients suffering from neuromusculoskeletal disorders.
Dr. Chitchyan has extensive experience treating acute and chronic pain, including sports injuries, spasticity, and chronic conditions like osteoarthritis. He manages stroke patients, assesses patients for mobility and assistive devices, and specializes in using orthobiologic treatments like platelet-rich plasma (PRP). He is fluent in English, Armenian, and Russian.
Dr. Chitchyan began his medical education in Armenia at the Yerevan State Medical University in Yerevan. He began his cardiology internship at Yerevan and completed it at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) Medical School in Greece. Dr. Chitchyan also undertook a surgery internship at Easton Hospital in Easton, Pennsylvania, after relocating to the United States.
For his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation, Dr. Chitchyan attended the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. During that time, he gained considerable experience in spasticity management and electromyography (EMG).
Over his career, Dr. Chitchyan has been a medical and stroke program director, practicing in Denver, Augusta, Warm Springs, and Atlanta. He was also an associate director for the Amputee Services of America and the medical director of Roosevelt Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital in Warm Springs, Georgia. He is currently an associate professor at Augusta University in Georgia.
Dr. Chitchyan takes a holistic view when evaluating and managing medical problems, treating each patient as a whole rather than focusing on a specific condition. He believes the correct procedure carried out at the proper time after the right doctor’s diagnosis has a 100% success rate. However, any procedure performed for the wrong reason at the wrong time by someone lacking the skills required has a 100% failure rate.
The Spine and Orthopedic Center in Jonesboro, Georgia, serves as a one-stop-shop that takes care of adults who are struggling with pain and musculoskeletal conditions. Patients receive the full spectrum of care from Rajiv Sood, DO, and the rest of the team on-site, including advanced diagnostics, comprehensive medical care, physical therapy, and interventional and biologic treatments.
A native of Jonesboro, Dr. Sood is honored to be able to provide compassionate care for his community.
In addition to treating the conditions that cause back, knee, and shoulder pain, including arthritis, Dr. Sood takes care of people who have been involved in an automobile accident, suffered a personal injury, or were injured on the job.
Dr. Sood and the team offer a wide range of specialized diagnostics, such as digital X-rays and diagnostic ultrasounds. They also provide advanced treatments like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and B12 injections.
As specialists in interventional pain management, they offer highly effective pain relief with epidural injections, radiofrequency ablation, and spinal cord stimulation, to name a few.
After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia, Dr. Sood received his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) in Suwanee, Georgia.
He completed a traditional rotating internship at Northside Hospital Heart Institute in St. Petersburg, Florida, then finished a primary residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia.
Dr. Sood went on to finish his postgraduate training by completing a fellowship in interventional pain and sports medicine at the prestigious Mount Sinai School of Medicine in Manhattan, New York.
He is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and has a subspecialty certification in pain management.
Spine and Orthopedic Center offers a myriad of insurance-covered therapies. To learn more about their services or schedule an appointment, call the office or use the online booking feature today.
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