Employee Spotlight: Sheron Whittier, Medical Assistant

For nearly 16 years, Sheron Whittier has served at GIA, first as a float nurse and now as a medical assistant, working with Dr. Hannah Jones. “I worked with Dr. Barry Maves for 12 years until he retired, and I am so glad that I got to keep so many of my patients who now are now with Dr. Jones!” … Read More

What to do before 2022: Review your insurance

Jeff DewChief Executive Officer, Gastrointestinal Associates, P.C. In the third installment of our three-part series about healthcare-related topics we should consider as we wind down the year, we’ll discuss reviewing your health insurance. Check out the previous posts about finding the right doctor here and planning for your colonoscopy here. While there is no feasible way to examine every health … Read More

What to do before 2022: Plan for your colonoscopy

Jeff DewChief Executive Officer, Gastrointestinal Associates, P.C. In the second part of our three-part series about healthcare-related topics we should consider as we wind down the year, we’ll talk about colonoscopies. Check out the previous post about finding the right doctor here and watch for the next installment about things to consider about your insurance – especially if you expect … Read More

What to do before 2022: Finding the right doctor

Jeff DewChief Executive Officer, Gastrointestinal Associates, P.C. We’re introducing a three-part series about some healthcare-related topics to think about as we wind down the year and prepare for 2022. If you are looking for a new doctor or specialist, this post offers some helpful tips to pursue that endeavor. We’ll follow by sharing more about your gut health, including planning … Read More

Employee Spotlight: Stephanie Bean, LPN

Stephanie Bean, LPN, started at GIA more than 15 years ago as a float nurse, then as a nurse for two other doctors, and is now a float nurse – a role she calls a team nurse for good reason – for three GIA locations, helping all the providers. She shares: “I have to wear many, many hats. From pill … Read More

Smart Swaps and Tips to Help Navigate Holiday Eating

As we gather and pause to give thanks and move through the holiday season, our festivities often are centered around food. According to the Calorie Control Council, the average American eats around 3,000 calories in a Thanksgiving meal. Many digestive issues like GERD, or gastric reflux, bloating, abdominal discomfort and gas can be caused or exacerbated by overeating heavy foods. … Read More

Employee Spotlight: Gail Nipper, Medical Records Clerk

GIA medical records clerk Gail Nipper strives to be compassionate, helpful and caring and tries to treat people as she would want to be treated. “I enjoy interaction with patients and being able to help others. I always think about who is on the other side of the counter and put myself in their shoes,” she shares. When Gail started … Read More

Employee Spotlight: Cathy Webber, Physician Administrative Assistant

October marks 21 years since physician administrative assistant Cathy Webber started at GIA. She’s grown into this role from her first position in pre-certification, then assisting the clinical trials team, then as a secretary for GIA co-founder Dr. Bergein “Gene” Overholt. Today, she supports all of the GIA physicians by helping them stay on top of continuing education and credentialing … Read More

Employee Spotlight: Julie Mincey, Certified Medical Assistant

Julie Mincey is a certified medical assistant who works in the procedure room at GIA. Her work covers a spectrum of care, including charting, pathology, biopsies and more, for patients who are in for screenings and consults. When she started at GIA in May 2000, she worked in the recovery room. She loves being there for the patients – especially … Read More

Employee Spotlight: Vicki Vaughn, LPN

Vicki Vaughn is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) who started working as a team, or floating, nurse in the fall of 1999. She quickly moved to work exclusively for Dr. Sarkis Chobanian and has been his nurse for more than 20 years. She says, “I love to take care of my patients. It’s my passion. I want to help them … Read More