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Piedmont Physicians at Pickens Welcomes New Nurse Practitioner

Posted on 12/7/2008
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JASPER, Ga. (Dec. 8, 2008) – Piedmont Physicians at Pickens welcomed Ms. Jill L. Saranthus on Oct. 6 to its medical staff.  Saranthus is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and board-certified nurse practitioner with more than 10 years of experience.

Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians at Pickens, Saranthus worked as a nurse practitioner at Primary Care Partners, the Minute Clinic and Northwest Georgia ENT. Her experience also includes work as a registered nurse at Wellstar Health Systems, Baton Rouge General Medical Center and as a combat medical specialist with the United States Army.

“Saranthus has extensive knowledge and practice and will make a great addition to the world-class staff at Piedmont Physicians at Pickens,” said Berney Crane, CEO of Piedmont Medical Care Corporation, the administrative parent corporation of the Piedmont Physicians Group. “Her skills and excellent bedside manner will be a valuable addition to our team as we strive to provide the highest quality care to our patients.”
 
Saranthus completed her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Loyola University in New Orleans, La., and earned her Master of Science in nursing from Kennesaw State University. 

Piedmont Physicians at Pickens is located at 1222A East Church Street, Jasper, Ga., and accepts most major insurance plans.  Office hours are Monday through Wednesday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday 8 a.m. to noon, and Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. To schedule an appointment call 706-692-2437 or visit www.piedmontphysicians.org.