Always There For You

Dr. Charlie Rouse

Owner

Board Certified Cardiologist

EDUCATION

East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine

Georgia State University, Master of Science, Nutrition

Morehouse College, Bachelor of Science, Biology

CERTIFICATIONS

Board Cerfitication, Cardiology 

AFFILATIONS

American College of Cardiology, Association of Black Cardiologists

BIO

Born and raised in Waynesboro, GA, Dr. Rouse earned his medical degree from East Tennesse State University and completed his residency in internal medicine at Greenville, South Carolina Hospital System.  He also completed his cardiology fellowship from the University of Tennessee, Memphis. 

Dr. Michael Jones

Board Certified Cardiologist

EDUCATION 

Medical College of Georgia, Doctor of Medicine

Morris Brown College,Bachelor of Science, cum laude

CERTIFICATIONS

Board Certification, Cardiology and Nuclear Cardiology

AFFILIATIONS

American Heart Association, American College of Cardiologists, Association of Black Cardiologists, Alpha Phi Alpha

BIO

Dr. Jones completed his residency in internal medicinein Macon, GA at Mercer University. He completed his fellowship in Cardiology in New Orleans, Louisiana at Lousiana State University. Dr. Jones became a part of West Georgia Cardiology in 2011.

Adrianne West

Nurse Practitioner 

EDUCATION

Georgia College & State University (GC&SU),

Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner

GC&SU Bachelor of Science in Nursing

CERTIFICATIONS

Board Certification, Family Nurse Practitioner

Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

AFFILIATIONS

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

BIO

I was born and grew up in rural Georgia. In May, 2004, I graduated from Georgia College and State University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). I worked as a registered nurse at the Medical Center of Central Georgia (MCCG) in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit as well as the Emergency Center from 2004-2011. While working as a registered nurse at MCCG, I returned to GC&SU where I obtained a Master of Science in Nursing with a family nurse practitioner focus. In March of 2011, I was certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioner. In June of 2011, I joined the staff of West Georgia Cardiology where I currently work to provide cardiovascular care to the citizens of Carrollton, GA and its surrounding counties.

Moyia Abernathy 

Medical Assistant

I have been a registered medical assistant since 2004, and I am currently in school to receive my RN licensure. Helping others is a passion of mine and provides fulfillment to my everyday life. My days are filled with joy as I raise my 2 sons. 

Candace Brown

Nursing Manager

I grew up and currently reside in Bowdon, GA. I completed the Radiologic Technology program in 2000 at West Georgia Technical College in LaGrange, GA and in 2005, I received my Nuclear Medicine Technology certificate from Coosa Valley Technical College in Rome, GA. I am a registered Radiologic Technologist and Nuclear Medicine Technologist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. I have over 7 years experience in the field of Nuclear Cardiology and have been employed with West Georgia Cardiology since 2007.

Rosilyn Brown

Medical Assistant

I grew up and currently reside in Villa Rica, GA. I attended West Georgia Technical College where I received a diploma in Medical Assistant. I have been a certified medical assistant with West Georgia Cardiology since January 2008. I enjoying seeing familiar faces and getting to know new faces as well.

Heather Cranford

Business Office Specialist 

I have over 5 years experience working in the cardiology field and have been with WGC since Feb. of 2011.  Usually, I am the first contact our patients have with the WGC Financial Office.  I do my best, along with my colleagues, to accommodate individual financial needs on a personal level.  My husband and I are recently married, live in Villa Rica, and enjoy being active in our church ministries. 

Tye Dobbs
Certified Patient Care Technician/Front Office Assistant

I attended Everest where I successfully completed my coursework and earned my NHA certification in patient care. I am currently seeking a degree in nursing at West Georgia Technical College. I enjoy interacting with patients and working with my co-workers, however; my favorite job is being a mother to my son, Collin.

Rita Gibson

Business Office Specialist

It is my mission to always deliver quality customer service. I posses an exceptional passion for people from all walks of life. My focus is directed to the needs of our clients and WGC. Becoming a part of the team at WGC allows me to fulfill the need to be a help to others.

Angelica Grier

Front Office Manager

I have been with company since 2011 as a Front Desk Manager. I am a native Chicagoan and relocated with my family to Georgia in the '90's. It is my goal to pursue a degree in Communication and Foreign Languages & Literatures Spanish Track. I am a member of the Amputee Coalition of America (ACA) since 2008 and participate in peer to peer with limb deficiency families. My dream is to one day serve as a missionary to third world countries.

Dawn Johnson

Business Office Specialist

I have been with West Georgia Cardiology for a year utilizing my certification in medical coding and billing. I was born in California, but currently reside in Carrollton with my husband and three children.

Krissy Malone

Echo Tech

I grew up in Carrollton and attended Carrolton City Schools so I am blessed to still be at home. I am married and have two children. I began performing ultrasound in 2008. I earned my Associate's degree of Applied Science in Echocardiography from Coosa Valley Technical College, a CAAHEP Accredited Echocardiography Program. Shortly after, I received my registry in Cardiac Sonography.

Chaunta' Norton

Business Office Manager

I am happily married mother of five. I have been a resident of Douglasville, Georgia since 2005. West Georgia Cardiology has employed me since July of 2010. I currently have 13 years of Medical Billing experience. I believe that I was a comedian in another life, because I enjoy making people laugh. "I believe that West Georgia Cardiology is the heart of our future, because we never skip a beat, and I am happy to go along for the ride."

Michelle Parker

LPN

I was born and raised in Carrollton. After graduating from Carrollton High School, I joined the Army and traveled around the US before moving back to Carrollton. I graduated from West Georgia Technical College in 2007 with my LPN degree and joined the West Ga. Cardiology family. I love my patients like family and feel blessed to be part of this wonderful team.

Rhonda Perez

Nursing Staff

I am married and have a beautiful 17-year-old daughter. When I started West Georgia Cardiology 7 years ago, I knew that the medical field was going to be my career. Over the years, I have been inspired both by the wonderful patients and staff that I love so much to further my education. Currently, I am enrolled at West Georgia Technical College where I am working on my degree as a Registered Nurse.

Gabriela Quiroz

Front Office

I am a patient service coordinator who enjoys been a advocate and interpreter for our LEP Spanish patients. I love helping and teaching people how to maneuver through the healthcare system. I am very friendly. I have the "Yes, I can" attitude with our patients and the community.

Carolyn Riggins

Medical Records

I bring a humble spirit to the company with an open mind and an eagerness to learn new tasks. I strive to be the best Medical Records Clerk for West Georgia Cardiology, patients, co-workers and doctors. I strive to provide records and request in a timely manner with no errors.

Rosalind Smith

Office Manager

I receive satisfaction and joy by making the lives of those around me easier. It is wonderful to be able to help others. My motto is "it doesn't cost you anything to smile' therefore you will always find a smile upon my face.