Atrium Health Navicent Gastroenterology & Hepatology
At the Atrium Health Navicent Gastroenterology & Hepatology we strive for excellence.
Our Physicians are world class.
Our Team
Jay Anderson, M.D.
Dr. Anderson is originally from Americus, Georgia. He graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine training at Emory University School of Medicine. He then completed a fellowship in Gastroenterology at Emory University School of Medicine where he served as Chief Fellow. Dr. Anderson also completed advanced endoscopy training in diagnostic and therapeutic ERCP and EUS procedures at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill.
Keith Fackler, M.D.
Dr. Fackler is originally from LaGrange, GA and has been practicing in Macon for over 12 years. He attended Emory School of Medicine where he received training in Internal Medicine. He completed his Fellowship in Gastroenterology at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. He is trained to perform all standard endoscopic procedures and serves as the Medical Director for Atrium Health Navicent Heartburn Treatment Center, a Facility of Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center Atrium Health Navicentcare.
Joel Judah, M.D.
Dr. Joel Judah practices advanced endoscopy and gastroenterology in Macon, Georgia at Atrium Health Navicentcare. He is originally from Columbus, Georgia, and he graduated from Columbus High School, where he was valedictorian of his class. Dr. Judah then graduated Summa Cum Laude, 4.0 with a B.A. from Columbus State University, where he was student government president and selected to receive the Faculty Cub. He graduated Summa Cum Laude, 4.0 with an M.D. from Medical College of Georgia, where he served on the honor council. He is a member of Phi Kappa Phi and Alpha Omega Alpha honor societies. He completed his internal medicine residency, gastroenterology fellowship, and advanced endoscopy fellowship at the University of Florida, where he was selected as Outstanding Internal Medicine resident and Fellow of the Year. He and his wife have three young children and enjoy spending time together as a family.
Amelia Andrews, PA-C
Ms. Andrews received her Master of Medical Science degree from the Physician Assistant Program at Mercer University in Atlanta, Georgia. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and graduated Summa Cum Laude at Mercer University in Macon Georgia. Ms. Andrews is certified by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants.
Our office also uses the services of Physician Extenders, including Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners.
Physician Assistants, also know as PAs, are health professionals who practice medicine as members of a team with their supervising physicians. PAs deliver a broad range of medical and surgical services to diverse populations in rural and urban settings. As part of their comprehensive responsibilities, PAs conduct physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret tests, counsel on preventive health care, assist in surgery, and prescribe medications.
Nurse Practitioners, also know as NPs, are advanced practice nurses who provide high-quality healthcare services similar to those of a physician. NPs diagnose and treat a wide range of health problems. Besides clinical care, NPs focus on health promotion, disease prevention, health education and counseling. They help patients make wise health and lifestyle choices.
Whether you are seen by our Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, your Physician will also be closely involved in your evaluation, treatment, and overall care.