J. Christopher Merritt, MD, FACC

J Michael Ware, MD, FACC, is a board-certified interventional cardiologist. Dr Ware is deeply committed to the care of all his patients and is driven by both the intellectual and hands-on challenges practicing medicine brings. He wants his patients to know how much he cares about their well-being in body, mind and spirit. Dr Ware earned his medical degree at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta and completed his residency program in internal medicine at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. His fellowship was in cardiovascular disease at Emory. Along with providing his patients with exceptional care, Dr Ware enjoys fishing and farming.

Kipp Slicker, DO, FACC, is a board-certified interventional cardiologist. Dr Slicker is deeply committed to the care of all patients and loves seeing his patients reach their health goals. Dr Slicker earned his medical degree at Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Tulsa and completed his residency program in internal medicine and his fellowships in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology at Baylor Scott & White Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Temple. Along with providing his patients with exceptional cardiac care, Dr Slicker enjoys spending time with his family, exercising and hiking. He also loves dogs and horses.

Charles F Jackson, lll, MD, is a board-certified interventional cardiologist. Dr Jackson is deeply committed to the care of all his patients and treating them with the level of care he would wish for his own family. Having grown up in Northwest Georgia himself, Dr Jackson feels called to use his training to care for and bless the same community that has always loved and cared for him. Specializing in coronary artery disease and valvular disease, Dr Jackson earned his medical degree at Medical College of Georgia in Augusta and completed his residency program in internal medicine at Emory University in Atlanta. He then went on to complete fellowships in cardiology and interventional cardiology, also at Emory.

G Justin Tanner, MD, is a board-certified interventional cardiologist. Dr Tanner is deeply committed to the care of all his patients and is driven by his compassion and desire to help his patients lead healthier lives. Dr Tanner earned his medical degree at Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia, and completed his residency program in internal medicine there as well. He completed fellowships in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa. Along with providing his patients with exceptional cardiac care, Dr Tanner enjoys spending time with his family, golfing and doing outdoor activities.

Himanshu Patel, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist. Dr Patel is deeply committed to the care of all his patients and is driven by his compassion and desire to help all people. His motto is, “if you need our help, we will see you.” Dr Patel earned his medical degree at LSU New Orleans School of Medicine and completed his residency program in internal medicine at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. He then completed a cardiology fellowship from Albert Einstein Medical Center, also in Philadelphia. Along with providing his patients with exceptional cardiac care, Dr Patel enjoys hiking, golfing, tennis, traveling and music. He speaks fluent Gujarati.

Robert Styperek, MD, FHRS, FACC, is a board-certified cardiac electrophysiologist. Dedicated to patient care in Rome since 2002, Dr Styperek is deeply committed to the care of all his patients and is driven by his compassion and desire to support their whole health. Dr Styperek earned his medical degree and completed his residency program in internal medicine at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. He completed fellowships in cardiology and electrophysiology at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital in Florida. Along with providing his patients with exceptional care, Dr Styperek enjoys snowboarding, wake surfing, traveling and shooting. He also speaks fluent Polish and some Spanish.

Harbin Clinic Vascular Lab provides a broad range of non-invasive vascular diagnostic services, utilizing ultrasound imaging and physiologic testing to evaluate blood flow and locate areas of vascular disease.

Harbin Clinic Vascular Surgery provides comprehensive services for all types of peripheral vascular disorders, including the new technology of catheter-based intervention as well as traditional surgical treatment for aneurysms and obstructive arterial disease. Vascular Medicine is a medical specialty that cares for patients with arterial, venous, and lymphatic diseases. Treating the underlying cause of vein disease helps patients look and feel their best.