Melanie E. Watkins, MD

09/23/2025

Women already feel guilt about miscarriage , infertility , poor pregnancy outcomes and now we are causing guilt about Tylenol????
STOP the NONSENSE ❤️

09/23/2025

Trust the science. ❤️Autism is multifactorial…
Untreated pain and fever in pregnancy also can have risks.

Acetaminophen remains a safe, trusted option for pain relief during pregnancy. Despite recent unfounded claims, there’s no clear evidence linking prudent use to issues with fetal development. ACOG's guidance remains the same. When pain relief is needed during pregnancy, acetaminophen should be used in moderation, and after consulting your doctor.

09/18/2025

Let’s gooo! 💪🏼Here’s another perimenopause tip!💪🏼
I hit my mid 40s and my normal exercise/diet regimen of cardio and carbs was NOT cutting it.
Scale started going up and energy started going down. ⬇️Started doing research and learned that perimenopausal women need to shift gears with diet and exercise!‼️

I am a runner 🏃🏻‍♀️ by trade…ran Cross Country and Track in college. Have always HATED strength training ..but I read and learned that
strength training in perimenopause is so important ..not low weight but HIGH weight..so I succumbed ..I joined BURN boot camp and enlisted my husband and son to help me on my journey. I now do dead lifts, squats, presses you name it and DANG do I feel the difference .. It also has been amazing in helping me grow closer with my kiddos and husband as we often times do family workouts. I still sprinkle in running and HIT but adding lifting has help me stay lean and lose that perimeno belly…still working on the b***y. 🥴

I also changed diet focus.. previously I was a carb ju**ie but research shows perimenopausal women are MUCH more sensitive to the highs and lows of blood sugars that eating carbs causes. I have completely changed my diet..focusing on protein. 🍖🥩🍗
During perimenopause, protein becomes especially important because estrogen levels decline, which can accelerate muscle loss, reduce bone density, and impact metabolism. Getting enough high-quality protein helps maintain lean muscle mass, bone strength, and satiety. In general perimenopausal women should get about 1-1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. I have noticed a huge difference in my mood and energy since doing this.

Finally I have added PHYTOESTROGENS to my diet…these are foods that have a chemical
structure that is similar to estrogen. Eating these foods can naturally increase your estrogen levels.

09/11/2025

I pray for love. I pray for peace. I pray that all of my patients know that I am here for them and will always be there for them and I pray that more physicians do the same. Our healthcare system is broken. I pray that more providers and more physicians remember that patients are
NOT a number and they listen and help those patients struggling with mental health. Today should not have happened..We made a Hippocratic oath to listen ..to serve…to help. We need to do better. I pledge to always be there for my patients and all doctors need to as well. Someone failed the person that shot this man: I pray for him and I pray for Kirk’s family.
Kindness and LOVE will always win. ❤️

08/31/2025

Another perimenopausal tip!! ❤️👊🏻💪🏼
I totally believe in topical estriol for your face. I remember a “seasoned “ Obgyn that trained me in residency who was 60 and looked 35..I remember asking her how do you look so young? She replied “I put estrogen cream on my face!”
If it helps keep the va**na looking young why the heck can’t it work for the face!
Started using it 2-3 months ago and definitely see the difference.
Estriol is a nonprescription form of estradiol cream.
Just a tip!

08/31/2025

We have exciting news to announce!! We are continuing to grow and are adding another amazing doctor to our practice. She will be accepting new patients starting in November.
💜💚

❇️Please welcome Dr. Mahelate Theodros! ❇️
“I was born and raised in the Gwinnett area. I have always planned to give back to the community that allowed me to achieve my dream of becoming an OBGYN.
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, trying new restaurants and being creative from pottery to painting.
I chose this field because I believe women deserve care that is both highly skilled and deeply compassionate, and I wanted to be part of changing the way healthcare listens to and advocates for women.”

She has her Bachelor of Biological sciences- The University of Georgia, Athens, GA; Masters of Medical Sciences- Heritage University, Toppen*sh, WA; Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine- Pacific Northwestern University- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Yakima, WA

Honors and Awards: ACOG District II SAAD Khalil Memorial Junior Fellow quality improvement project award; ACOG Annual Clinical Scientific Meeting Blue Ribbon Poster Award; Resident Teaching Award

Her mission: “It is to honor each patient’s voice and values while providing compassionate, evidence-based care that supports their health and empowers their choices.
I love the privilege of being part of some of the most meaningful moments in my patients’ lives—whether it is guiding someone through pregnancy, supporting them in making informed choices about their health, or simply being a trusted voice during times of uncertainty. Every patient brings a unique story, and I value the opportunity to listen, connect, and collaborate with him or her in ways that truly affect their well-being. The relationships built over time and the trust patients place in me are what make each day both rewarding and inspiring. “

07/10/2025

One of the joys of being a doctor I have is walking through the stages of life with my patients. Welcome PERIMENOPAUSE!! Let’s go ladies!! It’s fun right?? 😳🤪
You know all the things..weight gain, hot flashes, night sweats, joint issues, fat redistribution, sleep issues, hair loss, mood issues, libido issues!! Let’s goooo!!
I’ve got you all. Not only do I feel these issues ..I study them daily. I promise I can help. Let’s start learning!
First fact…did you know estrogen decline associated with perimenopause can cause frozen shoulder, shoulder pain, hip pain, knee pain..joint pain? This is a common referral I see! Don’t be miserable or have others ignore. You can get relief! Empower yourself!! Advocate!! ❤️❤️ I promise you are not crazy.

05/15/2025

To all of my perimenopausal and menopausal patients… this is an AMAZING podcast that is fact based and soooo helpful to understand hormones! We need more physicians to feel comfortable with prescribing hormones and more patients advocating for themselves. It’s a long one but I promise so so educational!!
Educate and empower yourselves!! 💜💪🏼

Podcast Episode · The Peter Attia Drive · 05/12/2025 · 2h 13m

05/15/2025

Celebrated our office being open for FIVE amazing years last night with our amazing staff!! Thank you all for trusting us with your care! 💜

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our mommas, mommas to be and future mommas in waiting. So very blessed that you trust me to take care of you and help you grow your families. I hope you have a wonderful, relaxing and joyful day. 🌷💛🩷💜

05/08/2025

Oh how I love this office and these people!! We celebrated our dear nurse Makayla today and her sweet baby Bowen! It was so nice to stop and laugh with everyone. We can’t wait to meet you Bowen!! 💙🩵

05/01/2025

We have exciting news!!!! Coming this summer I will start seeing patients on certain week days in Buford!! More to come once dates get finalized!!! So pumped to be able to provide Obstetrical and Gynecological care to women in my backyard!! 💚