Georgia South Family Medicine Residency Program

02/06/2026

February is American Heart Month❤️

Heart Disease affects individual and families across all ages and prevention starts in primary care! Family Medicine focuses on lifelong heart health through prevention, screening, and personalized care for the whole family.

📅 Schedule your wellness visit
🩺 Know your numbers
❣️ Take care of your heart this month and beyond

Call to set up an appointment with one of our providers: (229) 502-9769!

02/03/2026

Happy National Women Physicians Day to the women of Georgia South Family Medicine Residency Program💙

Their commitment to patient care and education is an inspiration to us all! Here’s to the residents shaping the future of medicine with compassion and excellence👏 We are grateful for everything you do!

01/30/2026

Meet Dr. Allyson Pel!

We’re excited to spotlight Dr. Pel, one of our residents at Georgia South Family Medicine! She completed her undergraduate studies at Davidson College, earned a graduate degree from Wake Forest University, and attended medical school at PCOM–Georgia before choosing Moultrie for her residency training. With a heart for rural medicine and a connection to PCOM’s South Georgia campus, Georgia South felt like the perfect place to continue her journey!

Her passion for healthcare began at a young age, inspired by watching her grandmother face frequent illness and wanting to better understand disease while caring for others during vulnerable moments. She says the strong sense of community and supportive culture at Georgia South made her decision easy! Dr. Pel especially loves the hands-on training and mentorship she receives, which supports her strong interest in procedures and comprehensive patient care. Family medicine allows her to care for patients of all ages, bringing variety, purpose, and connection to every day!

Read more about Dr. Pel here: https://colquittregional.com/resident-spotlight-dr-allyson-pel/

01/19/2026

Today, we pause to reflect on our commitment to serving others and to celebrate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a true champion of equality and justice. We honor his life and the profound impact he made in the fight for civil rights.

“Life's most persistent and urgent question is 'What are you doing for others?'” -Martin Luther King, Jr.

01/01/2026

As we welcome the New Year, Georgia South Family Medicine wishes you and your family a healthy and happy year ahead! Thank you for allowing us to be part of your care and your journey toward better health. We look forward to continuing to support you with compassionate, personalized care throughout the year. Here’s to new beginnings and a healthier tomorrow!

#2026

12/30/2025

Meet Dylan Patel, MD!

Dr. Patel is a PGY-1 resident with us at Georgia South Family Medicine, and he’s excited to call Moultrie home! He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas and completed medical school at St. George’s University School of Medicine.

Dr. Patel was drawn to medicine by his passion for service and the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives. He chose Georgia South for its strong sense of community, supportive faculty, and hands-on training in rural healthcare. Through a wide variety of patient experiences, Dr. Patel is preparing for a future in full-spectrum family medicine—focused on prevention, building long-term relationships, and staying actively involved in the community!

Read more about Dr. Patel here: https://colquittregional.com/resident-spotlight-dr-dylan-patel/

12/25/2025

Prescribing good food, good company, and a little time off this holiday season. Happy Holidays from our family to yours🎄✨

12/19/2025

Dr. Kirby Smith is the founding program director of the Georgia South Family Medicine Program. He has spent the past 10 years shaping compassionate physicians and strengthening care for our community through dedication, leadership, and purpose!

12/18/2025

Training that makes a difference!

At Georgia South Family Medicine, residents gain full-spectrum experience, meaningful mentorship, and the opportunity to truly impact their community.

This is where physicians are grown🌱💙

12/14/2025

Happy Hanukkah from Georgia South Family Medicine!

Wishing light, joy, and good health to all who celebrate🕎💙

12/04/2025

Dr. Kayla Batchelor is the Associate Program Director, clinic director, and women’s health lead for our residency program, as well as a proud graduate who chose to stay because “this place feels like home!” She is passionate about teaching—especially guiding interns through the ALSO course each year and helping residents grow their confidence in pediatric care.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Batchelor enjoys beach trips, Disney adventures, and cheering on her daughters, Baylor and Oakley, at their various activities. She and her husband Collin are also excitedly preparing to welcome baby #3 soon👶🎉 The supportive culture, shared mission, and opportunity to train the next generation of family medicine physicians made staying at her home program an easy choice!

12/01/2025

We are so proud to have one of our own back at Colquitt Regional!👏 Welcome home Dr. Cravey!

Please join us in welcoming Catherine Cravey, M.D. to Colquitt Regional Health System!

Dr. Cravey is no stranger to our health system. She graduated from the Georgia South Family Medicine Residency Program in 2024, where she was trained right here within our system and quickly became known for her compassion, clinical excellence, and commitment to patient-centered care.

We are thrilled to have her return to Colquitt Regional as a hospitalist! Her skill, dedication, and familiarity with our community make her a valuable addition to our care team, and we look forward to the impact she will continue to make on the patients and families we serve!

Welcome back, Dr. Cravey!