GAINESVILLE, Ga. – The heart and vascular team at Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) and Georgia Heart Institute is growing as Samer Alharthi, MD, and Nizar Hariri, MD, recently joined NGPG Vascular Center in Braselton. Both surgeons bring a wealth of experience and skills, and they are excited to join the NGPG team.
Dr. Alharthi
“What drew me to NGPG the most was the fact that they always put the patient first in everything they do,” Dr. Alharthi said. “The group is a pillar in the community, so I’m ready to join in that and work alongside these dedicated and expert physicians.”
Dr. Alharthi graduated from Taif University in Saudi Arabia and went on to complete his surgical training at the University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio. He went on to complete a vascular research fellowship while earning a degree in public health administration.
“I remember working with passionate and very skilled vascular surgeons during my training,” Dr. Alharthi said. “That’s what ignited my interest in vascular surgery and drives me to build strong relationships with my patients.”
Dr. Alharthi enjoys following his patients on their healthcare journey and makes it a point to ensure they get the proper care after surgery. He’s careful to follow his patients every step of the way, ensuring they have a smooth and seamless recovery.
When he’s not at work, Dr. Alharthi enjoys landscape photography. He has plenty of chances to practice as he explores different cultures and travels with his wife and daughter.
Dr. Hariri
Similarly, Dr. Hariri is also passionate about patient-first care. As a family-oriented individual, he brings that same mindset to how he practices medicine.
“My philosophy of patient care is to treat everyone like they are my own family,” Dr. Hariri said. “I ask myself, ‘What if that was my own mom or dad?’ and that motivates me to do my absolute best to serve them.”
Dr. Hariri graduated from Aleppo University in Syria before completing his general surgery residency at Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, West Virginia, and his vascular surgery fellowship at Jobst Vascular Institute in Toledo, Ohio.
Dr. Hariri relocated to Georgia to be closer to family. Outside of work, he enjoys kayaking, jogging and reading with his wife.
To schedule an appointment with the NGPG Vascular Center, which is an integral part of Georgia Heart Institute, visit www.ngpg.org/vascular or call 770-219-4000.
About NGPG
Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) brings together over 650 talented physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, midwives and other clinical staff at more than 95 locations across North Georgia. As the state’s sixth-largest physician group, we always have a practice nearby to offer you expert care in more than 40 specialties. See the full list of specialties and locations – and meet our providers – at ngpg.org.
NGPG is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS), a non-profit which serves more than 1 million people in 19 counties across the region. As part of NGHS, patients of NGPG have a direct connection to Northeast Georgia Medical Center’s five hospitals in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder, Dahlonega and Demorest. Learn more at nghs.com.
About Georgia Heart Institute
Georgia Heart Institute is the most forward-thinking heart and vascular program in the state and includes one of the largest cardiology practices in the region, including more than 80 practitioners seeing patients at more than a dozen locations. With a multi-disciplinary team of experts treating nearly every type of heart and vascular disease and participating in leading national research, we’re providing advanced care that ensures lasting heart health for generations. Request an appointment and learn more at www.georgiaheartinstitute.org.
The experts of Georgia Heart Institute also form the core of the cardiac care team at Northeast Georgia Medical Center’s four hospitals in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder and Dahlonega. It’s all part of Northeast Georgia Health System, a non-profit which serves more than 1 million people across the region. Learn more at www.nghs.com.