Thad Wilkins
Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
Medical College of Georgia
Department of Family Medicine
Bio
Dr. Wilkins, a professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Augusta University since 2011, is the Director of Academic Development and the Associate Chief Medical Officer responsible for utilization review, throughput, and the patient experience. He has more than 22 years of experience in health care practice and leadership. Dr. Wilkins serves on the board of directors of the Medical Association of Georgia. He is a values-driven executive & leader with extensive experience revolutionizing academic environments through educational leadership, administration, and strategic direction. Dr. Wilkins received his undergraduate training at Francis Marion University and his MD from the Medical University of South Carolina. He completed his residency in family medicine at the Eglin Air Force Base hospital. He completed a faculty development fellowship at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and received his MBA from Columbus University.
Education
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MD, Medicine
Medical University of South Ca, 1995
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BS, Bio, General
Francis Marion University, 1991
Certifications
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American Board of Family Medicine
2011
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PHY
GA Board of Medical Examiners, 2002
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DEA
Dept of Justice, 2014
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DEAL
Dept of Justice, 2014
Awards & Honors
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
Teaching Interests
Dr. Wilkins teaching interests include competency-based procedural training.
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- Management of Acute Pulmonary Embolism With a Pulmonary Embolism Response Team., 2021
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Chronic Liver Disease, 2015
Other
- Diagnosis and management of upper gastrointestinal bleeding in children, 2015
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Effectiveness of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors for Irritable Bowel Syndrome., 2015
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Colorectal cancer risk information presented by a nonphysician assistant does not increase screening rates, 2014
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
Comprehensive family medicine including the care of patients with diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Dr. Wilkins research interests include colorectal cancer screening.
Professional Service
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American Association of Primary Care Endoscopy
2015 - Present
Role: Other
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The Journal of American Board of Family Medicine
2005 - Present
Role: Reviewer
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Annals of Family Medicine
2004 - Present
Role: Reviewer
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Georgia Academy of Family Physicians, Congress of Delegates
2012 - 2013
Role: Other