Providers

Ernestina French, MD, MPH

Family Medicine, Internal Medicine

Dr. Ernestina French is a board-certified family medicine physician who joined Family Practice Center in August 2024. Originally from Stone Mountain, Georgia, she completed her undergraduate and master’s education at Emory University. Dr. French then attended medical school at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, the first medical school in the United States. She completed family medicine residency at Atrium Health (then Carolinas Medical Center) in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. French is passionate about forming long-term relationships, working alongside her patients, and facilitating healthy lifestyle changes to prevent and combat chronic conditions.

Outside of clinical practice, she serves as president of the Ghana Physicians and Surgeons Foundation. In her spare time, Dr. French enjoys spending time outdoors and traveling with her family.

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Ernestina French at our Buford location.

Ernestina French
Provider Location

Find A Location For Your Visit

Dr. French provides care through multiple Family Practice Center locations for added convenience and flexibility.

Buford

Buford

470.236.4085
Monday - Friday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
2800 Buford Drive, Suite 110, Buford, GA 30519
Braselton

Braselton

470.236.4084
Monday - Friday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
1223 Friendship Road, Suite 200, Braselton, GA 30517

Approach To Care & Areas Of Focus

Dr. French believes strong primary care should help patients feel understood, supported, and prepared to make informed decisions about their health.

Family Medicine

Provides ongoing care for individuals and families, including preventive visits, acute concerns, and support for everyday health needs across many stages of life.

Internal Medicine

Offers adult-focused care for chronic condition management, preventive planning, and medical concerns that benefit from careful follow-up over time.

Conditions Commonly Managed

Diabetes And Metabolic Disorders

Provides ongoing support for diabetes and related metabolic concerns with care plans designed to improve stability, understanding, and long-term health.

Hypertension

Helps patients manage high blood pressure through regular monitoring, treatment guidance, and care that supports cardiovascular health over time.

Women’s Health

Offers primary care support for women’s health needs through preventive visits, routine care, and treatment shaped around each stage of life.

Asthma And COPD

Supports patients with chronic breathing conditions through follow-up care focused on symptom control, treatment consistency, and daily comfort.

High Cholesterol

Helps patients manage cholesterol concerns through monitoring, treatment guidance, and care that supports long-term heart health.

Preventive Care And Wellness

Encourages proactive health planning through annual visits, screenings, and routine care, helping patients stay engaged in long-term wellness.

REVIEWS

Our patient experiences

Excellent. Sara Mauldin spent time chatting with me and asking questions and making suggestions. She has a great blend of medicine and natural preventative care. I was very happy with everyone in the office. All very nice and helpful. Clean office.

Cathi Velez

Dr Macklin is the gold standard all doctors should strive to be! I’ve been her patient for many years now and she still spends quality time at every appointment and listens to all my concerns. Best primary care physician I have ever had! Also, all of the staff at Family Practice center are top notch. Always friendly and eager to help!

Marvin Brannon

We are very happy to have found such a wonderful new family practice after moving to the Atlanta area. Everyone was extremely professional and friendly from the moment we arrived to when we left. Most importantly, the care my daughter received was excellent and very thorough!

Sharon Williams

Kelly Pierannunzi is the best family medical doctor I have ever had. I rarely seak medical treatment but wanted a family doctor for physicals and unexpected illnesses if they happen. Kelly takes her time to get to know you as her patient, understanding your family history and who you are so she can provide the best treatment and guidance possible.

Victoria Farrand

Dr. Niazy was amazing! I’m so happy I found her, she made me comfortable. Listened to my needs & was so filled with joy it was contagious. I would recommend this office, the staff was great as well.

Sanassa Diane

It is rare to find a doctor who truly hears and sees you as a person, but Dr. Tyler Wheeler does exactly that. He is incredibly compassionate and never dismissive of my concerns regarding my own health and body. As a former caregiver, I’ve seen many specialists who treat patients as ‘inferior,’ but Dr. Wheeler’s bedside manner is unmatched. I finally feel like I have a partner in my healthcare.

Ashleigh Ashleigh

Dr. Macklin and her staff are always amazing!!! Her approach and bedside manner is patient and kind. You don’t find a lot of doctors who care about their patients wellbeing any more! By far, she is the best doctor at this practice in my opinion and this coming from a patient who has been seeing her for five years!

M C

I have been a patient of Dr. Smita Kapoor at Family Practice Center in Johns Creek since last year, and she is an exceptional doctor as well as a wonderful human being. I moved to GA five years ago and only last year was I able to find an excellent primary care physician. I’m very grateful to have found her.”

Carola Molina

Dr. Joseph is beyond a patient’s PCP, she is a trusted health partner and advocate. I am grateful to have a physician who combines clinical excellence with warmth and humanity. Highly recommend!! P.S. The Sandy Spring and Smyrna office staff are both exceptional and always professional!

Dr. Adrianne Redmond

Today was my first visit here. I was seen by Dr. Macklan. She did an excellent job. Listens to everything you have to say with an open mind. She shows genuine concern for a patient’s overall well-being. I’m glad I made the decision to go here.

Michael Sample

I highly recommend Family Practice Center in Braselton. I needed a new PCP and took a chance on Kelly Pierannunzi, MSN FNP-C, and am so glad I did. Kelly is a true delight and has been wonderful—she is very knowledgeable, takes the time to listen, works with you on your health issues and genuinely cares about you.

Christine Knight

Dr. Wheeler is always on time and very efficient. He takes the time to answer my questions and clearly explains treat plans and options for me. The entire staff is dedicated to the care of their patients.

Hank Kerry

Frequently Asked Questions About Your Care

Care may include preventive visits, follow-up appointments, evaluation of new symptoms, and continued support for ongoing health concerns depending on what changes throughout the year.

Please bring a photo ID, your insurance card, a list of medications, and any recent records or test results that may be helpful for your visit.

Primary care provides continuity by helping patients notice patterns, evaluate new developments, and adjust the care plan as symptoms, conditions, or priorities shift over time.

Many patients return for care at different points during the year for medication reviews, monitoring of chronic conditions, wellness needs, or concerns that come up between annual visits.

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