About Us
Welcome to Chattahoochee Institute, a leading destination for weight and wellness in the heart of our community.
Welcome To Chattahoochee Institute
A leading destination for weight and wellness in the heart of our community.
We are dedicated to empowering individuals to live their healthiest, happiest lives through personalized care, cutting-edge technology, and a compassionate approach.
Dr. Baliga
drbaliga.comDr. Baliga was born in Bantwal, Karnataka, India. He obtained his M.B.B.S. degree from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal/Mangalore. Following that he studied post graduate medicine at the same institute and obtained his initial post graduate degree in Internal Medicine. Soon after that he was appointed Chief Physician at Alva’s health center, Moodbidri, India. He was instrumental in establishing quality medical care in a rural setting. His most famous achievement was in establishing a state-of-the-art snake bite center, which resulted in almost 100 percent survival rate in persons bitten by Cobras. Following that he travelled overseas to United Kingdom in search of higher education and worked in the NHS system. In 1993 he realized his life- long ambition of becoming Member of Royal College of Physicians of London, M.R.C.P (U.K). He was registrar at the prestigious regional rotation in Endocrinology and Geriatrics at Arrowe park Hospital, Wirral and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. He moved to United States in 1995 and Joined as a Fellow in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at University of Arkansas for Medical sciences at Little Rock, Arkansas.
In 2001, he was appointed as the Assistant Professor in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Bone diseases and the division of aging at The Mount Sinai School of medicine, in Manhattan, New York. Soon after joining Mount Sinai he was promoted as the Director of the diabetes program at the same institute. He was the Chief of Endocrinology section at North General Hospital, Bronx, New York. His research interest was mostly focused on Advanced Glycation End products, Endothelial dysfunction, Oxidative stress and Cardio-vascular out comes in diabetic population. Coincidentally, his research activity also included Alzheimer’s disease prevention and the working hypothesis was Alzheimer’s disease is nothing but intracranial diabetes.
He moved to Columbus, Georgia in 2005 and soon established East Alabama Endocrinology P.C, serving Columbus, GA and Opelika/Auburn, AL. He has satellite offices in LaGrange, GA and Athens, GA also. He is passionate about bringing the latest technological advances to the local community. Currently his focus is on Remote Patient Monitoring and Chronic Care Management. He is the leading physician with the greatest number of patients enrolled in remote patient monitoring in the entire USA. He has large number of patients on sensors and sensor augmented insulin pumps. He strongly believes that technology is going to help our patients to live longer and technologies like BigFoot Unity Device should be adapted in every practice in the United States.
He is married to Dr. Prathibha Baliga, MD: DGO and has 2 children. Sujith is Harvard trained in Radiation Oncology and Proton Beam Therapy and Shifali has just graduated from Duke law school and has joined a corporate law firm in Atlanta.
Dr. Prathibha Baliga
Dr. Prathibha Baliga is a seasoned family physician with extensive experience in obstetrics and gynecology. After earning her medical degree from Kasturba Medical College in Mangalore, India, and completing postgraduate training in OB/GYN, Dr. Baliga furthered her expertise through residency training in the UK and the U.S. She is board-certified in family practice by the American Board of Family Practice and the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons, maintaining licensure in Georgia.
Dr. Baliga’s career includes serving as a senior house officer in OB/GYN and pediatrics in the UK, and later as a family practitioner in New York and Georgia. Since 2005, she has led the Baliga Family Practice in Columbus, GA, and co-directs the Chattahoochee Institute for Wellness, Longevity, and Weight Loss. Her research interests focus on chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes, where she serves as the primary investigator in a phase 2 study on finerenone and empagliflozin
Dr. Mallika Thiruppathi
Dr. Mallika Thiruppathi is a highly experienced physician with over two decades of medical expertise. She earned her MBBS from J.J.M. Medical College in India and completed her residency and fellowship at MetroHealth Medical Center, affiliated with Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, and Obesity Medicine, Dr. Thiruppathi holds active licenses in Georgia and Alabama.
She has practiced in outpatient clinical settings, focusing on internal medicine, and has served as Medical Director for hospice care services. Currently, she provides comprehensive care as a Medical Director at Georgia Hospice Care, follows up on endocrinology patients at East Alabama Endocrinology, and sees patients at the Chattahoochee Institute for Weight Loss and Wellness.
We can accommodate most major insurances. If you would like to verify options for insurance and payment you can call our office and speak with our staff.
See what our existing patients have to say about our service
Dr. Baliga gives unhurried, thorough explanations and patiently answers any questions.
Iris JordanDr Baliga's nurse practitioner was so nice, explained everything about my illness and all labs.
Dianne TinsleyThe staff was very professional, friendly got me checked in answered all questions I had as a new Patient.
Bob MejiaThe entire staff are always friendly and helpful. Dr. T is a true blessing.
Cindy CavenderThank you, Dr. T for all your care and encouragement. I would recommend him to family and friends.
Martha DollarVery organized and clean. The Physician's and staff were very knowledgeable and helpful.
Brandon HowardSee what our existing patients have to say about our service
Dr. Baliga gives unhurried, thorough explanations and patiently answers any questions.
Iris JordanDr Baliga's nurse practitioner was so nice, explained everything about my illness and all labs.
Dianne TinsleyThe staff was very professional, friendly got me checked in answered all questions I had as a new Patient.
Bob MejiaThe entire staff are always friendly and helpful. Dr. T is a true blessing.
Cindy CavenderThank you, Dr. T for all your care and encouragement. I would recommend him to family and friends.
Martha DollarVery organized and clean. The Physician's and staff were very knowledgeable and helpful.
Brandon HowardAt Chattahoochee Institute, we stand out through our integration of advanced technology, personalized care, and a comprehensive range of services. Our team of experts, led by Dr. Baliga, combines evidence-based approaches with cutting-edge research to provide tailored solutions for each individual's unique needs, fostering a supportive community that empowers lasting transformations.
What makes Chattahoochee Weight loss & Wellness different is that we address the metabolism by resetting it and not speeding it up as do most other programs. Our main focus is to create a healthy environment in the body for your cells to thrive, thereby "hearing" the hormones in your body naturally.
We understand that everyone's wellness journey is unique. That's why we offer personalized consultations to assess your specific goals, health status, and preferences. Our experienced professionals will guide you in choosing the most suitable program or service that aligns with your needs and supports your path to achieving optimal health and well-being.
Absolutely! Our programs and services are designed to accommodate individuals of all fitness levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Our expert instructors and coaches provide modifications and progressions to ensure that each person can participate and progress at their own pace, making Chattahoochee Institute an inclusive and supportive environment for individuals of diverse fitness backgrounds.
Scheduling an appointment or gathering more information is simple. You can reach out to us through our website's contact form or give us a call during our business hours. Our friendly staff will be delighted to assist you, answer any questions you may have, and guide you in taking the first step towards transforming your health and wellness journey with Chattahoochee Institute.
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