Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists Monroe

Dr. Benak specializes in a wide range of surgical procedures including the latest minimally invasive techniques. He is interested in the evaluation and treatment of gastrointestinal, endocrine, vascular, breast, and skin disorders.
Dr. Benak opened his surgical practice in Walton County in 2000. Dedicated to his profession, Dr. Benak has served as Chief of Staff, Chief of Surgery, Trauma Medical Director, and member of the Medical Executive Committee. Dr Benak is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Benak is married and lives with his wife in Good Hope, GA. In his spare time, he enjoys paddle boarding, wake surfing, hiking, biking, camping, and boating.

Michael Williams, MD earned his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and completed his residency at Grady Memorial Hospital with Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA. He received his undergraduate degree in Neuroscience and Economics from Brown University and is board certified in General Surgery. Dr. Williams has been practicing medicine for 8 years.

Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Williams was an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Texas RGV. Dr. Williams specializes in General Surgery. His special interests include robotic general surgery and colorectal surgery.

In his spare time, Dr. Williams enjoys spending time with his family and boating on Lake Oconee. He is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.

Rosemary Chickos, D.O. is board certified in General Surgery and is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. Dr. Chickos has a special interest in minimally invasive procedures.

In her spare time. Dr. Chickos enjoys spending time with her family and pets. She is an Ohio Army National Guard Veteran.

Dr. Chickos is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.

Dr. Richard Jacob is a board certified general surgeon and fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He received his medical degree from Texas Tech University School of Medicine and completed his medical residency at Eisenhower Army Medical Center. He then went on to have many adventures in the United States Army, where he received numerous awards for his service. Dr. Jacob retired from the military in 2018 and moved to Monroe, Ga., where he now resides.

Dr. Jacob enjoys the variety and challenges of general surgery and is interested in an array of surgical operations and techniques. In his spare time, he enjoys time with family and outside sports and activities.