Dr. Nathan S. is a board-certified emergency medicine physician and nationally recognized leader in prehospital and critical care medicine with more than two decades of experience spanning emergency departments, air medical services, and EMS systems. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Kennesaw State University, graduating summa cum laude, and his Doctor of Medicine from Mercer University School of Medicine. He completed his emergency medicine residency at Emory University School of Medicine, training at Grady Health System and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Dr. Nathan S. has built a distinguished career integrating frontline emergency care with regional and statewide EMS leadership. He currently serves as Emergency Physician and Medical Director at Piedmont Macon North Hospital, while also directing multiple EMS, air medical, and paramedicine programs across Georgia. His professional background includes extensive experience as an educator, researcher, and medical director for municipal, tactical, and aeromedical services. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, delivered national and regional presentations, and remains actively involved in professional organizations, including the National Association of EMS Physicians and the American College of Emergency Physicians, where he is a Fellow. Areas of Expertise • Emergency Medicine and Trauma Care • Prehospital and Critical Care Medicine • EMS Medical Direction and System Development • Air Medical and Flight Medicine • Tactical and Disaster Medicine • Advanced Airway and Resuscitation Management • Emergency Ultrasound and Procedural Skills • Quality Improvement and Clinical Research • Medical Education and Simulation Training • Paramedicine and Workforce Development • Regulatory Compliance and Protocol Development Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Nathan S. approaches collaboration as a continuous process of shared accountability, education, and operational excellence. He believes that high-performing clinical systems are built through clear communication, standardized protocols, and mutual respect among physicians, paramedics, nurses, and administrators. His leadership style emphasizes accessibility, mentorship, and data-driven improvement, ensuring that every team member is empowered to practice at the highest level of competence. By fostering strong interdisciplinary partnerships, Dr. Nathan S. works to enhance patient safety, clinical reliability, and system-wide resilience.

Board Certifications

Emergency Medicine