Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Accomplishments
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Dara Paul, MD, MBA, FACOG

455 Carriage Gate Trail, Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dynamic healthcare leader with extensive experience in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. Dedicated 17 years to private clinical practice, serving high-risk patients from all economic backgrounds. Currently employed within the Wellstar Health System at Kennestone Regional Medical Trauma Center, excelling in patient care advocacy and surgical assistance. Proven track record in mentoring residents and enhancing clinical quality, driving improvements in patient outcomes. A seasoned hospitalist, adept in healthcare administration, fostering team development, and implementing evidence-based practices for optimal service delivery in high-volume hospitals. Demonstrated strengths include diagnosing complex medical conditions, coordinating treatment plans and fostering strong relationships with patients and families. Committed to improving hospital efficiency and patient satisfaction through diligent bedside manner and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. A determined and compassionate professional with exceptional verbal and written communication abilities. Committed to providing all patients with excellent care and support to help improve quality of life.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Core Faculty OB/GYN Graduate Medical Education/Hospitalist Team Lead

Kennestone Regional Medical Center
Marietta, GA
04.2017 - Current
  • Supervise and train medical residents to become proficient obstetrician/gynecologists
  • Assist residents with medical research projects
  • Provide mentorship to residents for psychological well-being and post residency career choices
  • Manage high-risk obstetrical patients
  • Perform generalist gynecological surgery procedures
  • Assist faculty attendings with complex surgical procedures

CEO and Founder/Physician-Private Practice

Atlanta Women's Medical Care, Inc.
Atlanta, GA
11.2004 - 02.2017
  • Owned and operated a private Obstetrics and Gynecology practice, servicing approximately 5000 patients
  • Oversaw talent acquisition
  • Oversaw coding and medical billing
  • Managed insurance contract credentialing
  • Supervised marketing
  • Obtained full medical privileges at Emory University Hospital Midtown, with a role in supervising and training residents
  • Member of EUHM Quality Improvement Committee responsible for reviewing Women's Service department performance. Worked with leadership to improve policies, procedures and evidence-based practices

Physician/Private Multi-Specialty Group Practice

Pratt Medical Center
Fredericksburg, VA
11.2001 - 04.2004
  • Performed generalist obstetrician/gynecologist duties
  • Maintained full clinical privileges at Mary Washington Hospital

Administrative Chief Resident of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
Jamaica, NY
07.2000 - 06.2001
  • Mentorship and coordination of resident schedules
  • Improved clinical quality processes as a member of the OB/Gyn Improvement Committee, responsible for patient outcomes and delivery of care

Resident of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
Jamaica, NY
11.1998 - 06.2000
  • Core training in obstetrics and gynecology

Intern/Resident of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Saint Michael’s Medical Center
Newark, NJ
07.1997 - 10.1998
  • Core training in obstetrics and gynecology

Education

Master of Business Administration - Healthcare Business Administration

The George Washington School of Business
Washington, DC
01.2025

Certification in Clinical Operations & Healthcare Management -

The George Washington College of Medicine
Washington, DC
01.2025

Doctorate in Medicine -

Howard University College of Medicine
Washington, DC

Baccalaureate of Arts - Biochemistry

Barnard College of Columbia University
New York, NY

Skills

  • Patient care advocacy
  • Healthcare administration
  • Quality assurance in clinical settings
  • Team development and guidance
  • Surgical assistance

Affiliations

  • Fellow American College of Ob/Gyn
  • National Medical Association
  • American Association for Physician Leadership
  • Society of Ob/Gyn Hospitalists
  • National Black MBA Association

Certification

  • 2005 - present Fellow American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • 2004 - present Medical License, State of Georgia
  • 2003 - present Board Certification American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Accomplishments

  • 2025 Induction into Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society
  • 2023 Wellstar Women's Health Service Line Award

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Core Faculty OB/GYN Graduate Medical Education/Hospitalist Team Lead

Kennestone Regional Medical Center
04.2017 - Current

CEO and Founder/Physician-Private Practice

Atlanta Women's Medical Care, Inc.
11.2004 - 02.2017

Physician/Private Multi-Specialty Group Practice

Pratt Medical Center
11.2001 - 04.2004

Administrative Chief Resident of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
07.2000 - 06.2001

Resident of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
11.1998 - 06.2000

Intern/Resident of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Saint Michael’s Medical Center
07.1997 - 10.1998

Master of Business Administration - Healthcare Business Administration

The George Washington School of Business

Certification in Clinical Operations & Healthcare Management -

The George Washington College of Medicine

Doctorate in Medicine -

Howard University College of Medicine

Baccalaureate of Arts - Biochemistry

Barnard College of Columbia University