Newtown Medical Associates Establishes Practice in Alpharetta

ALPHARETTA, GA., GA, July 8, 2002 --- Alpharetta resident Dr. James L. Stewart opened a new medical practice in the Old Alabama Square shopping center on July 8^th. The practice, Newtown Medical Associates, specializes in internal medicine for adults and adolescents age 13 and older. When discussing his treatment philosophy, Dr. Stewart stated, "Our focus is on the whole patient. We promote wellness and disease prevention along with treating acute and chronic illness."

Newtown Medical Associates offers a variety of screenings, exams, lab and diagnostic services in house for the convenience of its patients. Services include managing chronic conditions including high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol as well as sports, school and routine medical exams. The practice participates in many insurance plans. Patients are urged to either call or check the practice’s web site at www.newtownmed.com for a complete listing of services.

Dr. Stewart’s new office is located in the Old Alabama Square shopping center at 3005 Old Alabama Road in the Newtown area. Office hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 to 5:00. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 770-740-8550. "We are excited about opening our practice in Alpharetta and look forward to becoming a part of the Newtown community," said Dr. Stewart.

Dr. Stewart is a native of Atlanta and a graduate of Emory University. He earned his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia in Augusta and has been board certified in internal medicine since 1987. After completing his residency at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Dr. Stewart returned to the Atlanta area in 1990 and established practices in Roswell, Norcross, and Sandy Springs. Dr. Stewart and his wife Kim have lived in Alpharetta since 1990.