Samuel Bennett, DNP-C

UNITED DIGESTIVE PARTNER PRACTICE

Samuel Bennett is a certified nurse practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) with a focus on digestive health and a strong interest in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). He provides compassionate, individualized care for a range of gastrointestinal conditions—with special interest in Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, GERD, gastroparesis, and acid reflux—at the Watkinsville office of Gastroenterology Associates of Athens, as well as through inpatient care at Piedmont Athens Regional.

Before joining the practice, Sam cared for patients with complex GI conditions in both outpatient and inpatient settings at Athens Digestive Healthcare Associates. He previously worked as an ICU and float nurse at Piedmont Walton Hospital, delivering high-acuity care across multiple hospital units.

Driven by a passion for helping patients feel better, faster, Sam is committed to improving quality of life through evidence-based, patient-centered care.

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Accepting New Patients

Care Team

Erik Person, MD

Bradley Shepherd, MD

Driven by a passion for helping patients feel better, faster, Sam is committed to improving quality of life through evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Locations

Practicing at Gastroenterology Associates of Athens

Watkinsville

Gastroenterology Associates of Athens

Medical Office

1360 Caduceus Way Building 700, Suite 102
Watkinsville, GA 30677

706.548.0008 | 706.369.9673

Location Details

Medical Offices

Watkinsville

Hospital Affiliations

Piedmont Athens Regional

Education

Mercer University Georgia Baptist College of Nursing (B.S., 2020)

Mercer University Georgia Baptist College of Nursing (M.S.N., 2022)

Mercer University Georgia Baptist College of Nursing (D.N.P., 2024)

Why Gastroenterology?

I chose gastroenterology because I have a lot if interest in inflammatory bowel disease, I love to see patients recover from gastroenterology diseases as it immediately impacts their quality of life.

Areas of Interest

Acid Reflux
Crohn's Disease
Constipation
Diarrhea
Gastroparesis
GERD
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Languages

English

Memberships

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Personal Life

A Georgia native, Sam enjoys spending time with his wife and their dog, Sadie. He’s a fan of Georgia Bulldogs football, loves playing golf, exploring new restaurants, and listening to live music.