The Georgia Memory Net Primary Care Advisory Board is made up of primary care providers from across Georgia who contribute important insights to improve care for Georgians affected by Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias. By fostering strong partnerships with primary care, Georgia Memory Net seeks guidance, support, and feedback on key areas including new initiatives, communication strategies, and educational programs.
Each year, Primary Care Advisory Board members are asked to:
- Attend three one-hour virtual meetings
- Complete up to three brief online surveys
- Review selected documents, courses, or projects and provide feedback
- Participate in one annual in-person educational event (the GMN Summit)
2026 Meetings and Events [by invitation only]:
- Advisory Board Meeting | Virtual | Thursday, February 12, 2026, 6pm – 7pm
- Advisory Board Meeting | Virtual | Thursday, July 9, 2026, 6pm – 7pm
- Georgia Memory Net Summit | In-person | October 23 – 25, 2026, Braselton, GA
- Advisory Board Meeting | Virtual | Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6pm – 7pm
Primary Care Advisory Board Leadership
- Ted Johnson, MD, MPH – Chair
- Gabriela Cohen, MD – Co- Chair
- Emma O. Matovu, MPH, CHES – Board Manager
Meet the Primary Care Advisory Board Members
Ambar Kulshreshtha, MD, PhD
Region: Atlanta
Member Since: 2022
Dr. Kulshreshtha is an associate professor in the family and preventive medicine department at Emory University. He did his residency training and PhD in Epidemiology at Emory. Before Emory, he completed his MPH at Harvard University and medical school training in New Delhi. Dr. Kulshreshtha is interested in the link between heart disease and dementia, preclinical biomarkers, and clinical trials for patients with mild cognitive impairment. He has published over 60 papers in journals such as Stroke, Circulation, and JAMA. He has also successfully funded grants from organizations such as the National Institutes of Health, Alzheimer’s Association, and other private organizations. At Emory, he sees patients in his primary care clinic and hospital settings. He collaborates with the Goizueta Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, supporting study recruitment, longitudinal data analysis, and community lectures on dementia prevention.
Christina Noguera, MD
Region: Macon
Member Since: 2024
Dr. Christina Noguera specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. With 12 years of experience, she focuses on preventive care, routine health maintenance, and managing a wide range of medical conditions that affect individuals and families throughout their lives. She is affiliated with Upson Regional Medical Center and practices at two convenient locations in Georgia: Barnesville and Thomaston. Her training in family medicine allows her to build long-term relationships with patients while addressing their evolving healthcare needs across different life stages. She completed medical school at Mercer University School of Medicine in Savannah, GA, and completed Family Medicine Residency at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. She is fluent in Spanish. A majority of her practice is spent on treating the whole person, including mental health management. She focuses on quality over quantity in patient care.
Elizabeth Coe, DO
Region: Augusta
Member Since: 2023
Dr. Elizabeth Coe, DO, is a Family Medicine physician based in Greensboro, GA. She completed her residency in Family Medicine from 1989 to 1991 at Fort Wayne Medical Education. Her educational background includes a degree from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, and a BA in Languages and Biology, cum laude, from Eisenhower College of Rochester Institute of Technology. Dr. Coe is currently a physician at Oconee Valley Healthcare. She has a special interest in Alzheimer’s and in cognitive impairment concerns.
Faith Gray, MD
Region: Atlanta
Member Since: 2022
Dr. Faith Gray is an internal medicine physician with 35 years of experience caring for adult patients. She specializes in comprehensive primary care, focusing on preventive health, chronic disease management, and overall wellness for adults. Her extensive experience allows her to provide thorough evaluations and personalized treatment plans for a wide range of health concerns. She is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital and practices at multiple convenient locations throughout the Atlanta metro area, including Lilburn, Decatur, Lithonia, and Johns Creek, Georgia.
Kristin House, PA-C
Region: Augusta
Member Since: 2023
Kristin House, PA-C is a primary care physician assistant and she serves as the Lead Advanced Practice Provider for Piedmont Primary Care in Augusta, Georgia. In addition to her clinical leadership role, she supports Piedmont’s informatics team as a provider builder, helping bridge clinical practice and technology. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and Biology from Georgia Southern University and her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the Medical College of Georgia. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, working in the yard, and reading on the porch.
Latifat Agbeja, MD
Region: Albany
Member Since: 2025
Dr. Latifat Agbeja, MD is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician practicing in Albany, Georgia. She completed her residency at Phoebe Family Residency in Albany, GA. She completed her medical school education at Medical College of Georgia. She has been in practice for about 20 years, currently working as a physician partner at Albany Internal Medicine. Her extensive experience allows her to build long-term relationships with her patients while completely addressing their complex health issues across all stages of life. She has special interest in management of the geriatric population. She is currently affiliated with both Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital and Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital North Campus. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking and traveling.
Mariam Mati, MD
Region: Atlanta
Member Since: 2024
Dr. Mati is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Geriatrics at Emory University and a geriatrician dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care for older adults. She leads quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes for older adults and advancing system-level change across healthcare systems.
Dr. Mati is also a committed educator and mentor, actively training medical students and residents and supporting the next generation of physicians in geriatric medicine.
Pamela Hinson, APRN, FNP-C
Region: Savannah
Member Since: 2024
Pamela Hinson, APRN, FNP-C is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick, Georgia. Her healthcare career began in high school and has included roles as a Certified Nursing Assistant, Air Force Medic, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse, and Family Nurse Practitioner. Pamela is passionate about patient-centered care and community advocacy. Her commitment to cognitive health and Georgia Memory Net is inspired by her mother-in-law’s journey with Alzheimer’s disease, which continues to drive her support for patients and families facing memory disorders.
Radhika Prabhakar, MD, MHA
Region: Gainesville
Member Since: 2024
Dr. Radhika Prabhakar is an internal medicine physician with Northeast Georgia Health System in Gainesville, GA. A Georgia native, she went to medical school at the Medical College of Georgia and did her internal medicine residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, CA. She has a passion for primary care, quality improvement, and population health, with a particular commitment to improving the health of geriatric patients and supporting patients in aging well, especially in the areas of memory and cognitive health.
Frequently Asked
What are the terms and conditions?
Core Duties
- Video-telemedicine (on camera) attendance at three, one-hour video-teleconference meetings of the GMN Primary Care Advisory Boards
- Responses to up to 3 online surveys per year
- In person attendance at the GMN Summit
- Review Document, Course, Project, etc. and offer Advice/Provide Feedback (up to 60 minutes/item)
Appointment Term
Terms are 1–3 years and are renewed annually. Board members may optionally extend their appointment for an additional 1–2 years as part of a transition off the board. During this period, they are encouraged to identify and help onboard a successor for their seat.
How often does the Primary Care Advisory Board meet?
The board meets three times per year by invitation only. The 2026 meeting dates are as follows:
- Thursday, February 12, 2026, 6pm – 7pm
- Thursday, July 9, 2026, 6pm – 7pm
- Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6pm – 7pm
Are there any vacancies?
Yes, we currently have an opening for a representative from Vidalia. Georgia-based primary care providers who are interested in serving from other regions are also welcome to submit an inquiry.
How do I join the Primary Care Advisory Board?
To express interest or join the Primary Care Advisory Board, click here or contact ematovu@emory.edu.
