About
Dr. Cymanthia Connell is an integrative, board-certified family physician and the founder of Bridge Direct Primary Care. Born and raised in Montreal, Canada, she trained across three countries before building her practice in the Atlanta area. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Anatomy and Cell Biology from McGill University. She then completed her medical degree with honors at Ross University School of Medicine.
Her Family Medicine residency at Atlanta Medical Center included a term as Chief Resident. She followed that training with a fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine. That fellowship deepened her work in nutrition, botanical medicine, supplements, mindfulness, functional medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Ayurvedic medicine. Patients and colleagues affectionately call her Dr. Cyam. She brings particular clinical focus to immune health, hypertension management, breast cancer prevention, and integrative approaches to chronic disease. She describes herself as a proud ambassador for healthy everyday living as a foundation for preventing illness.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Anatomy & Cell Biology, McGill University
Medical School
Ross University School of Medicine (Medical Degree, with honors)
Residency
Family Medicine Residency, Atlanta Medical Center (Chief Resident)
Fellowship
Fellowship in Integrative Medicine, University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Connell right for?
Dr. Connell is a strong fit for adults and families who want primary care that goes beyond symptom management. Patients managing hypertension, diabetes, or chronic disease benefit from her integrative and functional medicine approach. She also serves patients focused on prevention, including those with concerns around breast cancer risk and immune health. Adults seeking a physician who combines conventional medicine with nutrition, mindfulness, and botanical therapies will find her approach well-suited to their goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Connell focuses on immune health, hypertension management, breast cancer prevention, and chronic disease. She brings both conventional family medicine and integrative tools to each of these areas. Her training in functional medicine and Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine allows her to address root causes alongside immediate symptoms.
Yes, Dr. Connell holds board certification in Family Medicine. She also completed a Fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, one of the leading programs in the field.
Dr. Connell draws from nutrition, botanical medicine, supplements, mindfulness, functional medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Ayurvedic medicine. She weaves these into her family medicine practice to give patients a more complete picture of their health. Her fellowship training at the University of Arizona formalized this expertise.
Dr. Connell earned her Bachelor of Science in Anatomy and Cell Biology from McGill University. She completed her medical degree with honors at Ross University School of Medicine. Her Family Medicine residency at Atlanta Medical Center included a term as Chief Resident, followed by a fellowship at the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine.
Yes, Dr. Connell served as Chief Resident during her Family Medicine residency at Atlanta Medical Center. That role reflects both her clinical ability and her commitment to medical education.
Dr. Connell sees patients of all ages, from children to adults. She particularly excels with patients managing chronic conditions, those prioritizing prevention, and anyone interested in combining conventional care with integrative approaches. She also provides well woman exams and well child checks.
Yes, Dr. Connell includes home visits as part of select membership tiers. The Plus plan includes two home visits per year, and the Premium plan includes four. These visits let her deliver hands-on care where patients live.
Yes. Members can contact Dr. Connell by text, email, office visit, home visit, or telemedicine. This direct access is a core feature of the practice and sets Bridge Direct Primary Care apart from conventional office-based care.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026