About
Nan Monahan, MD earned her BS in Biology from the University of the South and her medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in 1994. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Emory University School of Medicine, where she received the Resident Achievement Award for Excellence in Internal Medicine in 1996. She has been an active member of the Piedmont medical community since 1997 and has served as Chief of Medicine. Dr. Monahan holds board certification in internal medicine and maintains active staff privileges at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital.
Her clinical interests center on preventive health care for adult patients, osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment, and personalized hospital medicine. She sits on the board of the Atlanta Neurological Institute and holds membership in the American College of Physicians, the Atlanta Women's Medical Association, and the National Osteoporosis Foundation. Outside the office, Dr. Monahan enjoys tennis, knitting, yoga, and flying with her husband.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of the South, BS in Biology
Medical School
University of Alabama School of Medicine, MD (1994)
Residency
Internal Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Monahan right for?
Dr. Monahan is a strong fit for adults who prioritize preventive health and want a physician with deep clinical experience. Patients managing osteoporosis or seeking diagnosis and treatment for bone health benefit from her specialized focus. She also works well with patients who need coordinated hospital care given her active staff privileges at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. Adults looking for an internist with long-standing roots in the Atlanta medical community will find her a natural match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Monahan focuses on preventive health, osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment, and chronic disease management. She also provides personalized hospital medicine for patients who require inpatient care. Her broad internal medicine background allows her to address a wide range of adult health concerns.
Yes, Dr. Monahan holds board certification in internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed her residency at Emory University School of Medicine, where she received the Resident Achievement Award for Excellence in Internal Medicine.
Dr. Monahan completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. Her program selected her for the Resident Achievement Award for Excellence in Internal Medicine in 1996.
Yes, Dr. Monahan provides personalized hospital medicine and holds active staff privileges at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. Patients under her care benefit from continuity with a physician who knows their history.
Dr. Monahan holds membership in the American College of Physicians, the Atlanta Women's Medical Association, and the National Osteoporosis Foundation. She also sits on the board of the Atlanta Neurological Institute.
Dr. Monahan has been an active member of the Piedmont medical community since 1997. She has also served as Chief of Medicine during her time there.
Yes, Dr. Monahan addresses women's health as part of her adult primary care practice. Her membership in the Atlanta Women's Medical Association reflects her engagement with women's health issues, and her osteoporosis expertise is particularly relevant to women's long-term wellness.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026