About
Dr. Zazi Nylander holds double board certifications in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, credentials she earned through training at two renowned institutions. She studied as an undergraduate at Smith College, graduating Magna Cum Laude and receiving the C. Pauline Burt Award in Chemistry. She then earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Her residency in Family Medicine at Emory University earned her both the Resident of the Year award and a scholarly project award.
Dr. Nylander founded Cassia Optimal Health to practice medicine on her own terms: longer visits, deeper relationships, and care built around each patient's specific goals. She holds fellowship status in the American Academy of Family Physicians and has earned AAFP Well-being Scholar recognition. She also serves as a Board Trustee for the Georgia Obesity Society. Atlanta Magazine named her a Top Doctor in both 2025 and 2026, and Castle Connolly recognized her as a Top Doctor in 2026. Her clinical focus spans metabolic health, women's health, hormone balancing, chronic disease management, and obesity medicine. She speaks nationally on metabolic health, women's health, and personalized primary care. She is a member of the Northside Hospital Network in Atlanta.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Smith College, Magna Cum Laude; C. Pauline Burt Award in Chemistry
Medical School
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Residency
Emory University — Resident of the Year, scholarly project award
Additional Training
AAFP Fellow and Well-being Scholar; Board Trustee, Georgia Obesity Society
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Nylander right for?
Dr. Nylander works best with adults who want a primary care physician deeply engaged in their long-term health. Patients managing obesity, diabetes, hypertension, hormonal imbalances, or chronic inflammation benefit from her dual board certification and metabolic focus. Women navigating hormonal changes or fatigue will find her clinical expertise directly relevant. Executives seeking a thorough annual physical with actionable insights are also a strong fit. Anyone who values longer appointments and direct access to their physician will feel at home in her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Nylander treats a broad range of conditions, with particular depth in metabolic and chronic disease. Her focus areas include obesity, diabetes, hypertension, hormonal imbalances, thyroid disorders, chronic inflammation, nutritional deficiencies, and fatigue. She also provides comprehensive preventive care and weight management support.
Yes. Dr. Nylander holds dual board certifications. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. These certifications reflect her clinical expertise in both primary care and metabolic health.
Dr. Nylander earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Emory University, where she received the Resident of the Year award and a scholarly project award.
Dr. Nylander focuses on building long-term relationships with her patients. She uses extended appointments to gather a full picture of each patient's health, lifestyle, and goals. Her clinical approach combines preventive care, advanced diagnostics, nutrition guidance, and personalized treatment plans tailored to the individual.
Yes. Women's health is one of Dr. Nylander's core clinical interests. She addresses hormonal imbalances, fatigue, weight changes, and related metabolic concerns that frequently affect women. She integrates hormone testing, nutrition optimization, and lifestyle medicine into her care plans.
Dr. Nylander has earned several notable recognitions. Atlanta Magazine named her a Top Doctor in both 2025 and 2026. Castle Connolly named her a Top Doctor in 2026. She also serves as a Board Trustee for the Georgia Obesity Society and holds AAFP Fellow and Well-being Scholar status.
Yes. Dr. Nylander personally conducts every executive physical at Cassia Optimal Health. Each physical includes a detailed medical history review, advanced laboratory panels, body composition analysis, cardiovascular risk assessment, and a one-on-one debrief with actionable next steps.
Yes. Dr. Nylander offers telehealth visits to her members. Pinnacle Tier members receive unlimited telehealth access, while all membership tiers include some level of virtual care. Members also reach her directly by phone, email, or text.
Doctor profile last updated August 16, 2026