Dr. Paul Cox and his younger sister Kristin grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee where their father works for the U.S. Post Office and their mother is now a successful real estate agent.   Dr. Cox is a board certified Family Medicine Physician. He received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Biology at Carson Newman College in 1992. He earned a Masters of Science in Exercise Physiology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 1995. During that time he was a Director of a community gymnastics program for children and a personal trainer for the Knoxville YMCA. He also completed an internship as an instructor in a local cardiac rehabilitation program. He graduated from the University of Tennessee School of Medicine in 1999, and completed his residency in Family Medicine at Atlanta Medical Center. He is dedicated to preventive medicine and patient education. Dr. Cox also serves as the Associate Medical Director for the Geriatric and Medical Psychiatry units at Atlanta Medical Center.   His pursuit for a deeper understanding about healthcare challenges has motivated a continued interest in disease prevention and modification through healthy living. He has been an avid runner and weight lifter since the age of 14 and currently enjoys those activities and the occasional flag football game. His vision is a medical practice based upon the premise that health is a lively state of balance and integration of body, mind, and spirit. He co-facilitates personal empowerment workshops. He is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Academy of Family Practice. Dr. Cox also enjoys singing and antique cars.

MEET THE TEAM   The medical staff at Paramount Family Medicine are seasoned, friendly professionals. Dr. Cox and his experienced office staff work closely together to coordinate a comfortable patient experience. Scheduling and referrals are done in an informative and timely manner. Most of all we are patient advocates and will always go that extra mile to insure that our patient's needs are accommodated whenever possible. OFFICE MANAGER & MEDICAL ASSISTANT   Amerlys Odum is the Front Office Manager and Medical Assistant to Dr. Cox. Her M.A. is from Gaston College in Gastonia, N.C. She has worked in Primary care for 17 years. She has experience in all facets of medical office management. She makes sure that everything from scheduling your appointment to checking in and out runs smoothly. She is also the coordinator for all referrals and tests that are required outside our office. When your provider requests further testing or consultation with another specialist, Amerlys will ensure you have the correct information required. If authorization is needed from your insurance company, Amerlys will obtain required pre-authorizations and then assist in scheduling some appointments, if necessary. All of your pertinent information is faxed to the referring facility/provider. This process can take from a few days to over a week, depending on your insurance coverage and the schedule of the specialist.   In addition to running an efficient office, she is the mother of two children and enjoys running and weight lifting. Amerlys may be reached during normal business hours at 404-586-9985. Reaching our voice mails means she is caring for a current patient. All messages receive return calls as soon as possible. Medical Assistant     Avis Moore is our dedicated medical assistant. Avis will assist you with scheduling appointments, prescription refills and referrals. She is the proud mother of  twelve year old Amber. REGISTERED DIETICIAN   Kristin Cox will be available by appointment for Dietary consultations. She graduated from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville with a Bachelor's in Nutrition in 2003. She completed her dietetic internship at Southern Regional Medical Center in 2003. She currently work as a Dietician at Atlanta Medical Center working with Diabetic, Cardiac and Trauma patients. She also see private clients at Crunch Fitness and Paramount Family Medicine.  A former U.T. college cheerleader, Kristin enjoys running, tennis and weightlifting. PERSONAL FACILITATOR   Ron Oliver is a Certified Rapid Eye Therapist in private practice. As a facilitator he has assisted people in creating the lives they want and deserve. He is a gifted Transformational Coach and energy psychologist helping people heal with grace and ease. To learn more click here www.ronnieoliver.comhttp://www.ronnieoliver.com  He graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelors in Psychology.  He is a certified Life Skills Coach, Rapid Eye Technician, BreathCoach and Heartway Foundation Facilitator. Ron has 4 years experience in the technical sales related industry with expert knowledge of designing and developing coursework for the internet and web solution providers.  Acknowledge Facilitator with experience presenting training to adult groups in structured learning situations using a variety of training methods including a comprehensive online training and education program. Experienced training Fortune 500 companies including WorldCom, Verizon, RoadRunner and Atlanta Medical Center. PERSONAL TRAINER / MASSAGE THERAPIST   A 1995 graduate of the University of Georgia with a major in Exercise & Sports Science, concentration on Fitness Specialist. Kevin White has been personal training for 7 years amassing an impressive portfolio of training clients including a personal training tenure at the Walt Disney Executive Fitness Center.   In 2000, Kevin graduated from the New Life School of Massage. He specializes in Neuromuscular Therapy, Deep tissue, Swedish, Reflexology, and Energy Medicine. He offers  training sessions that include cardiovascular fitness, stretching, yoga, weight training, motivation of the mind, massage, and health education.