Leadership
Meet Our Leadership Team
The GI North leadership team is composed of experienced professionals committed to creating a welcoming environment where the patients come first.
Jason W. Miller, MPA, CMPE
Brittany Harrison
Laura Crawford
Candie Leslie
Magda Bragg, SHRM-CP
Heenali Patel
Melissa White
Jason W. Miller, MPA, CMPE
Chief Operating Officer
Jason Miller began his tenure as practice administrator at GI North in June 2020. Along with an MPA from Appalachian State University, he brings a wealth of practical knowledge from his many years in healthcare administration as well his time with Booz Allen Hamilton as a consultant for the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Additionally, Jason has held the distinction of being a Certified Medical Practice Executive through the American College of Medical Practice Executives since 2015.
With a penchant for perfection, Jason is dedicated to improving the patient experience at GI North through technological modernization and staff interaction. He is also committed to philanthropic ventures and focused on cultivating experiences through which the GI North family can give back in the North Atlanta region.
Always with an eye to the future, Jason looks forward to being an integral part of the growth of GI North, both in locations and service offerings.
Brittany Harrison
Clinic Nurse Manager
Brittany Harrison is a Georgia native who earned her certification as a licensed practical nurse at Lanier Technical College in 2017. From a young age, Brittany aspired to be a nurse to help care for and provide comfort to those in need. She has over six years of experience in the healthcare field, beginning in geriatrics and memory care before joining GI North in 2018. She is passionate about providing patients with compassion, empathy, and reassurance during their health journeys. In her free time, Brittany enjoys trying new restaurants and attending concerts and sporting events with her husband, Dylan, family, and friends. She is a mother of two fur babies, Milo and Mia, who love going on walks, playing in different dog parks, and squeaking their toys at all hours of the night.
Laura Crawford
Endo Nurse Manager
Laura Crawford earned her degree in nursing from Brigham Young University-Idaho in 2003. She has worked as a registered nurse for over 15 years in various specialties including pediatric emergency medicine, surgery, and endoscopy. She began her time at GI North in April 2022 after relocating to Cumming, Georgia from Michigan. In her free time, Laura enjoys spending time with her husband and 4 children, traveling, and skiing in Utah.
Candie Leslie
Operations Manager
Candie Leslie earned her certification in healthcare administration from Chattahoochee Technical College in 2013. Having spent the past 13 years in the healthcare administration field, she has accumulated hands-on experience in a wide array of skills and disciplines, including front-office management, billing, and call center operations. She has been instrumental in each of her roles, helping create policies and procedures as well as streamline day-to-day operations and management methods. Currently, Candie is the GI North front-office manager, overseeing call center and scheduling operations as well as the daily management of the front-office staff. In her free time, Candie enjoys date nights with her husband, Adam, as well as spending as much time as possible with her two children, Isabel and Emma. Her hobbies include baking, crafts, dancing, and watching college football.
Magda Bragg, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Manager
Magda was born in Poland before moving to the US at the age of 12. She grew up in Smyrna, GA and graduated with her BBA-Human Resources from Kennesaw State University. Magda joined the GI North team in May of 2022.
As an active member of SHRM and her years of experience in the HR she provides support and strategic advice in recruitment and employment, training and development, labor relations, benefits administration, compensation, payroll and the development of organizational culture. As an HR Professional she understands the importance to sensitive information and confidentiality and always handles these issues in accordance with policies and regulations.
In her free time, Magda enjoys spending time with her husband Craig and their fur baby, Harley the Great Dane.
Heenali Patel
Billing Manager
Heenali was born in India and grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. She received her Associates in Science degree from Georgia Perimeter College and has worked in the health care field since 2013. She started her journey at GI-North as a Billing Manager in May 2023. She brings 10 years of strong medical billing experience to ensure all of the current processes are implemented and the best possible care is provided to patients.
In her free time Heenali enjoy spending time with her husband, Hari and 2 boys, Hriday & Hridaan. Her hobbies include hiking, traveling, and knitting.
Melissa White
Front Office Manager
Melissa is a Georgia native and grew up in Gwinnett County. She received her Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management from the University of North Georgia in 2014. She started her journey at GI-North as the Front Office Manager in June 2023. She has over 6 years of management experience and is dedicated to providing the best possible communication and care to patients.
When she is not at work, Melissa enjoys spending time with her husband, Tyler, daughter, Riley, and fur baby, Graham. Her hobbies include boating on Lake Lanier, party planning, and home design.
